Holy Day of Obligation: The Ascension
Holy days of obligation are the days on which Catholics are expected to go to Mass.
Holy days of obligation are the days on which Catholics are expected to go to Mass.
All who lead or assist with RCIA are invited by the Catechetics Commission for a morning workshop. Register at: bit.ly/4mgG764 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 […]
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, […]
In this Jubilee Year of Hope 2025, join us for the annual St Margaret's Pilgrimage in Dunfermline. We celebrate the life and legacy, virtue and holiness of St Margaret, who lived in Scotland's ancient capital. The highlight of the day is the procession at 2:00pm to St Margaret's Church, led by Archbishop Cushley with the […]
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 […]
Join us on Tuesday 17 June at 6:00pm for a webinar where you can learn more about the Master’s in Applied Catholic Theology, ask questions, and meet current staff and students! Register now at: bit.ly/stmarysuni or email stephen.dolan@stmarys.ac.uk The Masters in Applied Catholic Theology is based at the Scottish Campus of St Mary's University at The […]
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 […]
Holy days of obligation are the days on which Catholics are expected to go to Mass. This Feast Day falls on a Sunday (which is already a day of obligation).
A series of Holy Year talks take place on the last Sunday of each month at 4:30pm at the Carmelite Convent, Hot Pot Wynd, Dysart, KY1 2TF. The one-hour event includes evening prayer, Eucharistic Adoration and has been organised by the Fife Deanery. All welcome. Sunday 29 June Sacred Heart – Dilexit Nos, Fr Syriac […]
Our annual summer Pilgrimage to Lourdes takes place from Friday 11 July to Friday 18 July 2025.​​​​​​​ The theme is With Mary, Pilgrims of Hope and everyone is welcome. The pilgrimage flight is now fully booked. A waiting list has been set up. The pilgrimage committee is liaising with Tangney Tours about the option of […]
Catholic charity Stella Maris (formerly called Apostleship of the Sea) is one of the few maritime charities with chaplains who carry out ship visits. They work with seafarers on the frontline. On Sea Sunday (today, 13 July) let us pray for seafarers, fishers, and the work of Stella Maris. Parishes have been invited to have an optional […]
25 churches. 42 miles. 1 priest on his bike. Father Jamie McMorrin said: "This summer I’m going to cycle around Edinburgh, visiting every Catholic church in the city. I’ll be raising funds for the parish but also praying for the city and everyone in it. All proceeds will go towards raising parish funds for St […]
The Vatican Correspondent for EWTN News joins us for our Effective Parish Communications webinar on Sat 19 July at 10am. Colm Flynn is a renowned, professional broadcaster and contributor to the BBC World Service and Irish broadcaster RTÉ. He will share his thoughts on the importance of media in evangelisation, drawing on his extensive experience. […]
To celebrate this day, the National Marriage, Family and Life Commission of the Bishops' Conference of Scotland invites everyone to St Francis Xavier’s, Carfin, for Mass with Bishop John Keenan at 3:00pm on Sunday 27 July.
A series of Holy Year talks take place on the last Sunday of each month at 4:30pm at the Carmelite Convent, Hot Pot Wynd, Dysart, KY1 2TF. The one-hour event includes evening prayer, Eucharistic Adoration and has been organised by the Fife Deanery. All welcome. Sunday 27 July Carmelite Spirituality, Fr Simon Hughes Sunday 31 […]
The inspiring true story of the cheerful Edinburgh factory girl with a big heart for Jesus and for helping others, who could be Scotland's next canonised Saint. This down-to-earth model of everyday sanctity is brought vividly to life onstage by Rachel Callaghan – her actual living relative (second cousin). Stephen Callaghan's funny and moving play […]
A Christian peace vigil in opposition to nuclear weapons takes place at the South Gate of HM Naval Base Clyde at 10:30am on Saturday 2 August. It is an ecumenical service of prayer, reflection, readings, and hymns is organised by Justice & Peace Scotland. The vigil will be led by Most Rev William Nolan, Archbishop […]
The inspiring true story of the cheerful Edinburgh factory girl with a big heart for Jesus and for helping others, who could be Scotland's next canonised Saint. This down-to-earth model of everyday sanctity is brought vividly to life onstage by Rachel Callaghan – her actual living relative (second cousin). Stephen Callaghan's funny and moving play […]
Archbishop Cushley will celebrate the annual Festival Mass at Noon at St Mary's Cathedral, Edinburgh. The event marks the beginning of the Edinburgh International Festival and also honour's the Cathedral's patronal feast, the Assumption, which falls on Friday 15 August. The Festival Mass is attended by local dignitaries, members of the Consular Corps, and the […]
Join renowned author Ian Bradley and the Schola Cantorum of St Mary's Cathedral, Edinburgh, for a concert exploring the spiritual resonances of musical theatre. In this groundbreaking event, Professor Bradley will uncover some of the spiritual implications of our much-loved musical shows, and the Schola Cantorum will bring the music to life! Includes music from […]
Holy days of obligation are the days on which Catholics are expected to go to Mass.
Scott is taking a day off work. A quest begins that will take him through an array of quirky characters and situations as he attempts to answer the question: where does one find hope today? Pilgrim of Hope is an uplifting story of an everyday man, Scott Adams, who goes in search of hope. Trouble […]
Join us for this special Jubilee Year 2025 event, walking the historic and picturesque Fife Pilgrim Way over six stages. Saturday 30 August 11:00am: Fife Pilgrim Way information board, Battery Rd, North Queensferry, to St Margaret's, Dunfermline, via Abbey. Saturday 6 September 11:00am: St Margaret's Memorial Church, Dunfermline, to St Joseph's, Kelty. Saturday 13 September […]
Mary’s Meals warmly invites you to join its Pilgrimage Walk of Hope event. For more details and to register, tap here. This event will take place on Saturday 30 August from 10.30am to 3.45pm at Craig Lodge House of Prayer, Dalmally, Argyll. In this Jubilee Year when we are called to become Pilgrims of Hope, […]
Mass will be celebrated outdoors on the beach of Port Castle Bay at 4:00pm on Sunday 31st August 2025. The principal celebrant will be Bishop Frank Dougan, Saint Ninian’s successor, and he will be joined by other bishops and priests from Scotland. A well-established footpath about one mile long takes you through the glen to […]
A series of Holy Year talks take place on the last Sunday of each month at 4:30pm at the Carmelite Convent, Hot Pot Wynd, Dysart, KY1 2TF. The one-hour event includes evening prayer, Eucharistic Adoration and has been organised by the Fife Deanery. All welcome. Sunday 31 August Creation, Institute of Incarnate Word Sunday 28 […]