Bishops' Christmas messages

Bishop of Bangor and Archbishop of Wales

The Bishop of Bangor and Archbishop of Wales, Andrew John, reflects on the challenges we face in Wales, with the cost of living crisis, and the ongoing tragedy unfolding in Gaza after the October 7 terrorist attack on Israel.
Bishop of St Asaph

The Bishop of St Asaph, Gregory Cameron, says the birth of Jesus demonstrates God’s total commitment to humanity. The Christmas story is more than just “a nice story” - “It radically alters reality”, he says.
Bishop of Monmouth

Bishop Cherry Vann reflects how it is through everyday human experience that we catch a glimpse of God’s power and glory.
Bishop of Swansea and Brecon

The Bishop of Swansea and Brecon, John Lomas, says that, now more than ever, the world needs to hear that we are loved and wonderfully made.
Bishop of Llandaff

The Christmas story offers us a framework of hope that can liberate us from fear and anxiety, says Bishop Mary Stallard.
Bishop of St Davids

Through Christ there can be peace on earth, says the Bishop of St Davids, Dorrien Davies.
Bishops' Christmas Appeal

The Church in Wales bishops are urging congregations to support a Christmas Appeal to help those affected by the war in the Holy Land.
The Appeal, launched by the charity Friends of the Holy Land, is raising money to support Christian projects and humanitarian aid in Gaza, Israel, the West Bank and East Jerusalem.