MA Applied Catholic Theology - Webinar
Everything you need to know about the forthcoming MA in Applied Catholic Theology Course at St Mary's University's Scottish campus in Edinburgh.
- Testimonials from students
- Meet the course leaders
- How to access funding
- Q&A
Register at https://bit.ly/theologywebinar
The Archdiocese can confirm that SAAS funding is available from April for all Scottish students taking the MA in Applied Catholic Theology course 2024/25.
The course is offered by St Mary’s University in partnership with the Archdiocese at the Gillis Centre in Edinburgh.
To register/enquire visit https://www.stmarys.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate/applied-catholic-theology.
Synod: Spiritual Conversation
The Archdiocesan Synodal Team invites you to Spiritual Conversation, an event taking place at Ss John Cantius & Nicholas, Broxburn, on Saturday 4 May
- You can register for this event here.
- Read the event guide here.
Event schedule
1030: Holy Mass
1110: Synod 2024: Where are we now?
1125: Meet Fr John Deighan & the Synod team
1140: Spiritual conversation in groups
1240: Sharing the fruits (feedback)
1300: End
The conversation
The overall theme of our Spiritual Conversation will be The Role of the Laity in the Context of Our Archdiocese.
To help us explore this theme, we have formulated four questions, drawing on A Synodal Church in Mission, the synthesis document of the October 2023 Synod. We recommend downloading the event guide which has all the information you need.
Here are the questions:
(1) “In their immense variety, the charisms of the laity represent distinct gifts to the Church from the Holy Spirit that must be called forth, recognized, and fully appreciated” (from A Synodal Church in Mission). To what extent are we already doing this? How could we do it more effectively at parish and diocesan level?
(2) The Synthesis proposes an expansion of existing lay ministries (such as the ministries of lector and acolyte) as well as the creation of new ones (such as a ministry assigned to married couples to support marriage and family life, and a ministry of “listening and accompanying”). In the context of our Archdiocese, would this be an effective way of calling forth and recognizing the charisms of the laity?
(3) Are we doing enough to equip our lay people to be confident witnesses to Christ in today’s world? If not, what more could be done?
(4) The Synthesis proposes that the role of women in the Church be expanded, especially with regard to decision-making (although it does not open up the possibility of female priests). To what extent has this already happened in our Archdiocese? To what extent do we still have work to do?
The Format
In the first round of discussion, each person will have an initial two minutes in their group to offer their views on any of the above questions. That’s a short time, so we recommend you pick one question to focus on.
In any event, your two minutes will be more beneficial to those who are listening if you have an idea of what you want to say in advance. Therefore, prior to this event please prayerfully reflect on the questions. Then come along and speak from the heart!
When considering what you want to say, please remember that the scope of the Conversation is limited to our Archdiocese.
Prepare
The reading material in the event guide will to help you prepare.
So please take time ahead of the event for prayerful reading and reflection.
In this way, our Spiritual Conversation will be (a) as informed as possible and (b) infused with prayer.
Spiritual Conversation will be explained to you at the event, however you may wish to read about how it works here.
We look forward to seeing you!
Spiritual Conversation is a synodal event organised by the Archdiocese of St Andrews & Edinburgh. It takes place on Saturday 4 May 2024 at Ss John Cantius & Nicholas, 34 West Main Street, Broxburn. Register here. Event guide here.
This event will throw light on the background and efficacy of the prayers and practices in bringing us closer to God and helping us to live a life of holiness.
From the Holy Rosary, to Eucharistic Adoration, to the simple act of lighting a candle for a loved one, the Catholic tradition is rich in devotional practices.
The main speaker is Fr Kevin Douglas, who will speak on Devotions in the morning. We will also hear from Deacon Paul Brady of Glasgow Archdiocese.
Register here for this FREE event.
The event takes place on Saturday 27 April 2024 at The Gillis Centre, 100 Strathearn Road, Edinburgh, EH9 1BB (map below).
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SCHEDULE
Morning
10:30am: Doors open/ tea & coffee
11:00am: Unpacking Catholic Devotions, with Fr Kevin Douglas
11:45am: Choice of sessions led by Catechetical Commission members:
1. Delving into the Divine Mercy: origins and practice of this beautiful and increasingly popular devotion.
2. A Saint for all Seasons: exploring devotion to saints - and how to find the one for you.
12:30pm: Lunch (light lunch provided).*
Afternoon
1:15pm: Talk and Q&A session led by Deacon Paul Brady on Sacramentals: exploring why Catholics use candles, statues, prayer cards, holy medals, rituals and lots more.
2:00pm: There’s Something about Mary: exploring Marian devotion.
2:30pm: Guided devotional prayer in St Margaret’s Chapel: The Divine Mercy followed by a decade of the Rosary and Marian prayers.
3:00pm: End.
This a free event, open to all. There is free parking onsite.
*Free lunch provided (small sandwiches and fruit). If you have food allergies/intolerances please being a packed lunch.
Deeply Devoted is organised by the Catechetics Commission of the Archdiocese of St Andrews & Edinburgh. Queries: please email Christine Clark at chrissyclark77@aol.com
TALK: Sir James MacMillan at St Mary's Cathedral
Join Sir James MacMillan, one of the world’s most successful living composers and Scotland’s best known Catholic musician, for a unique talk hosted by Friends of St Mary's Cathedral.
Sir James will explore how chant, as the music of Faith, has influenced the history of music.
Sir James MacMillan: Chant, the music of Faith and its influence on the history of music is a rare opportunity to hear insights from the Cathedral's Patron of Music, and one of the world’s most acclaimed classical music composers.
The event is FREE. Register here: https://bit.ly/StMarysM
Euthanasia: A Warning from Canada
Alex Schadenberg is one of the world’s premier opponents of euthanasia and assisted suicide.
With Liam McArthur MSP planning to publish his proposed Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults (Scotland) Bill imminently, Alex will warn of the dangers of Scotland following the example of Canada in legalising assisted suicide and euthanasia.
This 30 minute free webinar is brought to you by Care Not Killing and the Archdiocese of St Andrews & Edinburgh. Register here.
The Passion in St John's Gospel (Webinar)
Join Monsignor Patrick Burke, from St Mary’s Cathedral, to meditate on the Passion of Christ as written in the Gospel of St John.
This Zoom event is at 6:00pm on Palm Sunday (24 March). Join us and start Holy Week in a spirit of reflection.
Register at here.
National Safeguarding Conference
The Scottish Catholic Safeguarding Standards Agency (SCSSA) hosts the National Safeguarding Conference on Saturday 16th November 2024. Details to follow. Save the date
Speaking Truth to Power: Dorothy Day, Christian Activist
Dorothy Day was an iconic twentieth-century Christian Activist in the fields of social justice, workers' rights, non-violence, agricultural reform and advancing the rights of the poor and marginalised.
This event (register here) is an opportunity to learn more about the work and legacy of Dorothy Day. Her grandaughter Martha will speak for 50 minutes and there will be opportunity for questions and discussion, followed by wine and cheese. Kate Hennessy, Martha Hennessy’s sister, will also attend.
Her book, Dorothy Day: The World Will Be Saved By Beauty: An Intimate Portrait of My Grandmother was the best spiritual writing of 2017 according to the Chicago Tribune. It won a Christopher Award.
Friday 22 March 2024 from 6:00pm – 7.30pm at Christ Church (Episcopal), 6a Morningside Road, Edinburgh EH10 4DD.
This is an external event organised by Christ Church Morningside & Glasgow Catholic Worker. All welcome.
Cardinal Winning Lecture 2024
The title of this year's Cardinal Winning Lecture is Catholic Schools: In an increasingly secular context, who are we and what is our role?
The speaker is Philip Robinson, Chief Inspector of Catholic Schools for England & Wales.
It takes place on Saturday 20 April 2024 from 11.15am -12.30pm at the Saltire Lecture Theatre 438AB, James McCune Smith Building, University Avenue, Glasgow.
Holy Mass will precede the lecture in the University Chapel at 9:30am.
Reserve your place: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/cardinalwinninglecture2024/1176577
Philip Robinson
Philip took up the post of Chief Inspector to the Catholic Schools Inspectorate in July of 2023.
Prior to that, and for the last ten years, he served as the Religious Education Adviser to the Catholic Education Service which acts on behalf of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of England and Wales to promote and sustain Catholic education in the 2,209 Catholic schools in that province. Before that he was the religious education adviser for the diocese of Hexham and Newcastle.
Prior to both advisory roles he was a teacher of religious education for fourteen years, including five years leading an ‘outstanding religious education department’. In addition to his professional commitments, Philip is also currently in the final year of his doctoral studies, focusing on the question of how Catholic religious education can remain authentically Catholic while still meeting the external societal and legal demands that are placed upon it.