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We are delighted to invite everyone to the Mynydd Bedwellte Ministry Area Big Gathering, a joyful afternoon and evening for people of all ages from across our churches and local communities. The gathering will take place on Saturday 22nd August from 4pm until late at Littlest Dairy, Blackwood, NP12 0BQ. This is an opportunity for us to come together,Continue reading “Join Us for the Mynydd Bedwellte Ministry Area Big Gathering!”

Last Saturday, St Sannan’s Church in Bedwellty welcomed visitors from across the local community for a wonderful Medieval Day. We were delighted by the fantastic turnout and the enthusiasm of everyone who came along. Throughout the day, visitors enjoyed medieval combat demonstrations from Medieval Combat Wales, who introduced us to the sport of Buhurt. RevContinue reading “A Fantastic Medieval Day at St Sannan’s”

On Saturday 4th July, St Sannan’s Church in Bedwellty will be turning back the clock for a day of medieval history, faith, and fun. From 10am until 4pm, visitors of all ages are invited to explore the rich heritage of one of the oldest churches in the area through a variety of activities and experiences.Continue reading “Step Back in Time at St Sannan’s Medieval Day”

This week we gathered at St Sannan’s Church, Bedwellty, to explore the theme of Courageous Joy. Joy is often spoken about as a feeling, something that comes when life is going well. Courage is often seen as something we need when life is difficult. Yet as Christians, we believe that these two things belong together. CourageousContinue reading “Courageous Joy at St Sannan’s, Bedwellty”

Holy Week is not just something we remember, it’s something we step into. It takes us on a journey with Jesus, from the joy of Palm Sunday to the sorrow of the cross, and finally to the hope of Easter morning. It invites us to slow down, reflect, and encounter God in a deeper way.Continue reading “Entering the Story: Holy Week”

Life can sometimes feel overwhelming. There are moments when grief, fear, anger, or despair seem to settle over us like darkness. In those moments it can feel as though we are alone. But the Christian story tells us something different. Throughout the Bible we encounter people who walked through deep darkness. Job wrestled with sufferingContinue reading “Darkness: Finding Light in the Hardest Moments”

We are very pleased to announce that Ralph Aladese has been appointed as Team Vicar in the Mynydd Bedwellte Ministry Area. It has been some time since Ralph was first interviewed for this role, and it is a real joy to now see him stepping confidently into this new chapter as he completes his curacy.Continue reading “Ralph Licensed as Team Vicar in the Mynydd Bedwellte Ministry Area”

Lent is a season of reflection, honesty and hope. It is a time when we slow down, look inward, and look again at God. We are really excited to begin our new Lent series of Matt & Ralph Talk with our first episode featuring Diana, a psychologist who joins us to explore the theme of forgiveness. What does forgivenessContinue reading “🎙 Matt & Ralph Talk: Lent Series Begins”

Next week we mark Ash Wednesday, the day that begins the season of Lent. Lent is a time of preparation, reflection, and renewal as we journey towards Easter and the celebration of Jesus’ death and resurrection. On Ash Wednesday, Christians receive the sign of the cross in ashes. It is a simple but powerful act thatContinue reading “Ash Wednesday and the Beginning of Lent”

“Bishop Cherry is delighted to share the wonderful news that Ralph Aladese has been appointed as Team Vicar in the Mynydd Bedwellte Ministry Area. It has been some time since Ralph was interviewed for this post, and it is a joy to now see him stepping confidently into this new chapter as he completes his curacy.Continue reading “Announcement about Reverend Ralph”