New Dawn Conference

Experience the richness of the Catholic Faith at the New Dawn Day in Edinburgh!

It takes place on Saturday 14 June 2025 at Ss Ninian & Triduana, 232 Marionville Road, Edinburgh, EH 7 6BE.

The day begins with Mass at 10:30am, followed by testimonies, workshops, healing prayers and more.

Speakers are Fr James Anyaegbu and Gary Stephen. See the below video for more information, or watch on YouTube.

Schedule

10.00am: Registration

10.30am: Holy Mass - Theme - Mary the Spouse of the Holy Spirit

11.15am: Praise & Worship - Introductions

11.45am: Testimony - Michael MacPhee (video)

12.00am: Talk 1 Holy Spirit – Gary Stephens

12.45pm: Lunch - (Hall)

1.30pm: Praise & Worship

2.00pm Talk 2 Evangelise the Culture – Fr James Anyaegbu

2.45pm: Workshops - (Hall & Church)

3.30pm: Break - Tea & Coffee - (Hall)

3.45pm: Prayer Ministry

4.15pm: Exposition - Rosary - Confessions

5.00pm: Break for evening meal (local eateries)

5.30pm: Parish Vigil Mass

6.45pm: Praise & Worship

7.10pm: Testimony - Stuart Young

7.20pm: Healing Service

9.00pm: Closing prayers

Children & Youth Ministries – Information at Reception. Event organised by New Dawn Scotland.

Jubilee Year Picnic for families

Join families from across the Archdiocese for a Jubilee Year picnic on Saturday 28 June, 11:00am – 4:00pm at The Gillis Centre, 100 Strathearn Road, Edinburgh, EH9 1BB.

There will be spiritual talks on the theme of Hope and talks and games for children.

Includes Rosary at The Grotto and concludes with Holy Mass in St Margaret's Chapel.

At 4:00pm there is the chance to walk to the Jubilee Cross at St Mary's Cathedral (optional). Register at bit.ly/archpicnic

Event organised by the Marriage & Families Commission of the Archdiocese of St Andrews & Edinburgh. Childcare provided. Free parking onsite. Questions? Please email VEmarriage@staned.org.uk

Morning for RCIA leaders

All who lead or assist with RCIA are invited by the Catechetics Commission for a morning workshop.

t takes place on Saturday 31 May from 9:30am – 12:00pm at The Gillis Centre, 100 Strathearn Road, EH9 1BB.

The day will begin with Mass, include a time of discussion and sharing, and end with a brief consideration on mystagogy.

The aim is for the Catechetics Commission to learn about your experiences in your parishes, and to think together about best practices.

Event organised by the Catechetics Commission of The Archdiocese of St Andrews & Edinburgh. Questions? Email srmiriam.ruth@staned.org.uk

Beyond Consent

Alicia Duncan will talk about her mother Donna, who died by assisted suicide in Canada in 2023.

Her experience shows how safeguards that seem robust can fail in practice.

Her mother’s death is a cautionary tale of safeguarding gone wrong.

Presented by Care Not Killing, Beyond Consent: Rethinking Assisted Suicide Through a Family's Eyes, will see Alicia will be in conversation with Dr Gillian Wright, a former palliative care doctor, on Thursday 24 April at 6:00pm.

This event is organised by Care not Killing.

Pathways to Pentecost - A Retreat in Daily Life

Explore the profound presence of God in every aspect of your life.

From the bustling city streets in the quiet moments of solitude.

Through prayer, meditation and reflection, uncover the sacredness within the ordinary and deepen your connection to the Divine.

Pray daily, meet weekly. Register here. To find out more please email Fr David Stewart SJ at ejcretreats@jesuit.org.uk

Opening Session
Sunday 4 May, 5.15pm at Edinburgh Jesuit Church, Lauriston Street, Edinburgh.

Closing Session
Sunday 1 June, 5.15pm, Edinburgh Jesuit Church, Lauriston Street, Edinburgh.

Hosted by the Edinburgh Jesuit Centre. FAQs below.

What is a retreat in daily life?
A retreat in daily life is time set aside over a number of weeks for prayer and reflection which is designed to fit alongside you usual work and home routine.

Who is a retreat for?
A retreat is for any Christian who wishes to deepen their prayer and know better Jesus Christ and the action of God in their lives. All you need is an openness to the experience and method of the retreat and generosity in setting aside the time needed each day for prayer for the duration of the retreat.

How long does the retreat last?
We offer retreats in daily life of different lengths - from three weeks to six weeks or more.

What do I have to do?
The commitment for the retreat in daily life is . . .

to set aside 20-30 minutes each day for prayer
to meet once a week and at the start of the retreat with your prayer guide
to come to the opening and closing sessions of the retreat

Prayer
You do not have to be an expert in prayer, or very confident about prayer, or already know how to meditate to do a retreat. Your prayer guide will help you understand how to pray better and will suggest material to pray with. What they suggest will be tailored to you, your own experience and circumstances.

Prayer Guides
It is important to have someone who is trained and experienced accompany you through your retreat. Your prayer guide will provide material for your prayer and meditation. What you discuss with them remains confidential.

Workshops
We offer workshops alongside the retreat. These focus on different methods of prayer and may be especially helpful if you are not particularly sure about how to pray or meditate in the Christian tradition or want to try new ways of praying. The workshops are optional and not necessary to do the retreat in daily life well.

How much does it cost?
We do not charge for the retreat in daily life. However, we do incur costs and so welcome a donation if you are able to make one.

Pro-Life Chain

The annual SPUC Pro-Life Chain takes place on Lothian Road, Edinburgh, from 11:00am to 1:00pm on Saturday 26 April.

It's a chance to remember the 11 million lives cruelly cut short, since the Abortion Act came into effect in 1968.

Event organised by the Society for the Protection of Unborn Children.

Pro-life Rosary

This prayerful event marks the anniversary of the implementation of the Abortion Act in April, 1968. We'll remember all unborn children, mothers and families affected by abortion. We'll pray our society will bring about the day when no child is unwanted, no woman unloved and the pressures which lead abortion no longer exist.

Children’s Liturgy Leader Workshop NEW DATE!

Join the Catechetics Commission for the second Children’s Liturgy Leader Workshop.

The day will begin with Mass, and include feedback from our previous meeting in February, a presentation on music & art, and a time for discussion.

It takes place on Saturday 17 May, 9:30am – 12:30pm at The Gillis Centre, 100 Strathearn Road, EH9 1BB. Register here.

Original date of Saturday 26 April postponed. Organised by the Catechetics Commission of The Archdiocese of St Andrews & Edinburgh. Questions? Email srmiriam.ruth@staned.org.uk

The Mass: A Window to Heaven

A six-week course to help deepen our understanding of the Mass, using the series from Bishop Robert Barron called The Mass.

These sessions, which are open to all, are free and a great way to learn more about the celebration central to our faith.

They take place at St Andrew’s Rooms at St Andrew’s Church, 77 Belford Road, Edinburgh, EH4 3DS.

There is Eucharistic Adoration & Confessions from 5:00pm and Mass at 6:00pm (both optional). Sessions include a short video and group discussion.

Sessions begin after Mass (around 6:30pm). Refreshments served.

Please register your interest by e-mailing cathedralhouse@stmaryscathedral.co.uk.

6:30pm | Wed 30 Apr: A Privileged Encounter

6:30pm | Wed 07 May: Called out of the World

6:30pm | Wed 14 May: God speaks our Story

6:30pm | Wed 21 May: Responding to God

6:30pm | Wed 28 May: Preparing for Sacrifice

6:30pm | Wed 04 June: The Real Presence creates Communion