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ASK A VICAR: Questions Nobody Asks in Church Have you ever wanted to ask a vicar something but worried it might sound awkward, silly or even offensive? Ask a Vicar is a new series exploring honest questions about faith, church and everyday life. There is no church knowledge required, and no question is off limits. InContinue reading “Ask The Vicar”

Our invitation was simple: “Come and look up.” On Wednesday evening, more than 500 people responded by joining us at St Sannan’s Church, Bedwellty, for our eclipse watching party. It was a fantastic turnout and a wonderful evening. People came together to watch the eclipse safely, enjoy refreshments, meet their neighbours and share in theContinue reading “More than 500 people look up together at St Sannan’s”

What would you ask a vicar if you could ask absolutely anything? On Tuesday 25 August, Reverend Matt Davis from St George’s Church will be hosting an open and informal evening at the Queens Ballroom in the Tredegar Iron and Coal Company Bar. Questions can be about faith, life, God, church, doubt, politics, the community,Continue reading “Ask the Vicar Anything”

The Annual Vestry Meeting of the Mynydd Bedwellte Ministry Area will take place on: 📅 Sunday 26th July 2026🕓 4:00pm📍 St George’s Church, Tredegar Everyone is warmly welcome to attend. This is one of the most important meetings in the life of our Ministry Area. It is an opportunity for us to look back with gratitude for all thatContinue reading “Annual Vestry Meeting 2026: Help Shape the Future of Our Churches”

For generations, St Paul’s Church, Abertysswg has stood at the heart of village life. It has been a place where people have celebrated baptisms and weddings, gathered to mourn loved ones, marked important moments, found comfort in difficult times, and simply known that the church was there whenever it was needed. Today, we are asking for theContinue reading “St Paul’s Church Needs Your Help”

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”