Events

The Albertus Institute, in partnership with the School of Divinity at the University of Edinburgh, presents its annual lecture with Dr Tracy Wietecha of the Max Planck Institute for the History of Science in Berlin. In Albert the Great on Becoming Fully Human: Virtue, Judgement, and Perfection, Dr Wietecha will explore what it means to […]

To mark the anniversary of the St Ninian Declaration, Christians are invited to come together to celebrate our growing ecumenical friendship and consider how we can continue to live and work more closely together. The gathering will include reflection on the St Ninian Declaration, sharing of current ecumenical initiatives, discussion of future opportunities and lunch […]

Archbishop Cushley invites you and your family to the annual SPRED Commissioning Mass at St Kentigern Catholic Church, 26 Parkgrove Avenue, Edinburgh EH4 7QR, on Saturday 19 September at 11:00am. The Mass will be followed by lunch. Free church and street parking is available. For more information, contact Sr Mary Benedicta Maier RSM, SPRED Co-ordinator, […]

A new Young Adults Group for the West Lothian Deanery begins with a talk from Archbishop Leo Cushley titled: St Columba: Island Soldier It takes place Monday 21 September, 7:30pm, at St Mary’s Church Hall, Bathgate, 9 Livery Street, EH48 4HS. The Group is for young adults (age 18-30) and will meet once a month […]

Archbishop Leo Cushley presents on the topic of Ecumenism as part of the Edinburgh Newman Autumn Programme for 2026. Other talks Thursday 22 October at 7:30pm, Gilbert Markus explores our understanding of God following the publication of his recent book, 'God as Nothing'. Thursday 5 November at 7:30pm, FrGerry O'Hanlon SJ  offers an update on […]

Set among the quiet Moray countryside near Elgin, Pluscarden Abbey stands as one of Scotland’s most peaceful and spiritually significant monastic homes. On Saturday 26 September 2026, the Abbey will welcome young adults (18–35) for the National Youth Pilgrimage, organised by the Scottish Catholic Youth Service. It’s a rare opportunity to step into the rhythm […]

St Andrew’s, Ravelston, is taking part in Edinburgh’s Open Doors event on Saturday 26 and Sunday 27 September. The church will be open from 2.00-4.30pm each day. If you have not visited or know friends and neighbours who might be interested in seeing this attractive church, all are welcome. This marks the start of the […]

St Andrew’s, Raveslton, is taking part in Edinburgh’s Open Doors event on Saturday 26 and Sunday 27 September. The church will be open from 2.00-4.30pm each day. If you have not visited or know friends and neighbours who might be interested in seeing this attractive church, all are welcome. This marks the start of the […]

The Scottish Peace Platform with SCIAF and Tearfund invite you to its first seminar in the series entitled Faith and Peace: Lessons from the frontline in Colombia and Ecuador, taking place online and in-person on Monday 28 September 2026 at 7:00pm Participants will hear from inspiring peacebuilders in Ecuador and Colombia, who will discuss the role that faith-leaders play in peacebuilding […]

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. Mass will be celebrated by Father Jamie […]

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. In this workshop, we will listen deeply, in order to worship more faithfully and […]

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, […]

The Bishops’ Conference of Scotland’s Marriage, Family and Life Office invites families from across Scotland to its National Family Conference 2026. The conference takes place on Saturday 24 October 2026 at St Augustine’s Parish Centre, Coatbridge. The day will offer an opportunity for families to come together in faith, prayer and fellowship, and to celebrate […]

SPUC Scotland’s annual Candlelight Procession takes place in Glasgow on Thursday 29 October to pray for the protection of unborn life. The 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.

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. The day will include talks from Fr John Gannon, Fr Jim Lawlor and Joe Sikora, covering the history and […]

The Epiphany Group is offering a course for anyone looking to develop and deepen their experience of prayer and reflective living, rooted in the Ignatian tradition. The course will take place mainly online, with three additional in-person days in Edinburgh, running from 3 November 2026 to 16 March 2027. Sessions take place on Tuesdays from […]

On Saturday 7 November 2026 the Scottish Catholic Safeguarding Standards Agency (SCSSA) National Safeguarding Conference will take place once again in Strathclyde University's Technology & Innovation Centre. This year's conference will follow on from the challenge issued by last year's keynote speaker, Matthew McVarish - What have I done to make my parish a safer […]

Are you a young woman thinking about a vocation to the religious life?  Come to Explore, a retreat day that includes a chance to reflect and explore God's will for you. It takes place on 10:00am-7:00pm Saturday 14 November, at 9 Upper Gray Street, Edinburgh, EH9 1SN. Includes Mass, reflections, prayer, a holy hour, and […]