Penarth Ministry Area

Loving God, Loving people, Loving Penarth

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 
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.

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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Holy Nativity

Every Sunday 9.15am Sung Eucharist 1st Tuesday of the month 10.30am Midweek Eucharist

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St Augustine's

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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St Dochdwy's

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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St Peter's, Old Cogan

2nd Sunday of each month 3pm Said Evensong

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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)
Holy Nativity
2 Plassey St, Penarth, CF64
Ministry Area Office: 029 2280 5663 admin@penarthministryarea.com

Services: (every sunday)
9:15am - Said Eucharist

1st Tuesday of month -
10:30am - Eucharist
St Augustine's
Church Place South, CF64 1BA
Ministry Area Office: 029 2280 5663 admin@penarthministryarea.com

Services: (every Sunday)
10:45am - Sung Eucharist 

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.
(with sunday school on the first Sunday of the month for children)

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.  
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

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.
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.
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.
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
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 
  • £8
  •  22/01/2025 07:30 PM - 22/01/2025 09:30 PM
  •   All Saints Church, Penarth

All Saints Penarth Community Cinema - screening 'The Critic'. 'Academy Award Nominee Sir Ian McKellen stars as a powerful London theatre critic who lures a struggling actress into a blackmail scheme with deadly consequences. A suspenseful thriller co-starring Gemma Arterton, Mark Strong and Lesley Manville. Set against the backdrop of pre-war London in the 1930s, "The Critic" is a captivating exploration of power dynamics, ambition, and the harsh realities of societal intolerance. Sir Ian McKellen delivers a masterful performance as the titular critic, a manipulative figure whose sharp tongue and keen insights mask a darker agenda. His character is both compelling and repulsive, drawing viewers into a world where his approval can make or break careers.' Rating 15

  • £8
  •  23/01/2025 07:30 PM - 23/01/2025 09:30 PM
  •   All Saints Church, Penarth

All Saints Penarth Community Cinema - screening 'The Critic'. 'Academy Award Nominee Sir Ian McKellen stars as a powerful London theatre critic who lures a struggling actress into a blackmail scheme with deadly consequences. A suspenseful thriller co-starring Gemma Arterton, Mark Strong and Lesley Manville. Set against the backdrop of pre-war London in the 1930s, "The Critic" is a captivating exploration of power dynamics, ambition, and the harsh realities of societal intolerance. Sir Ian McKellen delivers a masterful performance as the titular critic, a manipulative figure whose sharp tongue and keen insights mask a darker agenda. His character is both compelling and repulsive, drawing viewers into a world where his approval can make or break careers.' Rating 15

  •  02/02/2025 04:00 PM
  •   St Dochdwy's Church, Penlan Rd, Llandough, Penarth, CF64 2NA

Our new informal service at St Dochdwy’s for anyone (adults or children) who doesn’t currently go to church but wants to discover more about it. We'll have songs, activities, a Bible reading and share a picnic tea. This month's theme is Love. Please come along - it's all free and we'd love to see you.

  • £8
  •  21/01/2025 07:30 PM - 21/01/2025 09:30 PM
  •   All Saints Church, Penarth

All Saints Penarth Community Cinema - screening 'The Critic'. 'Academy Award Nominee Sir Ian McKellen stars as a powerful London theatre critic who lures a struggling actress into a blackmail scheme with deadly consequences. A suspenseful thriller co-starring Gemma Arterton, Mark Strong and Lesley Manville. Set against the backdrop of pre-war London in the 1930s, "The Critic" is a captivating exploration of power dynamics, ambition, and the harsh realities of societal intolerance. Sir Ian McKellen delivers a masterful performance as the titular critic, a manipulative figure whose sharp tongue and keen insights mask a darker agenda. His character is both compelling and repulsive, drawing viewers into a world where his approval can make or break careers.' Rating 15

  •  20/01/2025 01:00 PM
  •   All Saints Church, Penarth

All Saints Church presents 'Music at lunchtime'. A free concert featuring local musicians. This month will feature Pedwar Bones, a trombone quartet. Music will be a mix of clasical and contemporary.

  •  19/01/2025 10:00 AM
  •   St Augustine's Church, Church Place South, Penarth, CF64 1BA

We are delighted that Bishop Mary Stallard will preside over our service of Confirmation. Everyone is welcome, both Ministry Area members and all family and friends of the candidates, as we celebrate this step of faith. There will be refreshments afterwards in Parish Hall on Albert Road.

  •  07/01/2025 01:30 PM - 27/08/2024 03:30 PM
  •   All Saints Church, Penarth

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!

  •  05/01/2025 04:00 PM - 13/10/2024 05:30 PM
  •   St Dochdwy's Church, Penlan Rd, Llandough, Penarth, CF64 2NA

Our new informal service at St Dochdwy’s for anyone (adults or children) who doesn’t currently go to church but wants to discover more about it. We'll have songs, activities, a Bible reading and share a picnic tea. This month's theme is New Year's Resolutions. Please come along - it's all free and we'd love to see you.

  •  04/01/2025 09:00 AM
  •   All Saints Church, Penarth

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.

  •  07/12/2024 11:00 PM - 07/12/2024 05:00 PM
  •   St Augustine's Church, Church Place South, Penarth, CF64 1BA

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.

  •  06/12/2024 06:00 PM - 06/12/2024 09:00 PM
  •   St Augustine's Church, Church Place South, Penarth, CF64 1BA

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

  •  04/10/2024 12:00 PM - 04/10/2024 01:30 PM
  •   Stanwell Baptist Church Hall, Victoria Road, Penarth, CF64 3EG

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.

  • £8
  •  17/09/2024 07:30 PM
  •   All Saints Church, Penarth

All Saints Penarth Community Cinema - screening 'The Hundred Foot Journey'. 'All was going well in the peaceful French village with Madame Mallory the proprietor of the Sauce Pleureur the Michelin Star restaurant until an Indian family open Maison Mumbai just across the street...a war of sabotage with complaints to the Mayor and anyone else who will listen. Oh its funny - Helen Mirren is superbly pompous as Mde Mallory and there's some cookery lessons thrown in for free just from watching the film. Helen Mirren was nominated for a Golden Globe for her performance. Certificate PG.

  •  16/09/2024 01:00 PM
  •   All Saints Church, Penarth

All Saints Church presents 'Music at lunchtime'. Marc Elton will be playing baroque Viola and Violin from 1pm.

  • £6
  •  18/08/2024 03:00 PM - 18/08/2024 05:00 PM
  •   All Saints Church, Penarth

Join us for a delicious cream tea on the Gallery at All Saints. Tickets include a scone with jam and cream, tea or coffee and live musical entertainment. There will be cakes available to purchase and a raffle. All proceeds to Penarth Ministry Area funds.

  • Ministry Area Office, All Saints Church, Victoria Square, Penarth, CF64 3EH
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