Llay Parish
Wrexham, North Wales
Christmas Gifts for
Disadvantaged Children
The Family Friends Charity works with
disadvantaged children in the area and
holds an annual Christmas party for the
children of local families whom they
support. Our SVP has committed to
providing presents for 20 children and we
would like your help. We will be given the
first name, age and gender of these
children and some idea of their needs
and interests. From the weekend of
22nd/23rd November we will have a
“tree” with gift tags attached giving
details for each child. Please chose a tag
from the tree and return your gift (not
exceeding £10 in value), unwrapped, in a
gift bag, with the label attached, as soon
as you can, but by the weekend 6th/7th
December at the latest.
Parish Advent Social - raising
money for Mary's Meals
On Friday 12th December at 7pm it has been decided to hold a parish social event in the church hall to raise money for Mary's Meals. There will be singing of Advent Carols and refreshments such as non-alcoholic mulled wine/Christmas nibbles, etc. Please put the date in your diary and support this event for a very worthy cause. Donations for the raffle would be welcome - please pass onto Helen Zammit-Willson or Eileen Evans. To enable us to know how many to provide refreshments for please add your name to the list in the church porch. Wrexham Diocesan “Youth Mass” This coming Saturday (22nd) at “Our Lady of the Rosary”, Buckley, at 1pm. All welcome.“Missio” Red Boxes
Please would box holders bring them in for emptying during November. They can be left in & collected from the porch. Thank you. “Red Wednesday” - 19th November The Diocese supports the work of Aid to the Church in Need (ACN), bringing spiritual and practical help to Catholics and other Christians where they are persecuted, oppressed or in pastoral need. This year’s Red Wednesday annual event takes place on 19th November, remembering those who suffer for their faith. Follow this link to find out more https://acnuk.org/redwednesdayQuietness (Reverence) in
Church
Be silent, be thoughtful, and be reverent, for this is the house of the Lord. Before Mass speak to God. During Mass let God speak to you. After Mass speak to one another, but quietly, without disturbing those who are at prayer – ideally in the porch. 'Wrecsam Clarion' The New Digital Diocesan Newsletter Welcome to the November edition of 'The Clarion' the new Digital Diocesan Newsletter. Please click the button below to read the latest issue .R.I.P.
We sadly announce the death of Joan Pritchard, which occurred on Tuesday last, November 11th at home. She will be sorely missed by her family and many friends. Please keep her and them in your prayers. Funeral arrangements later.Theresa Preston’s Funeral
Funeral Service at Llay on Wednesday, 26th November at 2pm, to be followed by cremation at Pentrebychan at 3pm. Please keep her and her family in your prayers. May she rest in peace. Old copies of “The Tablet” Some old copies of “The Tablet” will be placed in the porch from time to time – to be taken away and read by anyone who would like to do so.For the hard-of-hearing
Do remember that the “loop system” operates here. “Safeguarding” Message The Catholic Church is committed to the safeguarding and protection of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. Every person has a right to be safe and respected within our community in a non-judgemental way. As a parish, we take this responsibility seriously. We follow national safeguarding guidelines, ensure all volunteers are properly vetted and trained, and maintain clear procedures for reporting concerns. Our parish is open and is inclusive to all who come to pray within. Together, let us continue to build a community of care, trust, and safety for all in an open honest, tolerant and receptive manner. If you have any concerns about the welfare of a child or vulnerable adult, or if you wish to speak with someone about a safeguarding issue, please contact our Parish Safeguarding Representative or the Diocesan Safeguarding Office.Advent Family Day – Sunday,
30th November
Join us for a free Advent Family Day at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church, Jubilee Road, Buckley (CH7 2BF). Arrival from 11.00am. Let’s come together to celebrate family and the beginning of Advent. The day concludes with Family Advent Service with Bishop Peter, followed by Hot Dogs and Mince Pies. Booking is essential by Sunday 16th November. Contact Wioletta Trebska at mfl@rcdwxm.org.uk or phone 07542 268728 to reserve your place. See the Notice in the Porch for more detailsMass for the deceased Clergy of
the Diocese
This Thursday (20th) in the Cathedral, Wrexham, 11am. All welcome. Food Bank The“Food Bank” Collection this weekend. Please put your dry food donations in the appropriate boxes/containers which you will find in the porch, put there by the SVP.Advent Retreats at Loreto
Loreto Spirituality Centre organises: Advent Weekend Retreat 28th - 30th November and Advent Triduum 8th - 12th December. Find more information on their website www.loretocentre.org.uk by phoning 01492 878031 or by email info@loretocentre.org.uk Also see the notice in the porch. Meetings Synodality Meeting: This Sunday (16th) at 11.30 in the Hall at Llay (after the 10am Mass). All are welcome. Subject: Communal Prayer. Parish Finance Committee Meeting: Meets this Monday (17th) at 2pm – in the front Hall.Alan Darby
Alan’s daughter in-law, Salome, informs us that Alan is now living in Lexham Green Rest Home in Buckley, and would love to be visited. Christmas Cards A nice selection of religious Christmas Cards are now on sale from the porch. Do avail of them.A reminder to pray the Jubilee
Prayer
As we continue our journey through this Jubilee season, we gently remind you to pray the Jubilee Prayer, which has been included in our parish bulletin for quite some time. It is a powerful reflection of our shared hope, faith, charity and mission as Pilgrims of Hope. Jubilee Prayer November – The Month of the Holy Souls During this month we remember our dear dead – especially those who may be suffering the purification of Purgatory – with special attention and love. You can have your dead remembered during November in a special way at all Parish Masses by listing their names on one of the lists you can find in the porch (or your own paper) putting the list in an envelope (your own or one of those you will find in the porch) and hand it in (no money please) at the church or the presbytery. These envelopes – with their lists – will be placed on the Altar during all Masses in November and the names will be remembered there. But most importantly, try to attend as many of these Masses as possible and pray there yourself for our dear dead.November, Month of Mercy and
The Holy Souls
Do avail of the Pamphlets in the Porch – based on the Divine Mercy Devotion.
Our Holy Father’s Prayer Intention for
November 2025
For the prevention of suicide
Let us pray that those who are struggling
with suicidal thoughts might find the
support, care, and love they need in their
community, and be open to the beauty of
life.
Let Us Pray For The Sick of the Parish
Dear Jesus, divine physician and healer of the sick, we turn to you in this time of illness. Oh dearest comforter of the troubled, alleviate our worry and sorrow with your gentle love, and grant us the grace and strength to accept this burden. Dear God, we place our worries in your hands. Amen.
33rd Sunday of Ordinary Time
Saturday - No Morning Mass 10.00 - 10.30 Confessions this week and by request or appointment 6.00pm - Mass Sunday - 16th November 2025 10.00am - Mass 3.00pm - 4.00pm Eucharistic Adoration
Mon - Weekday in Ordinary Time
9.30am - Mass
Tues - Weekday in Ordinary Time
8.30am - Mass
Wed - Weekday in Ordinary Time
9.30am - Mass
3.00pm-4.00pm Eucharistic Adoration
Thur - Weekday in Ordinary Time
7.00pm - Mass
Fri - The Presentation of the Blessed
Virgin Mary (memorial)
9.30am - Mass
Mass Times
St Francis of Assisi is open for SATURDAY, SUNDAY and Weekday MASS and During week for private prayer 9am - 5pm
Latest Bulletin
to Download -
Parish news insert -
Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the
Universe (Solemnity)
Saturday - No Morning Mass 10.00 - 10.30 Confessions this week and by request or appointment 6.00pm Mass Sunday - 23rd November 2025 10.00am - Mass 3.00pm - 4.00pm Eucharistic Adoration
© Llay/Rossett Parish 2025
Llay Parish
Wrexham, North Wales
Mass Times
St Francis of Assisi is open for SATURDAY, SUNDAY and Weekday MASS and During week for private prayer 9am - 5pm
Latest Bulletin
to Download -
Parish news insert -
Our Holy Father’s Prayer Intention for
November 2025
For the prevention of suicide
Let us pray that those who are struggling with
suicidal thoughts might find the support, care, and
love they need in their community, and be open to
the beauty of life.
Mass for the deceased Clergy of the
Diocese
This Thursday (20th) in the Cathedral, Wrexham, 11am. All welcome. Food Bank The“Food Bank” Collection this weekend. Please put your dry food donations in the appropriate boxes/containers which you will find in the porch, put there by the SVP.Advent Retreats at Loreto
Loreto Spirituality Centre organises: Advent Weekend Retreat 28th - 30th November and Advent Triduum 8th - 12th December. Find more information on their website www.loretocentre.org.uk by phoning 01492 878031 or by email info@loretocentre.org.uk Also see the notice in the porch. Meetings Synodality Meeting: This Sunday (16th) at 11.30 in the Hall at Llay (after the 10am Mass). All are welcome. Subject: Communal Prayer. Parish Finance Committee Meeting: Meets this Monday (17th) at 2pm – in the front Hall.Alan Darby
Alan’s daughter in-law, Salome, informs us that Alan is now living in Lexham Green Rest Home in Buckley, and would love to be visited. Christmas Cards A nice selection of religious Christmas Cards are now on sale from the porch. Do avail of them.A reminder to pray the Jubilee Prayer
As we continue our journey through this Jubilee season, we gently remind you to pray the Jubilee Prayer, which has been included in our parish bulletin for quite some time. It is a powerful reflection of our shared hope, faith, charity and mission as Pilgrims of Hope. Jubilee Prayer November – The Month of the Holy Souls During this month we remember our dear dead – especially those who may be suffering the purification of Purgatory – with special attention and love. You can have your dead remembered during November in a special way at all Parish Masses by listing their names on one of the lists you can find in the porch (or your own paper) putting the list in an envelope (your own or one of those you will find in the porch) and hand it in (no money please) at the church or the presbytery. These envelopes – with their lists – will be placed on the Altar during all Masses in November and the names will be remembered there. But most importantly, try to attend as many of these Masses as possible and pray there yourself for our dear dead.November, Month of Mercy and The Holy
Souls
Do avail of the Pamphlets in the Porch – based on the Divine Mercy Devotion.
Christmas Gifts for Disadvantaged
Children
The Family Friends Charity works with disadvantaged
children in the area and holds an annual Christmas
party for the children of local families whom they
support. Our SVP has committed to providing
presents for 20 children and we would like your help.
We will be given the first name, age and gender of
these children and some idea of their needs and
interests. From the weekend of 22nd/23rd November
we will have a “tree” with gift tags attached giving
details for each child. Please chose a tag from the
tree and return your gift (not exceeding £10 in
value), unwrapped, in a gift bag, with the label
attached, as soon as you can, but by the weekend
6th/7th December at the latest.
Parish Advent Social - raising money for
Mary's Meals
On Friday 12th December at 7pm it has been decided to hold a parish social event in the church hall to raise money for Mary's Meals. There will be singing of Advent Carols and refreshments such as non- alcoholic mulled wine/Christmas nibbles, etc. Please put the date in your diary and support this event for a very worthy cause. Donations for the raffle would be welcome - please pass onto Helen Zammit-Willson or Eileen Evans. To enable us to know how many to provide refreshments for please add your name to the list in the church porch. Wrexham Diocesan “Youth Mass” This coming Saturday (22nd) at “Our Lady of the Rosary”, Buckley, at 1pm. All welcome.“Missio” Red Boxes
Please would box holders bring them in for emptying during November. They can be left in & collected from the porch. Thank you. “Red Wednesday” - 19th November The Diocese supports the work of Aid to the Church in Need (ACN), bringing spiritual and practical help to Catholics and other Christians where they are persecuted, oppressed or in pastoral need. This year’s Red Wednesday annual event takes place on 19th November, remembering those who suffer for their faith. Follow this link to find out more https://acnuk.org/redwednesdayQuietness (Reverence) in Church
Be silent, be thoughtful, and be reverent, for this is the house of the Lord. Before Mass speak to God. During Mass let God speak to you. After Mass speak to one another, but quietly, without disturbing those who are at prayer – ideally in the porch. 'Wrecsam Clarion' The New Digital Diocesan Newsletter Welcome to the November edition of 'The Clarion' the new Digital Diocesan Newsletter. Please click the button below to read the latest issue .R.I.P.
We sadly announce the death of Joan Pritchard, which occurred on Tuesday last, November 11th at home. She will be sorely missed by her family and many friends. Please keep her and them in your prayers. Funeral arrangements later.Theresa Preston’s Funeral
Funeral Service at Llay on Wednesday, 26th November at 2pm, to be followed by cremation at Pentrebychan at 3pm. Please keep her and her family in your prayers. May she rest in peace. Old copies of “The Tablet” Some old copies of “The Tablet” will be placed in the porch from time to time – to be taken away and read by anyone who would like to do so.For the hard-of-hearing
Do remember that the “loop system” operates here. “Safeguarding” Message The Catholic Church is committed to the safeguarding and protection of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. Every person has a right to be safe and respected within our community in a non-judgemental way. As a parish, we take this responsibility seriously. We follow national safeguarding guidelines, ensure all volunteers are properly vetted and trained, and maintain clear procedures for reporting concerns. Our parish is open and is inclusive to all who come to pray within. Together, let us continue to build a community of care, trust, and safety for all in an open honest, tolerant and receptive manner. If you have any concerns about the welfare of a child or vulnerable adult, or if you wish to speak with someone about a safeguarding issue, please contact our Parish Safeguarding Representative or the Diocesan Safeguarding Office.Advent Family Day – Sunday, 30th
November
Join us for a free Advent Family Day at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church, Jubilee Road, Buckley (CH7 2BF). Arrival from 11.00am. Let’s come together to celebrate family and the beginning of Advent. The day concludes with Family Advent Service with Bishop Peter, followed by Hot Dogs and Mince Pies. Booking is essential by Sunday 16th November. Contact Wioletta Trebska at mfl@rcdwxm.org.uk or phone 07542 268728 to reserve your place. See the Notice in the Porch for more details
33rd Sunday of Ordinary
Time
Saturday - No Morning Mass 10.00 - 10.30 Confessions this week and by request or appointment 6.00pm - Mass Sunday - 16th November 2025 10.00am - Mass 3.00pm - 4.00pm Eucharistic Adoration
Mon - Weekday in Ordinary Time
9.30am - Mass
Tues - Weekday in Ordinary Time
8.30am - Mass
Wed - Weekday in Ordinary Time
9.30am - Mass
3.00pm-4.00pm Eucharistic
Adoration
Thur - Weekday in Ordinary Time
7.00pm - Mass
Fri - The Presentation of the Blessed
Virgin Mary (memorial)
9.30am - Mass
Let Us Pray For The Sick of the Parish
Dear Jesus, divine physician and healer of the sick, we turn to you in this time of illness. Oh dearest comforter of the troubled, alleviate our worry and sorrow with your gentle love, and grant us the grace and strength to accept this burden. Dear God, we place our worries in your hands. Amen.
Our Lord Jesus Christ, King
of the Universe (Solemnity)
Saturday - No Morning Mass 10.00 - 10.30 Confessions this week and by request or appointment 6.00pm Mass Sunday - 23rd November 2025 10.00am - Mass 3.00pm - 4.00pm Eucharistic Adoration
© Llay/Rossett Parish 2025
Llay Parish
Wrexham, North Wales
Mass Times
St Francis of Assisi is open for SATURDAY, SUNDAY and Weekday MASS and During week for private prayer 9 - 5
Our Holy Father’s Prayer Intention for November
2025
For the prevention of suicide
Let us pray that those who are struggling with suicidal
thoughts might find the support, care, and love they
need in their community, and be open to the beauty of
life.
Mass for the deceased Clergy of the Diocese
This Thursday (20th) in the Cathedral, Wrexham, 11am. All welcome. Food Bank The“Food Bank” Collection this weekend. Please put your dry food donations in the appropriate boxes/containers which you will find in the porch, put there by the SVP.Advent Retreats at Loreto
Loreto Spirituality Centre organises: Advent Weekend Retreat 28th - 30th November and Advent Triduum 8th - 12th December. Find more information on their website www.loretocentre.org.uk by phoning 01492 878031 or by email info@loretocentre.org.uk Also see the notice in the porch. Meetings Synodality Meeting: This Sunday (16th) at 11.30 in the Hall at Llay (after the 10am Mass). All are welcome. Subject: Communal Prayer. Parish Finance Committee Meeting: Meets this Monday (17th) at 2pm – in the front Hall.Alan Darby
Alan’s daughter in-law, Salome, informs us that Alan is now living in Lexham Green Rest Home in Buckley, and would love to be visited. Christmas Cards A nice selection of religious Christmas Cards are now on sale from the porch. Do avail of them.A reminder to pray the Jubilee Prayer
As we continue our journey through this Jubilee season, we gently remind you to pray the Jubilee Prayer, which has been included in our parish bulletin for quite some time. It is a powerful reflection of our shared hope, faith, charity and mission as Pilgrims of Hope. Jubilee Prayer November – The Month of the Holy Souls During this month we remember our dear dead – especially those who may be suffering the purification of Purgatory – with special attention and love. You can have your dead remembered during November in a special way at all Parish Masses by listing their names on one of the lists you can find in the porch (or your own paper) putting the list in an envelope (your own or one of those you will find in the porch) and hand it in (no money please) at the church or the presbytery. These envelopes – with their lists – will be placed on the Altar during all Masses in November and the names will be remembered there. But most importantly, try to attend as many of these Masses as possible and pray there yourself for our dear dead.November, Month of Mercy and The Holy
Souls
Do avail of the Pamphlets in the Porch – based on the Divine Mercy Devotion.Quietness (Reverence) in Church
Be silent, be thoughtful, and be reverent, for this is the house of the Lord. Before Mass speak to God. During Mass let God speak to you. After Mass speak to one another, but quietly, without disturbing those who are at prayer – ideally in the porch. 'Wrecsam Clarion' The New Digital Diocesan Newsletter Welcome to the November edition of 'The Clarion' the new Digital Diocesan Newsletter. Please click the button below to read the latest issue .R.I.P.
We sadly announce the death of Joan Pritchard, which occurred on Tuesday last, November 11th at home. She will be sorely missed by her family and many friends. Please keep her and them in your prayers. Funeral arrangements later.Theresa Preston’s Funeral
Funeral Service at Llay on Wednesday, 26th November at 2pm, to be followed by cremation at Pentrebychan at 3pm. Please keep her and her family in your prayers. May she rest in peace. Old copies of “The Tablet” Some old copies of “The Tablet” will be placed in the porch from time to time – to be taken away and read by anyone who would like to do so.For the hard-of-hearing
Do remember that the “loop system” operates here. “Safeguarding” Message The Catholic Church is committed to the safeguarding and protection of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. Every person has a right to be safe and respected within our community in a non- judgemental way. As a parish, we take this responsibility seriously. We follow national safeguarding guidelines, ensure all volunteers are properly vetted and trained, and maintain clear procedures for reporting concerns. Our parish is open and is inclusive to all who come to pray within. Together, let us continue to build a community of care, trust, and safety for all in an open honest, tolerant and receptive manner. If you have any concerns about the welfare of a child or vulnerable adult, or if you wish to speak with someone about a safeguarding issue, please contact our Parish Safeguarding Representative or the Diocesan Safeguarding Office.Advent Family Day – Sunday, 30th
November
Join us for a free Advent Family Day at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church, Jubilee Road, Buckley (CH7 2BF). Arrival from 11.00am. Let’s come together to celebrate family and the beginning of Advent. The day concludes with Family Advent Service with Bishop Peter, followed by Hot Dogs and Mince Pies. Booking is essential by Sunday 16th November. Contact Wioletta Trebska at mfl@rcdwxm.org.uk or phone 07542 268728 to reserve your place. See the Notice in the Porch for more details
33rd Sunday of Ordinary
Time
Saturday - No Morning Mass 10.00 - 10.30 Confessions this week and by request or appointment 6.00pm - Mass Sunday - 16th November 2025 10.00am - Mass 3.00pm - 4.00pm Eucharistic Adoration
Mon - Weekday in Ordinary Time
9.30am - Mass
Tues - Weekday in Ordinary Time
8.30am - Mass
Wed - Weekday in Ordinary Time
9.30am - Mass
3.00pm-4.00pm Eucharistic Adoration
Thur - Weekday in Ordinary Time
7.00pm - Mass
Fri - The Presentation of the Blessed
Virgin Mary (memorial)
9.30am - Mass
Let Us Pray For The Sick of the Parish
Dear Jesus, divine physician and healer of the sick, we turn to you in this time of illness. Oh dearest comforter of the troubled, alleviate our worry and sorrow with your gentle love, and grant us the grace and strength to accept this burden. Dear God, we place our worries in your hands. Amen.
Latest Bulletin
to Download -
Parish news insert -
After the Sunday mass there will be
Tea/Coffee served in the church hall.
Christmas Gifts for Disadvantaged
Children
The Family Friends Charity works with disadvantaged
children in the area and holds an annual Christmas
party for the children of local families whom they
support. Our SVP has committed to providing
presents for 20 children and we would like your help.
We will be given the first name, age and gender of
these children and some idea of their needs and
interests. From the weekend of 22nd/23rd November
we will have a “tree” with gift tags attached giving
details for each child. Please chose a tag from the
tree and return your gift (not exceeding £10 in
value), unwrapped, in a gift bag, with the label
attached, as soon as you can, but by the weekend
6th/7th December at the latest.
Parish Advent Social - raising money for
Mary's Meals
On Friday 12th December at 7pm it has been decided to hold a parish social event in the church hall to raise money for Mary's Meals. There will be singing of Advent Carols and refreshments such as non- alcoholic mulled wine/Christmas nibbles, etc. Please put the date in your diary and support this event for a very worthy cause. Donations for the raffle would be welcome - please pass onto Helen Zammit-Willson or Eileen Evans. To enable us to know how many to provide refreshments for please add your name to the list in the church porch. Wrexham Diocesan “Youth Mass” This coming Saturday (22nd) at “Our Lady of the Rosary”, Buckley, at 1pm. All welcome.“Missio” Red Boxes
Please would box holders bring them in for emptying during November. They can be left in & collected from the porch. Thank you. “Red Wednesday” - 19th November The Diocese supports the work of Aid to the Church in Need (ACN), bringing spiritual and practical help to Catholics and other Christians where they are persecuted, oppressed or in pastoral need. This year’s Red Wednesday annual event takes place on 19th November, remembering those who suffer for their faith. Follow this link to find out more https://acnuk.org/redwednesdayOur Lord Jesus Christ, King
of the Universe (Solemnity)
Saturday - No Morning Mass 10.00 - 10.30 Confessions this week and by request or appointment 6.00pm Mass Sunday - 23rd November 2025 10.00am - Mass 3.00pm - 4.00pm Eucharistic Adoration
