Covid Risks Update - We need to review our risk assessment on a constant basis.  Consequently, we need to remind people that when people come to church it is not an opportunity for social catch ups whilst in the building.  Our risk assessment states people adhere to social distancing and so go straight to their chair and at the end of the service leave quietly. Once outside in the carpark, catch ups and some fellowship is possible because it is much safer in terms of infection rates and chances of the coronavirus spreading.          

St Agnes - The feast of St Agnes is this week and so in remembrance of the former faith community of St Agnes in Adamsdown our Wednesday mass is from the chapel of St Agnes.      

Week of Prayer for Christian Unity - Normally takes place from 18-25 January each year.  This year’s theme is Abiding in Christ.  There is also an option for communities to celebrate this week of prayer in and around Pentecost which is what we will do this year because of the lockdown restrictions preventing a joint service or other ecumenical engagement.  For those who want to pray this year, prayer resources are available from the CTBI website.     

Faith QI - Returns this week on Wed 20th Jan at 7pm on zoom.  Each evening we explore a different topic related to our faith and spirituality - sometimes prayer, sometimes philosophy, sometimes theology.  At the heart of it is a desire to understand and deepen our own faith. Topics this year: Why go to Church, the Old Testament,  God and the Pandemic, God talk in a digital age, Spirituality, Who’s in Charge - God, Power and Authority.                 

Zoom Bingo - With the tier 4 lockdown we are exploring ways to support our parish community life. We hope to launch this later on in January with a Zoom bingo.  If there’s a particular evening you’re interested in please let us know.  We will play five games and proceeds can go to charity.  We are hoping for donations of small prizes.             

Tredegarville Primary School - If your child, or you know of a child, who would like to be considered for a place at Tredegarville Church in Wales Primary for Reception 2021 please contact the school or follow the link on our website homepage.                

​Recently Departed - Leonard Innocent, John Frayne, Kathleen Cartlidge, Violet Miller, Carol Jones RIP

Next Sunday - Reserve your seat at St Saviour’s mass via Liz on 07718918846.           

Covid Risks Update - We need to review our risk assessment on a constant basis.  Consequently, we need to remind people that when people come to church it is not an opportunity for social catch ups whilst in the building.  Our risk assessment states people go straight to their chair and at the end of the service leave quietly. Once outside, catch ups and some fellowship is possible because it is much safer in terms of infection rates and chances of the coronavirus spreading.                                  

Week of Prayer for Christian Unity - Normally takes place from 18-25 January each year.  This year’s theme is Abiding in Christ.  There is also an option for communities to celebrate this week of prayer in and around Pentecost which is what we will do this year because of the lockdown restrictions preventing a joint service or other ecumenical engagement.     

Faith QI - Returns this week on Wed 20th Jan at 7pm on zoom.  Each evening we explore a different topic related to our faith and spirituality - sometimes prayer, sometimes philosophy, sometimes theology.  At the heart of it is a desire to understand and deepen our own faith. Topics this year: Why go to Church, the Old Testament,  God and the Pandemic, God talk in a digital age, Spirituality, Who’s in Charge - God, Power and Authority.                 

Foodbank - Many thanks from Cardiff Foodbank to St Saviour’s parish for donating 283.5 kg of food from October to December 2020.                         

Christmas Card fundraising - many thanks to all who supported our Christmas card display fundraiser.  An amazing £598 was raised.                          

Zoom Bingo - With the tier 4 lockdown we are exploring ways to support our parish community life. We hope to launch this later on in January with a Zoom bingo.  If there’s a particular evening you’re interested in please let us know.  We will play five games and proceeds can go to charity.  We are hoping for donations of small prizes.             

Ministry Area - Our MA council reps meet with Bishop June and diocesan staff on 19 Jan at 7pm via zoom. If you’ve questions you’d like posed please see Fr Phelim.              

​Recently Departed - Leonard Innocent, John Frayne, Kathleen Cartlidge, Violet Miller, Carol Jones RIP

Next Sunday - Reserve your seat at St Saviour’s mass via Liz on 07718918846.           

Faith QI - Returns this month on Wed 20th Jan at 7pm.  This will be on zoom.  Each evening we explore a different topic related to our faith and spirituality - sometimes prayer, sometimes philosophy, sometimes theology.  At the heart of it is a desire to understand the faith we follow more and perhaps deepen our understanding through discussion. We expect this to last six to eight sessions and probably meeting once every two weeks.  

Many Thanks - to all who supported our Christmas Card and Greeting fundraiser - we managed to raise £598  which is just an amazing amount given our climate and circumstances.                               

Foodbank - Many thanks from Cardiff Foodbank to St Saviour’s parish for donating 283.5 kg of food from October to December 2020.                       

 Zoom Bingo - With the tier 4 lockdown rules in place (and likely to get more stringent) we are exploring ways to support our parish community life. We hope to launch this later on in January with a Zoom bingo. We’ve had quite a few expressions of interest.  We are thinking of an evening in the week to allow those in work to join in.  If there’s a particular evening you’re interested in please let us know.  We hope to play five games and proceeds (if any) will go to charity.  We are also hoping for donations of small prizes.                              

Ministry Area - Our MA council reps meet with Bishop June and diocesan staff on 19 Jan at 7pm via zoom. If you’ve questions you’d like posed please see Fr Phelim.      

Recently Departed - Leonard Innocent, John Frayne, Kathleen Cartlidge RIP        

​Today’s music: On Jordan’s banks, Power of the cross, Come to the water, I the Lord of sea and sky     

PCC Update - met recently and approved renovations to the hall toilets and to replace the boiler. An in-depth discussion was had on Covid safeguarding and our need to review current praxis. Finally, we agreed to ring fence some of the recent legacy for provision of toilets for the church. We thank God for the privilege and opportunity to be able to worship publicly.        

Church Services and Covid - Many thanks for those who signed up to help supervise cleaning the church after our services (according to our risk assessment and legal compliance). We will need regular monitoring of this.  Please note we are supposed to keep strict social distancing and so shouldn’t gather for chats in the church.  Outside is much safer. Likewise, we have a one way system for entry and exit.                       

Faith QI - Returns on Wednesday 20 Jan at 7pm.  This will be on zoom.  Each evening we explore a different topic related to our faith and spirituality - sometimes prayer, sometimes philosophy, sometimes theology.  At the heart of it is a desire to understand the faith we follow more and perhaps deepen our understanding through discussion.                  

Social Zoom - With the tier 4 lockdown rules in place (and likely to get more stringent) we are exploring ways to support our parish community life.  For those interested in an online social gathering in January please contact Fr Phelim.  We hope to launch this in January with a Zoom bingo.  We are also looking for prizes to be donated (5 x games) and also suggestions as to which days or times people would like.                          

Tredegarville Primary School - If your child or you know of a child who would like to be considered for a place at Tredegarville Church in Wales Primary for Reception 2021 please contact the school or follow the link on our website homepage.                 

Recently Departed - Shirley Galea, John Frayne, Kathleen Cartlidge RIP                 

​Today’s music: On Jordans banks, Come down O love divine, Alleluia, Alleluia, hearts to heaven, I the Lord of sea and sky.

PCC Update - met last Tuesday and approved renovations to the hall toilets and to replace the boiler. An in-depth discussion was had on Covid safeguarding and our need to review current praxis. Richard Davey will speak on this later today. Finally, we agreed to ring fence some of the recent legacy for provision of toilets for the church.                     

Church Services and Covid - Many thanks for those who signed up to help supervise cleaning the church after our services (according to our risk assessment and legal compliance). We will need regular monitoring of this.  Please note we are supposed to keep strict social distancing and so shouldn’t gather for chats in the church.  Outside is much safer.. Likewise, we have a one way system for entry and exit.                   

Faith QI - Returns in the new year.  This will be on zoom.  Each evening we explore a different topic related to our faith and spirituality - sometimes prayer, sometimes philosophy, sometimes theology.  At the heart of it is a desire to understand the faith we follow more and perhaps deepen our understanding through discussion.                          

Social Zoom - With the tier 4 lockdown rules in place (and likely to get more stringent) we are exploring ways to support our parish community life.  For those interested in an online social gathering in January please contact Fr Phelim.  We hope to launch this in January with a Zoom bingo.                                               

Tredegarville Primary School - If your child or you know of a child who would like to be considered for a place at Tredegarville Church in Wales Primary for Reception 2021 please contact the school or follow the link on our website homepage.                 


Recently Departed - Graham Gristock, Denis Pitt, Shirley Galea RIP                 

​Today’s music: Name of all majesty Love came down at Christmas How shall I fitly meet thee?; The Lamb; We three Kings
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Next Sunday - Reserve your seat at St Saviour’s mass via Liz on 07718918846.               

Faith QI - Returns this month.  This will be on zoom.  Each evening we explore a different topic related to our faith and spirituality - sometimes prayer, sometimes philosophy, sometimes theology.  At the heart of it is a desire to understand the faith we follow more and perhaps deepen our understanding through discussion.                      

Year’s Mind - We mark the first anniversary of Fr Graham Francis (RIP) at mass this coming Tuesday.  Please join us if you can.                                

 Foodbank - Foodbank at St Saviour’s resumes after the holiday period at the usual times on Wednesday afternoon and Thursday evening.                        


 Epiphany - Most years we celebrate the feast of the Epiphany on a Sunday but this year it will be during the midweek.  Please join us for an Epiphany mass this coming Thursday evening at the usual time of 17:45.                             

 Thank You - to everyone from St Saviour's for your good wishes and kindness shown to me last week as I celebrated another birthday.  Thank you too for the flowers.  It was all very much appreciated.  Best wishes, Stella.                              

Social Zoom - With the tier 4 lockdown rules in place (and likely to get more stringent) we are exploring ways to support our parish community life.  For those interested in an online social gathering in January please contact Fr Phelim.  We hope to launch this later on in January with a Zoom bingo.                                   

Ministry Area - South Cardiff MA council reps meet with Bishop June and diocesan staff on Tues 19 Jan at 7pm via zoom. If you’ve any questions you’d like posed please see Fr Phelim.    

Recently Departed - Graham Gristock, Denis Pitt, Shirley Galea RIP                                                           

 Today’s music: Wexford Carol, What child is this, Love came down at Christmas, Fill your hearts with joy and gladness.     

Next PCC - will be this Tuesday 29 Dec at 7pm via zoom.                     

Church Services and Covid - At our next PCC we will review our risk assessment as currently the cleaning regime and other precautions against spreading infection have become lax (or not done at all).  To remain open we need named volunteers who will ensure the cleaning of seats, collection of names and contacts and our other precautions are adhered to. If we can no longer staff this then we will be obliged to only open when we can. Volunteer sign up page at the back of the church with dates etc. Please help us stay open.              

Faith QI - Returns in the new year.  This will be on zoom.  Each evening we explore a different topic related to our faith and spirituality - sometimes prayer, sometimes philosophy, sometimes theology.  At the heart of it is a desire to understand the faith we follow more and perhaps deepen our understanding through discussion.                          

​Social Zoom - With the tier 4 lockdown rules in place (and likely to get more stringent) we are exploring ways to support our parish community life.  For those interested in an online social gathering in January please contact Fr Phelim.  We hope to launch this in January with a Zoom bingo.                                           

Llandaff Matters - In place of Croeso the diocese has moved to a weekly online update on life and ministry in the diocese.  It is called Llandaff Matters and we are encouraging everyone to sign up to the weekly email list.  Details on our website.             

Tredegarville Primary School - If your child or you know of a child who would like to be considered for a place at Tredegarville Church in Wales Primary for Reception 2021 please contact the school or follow the link on our website homepage.                 

Recently Departed - John Lambert, Graham Gristock, Denis Pitt RIP                 

Today’s music: Unto us a boy is born; the First Noel; Coventry Carol; In the bleak midwinter; In Dulci Jubilo

Next Sunday - Reserve your seat at St Saviour’s mass via Liz on 07718918846. .          Posada Journey - sponsorship raised this year was £100.60.  Many thanks.      

Faith QI - Returns in the new year.  This will be on zoom.  Each evening we explore a different topic related to our faith and spirituality - sometimes prayer, sometimes philosophy, sometimes theology.  At the heart of it is a desire to understand the faith we follow more and perhaps deepen our understanding through discussion.     

Thank You Mr Treasurer - John Stuart has only a week or so left as our treasurer, a post he has loyally served in for decades.  We all owe John a huge debt of gratitude for the time and commitment he has devoted to this ministry over the years.  John hands on the baton to David French but will remain as gift aid secretary.        

 Social Zoom - With the tier 4 lockdown rules in place (and likely to get more stringent) we are exploring ways to support our parish community life.  For those interested in an online social gathering in January please contact Fr Phelim.  We hope to launch this in January with a Zoom bingo.                     

 Llandaff Matters - In place of Croeso the diocese has moved to a weekly online update on life and ministry in the diocese.  It is called Llandaff Matters and we are encouraging everyone to sign up to the weekly email list.  Details on our website.         

Recently Departed - John Lambert RIP                         

​Today’s music: Unto us a boy is born; Ding Dong! Merrily on high; The Virgin Mary had a little boy; See amid the winter snow.     

Wales Lockdown - Church is still open, thank God, according to latest Welsh Gov guidance.  Services for weekday, Sundays and for Christmas will be as normal and published times. 

Nine Lessons and Carols - This evening at 6pm we will have a service of carols and lessons here in St German’s.  Carols will be sung by a small group of up to six singers which complies with current government guidance.   Please join us. Also, if you’d like to read one of the short lessons please see Fr Phelim. A rehearsal for this takes place after mass today.            

O Antiphon Week of Prayer  - Our advent week of prayer continues this evening in St Saviour's at 3pm and concludes on Wednesday.  It is an opportunity for us to prepare spiritually and spend more time in prayer as we look forward to Christmas.      

 PCC Meeting - on zoom on Tues 29 Dec at 7pm (building work and ministry area updates)     

Christmas Services - It is crucial to book a place in advance for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day services.  There is a services sign up page at the back of the church for current congregation members.  If you are inviting family please also fill in their names.     Priority will go to current church members while keeping space for less regular visitors.               

Tredegarville Primary School - If your child or you know of a child who would like to be considered for a place at Tredegarville Church in Wales Primary for Reception 2021 please contact the school or follow the link on our website homepage.                 

Darkness into Light - This campaign is varied and involves torchbearers, singing carols from door stops as well as churches throughout Wales shining their lights each Sunday evening at 6pm to be a sign of renewed hope as we endure still the coronavirus pandemic. See our website for more details.                                  

 Llandaff Matters - In place of Croeso the diocese has moved to a weekly online update on life and ministry in the diocese.  It is called Llandaff Matters and we are encouraging everyone to sign up to the weekly email list.  Details on our website.                 

​Recently Departed - John Lambert RIP     

Wales Lockdown - Church is still open, thank God, according to latest Welsh Gov guidance.  Services for weekday, Sundays and for Christmas will be as normal and published times. 


Next Sunday - Reserve your seat at St Saviour’s mass via Liz on 07718918846. .              

O Antiphon Week of Prayer  - Our advent week of prayer continues this afternoon in St Saviour's at 3pm and concludes on Wednesday.  It is an opportunity for us to prepare spiritually and spend more time in prayer as we look forward to Christmas.        

Christmas Card Display - Instead of sending individual cards why not consider our display which is kinder to the environment and supports our church.  Donations please to St Saviour’s.  Many thanks already to those who have posted and donated.            

 Christmas Services - It is crucial to book a place in advance for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day services.  There is a services sign up page at the back of the church for current congregation members.  If you are inviting family please also fill in their names.     Christmas eve (at time of writing is almost full) but there is currently space available on Christmas Day.

Doorstep Carol - Invitation to join in with Christians throughout the Church in Wales with singing ‘Silent Night’ with friends, family on your doorstep at 7pm on Christmas eve.  Film or photograph it and send it to us and we will share on social media.                

Thank You Mr Treasurer - John Stuart has only a week or so left as our treasurer, a post he has loyally served in for decades.  We all owe John a huge debt of gratitude for the time and commitment he has devoted to this ministry over the years.  John hands on the baton to David French but will remain as gift aid secretary.                      

Llandaff Matters - In place of Croeso the diocese has moved to a weekly online update on life and ministry in the diocese.  It is called Llandaff Matters and we are encouraging everyone to sign up to the weekly email list.  Details on our website.               

​ Recently Departed - John Lambert RIP