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Open Door Coffee Morning
Open Door Coffee Morning
Join us for tea, coffee and chat in Nolton Hall. All are welcome.
Ministry Area Joint Service of Holy Communion - And AVM
Join us as we come together as a church family from across the ministry area.
Côr Tadau Trisant
The Penybont ar Ogwr Ministry Area Presents:
Côr Tadau Trisant
With Llangewydd Junior School Choir
Tickets are £10 and include a glass of wine.
Raising funds for The Sir Gareth Edwards Cancer Trust and the church.
Buy your tickets here:
Please note: Refunds are not available within one week (7 days) of the concert date.
24 Hours of Prayer & Praise
24 Hours of Prayer
Join us as we host a Ministry Area 24 hours of prayer in St. Illtyd’s, Newcastle
Come for as much or as little as you like, stay for as long as you want, show up any time and leave at any point, but do join with us in worshipping God and devoting ourselves to him through prayer.
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There are two car parks near to the church and on street parking.
Please be mindful of our neighbours when parking for this event
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Yes! While St. Illtyd’s doesn’t have toilets, we will be hiring event toilets for the 24 hours to make sure there are facilities throughout the event.
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We will have drinks and a small supply of snacks (think biscuits and cake) throughout the 24 hours, but no meals will be provided. If you’re thinking of staying for a long time do bring a packed lunch/dinner!
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We are looking for volunteers to lead our hours of prayer and to support as hosts. Do get in touch with us if you can help on hello@penybont-churches.org.uk
The church will be open throughout the 24 hours with hosts there throughout keeping everyone topped up with refreshments (and safe during the night time hours). They will be on hand to welcome you in and explain what’s happening when you arrive.
Every hour there will be something different happening with the full schedule soon to be available so that you can time your visit to join in with the sessions you’re most interested in.
There will also be prayer stations around the church, so any time you come along you have the option to join in the led session, use the interactive stations to guide your prayers, or enjoy the atmosphere of the church to guide your own personal prayers.
You’re invited.
The 24 hour schedule
All the information below is subject to change and will be updated as more slots are confirmed.
Saturday 13th June, 11am
Holy Communion
A welcoming celebration of Holy Communion - led by Bishop Mary
12pm
Led Prayer Stations
Join us for a series of prayers around St Illtyd’s
1pm
Songwriting Session
Join in writing our own prayerful song - led by Dan
2pm
Sunday School
Prayerful activity for the younger generation - led by Sue & Alexis
3pm
Primary School Bangers
Revisit the songs of worship you may remember from Sunday School - led by Bethan
4pm
Praying the Lord's Prayer
Explore worship through The Lord’s Prayer - led by Claire & Tony
5pm
Sung arrangements of Prayers
Experience prayer accompanied by beautiful music - led by Stephen, Jo and Colin
6pm
Listening Prayer
Talk to God and in silence listen to his responses - led by Jess & Penny
7pm
Taize
Meditative prayer involving incredibly moving musical chants, silence and candles - led by Richard and choir
8pm
Compline
Join the traditional quiet and meditative night prayer - led by Huw
9pm
Healing Service
Join in a form of prayer that invites divine healing and wholeness - led by Val
10pm
Central Praise
Join a session of contemporary praise and worship through music and word - led by Jess
11pm
Led Prayer for Bridgend
Join in praying for the whole community of Bridgend - led by Jess or Mark
Sunday, 12am
Night Worship
As quiet of night comes upon us we offer our Praise - led by Mark
1am
Communion
Join a quiet and intimate celebration of the Holy Communion - led by Mark
2am
Quiet Prayer in the Choir Stalls
Share a time of quiet and contemplative prayer
3am
Music for Prayer
Pray with the background of live music - led by Colin and Jo
4.30am - 5.15am
Sunrise Service
Join in the celebration of new light, of a new beginning - led by Mandy and Jenny
5.15am
Music for Prayer
Pray with the background of live music - led by Colin and Jo
6am
Prime/Lauds
Join in this traditional Praise of God at daybreak - led by Huw
7am
Prayer for the Churches
Join a time of prayer and praise for all of the Churches - led by Jess or Mark
8am
Morning Prayer
Join a traditional service of morning prayer with traditional hymns - led by St Teilo’s
9am
Walk in Castle Grounds
Join a time of walk and inspirational contemplation in the castle grounds - led by Mark
10am
Holy Communion
An uplifting celebration of the Holy Communion to end our gathering - led by Arch Deacon Anne-Marie
Open Door Coffee Morning
Open Door Coffee Morning
Join us for tea, coffee and chat in Nolton Hall. All are welcome.
Open Door Coffee Morning
Open Door Coffee Morning
Join us for tea, coffee and chat in Nolton Hall. All are welcome.
Open Door Coffee Morning
Open Door Coffee Morning
Join us for tea, coffee and chat in Nolton Hall. All are welcome.
Central Prayer
Monthly Central Joint Prayer Meeting
For all congregations across the ministry area, this monthly prayer meeting is an opportunity to come together to pray for ourselves, each other, our churches, Bridgend and the world. This prayer meeting will happen on the first Tuesday of every month.
7:30pm - arrive and meet for refreshments
8:00pm - begin our time of guided prayer
9:00pm - finish
See you there.
Holy Saturday, Ministry Area Service of Light
Holy Saturday, Ministry Area Service of Light
A special service to mark Easter, as the Exodus from Egypt is remembered and seen through Jesus’ victory over sin and death. At this dramatic service, the Easter fire is lit, and paschal candles are blessed.
Ministry Area Joint Service: Palm Sunday
Join us as we come together as a church family from across the ministry area.
Open Door Coffee Morning
Open Door Coffee Morning
Join us for tea, coffee and chat in Nolton Hall. All are welcome.
World Day of Prayer
World Day of Prayer
World Day of Prayer is a global ecumenical movement led by Christian women who welcome you to join in prayer and action for peace and justice.
The Programme for this year was written by the World Day of Prayer Committee of the Cook Islands.
Our sisters from the Cook Islands have spent the last few years deepening into the theme: “I Made You Wonderful,” based on Psalm 139:1-18. The 2025 program invites us into the knowledge that each one of us was made with care and love by God.
You can learn more by clicking the button below.
Representatives from each of the churches will be taking part, led by Val. Turner.
Open Door Coffee Morning
Open Door Coffee Morning
Join us for tea, coffee and chat in Nolton Hall. All are welcome.