Vocations Awareness Week (14-21 September) is a time to reflect on the ways God calls each of us to follow him.

In his national pastoral letter, Bishop John Keenan (above) reminds us that the cross—though challenging—is a sign of hope, love, and true joy.

Holy Hour

Pray for those considering the priesthood or religious life, that they may hear God’s call and respond with joyful hearts.

Come along to the Holy Hour for Vocations at St Mary's Cathedral, Edinburgh, on Wednesday, 17 September at 7:00pm. The Holy Hour will be led by Fr Nick Welsh, Vice Rector of the Scots College, Rome, and will conclude with Benediction at 8:00pm.

We pray especially for Deacon Matthew McCafferty, Gerard Holden and for an increase in vocations to the priesthood, as well as for priests across the Archdiocese who are giving their life in service of the Church.

Vocations for Women

We are hosting a retreat for young women who are interested in finding out more about the Religious Life.

It takes place from Friday 31 October to Sunday 2 November 2025 at the The Convent, 9 Upper Gray Street, Edinburgh EH9 1BB. To register please email Sister Mirjam Hugens, Director for Religious Vocations, at religiousvocations@staned.org.uk.

We also invite young women to explore God's call for them at a series of talks beginning in January 2026. Register now at religiousvocations@staned.org.uk.. Details in below image.

If you want to explore the priesthood, have a chat with the Archdiocesan Vocations Director Monsignor Patrick Burke on 01334 472 856 (vocations@staned.org.uk), or to speak about religious life contact Sister Mirjam Hugens, Director for Religious Vocations, on 0131 623 8902, (religiousvocations@staned.org.uk). More at:https://archedinburgh.org/vocations/