Penarth Ministry Area
Loving God, Loving people, Loving Penarth
About Us
We are the Penarth Ministry Area - made up of the five Anglican churches in Penarth and Llandough: All Saints, Holy Nativity, St Augustines, St Dochdwys, and St Peters.
The Penarth Ministry Area is a collection of people who meet together regularly as we try to live life in a way that reflects the way that God calls us to be. We are made up of both young and old, traditional and modern, liberal and conservative, certain and confused, and we don't always agree on everything - but above and beyond everything we try to be a community that loves each other, and loves God.
Come along and experience the church as a family that will journey alongside you as you discover and live your life of faith.
We are situated just to the south of Cardiff in the Vale of Glamorgan, in the Diocese of Llandaff, part of the Church in Wales. Our Diocesan Bishop is the Right Reverend Mary Stallard.
We have what is probably the oldest building in Penarth (St Peters Church in Old Cogan), as well as one of the most visible and recognisable landmarks across Penarth, Cardiff Bay and the Bristol channel (St Augustines) plus a wealth of history and fascinating stories tied up in each church.
But more important than any of these things, we are a community of people seeking to follow Jesus here and now.
For more detailed info on the churches that comprise the PMA,
you can still access the websites of the two former parishes using these links:
Penarth and Llandough
All Saints, Penarth
The Penarth Ministry Area is a collection of people who meet together regularly as we try to live life in a way that reflects the way that God calls us to be. We are made up of both young and old, traditional and modern, liberal and conservative, certain and confused, and we don't always agree on everything - but above and beyond everything we try to be a community that loves each other, and loves God.
Come along and experience the church as a family that will journey alongside you as you discover and live your life of faith.
We are situated just to the south of Cardiff in the Vale of Glamorgan, in the Diocese of Llandaff, part of the Church in Wales. Our Diocesan Bishop is the Right Reverend Mary Stallard.
We have what is probably the oldest building in Penarth (St Peters Church in Old Cogan), as well as one of the most visible and recognisable landmarks across Penarth, Cardiff Bay and the Bristol channel (St Augustines) plus a wealth of history and fascinating stories tied up in each church.
But more important than any of these things, we are a community of people seeking to follow Jesus here and now.
For more detailed info on the churches that comprise the PMA,
you can still access the websites of the two former parishes using these links:
Penarth and Llandough
All Saints, Penarth
Work with us
Young People's Ministry Lead
Penarth, UK - PMA/25
Job Title: Young Peoples Ministry Lead
Location: Penarth, Vale of Glamorgan
Salary: £25,000 - £28,000 (plus pension)
Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week, including some evenings and weekends)
3 Year Fixed term contract with possibility of extension
We are seeking to recruit a passionate and enthusiastic Young People's Ministry Lead to join us in the Penarth Ministry Area. This is a leadership role with the chance to shape ministry with children and youth, working closely with clergy, volunteers and local schools to engage young people in their faith.
We are part of the Diocese of Llandaff in the Church in Wales, and this is a unique opportunity to join the Ministry Team in the attractive town of Penarth, one of Wales’s most popular seaside resorts, where you will help grow and develop our work with children, young people and families.
Key Responsibilities:
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For more information or to apply, send your CV and cover letter to: admin@penarthministryarea.com
Closing Date: 8pm 10th June 2025 - interviews at the end of June.
This post requires an enhanced DBS check and has a genuine occupational requirement for the post-holder to be a practising Christian.
Location: Penarth, Vale of Glamorgan
Salary: £25,000 - £28,000 (plus pension)
Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week, including some evenings and weekends)
3 Year Fixed term contract with possibility of extension
We are seeking to recruit a passionate and enthusiastic Young People's Ministry Lead to join us in the Penarth Ministry Area. This is a leadership role with the chance to shape ministry with children and youth, working closely with clergy, volunteers and local schools to engage young people in their faith.
We are part of the Diocese of Llandaff in the Church in Wales, and this is a unique opportunity to join the Ministry Team in the attractive town of Penarth, one of Wales’s most popular seaside resorts, where you will help grow and develop our work with children, young people and families.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide strategic leadership for ministry with children and youth across the area.
- Help ensure that our young people and children play a full part in the life of their church
- Lead and support volunteers and foster relationships with schools and local organisations.
- Ensure a safe, welcoming environment where young people can grow in their discipleship.
- A committed Christian with experience working with children and young people (0-18).
- Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
- Desire to inspire and motivate children and young people to engage and develop their faith.
- Relevant qualification in youth work or theology.
Download Full job description
For more information or to apply, send your CV and cover letter to: admin@penarthministryarea.com
Closing Date: 8pm 10th June 2025 - interviews at the end of June.
This post requires an enhanced DBS check and has a genuine occupational requirement for the post-holder to be a practising Christian.
Requirements
Essential
- Experienced in working with children and young people (0-18)
- A committed Christian, with a desire to develop the faith of children and young people while furthering their own
- Excellent communication skills
- Good organisational and administration skills
- Proficient in using technology/software (eg Instagram, Microsoft Office, etc)
- Self-motivating
- Experience of strategic planning within a ministry
- A Qualification in children’s/ youth work/ theology/ related subject.
- Experience in leading teams of volunteers
- A sense of fun and good sense of humour
- Experience of working in/with Schools
- Good public speaking/presentation skills
- A proven track record in developing relationships with organisations outside the Church
- Experience of managing budgets successfully
Responsibilities
- In association with the MA leadership team, to provide strategic vision and direction for ministry with young people and children
- To oversee and lead a team of volunteers
- To establish, develop and grow engagement with Children, Young People and Families across the Penarth Ministry area
- To support and encourage the young people and children as they follow Jesus in a fun and safe environment
- To help ensure that our young people and children play a full part in the life of their church
- To manage the allocated budget
- To engage with schools, youth groups, charities and other organisations to further these objectives
Eco Church
Eco Church is a scheme run by 'A Rocha' UK -equiping churches to care for God's creation through their worship, buildings, land, community engagement, and individual lifestyles.
So far, two churches in the Penarth Ministry Area have been awarded 'Bronze' awards - All Saints and St Augustines.
So far, two churches in the Penarth Ministry Area have been awarded 'Bronze' awards - All Saints and St Augustines.
Services
All Saints
Every Sunday 8am Said Eucharist 10am Sung Eucharist (with creche, and children's and young people's groups) 3rd Sunday only Choral Evensong 6pm - Summer (Apr - Sept) 3pm - Winter (Oct - March) Midweek Tuesday 10am Said Eucharist Wednesday 10am Cymun Bendigaid (welsh language communion service)
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Every Sunday 10.45am Sung Eucharist (with Sunday school for children on the 1st Sunday of the month) Midweek Wednesday 10am Midweek Eucharist
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Every Sunday 9.15am Sung Eucharist 2nd Thursday of the month 10.30am Midweek Eucharist 1st Sunday of the month 4pm - 'Sunday@4' (Informal monthly service with children's tea, activities, songs and bible discussion).
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All Saints
Victoria Square, Penarth, CF64 3EH
Ministry Area Office: 029 2280 5663
admin@penarthministryarea.com
Services: (Every Sunday)
8am - Said Eucharist
This is a simple and traditional service of communion, without music or singing. A peaceful and gentle start to the day for the more reflective or early risers.
10am - Sung Eucharist
A relaxed and informal service, which is our main gathering of the week. We have bible readings, songs, prayers, a talk and most weeks we share communion together.
(with creche, and groups for children & young people)
Choral Evensong (3rd Sunday only)
3pm - Winter (Oct -Mar)
6pm - Summer (Apr -Sept)
Midweek Services:
Tues. - 10am Said Eucharist
Weds. - 10am Cymun Bendigaid (Welsh language communion service)
Ministry Area Office: 029 2280 5663
admin@penarthministryarea.com
Services: (Every Sunday)
8am - Said Eucharist
This is a simple and traditional service of communion, without music or singing. A peaceful and gentle start to the day for the more reflective or early risers.
10am - Sung Eucharist
A relaxed and informal service, which is our main gathering of the week. We have bible readings, songs, prayers, a talk and most weeks we share communion together.
(with creche, and groups for children & young people)
Choral Evensong (3rd Sunday only)
3pm - Winter (Oct -Mar)
6pm - Summer (Apr -Sept)
Midweek Services:
Tues. - 10am Said Eucharist
Weds. - 10am Cymun Bendigaid (Welsh language communion service)
St Augustine's
Church Place South, CF64 1BA
Ministry Area Office: 029 2280 5663 admin@penarthministryarea.com
Services: (every Sunday)
10:45am - Sung Eucharist
Midweek Service:
Wednesday 10am
The main Sunday service is quite formal but also relaxed, dignified and friendly. The liturgy is carefully planned with music that is inspiring and uplifting. The clergy aim to give challenging sermons that both educate and inspire.
Sunday school is on the first Sunday of the month for children
Ministry Area Office: 029 2280 5663 admin@penarthministryarea.com
Services: (every Sunday)
10:45am - Sung Eucharist
Midweek Service:
Wednesday 10am
The main Sunday service is quite formal but also relaxed, dignified and friendly. The liturgy is carefully planned with music that is inspiring and uplifting. The clergy aim to give challenging sermons that both educate and inspire.
Sunday school is on the first Sunday of the month for children
Holy Nativity
2 Plassey St, Penarth, CF64
Ministry Area Office: 029 2280 5663 admin@penarthministryarea.com
Services: (every sunday)
9:15am - Sung Eucharist
Ministry Area Office: 029 2280 5663 admin@penarthministryarea.com
Services: (every sunday)
9:15am - Sung Eucharist
St Dochdwy's
Llandough Hill, Llandough, CF64 2NA
Ministry Area Office: 029 2280 5663
admin@penarthministryarea.com
Services: (every Sunday)
9:15am - Sung Eucharist
2nd Thursday - 10:30am Midweek eucharist
1st Sunday - 4pm 'Sunday@4' - informal monthly service for all with children's tea, activities, songs, bible readings and discussions.
Ministry Area Office: 029 2280 5663
admin@penarthministryarea.com
Services: (every Sunday)
9:15am - Sung Eucharist
2nd Thursday - 10:30am Midweek eucharist
1st Sunday - 4pm 'Sunday@4' - informal monthly service for all with children's tea, activities, songs, bible readings and discussions.
St Peter's
Old Cogan, Sully Road, CF64 2TQ
Ministry Area Office: 029 2280 5663
admin@penarthministryarea.com
Services: (monthly 2nd Sunday)
3pm - Evening Prayer
Ministry Area Office: 029 2280 5663
admin@penarthministryarea.com
Services: (monthly 2nd Sunday)
3pm - Evening Prayer
Young People's Ministry
Children and young people are important to us. They are an integral and loved part of our church life and worship. We aim to encourage both them in their spiritual development and their parents or carers in the role they can play to support them.
Penarth Ministry Area has a strong and growing children’s and youth ministry and provides a wide variety of exciting opportunities for children and young people to enjoy.
P.E.A.S.
'Play Explorers in All Saints' - P.E.A.S. is a Sunday School for young people who are primary school age which meets every Sunday from 10am during the All Saints morning service.
PEAS meet in the 'Lesser Hall' on the grounds of All Saints Church. Parents are asked to drop children directly to the hall before the service starts.
Children are brought back to All Saints Church by the children and young people's team in time for communion at 11am.
For more information please contact the Ministry Area Office on 029 2280 5663, admin@penarthministryarea.com.
PEAS meet in the 'Lesser Hall' on the grounds of All Saints Church. Parents are asked to drop children directly to the hall before the service starts.
Children are brought back to All Saints Church by the children and young people's team in time for communion at 11am.
For more information please contact the Ministry Area Office on 029 2280 5663, admin@penarthministryarea.com.
POD
POD is the youth group for young people at All Saints Church who are secondary school age.
POD meets during the 10am service where Young People and leaders start initially on the Gallery inside All Saints Church, and then travel with leaders to the Youth Room on the grounds of All Saints church.
POD comes back to the service in time for communion at 11am.
For more information please contact the Ministry Area Office on 029 2280 5663, admin@penarthministryarea.com.
POD meets during the 10am service where Young People and leaders start initially on the Gallery inside All Saints Church, and then travel with leaders to the Youth Room on the grounds of All Saints church.
POD comes back to the service in time for communion at 11am.
For more information please contact the Ministry Area Office on 029 2280 5663, admin@penarthministryarea.com.
St Augustine's Sunday School
St Augustine's Church runs a monthly Sunday School for children during the 10:45am service. The Sunday School meets inside the church usually on the first Sunday of the month.
All children under 10 are welcome to join in with the simple, fun activities with a Bible theme, but please bring an adult with you.
The Sunday School is usually held on the first Sunday of the month.
For more information please contact the Ministry Area Office on 029 2280 5663, admin@penarthministryarea.com.
All children under 10 are welcome to join in with the simple, fun activities with a Bible theme, but please bring an adult with you.
The Sunday School is usually held on the first Sunday of the month.
For more information please contact the Ministry Area Office on 029 2280 5663, admin@penarthministryarea.com.
TOAST
TOAST is a free monthly space held at All Saints Church for parents/carers and little ones to come together for a relaxed breakfast and a space to play and hang out. TOAST meets once a month on Saturday mornings at 9am-10am on the Gallery inside All Saint's Church.
We have play and creative activities for children and a fantastic breakfast for all - cereals, fruit, pastries, muffins and the tasty bacon sandwiches. It's all free (though donations are welcome.)
TOAST is a great opportunity for families to connect and make friends in an environment that is relaxed and fun. We'd love you and your little ones to join us. TOAST is aimed at 0-4s, with older siblings welcome too.
For more information please contact the Ministry Area Office on 029 2280 5663, admin@penarthministryarea.com
We have play and creative activities for children and a fantastic breakfast for all - cereals, fruit, pastries, muffins and the tasty bacon sandwiches. It's all free (though donations are welcome.)
TOAST is a great opportunity for families to connect and make friends in an environment that is relaxed and fun. We'd love you and your little ones to join us. TOAST is aimed at 0-4s, with older siblings welcome too.
For more information please contact the Ministry Area Office on 029 2280 5663, admin@penarthministryarea.com
Tots, Tea & Toast
Tots, Tea & Toast is a term-time playgroup held in the St Augustine's Parish Hall on Albert Road, Penarth.
The playgroup usually runs in term-time on Thursday mornings between 9.30-11am.
Entry is by suggested donation of £2, and is suitable for children about 6 months to 3½ years.
For more information please contact the Ministry Area Office on 029 2280 5663, admin@penarthministryarea.com
The playgroup usually runs in term-time on Thursday mornings between 9.30-11am.
Entry is by suggested donation of £2, and is suitable for children about 6 months to 3½ years.
For more information please contact the Ministry Area Office on 029 2280 5663, admin@penarthministryarea.com
MInistry Area Calendar
Events
TOAST - a monthly space at All Saints Church for parents/carers and little ones to come together for a relaxed breakfast and space to play and hang out.
The Singing Morning is for anyone who enjoys singing. If you play an instrument, you’re welcome to bring it, but if possible please let us know in advance. Other than that, no need to book – just come along! Songs of all shapes and sizes Tea, coffee, cakes – All ages welcome If you have any queries, please speak to John Cheer (organist) or a member of the choir
A United Service at All Saints to welcome our new Curate Susanna Peppiatt. With refreshments afterwards on the Gallery.
Join us on the Gallery of All Saints Church on for a drop-in session. The kettle will be on and there will be a warm welcome so come along and give us a try. Whether you can sew, knit, crochet, do tapestry (beginner or advanced - help will be on hand if you need it) or if you just fancy a chat - you will be very welcome. Work on your own project or come and see some of the interesting new projects we have underway. Interested? Curious? Fancy a cuppa and a chat? Come along!
All Saints Penarth Community Cinema - screening 'Mr Burton' RATING - 12 Doors open at 7pm and film starts at 7.30pm. Price includes a glass of wine or soft drink on arrival, and snack themed to the film in the interval.
All Saints Penarth Community Cinema - screening 'The Penguin Lessons' RATING - 12a Doors open at 7pm and film starts at 7.30pm. Price includes a glass of wine or soft drink on arrival, and snack themed to the film in the interval.
All Saints Penarth Community Cinema - screening OCEAN Certificate - U Doors open at 7pm and film starts at 7.30pm. Price includes a glass of wine or soft drink on arrival, and snack themed to the film in the interval.
All Saints Penarth Community Cinema - screening 'The Penguin Lessons' RATING - 12a Doors open at 7pm and film starts at 7.30pm. Price includes a glass of wine or soft drink on arrival, and snack themed to the film in the interval.
OPEN CHURCH WEEKEND Sat 19th & Sun 20th July EVERYONE WELCOME ST PETER’S - Church open from 10.00am to 4.00pm. With Art Exhibition and cards on display. Free entry
OPEN CHURCH WEEKEND Sat 19th & Sun 20th July EVERYONE WELCOME ST PETER’S - Church open from 10.00am to 4.00pm. With Art Exhibition and cards on display. Free entry
OPEN CHURCH WEEKEND Sat 19th & Sun 20th July EVERYONE WELCOME ST AUGUSTINE’S Sat 2-4pm will have displays, talks, access to historical records plus bellringing demonstrations. Free entry. There will be a CELEBRITY ORGAN RECITAL with tea & cake 3pm on Sun 20th when organist Tom Bell will be performing a very special programme – tickets for this are £10 on the door.
OPEN CHURCH WEEKEND Sat 19th & Sun 20th July EVERYONE WELCOME ST AUGUSTINE’S CELEBRITY ORGAN RECITAL with tea & cake 3pm. Organist Tom Bell will be performing a very special programme 'The Best Experience' – tickets for this are £10 on the door.
All Saints Church presents 'Music at lunchtime'. A free concert featuring local musicians. This month features Jeffrey Howard on organ
All Saints Penarth Community Cinema - screening 'The Ballad of Wallis Island' RATING - 12a Doors open at 7pm and film starts at 7.30pm. Price includes a glass of wine or soft drink on arrival, and snack themed to the film in the interval.
All Saints Penarth COMMUNITY CINEMA presents: Summer Singalong! – The Sound of Music Doors open at 7pm and film starts at 7.30pm. Price includes a glass of wine or soft drink on arrival, and snack themed to the film in the interval.
All Saints Penarth Community Cinema - screening 'The Ballad of Wallis Island' RATING - 12a Doors open at 7pm and film starts at 7.30pm. Price includes a glass of wine or soft drink on arrival, and snack themed to the film in the interval.
All Saints Church presents 'Music at lunchtime'. A free concert featuring local musicians. This month features Myles Manders-Young on piano
An Open Day to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the end of WW2. We will be recreating a Victory Garden, have walks and talks about the war graves in the churchyard and have a concert of wartime songs and stories. Plus an exhibition in the church of memorabilia to do with life on the homefront during WW2.
Join us on the Gallery of All Saints Church on for a drop-in session. The kettle will be on and there will be a warm welcome so come along and give us a try. Whether you can sew, knit, crochet, do tapestry (beginner or advanced - help will be on hand if you need it) or if you just fancy a chat - you will be very welcome. Work on your own project or come and see some of the interesting new projects we have underway. Interested? Curious? Fancy a cuppa and a chat? Come along!
All Saints Church presents 'Music at lunchtime'. A free concert featuring local musicians. This month features the Emeralds. This band from Pontypridd play popular Irish, Welsh and Country songs, as well as classics from the Great American Songbook - and a little Rock 'n' Roll!
Everyone welcome to our Summer Celebration with music, stalls, games, food stands, tea coffee and cakes, plus free bouncy castle and dance demonstration. Free entry.
All Saints Penarth Community Cinema - screening Bridget Jones - Mad about the boy. Certificate - 15 Doors open at 7pm and film starts at 7.30pm. Price includes a glass of wine or soft drink on arrival, and snack themed to the film in the interval.
Join us for our monthly event, finding out more about church in an informal way. Everyone is welcome, adults & children, single or families. There will be songs, Bible stories, activities (to suit young and old) and a picnic tea to share. It's all free, so come along, bring your friends and family and find out what it's all about.
Please join us for one of our Easter Sunday celebration services
Join us as our 5 churches come together for a Palm Sunday celebration, remembering Jesus's joyous arrival in Jerusalem and the events leading up to his crucifixion. Please stay for coffee and fellowship afterwards.
All welcome for a simple soup lunch with a suggested donation of £5, all profits go to Christian Aid. There will also be a bookstall and cake stall. The lunch is provided on a rota basis by the churches of Penarth.
THIS IS STILL CURRENTLY GOING AHEAD, but please see Facebook for updates - https://www.facebook.com/penllanparish Come and see the magical display of Christmas Trees in St Augustine's Church.
Come and see the magical display of Christmas Trees in St Augustine's Church. Each year, we have about 50 Christmas trees in the church, decorated by local community groups, schools, businesses, charities, families or individuals. At the event, visitors come in to view the trees and then can vote on their favourite. There is a programme of music throughout. Profits go to the 3 nominated charities (75%) and Ministry Area funds (25%). Refreshments are in the Parish Hall at the same time as the Festival, with seasonal preserves and cakes also on sale. Plus Christmas decorations, wrapping paper,cards, gifts etc. Chosen Charities for 2024 RNLI - Penarth Branch The Multiple Sclerosis Society Water Aid
All welcome for a simple soup lunch with a suggested donation of £5, all profits go to Christian Aid. There will also be a bookstall and cake stall. The lunch is provided on a rota basis by the churches of Penarth.
Concerts
Harp Concert featuring Academi Telyn Cymru (Wales Harp Academy), Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama Harp Ensemble and soloist, Huw Boucher. A concert led by Kathryn Rees featuring a 15-harp ensemble from Academi Telyn Cymru (Wales Harp Academy), invited guests from Royal Welsh College of Muisc and Drama's harp department and soloist, Huw Boucher. Music will vary from Fauré and Saint-Säens to modern arrangements. Concert starts at 3.00pm. Tickets are £10 at the door (under-12's are free) and include refreshments.
MisaTango: Martín Palmeri Plus Music By Benjamin Britten Johannes Brahms Paul Mealor Mezzo Soprano Sîan Meinir Bandonean Julian Rowlands Ardwyn String Ensemble Ticket prices: £18 adult U18s Free
'The Best Experience' with Tom Bell Victorian organ whimsy inpsired by WT Best. A unique costumed quasi-steampunk concert. Tickets £10 on door to include tea & cake.
Featuring Duruflé's Requiem Tickets £20 / £10 student / £0 U16s
A delightful summer afternoon concert with Caritas Consort.
This spring will see Al Lewis, bilingual singer/songwriter from Wales, embark on a unique tour in partnership with Transport for Wales; visiting towns and cities all along Wales' stunning rail network. Door time: 7:00pm Start time: 7:30pm
Halls
All our Halls are available to hire for parties, one-off events or regular groups
St Augustine's Parish Hall
Situated on Albert Road, opposite Belle Vue Park, a short walk from St Augustine’s Church.
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Contact us
- Ministry Area Office, All Saints Church, Victoria Square, Penarth, CF64 3EH
- +44-029 2280 5663 - Ministry Area Office
- admin@penarthministryarea.com
- Mon-Fri 9am-12pm
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Vision and Strategy UPDATE 2025
Here are the slides from the Presentation made to the Ministry Area AVM on 31st March 2025
