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SUMMARY:Walking the Way
DESCRIPTION:Walk in the footsteps of medieval pilgrims by experiencing the Fife Pilgrim Way. \nWalking the Way is a chance to enjoy days of reflection in Highland Perthshire and the Fife Countryside with Deacon Pat Carrigan.<\n\nThe mini-caminos take place each Saturday\, beginning on Saturday 22 August with a route looping the River Tay at Birnam (Dunkeld) and The Hermitage with a 4:00pm Vigil Mass available at St Columba's in Birnam.\n\nTo find out more details and to register your interest please contact Deacon Pat at columbasway@gmail.com\n\n\nSaturday 22 August\nRiver Tay and Hermitage loop from Birnam.\n\nSaturday 29 August\nFife Pilgrim Way Stage 1 – Culross (St Mungo’s Chapel) to the Shrine of St Margaret Dunfermline.\n\nSaturday 05 September\nFife Pilgrim Way Stage 2 – St Margaret‘s Dunfermline to St Joseph’s\, Kelty.\n\nSaturday 12 September\nFife Pilgrim Way Stage 3 – Lochore Meadows Country Park to St Mary‘s Leslie.\n\nSaturday 19 September\nFife Pilgrim Way Stage 4 – St Mary‘s Leslie to St Giles\, Kennoway.\n\nSaturday 26 September\nFife Pilgrim Way Stage 5 – St Giles\, Kennoway to Ceres Church of Scotland.\n\nSaturday 3 October\nFife Pilgrim Way – Stage 6 – Ceres to Cathedral ruins and St James\, St Andrews.\n\nEvent organised by Deacon Pat Carrigan
URL:https://archedinburgh.org/event/walking-the-way/2026-10-03/
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SUMMARY:Poverty in Scotland: Can we do more?
DESCRIPTION:A day to raise awareness and be inspired to action. \n\n\n\n\nThis event will dive into the reality of poverty in Scotland. We’ll hear from a range of speakers working on the frontline\, chat about what’s being done and explore ways we can do more to help. It’s a chance to connect\, share ideas\, and spark change. \n\nSpeakers \n\nPeter Kelly\, Chief Executive\, Poverty Alliance\nFr Tony Lappin\, priest at  St Joseph’s\, Peebles\, and St James’ Innerleithen\nPatricia McCartney\, National President of the Society of St Vincent de Paul\nSarah Corbett\, Senior Policy Officer\, Scottish Government\n\nRegistration and event details are here. \n\nEvent organised by the Caritas\, Justice & Peace Commission of the Archdiocese of St Andrews & Edinburgh
URL:https://archedinburgh.org/event/poverty-in-scotland-can-we-do-more/
LOCATION:Gillis Centre\, 100 Strathearn Road\, Edinburgh\, City of Edinburgh\, EH9 1BB\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Additional Support Needs Mass
DESCRIPTION:Those with additional support needs of all ages and their families/carers from all of our Archdiocesan parishes are invited to a special Sunday Mass on Sunday 11 October at 2:00pm in the quiet\, beautiful Chapel of St Albert the Great at 23/24 George Square Lane\, Edinburgh\, EH8 9LD. \nMass will be celebrated by Father Jamie McMorrin. \nFamilies are invited for teas/coffees and biscuits at the adjacent SPRED Centre following Mass to gather together to offer mutual support and to grow in friendship. \nThis is a new opportunity and will occur quarterly. \nEntrance to the chapel is on George Square Lane\, behind George Square. Parking is free on Sundays in George Square Lane and in the SPRED Centre car park adjacent to the chapel. \nFor more information and any questions\, please contact Sister Mary Benedicta Maier\, RSM at srmary.benedicta@staned.org.uk or on 0131 370 0017. \nNo registration required and all are welcome.
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261017T160000
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SUMMARY:Neurodiversity and Worship: A Practical and Liturgical Theology
DESCRIPTION:What if our worship could bring us even closer to God and to each other? What if our communities could be blessed even more? Led by Dr Léon Van Ommen\, Co-Director of the Centre for Autism and Theology at Aberdeen University. \nIn this workshop\, we will listen deeply\, in order to worship more faithfully and to be blessed richly. Whether you have a specific role in your church or none at all\, everyone is welcome! \n\n\nSaturday 17th October\, 2-4pm\, Walpole Hall\, St Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral\, Palmerston Place\, Edinburgh EH12 5AW.  £5.  Everyone welcome. \n\n\nMore information and tickets available here: https://www.cathedral.net/event-details-registration/neurodiversity-and-worship-a-practical-and-liturgical-theology \nThis event is organised by St Mary’s Episcopal Church\, Edinburgh
URL:https://archedinburgh.org/event/neurodiversity-and-worship-a-practical-and-liturgical-theology/
LOCATION:St Mary’s Episcopal Church\, Palmerston Place\, Edinburgh\, EH12 5AW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:General Events
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SUMMARY:Catholic Conversations for Women: the Rosary
DESCRIPTION:In October\, the month of the Rosary\, all women are invited to join ‘Catholic Conversations’ on Saturday 17 October\, 3:45pm-4:45pm in the St Andrew’s Parish rooms at 77 Belford Road\, Edinburgh\, EH4 3DS to look at how the mysteries of the Rosary are rooted in Scripture. Optional Holy Hour at the adjacent convent with Adoration\, Rosary and Vespers from 5:10pm. \nTo register email edinburgh@almamercy.org or call 0131 343 3380.
URL:https://archedinburgh.org/event/catholic-conversations-for-women-the-rosary/
LOCATION:St Andrew’s\, 77 Belford Rd\, Edinburgh\, EH4 3DS\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Dinner and a Documentary
DESCRIPTION:Join the Sisters of Mercy of Alma\, Michigan\, for a relaxed evening of film\, pizza and conversation at the Gillis Centre. \nThe evening celebrates 10 years of the Sisters of Mercy of Alma serving in the Archdiocese of St Andrews & Edinburgh and includes a 20-minute documentary about the Sisters and their community life. \nThere will also be an opportunity to meet the Sisters\, enjoy pizza and take part in a Q&A following the film. \nTuesday 20 October\, 6:30pm–8:00pm\nThe Gillis Centre\n100 Strathearn Road\nEdinburgh EH9 1BB \nProgramme: Film (20 mins) | Pizza | Meet the Sisters | Q&A \nRegistration: bit.ly/dinnerdoc \nAll are welcome.
URL:https://archedinburgh.org/event/dinner-and-a-documentary/
LOCATION:Gillis Centre\, 100 Strathearn Road\, Edinburgh\, City of Edinburgh\, EH9 1BB\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Seminar: Celebrating the Sacrament of Reconciliation
DESCRIPTION:The Apostolic Penitentiary is hosting a free formation seminar\, “Celebrating the Sacrament of Reconciliation”\, on 23/24 October\, open to all the faithful\, with a particular welcome for laypeople. Register here.\n\nThe seminar will explore some of the difficulties people may experience in approaching confession\, while helping them rediscover the beauty and liberating power of this encounter with God’s mercy.\n\nAlthough the talks will be delivered in Italian\, simultaneous interpretation into English and Spanish will be available online. The recordings will also remain available on the Apostolic Penitentiary’s YouTube channel afterwards.\n\nParticipation is free\, but registration is required through the form on the Apostolic Penitentiary’s website. Please see the attached programme for further details.\n\n\nFriday\, October 23\n4.00 p.m. – The Biblical Foundations of Contritio Cordis: Psalm 50\nHis Eminence Cardinal Angelo De Donatis – Major Penitentiary\n4.45 p.m. – Break\n5.00 p.m. – Guilt\, Regret\, Repetance\, Contrition: An Initial Clarification\nProf. Lodovica Maria Zanet – Università Pontificia Salesiana (Rome)\n5.45 p.m. – Discussion\n6.00 p.m. – Conclusion\n\nSaturday\, October 24\n9.15 a.m. – The Steps of True Repetance: A Perspective from East and West\nFr. Giuseppe Forlai – Pontificio Seminario Romano Maggiore (Rome)\n10.00 a.m. – Reparation: Building on the Ruins. The Sacramental and Pastoral Dimensions of the Sacrament of Reconciliation\nFr. Jaime Emilio González Magaña\, SJ – Theologian of the Apostolic Penitentiary\n10.45 a.m. – Break\n11.00 a.m. – Testimonies\n11.30 a.m. – Discussion\n12.00 p.m. – Conclusions\nHis Excellency Monsignor Krzysztof J. Nykiel – Regent of the Apostolic Penitentiary
URL:https://archedinburgh.org/event/seminar-celebrating-the-sacrament-of-reconciliation/
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SUMMARY:National Family Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Bishops’ Conference of Scotland’s Marriage\, Family and Life Office invites families from across Scotland to its National Family Conference 2026. \nThe conference takes place on Saturday 24 October 2026 at St Augustine’s Parish Centre\, Coatbridge. \nThe day will offer an opportunity for families to come together in faith\, prayer and fellowship\, and to celebrate and reflect on Catholic family life. \nDate: Saturday 24 October 2026 (schedule tbc).\nVenue: St Augustine’s Parish Centre\, Coatbridge\nOrganiser: Marriage\, Family and Life Office\, Bishops’ Conference of Scotland \nBooking is now open via the Bishops’ Conference of Scotland website. Book your place here
URL:https://archedinburgh.org/event/national-family-conference-2026/
LOCATION:St Augustine’s Parish Centre\, 12 Dundyvan Road\, Coatbridge\, ML5 1DQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:General Events
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SUMMARY:Divine Mercy Hour at St Mary's Cathedral
DESCRIPTION:Join Fr Piotr Prusakiewicz for a Divine Mercy Hour at St Mary’s Cathedral\, Edinburgh\, on Sunday 25 October at 2:00pm. \nThe afternoon will include Eucharistic Adoration\, a spiritual talk by Fr Piotr\, prayers for healing\, Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament and the Divine Mercy Chaplet. \nAll are welcome to attend this opportunity for prayer and reflection on the mercy of Jesus Christ. \nWhen: Sunday 25 October 2026\, 2:00pm\nWhere: St Mary’s Cathedral\, 61 York Place\, Edinburgh.
URL:https://archedinburgh.org/event/divine-mercy-hour-at-st-marys-cathedral/
LOCATION:St Mary’s Cathedral\, Broughton Street\, Edinburgh\, EH1 3JR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261029T103000
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SUMMARY:Faith in Organ Donation: Saving Lives and Giving Hope
DESCRIPTION:Join NHS Fife for a multi-faith and belief event exploring different perspectives on organ donation and its role in saving lives. \nGuest speakers include Dr Radha Sundaram (NHS Blood and Transplant) and Tanvi Vyas and Bushra Riaz (Peer Educator Project\, Kidney Research UK). \nDate: Thursday 29 October 2026\nTime: 10:30am–12:30pm\nVenue: Kirkcaldy Central Mosque\, Mosque Road\, Kirkcaldy\, KY2 6SF \nAdmission is free and light refreshments will be provided. All are welcome. \nMore information: fife.spiritualcare@nhs.scot \nEvent organised by NHS Fife and Kirkcaldy Central Mosque
URL:https://archedinburgh.org/event/faith-in-organ-donation-saving-lives-and-giving-hope/
LOCATION:Kirkcaldy Central Mosque\, Mosque Road\, Kirkcaldy\, KY2 6SF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:General Events
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SUMMARY:SPUC Candlelight Procession
DESCRIPTION:SPUC Scotland’s annual Candlelight Procession takes place in Glasgow on Thursday 29 October to pray for the protection of unborn life. \nThe evening begins with the Rosary at the Mercat Building\, Glasgow Cross\, at 6:30pm\, followed by the Candlelight Procession at 7:00pm and Mass at St Andrew’s Cathedral at 7:30pm. All are welcome.
URL:https://archedinburgh.org/event/spuc-candlelight-procession-2/
LOCATION:Glasgow\, Glasgow\, G1\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:General Events
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SUMMARY:Edinburgh Day for Life
DESCRIPTION:SPUC Edinburgh West is holding its first Day for Life on Saturday 31 October\, 9:30am–3:30pm\, at the Gillis Centre\, 100 Strathearn Road\, Edinburgh. \nThe day will include talks from Dr Calum MacKellar\, Margaret Akers and Chris McEleny\, with a welcome from Archbishop Leo Cushley. \nIt will be an opportunity to hear thoughtful presentations on pro-life issues and to meet others involved in supporting the unborn children\, their mothers as well as the vulnerable at risk of assisted suicide. \nAdmission is free\, but advance registration is required through Eventbrite here. \nThis event is organised by the Society for the Protection of Unborn Children\, Edinburgh West branch
URL:https://archedinburgh.org/event/edinburgh-day-for-life/
LOCATION:Gillis Centre\, 100 Strathearn Road\, Edinburgh\, City of Edinburgh\, EH9 1BB\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Walking Together in Hope – Why the Catholic Church Engages in Interreligious Dialogue
DESCRIPTION:Join the Committee for Interreligious Dialogue of the Bishops’ Conference of Scotland for a special one-day conference exploring the Church’s commitment to interreligious dialogue and how this can be lived out in our parishes and communities. \nThe day will include talks from Fr John Gannon\, Fr Jim Lawlor and Joe Sikora\, covering the history and importance of Nostra Aetate\, the place of interreligious dialogue in parish life\, and practical guidance for parishes wishing to take their first steps in this area. \nThere will also be opportunities for questions\, discussion and reflection throughout the day. \n\n Saturday 31 October 2026\nConforti Institute\, Missionary House/Calder House\, Calder Avenue\, Coatbridge ML5 4JS.\nArrivals from 9:30am\nFree to attend\nLight lunch provided\n\nRegister at https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/Ai8qdDPULb
URL:https://archedinburgh.org/event/walking-together-in-hope-why-the-catholic-church-engages-in-interreligious-dialogue/
LOCATION:Conforti Institute\, Calder House\, Calder Avenue\, Coatbridge\, ML5 4JS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:General Events
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