Archdiocese of

St. Andrews & Edinburgh

Archdiocese of

St. Andrews & Edinburgh

Acclaimed sculptor talks at Cathedral

Internationally acclaimed Canadian sculptor Timothy Schmalz will visit St Mary’s Cathedral in Edinburgh to speak about the inspiration behind his internationally recognised sculpture, Homeless Jesus. Schmalz, whose works can be […]

Homily: Funeral Mass of Canon Leo Glancy

My dear friends, A renewed word of warm welcome to Canon Leo’s brother James and family who join us today as we say goodbye to their beloved brother and offer […]

St Gabriel’s celebrates Diamond Jubilee!

Congratulations to everyone at St Gabriel’s Church in Prestonpans, which marked the 60th anniversary of the opening of its present church on Sunday. Archbishop Leo Cushley celebrated Mass with parish […]

What’s On in August

Here is a summary of events taking place in the Archdiocese and beyond. Browse the events below and click on the links for full details and booking information where required. […]

Call for care reform ahead of assisted suicide vote

Bishop John Keenan has welcomed Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s call for the serious gaps in palliative and social care to be addressed before the Westminster Parliament considers assisted suicide legislation.  […]

Reflection: Praying for political leaders

Archbishop Leo Cushley appeared on BBC Radio Scotland this morning (Wednesday 29 July) to reflect on the responsibility of leadership in government. Watch below or on YouTube. Full transcript at […]

Summer events update

Mass for World Day of Grandparents & the Elderly: This day is an opportunity to honour the presence of older people in our families, parishes, and communities. Bishop John Keenan […]

Gillis Centre sale update

Preparations continue for the sale of the Gillis Centre complex in Edinburgh following the announcement earlier this year that the site will be placed on the market.  Since then, work […]

Watch: Archbishop Leo on servant leadership

What does true Christian leadership look like today? Archbishop Cushley reveals how leadership rooted in Christ’s example can renew the Church and inspire a new generation of faithful disciples in […]