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Welcoming, Faithful & Just

Butetown

The multicultural community of Butetown and the recent developments of Cardiff Bay are served by the people of St Mary’s Church. You’ll find us at the top of Bute Street.

Grangetown

Grangetown is served by St Paul’s Church and Saints Dyfrig and Samson’s Church. They stand at each end of one of the largest suburbs of Cardiff.

Splott

The vibrant community of Splott is served by the people of St Saviour’s Church. You’ll find us on Splott Road which runs through the heart of our community.

Hall Bookings

For enquiries about booking our community spaces please visit our designated page.

Latest News

Catch up on the latest news, blogs and reflections from South Cardiff Ministry Area

• Wisdom v foolishnessAugust 27, 2026
  The Christian life has a different conception of wisdom to the world. What appears like foolishness – preparing for the coming of the Lord, for example – is actually a sign of holy wisdom. Fr Richard reflects on today’s readings fromContinue reading “Wisdom v foolishness”
• Faithful waitingAugust 27, 2026
  Waiting can be frustrating; we can see it as a waste of time. Or we can use the time while we are waiting for something productively, to continue our faithful following of God. Fr Richard reflects on today’s readings from Mass.Continue reading “Faithful waiting”
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  Connect |26 August 2026August 26, 2026
  As we enjoy the last week of the School Holidays, we look forward to the beginning of term next week! In the meantime, here’s some of the lastest news from our churches. It’s time to CONNECT!
• The unseen workAugust 26, 2026
  We all have a role to play in the life of the Church. Just because what we do maybe unseen, it doesn’t mean it isn’t important. Fr Richard reflects on today’s readings from Mass. Readings for Wednesday of week 21 ofContinue reading “The unseen work”
• What’s the use in worrying?August 25, 2026
  Often in life we worry about things that we can’t really affect. Better instead to worry – or be concerned – about things we can influence, such as whether we are faithfully following God. Fr Richard reflects on today’s readings fromContinue reading “What’s the use in worrying?”
• Not the greasy pole!August 24, 2026
  Sometimes we might think “climbing the greasy pole” or advancing in terms of our status, is the mark of success. However, St Bartholomew shows that being in the background yet faithful is just as worthwhile. Fr Richard reflects on today’s readingsContinue reading “Not the greasy pole!”

A Faithful Community

Worship is at the heart of our life together. Each Sunday, we gather to celebrate Mass (The Holy Eucharist) alongside a pattern of daily prayer throughout the week.

Sunday

S MARY THE VIRGIN, BUTETOWN

1100hrs: Solemn Mass

S PAUL THE APOSTLE, GRANGETOWN

1100hrs: Sung Eucharist (11am from Sep 1)

SS DYFRIG & SAMSON, GRANGETOWN

0930hrs: Solemn Mass (930am from Sep 1)

S SAVIOUR, SPLOTT

0930hrs: Sung Mass

You can discover more about our prayer and worship here:

Cardiff Stories

Check out our involvement alongside St Mary’s School in CCIN’s video filmed during Refugee Week 2023 as we celebrate the place that the arts play in strengthening communities.

A Catholic Heart

Many different traditions contribute to the diverse and vibrant life of the Church in Wales. Each of us has something valuable to offer. Together we enrich the wider Community of Faith.

As churches within the catholic tradition of the Church in Wales, we rejoice in a rich heritage which informs and inspires everything we do. It’s something we celebrate!

Our vision is to be a resourceful community that is welcoming, faithful and just.

You can also find out about some of the events and initiatives we’re involved with at Enter the Mystery:

South Cardiff Ministry Area is a registered charity. Charity Number: 1155549