Most of the URC ministers and CRCW serving in Wales gathered at Llangasty Retreat House near Brecon at the beginning of August for their annual Summer School.  This year the main speaker and theme leader was the Revd Dr Susan Durber, a retired URC minister living in Pembrokeshire.    Susan drew on her vast experience […]

The United Reformed Church National Synod of Wales invites you to A More Able Church Webinar on the theme of: Faithful Perception – A More Visual Church   An evening to explore issues in local church life relating to visual impairment and sight loss. Verena Walder, the Local Church Leader from Tabernacle URC in Mumbles […]

Hanover URC, Llanover held a summer tea on 24 August in aid of the people of Ukraine. The church has historic routes, being a place of pilgrimage for Korean Christians who come to visit the memorial to Revd Robert Jermaine Thomas who became one of the first protestant missionaries to Korea.

One day in July we had our annual church walk and afternoon tea. One of the photos is of those who took part, gathering in the schoolroom before setting out. One other photo is of our congregation following a Sunday morning service conducted by a Salvation Army major, who is also in the photo. The […]

The below video was the result of collaboration between everyone at the the Bible and Worship Hub in March 2024. Former Stepwise Worship students and others, plus facilitators Julia Bartholomew, Paul Robinson and Johnny O’Hanlon (all North Wales Ministers).   Different small groups worked on the various components for the video, with Johnny putting in […]

We are small but big hearted here in Salisbury Park, Wrexham.  Last Sunday our minister Brian Matthews was in charge of us and we were busy congratulating ourselves after a very successful coffee morning the day before.  We used to have them once a month but it has became increasingly difficult to find volunteers, so […]

Looking for a weekend of reflection, worship, and inspiring discussions? We invite you to a special retreat at Llandrindod Wells, where we’ll explore the deeper aspects of worship, preaching, and Christian living. Whether you’re seeking spiritual renewal or simply want to connect with like-minded individuals, this weekend promises to be a fulfilling experience. Practical Information: […]

St. David’s Uniting Church, Pontypridd will relocate to Castle Street, Treforest in September 2024. In order to note and celebrate people and events of the past, a large congregation attended the church  on Saturday, July 20th. for a service of celebration. Past ministers attended, some taking part, together with members of the many groups who […]

Spirituality has always been important to me. Some years ago, I read an article in Living Spirituality News, the newsletter of the Living Spirituality Network, entitled the Fourfold Grid, written by Jesuit priest – Gerard Hughes. (The description of the Four-Fold Grid can also be found in Gerard Hughes’ book – God in All Things.) […]

We organise a variety of activities which we can’t fit into one week!  We learnt and shared in our Christian Aid Sunday service and our Monday morning worship with the children of Penrhys Primary the difference Christian Aid has made to the life of Aline and her family in Burundi. We held a  Cake Sale, […]

A LARGE GATHERING came together from the churches of Cardiff and Penarth Pastorate to celebrate Pastorate Day at City URC. Pastorate Minister Rev David Dean led the morning and closing services that set the tone for the day. Before the morning service, coloured paper hands and small polished stones were distributed to the congregation. During […]

The 2024 National Eisteddfod of Wales will take place between 3rd and 10th August 2024 at Ynysangharad Park, Pontypridd.  The United Reformed Church, National Synod of Wales doesn’t have a presence at this years Eisteddfod, but Cytûn and Christian Aid will both be on site to welcome you. Cytûn Events (with thanks to the Cytûn […]