Canon Matthew Jones (Parish Priest and President)
Father Andy Bord (Assistant Priest)
Rev Christian Mahoney (Deacon)
Hadar Abdulahad ( St Brigid’s)
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I have been a family doctor for the 20 years. My family roots are in the Middle East, thus I understand and speak fluent Arabic. I am a Chaldean Catholic, a church that was established by St Thomas himself. This church still prays in the Aramaic language!
I enjoy communicating with people, establishing new friendships all the time. I am approachable and a good listener.
Ceri Facey-Davies (St Brigid’s)
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I am married with two sons, and our family is actively involved in parish life at St Brigid’s. I serve as a First Holy Communion catechist and have also worked with RCIA candidates, having myself been baptised into the Church as an adult in 2013. I am currently involved in setting up a Children’s Liturgy group at St Brigid’s, supporting the faith formation of children and helping families engage more fully in the life of the parish.
Celia Gleeson (Christ the King)
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I attend all of the 3 churches, mainly Christ the King and St Brigid’s but also sometimes St Paul’s on weekdays. I am a retired senior social worker. Having been involved in confirmation classes, RCIA, children’s liturgy and Cytun Churches Together in Wales in my previous parish, since moving to the 3 Churches I volunteer with the Bereavement Support Group and confirmation classes. I am also a volunteer with Safe Families Wales.
Pedro Mariblanca (St Paul’s)
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My family and I moved to Cardiff 2 years ago. We are from Spain. I have been involved in catechesis for confirmation during the last 2 years. I am willing to bring others the chance to experience the grace of God.
Kieran O’Brien (St Brigid’s)
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Previous church experience includes Chair of St Peter’s Pastoral Advisory Council, RCIA and confirmation catechist, head of CAFOD Wales, trainer and consultant for Catholic Church leadership on a range of issues including parish outreach, motivation and engagement strategies. I also hold specialisms in Catholic Social Teaching, listening approaches (Synodal ways of thinking) as well as communication expertise within a Christian context. I am passionate about spiritual development and human flourishing, especially with adult groups.
Carmel O’Grady (Christ the King)
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I was a member of St Paul’s congregation from the 1980s, until moving to Llanishen and with my children and attending Christ the King church in the 2000s. I was a eucharistic minister at St Paul’s evening Mass and was baptised and married in St Alban’s in Splott, having attend St Alban’s school followed by Heathfield House. I am in my late 50s and happy to give back to the community. I currently work full time for the Welsh Government within Digital Data and Technology working on business change and stakeholder management. I believe I have a wealth of skills to offer.
Cath Power (St Paul’s, Secretary to the PAC)
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As a committed Catholic, I attend weekly Mass at St Paul’s and serve as a Eucharistic Minister and on the Sacristy rota. I contribute to the Archdiocese as a Schools Inspector and Foundation Governor at Mary Immaculate High School. With 25 years as Headteacher of St Philip Evans, I bring experience of developing effective teams, safeguarding, finance, buildings, site management, and collaborative working. I have strong communication and organisational skills and would be honoured to contribute actively to our parish mission through prayerful commitment, outreach, and practical support rooted in faith and experience.
Sheila Roberts (Christ the King)
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My husband and I have been parishioners for over 30 years. I have 2 daughters and 3 grandchildren. I am a retired primary school teacher; for the last 8 years of my career deputy head at St Mary’s primary school.
Retirement has enabled me to take a more active role in the parish. Previously I was a First Holy Communion catechist. I belong to the Ministry of Welcome team, the church cleaning team and the rota for Tuesday morning Mass. I also volunteer at the 3 Churches Free Food Market and the weekly Welcome Space. I believe my experience will enable me to make a positive contribution to the new Council.
Raymond Sherry (St Brigid’s, Chair of the PAC)
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Regular church attendee at St Brigid’s. I help out with offertory collections and attend the occasional social event. I used to be involved with the youth club. I am currently living outside the parish but hoping to return in 2026. I have a long and distinguished career in technology and business; I run a company called “Zyno’ to help young people upskill; and I work as a technology leader at Natural Resources Wales.
Karen Sylvester (St Paul’s, coopted member)
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I predominantly attend mass at St Paul’s with my wider family who have supported the Church with regards to altar serving, finance, maintenance and children’s liturgy. I enjoy working with people with my main interest in being in helping bring the three Churches together and support them in growing our community.
Elizabeth Taylor (Christ the King, Vice-Chair of the PAC)
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I have been a parishioner of Christ the King since 1978 and my husband, daughters and their families all belong to the parish. I am a retired Welsh Government Senior Civil Servant.
For the last 3 years I have chaired the Christ the King Parish Advisory Council and, in that capacity, have attended meetings of the Diocesan and Deanery Pastoral Councils. I am a member of the music ministry (singer) at Christ the King, look after the sacristy and serve on the altar at weekday Masses. For the 3 Churches I convene the bereavement support group and belong to the liturgy group.
Russ Wigley (St Paul’s)
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I am married with two children, both of whom attended Corpus Christi HS. I regularly attend Mass at the Three Churches and have previously served as a Eucharistic minister and helped with the confirmation programme.
I recently retired after 25 years as a police officer and now work for Cardiff Council in a children’s residential care home.
I am looking forward to this new role and helping our community in any way I can.