Welcome to the Penarth Ministry Area.
At the Penarth Ministry Area, we believe that every person is made in the image of God and is deeply loved. Whether you're exploring faith, returning to church, or looking for a spiritual home, you are welcome here - fully, wholeheartedly, and without exception.
Our five churches across Penarth and Llandough are communities where people of all ages, backgrounds, identities, and life stories can belong. We celebrate diversity as a gift, and we seek to follow Jesus' example of radical hospitality, compassion, and justice.
Here you'll find:
- Worship that is thoughtful, prayerful, and rooted in the Anglican tradition
- Spaces where questions are encouraged and faith can grow
- A commitment to inclusion, dignity, and safety for all
- A community that cares for one another and for our wider world
Whoever you are, whatever your story, and wherever you are on the journey of faith - you have a place with us.
We look forward to welcoming you.
FAQ's
When you arrive for a service you'll be greeted by one of our welcome team. They will help you find a seat if you're not sure where to go or what to do.
Generally in our services there are times of singing, listening to bible readings, words that we all join in saying, and other prayers to listen to, a talk (thats usually about the bible reading) and often we'll share communion together (like the meal of bread and wine that Jesus shared with his disciples)
There are different service times in each of the different churches. Check here for the service times for each different location across the Ministry Area.
Generally we (try to!) start our services at the time advertised, so arriving 5-10 mins before is usually ideal - giving you plenty time to find a seat and get settled. Some of our churches tend towards a quiet prayerful atmosphere before the service, as people prepare themselves for worship - but in other places there is happy hubbub as people catch up and chat before the service.
At St Peter's, and St Dochdwy's churches there are small car parks opposite the church building where you're welcome to park. At All Saints, Holy Nativity, and St Augustine's churches there is on street parking only.
Some people like to dress smartly when they come to church, and others simply prefer to wear what they are most comfortable in. In all of our churches you'll be welcomed whatever you're wearing.
No. Come as you are, you don't need to bring anything special - except of course yourself.
Yes, that's absolutely fine. Plenty of people come on their own, while others come with family or friends. If you want to meet other people and chat there'll be plenty of folk around who'd love to do just that, but equally if you'd rather keep a bit of space for yourself people will respect that too.
No - we're all on a journey of growth and learning. Don't worry about getting it all 'right' straight away, you'll be guided through the service by the leader, and everything else you'll be able to pick up quickly. There's space for us all in the gathering of God's people!