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St Augustine’s, Penarth

Holy Nativity, Penarth
St Dochdwy’s, Llandough

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MASKS IN CHURCH We are no longer by law required to wear masks in church.  However we encourage you to wear them as an act of care and love for our more vulnerable brothers and sisters. Please don’t attend church if you have symptoms of Covid or test positive.

SUMMER FAMILY FUN EVENTS Penarth Ministry Area, Trinity Methodist & Eden Churches are coming together for family events during the holidays at Penarth Clifftops, Forest Rd every Wednesday between 27/07 & 31/08 10am-12noon. Bouncy castle, The Message Bus, Bible Stories, Messy play & Big Games. Everyone is welcome to attend!

CANCER RESEARCH UK Penarth Local Committee of are holding an Afternoon Tea on Thursday 11th August 3pm to 4.30 pm at All Saints Church on the Gallery. Tickets £10 each available on the door.

CARDIFF OPERA Friday 12th August 7pm at St Augustine’s Church

In collaboration with Cardiff Chamber Orchestra, Cardiff Opera will present two pieces

Richard Wagner Siegfried Idyll and Gustav Mahler Das Lied von der Erde. Featuring  Rebecca Chellappah (mezzo-soprano)   Robert Felstead (tenor)  Conducted by William Stevens.

Tickets £15/£5 students and under 18s   www.ticketsource.co.uk/cardiff-opera

CELEBRATION EVENT FOR THE LIFE OF BARBARA WHITTINGHAM

Saturday August 13th at 5pm - St Augustine’s Church This is a semi-private memorial event for friends of the late Barbara Whittingham who for very many years was a member of the St Augustine’s choir.

ROAD RESURFACING w/c Mon 15th Aug. Most of Albert Road, Albert Cres, Belle Vue Terrace and part of Salop Street will be closed for resurfacing work during this week 8am-5pm (though times may vary). If you need to visit St Augustine’s Church or the Parish Hall please take note.

FUNERAL The funeral of Allan Leeson will take place on Tues 16th August at 12pm at Cardiff & Vale Crematorium, Barry. All friends welcome to attend.

CONDOLENCES Sadly Mrs Joy Hall, formerly of Llandough, died on 31st July. Her funeral is on Thurs 25th August at 1pm at Cardiff & Vale Crematorium. Mr John Fraser also recently died, who many will know from Penarth. Funeral arrangements are still to be confirmed.

MOTHERS’ UNION Mary Sumner Day Service There will be a short service on Tuesday 16th August in St. John the Baptist Sully at 2pm. Please let as many people know as possible.  It is hoped to go to the Sully Inn for tea or coffee, a very short walk afterwards.

OPEN GARDENS THANKS The recent Open Gardens event raised a wonderful £5200 for the Children’s Society. Many thanks to all those who opened their gardens, helped out and especially those who visited. It was a great weekend. Ann Lush.

ORGAN RECITAL BY ELIN REES Sunday August 28th at St Augustine’s Church at 3pm

This concert entry is £5 for everyone - Adults, Children and all Concessions are the same price.

MINISTRY AREA SUMMER PICNIC Sun 28th Aug 12-2.30pm (weather permitting)  at St Augustine’s Churchyard. Bring your own food and drink and something to sit on. There will be some games for children. People can attend Elin’s organ concert afterwards if they wish. The picnic may need to be abandoned if the weather is poor  but the concert will still go ahead.

AUGUST MAGAZINES are in churches now – don’t forget to collect your copy. Items for September’s issue should be sent by 15 Aug to  the editors.

FREE CHILD & INFANT FIRST AID COURSE Tues Aug 23rd 1-3pm.

St John’s Ambulance are providing the above course at St Augustine’s Parish Hall, Albert Rd. Anyone wishing to attend please contact Margaret Davies Tel 02920 707102 mob 07477620576 email mothergoose.mamgu@gmail.com

GIVING TO THE MINISTRY AREA

Cheques can now be made payable to PENARTH MINISTRY AREA but our old accounts will stay open until all payments have been transferred. Please amend standing orders if you can to:

Account: Penarth Ministry Area  Sort code: 40 36 06 Account no: 71419455

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