World Day of Prayer for Vocations
World Day of Prayer for Vocations to the priesthood and religious life is this weekend. This day invites us to give thanks for the priests who faithfully serve our Archdiocese, […]
Announcement: The Gillis Centre complex
Following a process of review, the full Gillis Centre complex is to be placed on the market for sale. The site at 100 Strathearn Road, Edinburgh, has served as the […]
Lourdes: ‘A super abundance of Grace’
Archbishop Cushley highlighted the ‘generosity of spirit’ of pilgrims at a joy-filled Mass in The Basilica of Saint Pius X in Lourdes. More than 3,000 people gathered for Mass as […]
Thousands raised for Mercy Centre in Edinburgh
Parishioners across the Archdiocese have helped raise £31,500 for the Mercy Centre in Edinburgh. The money was donated in a special collection in parishes, as well as online, for Word […]
Easter: ‘Joy in discipleship of the Risen Lord!’
Homily of Archbishop Leo Cushley from the Easter Vigil tonight (Saturday 4 April) at St Mary’s Metropolitan Cathedral, Edinburgh. “My dear friends, a very happy Easter to you all! Our readings […]
Chrism Mass: called to be servant leaders
Here is the homily of Archbishop Leo Cushley from last night’s Chrism Mass (31 March) at St Mary’s Metropolitan Cathedral, Edinburgh. The Chrism Mass is the annual liturgy in which […]
Archbishop visits Victoria Hospital in Kirkcaldy
Archbishop Cushley has praised the “care, dedication and professionalism” of staff following a visit to Victoria Hospital in Kirkcaldy. He said: “Hospital chaplaincy plays a vital role in supporting patients, […]
Events update
Chrism Mass The Mass of Chrism is a powerful moment in the life of the Church, where priests renew their promises and the oils used in the sacraments are blessed. […]
Bishops release briefing pack for Scottish Election
The Bishops’ Conference of Scotland has published an Election Briefing Pack ahead of the 2026 Scottish Parliament election. View it here. This comprehensive resource aims to guide Catholics in Scotland to […]
MSPs to vote on Assisted Suicide this Tuesday
MSPs face a binary choice on assisted dying: a new autonomy for some or protecting thousands of vulnerable and fearful Scots, writes Bishop John Keenan. On Tuesday they will cast […]