The candlelit Rorate Masses are at St Mary's Catholic Cathedral, Edinburgh, at 7:00pm on Thursday 4, 11 and 18 December, and Monday 22 December.
Join us every Monday evening in Advent to pray for unborn children, their mothers and all pro-life intentions. Following the Rosary, a guest speaker will give a brief reflection. Duration: 30 mins. Zoom event. Register here. Monday 1 December: Reflection from Deacon David Harper. Monday 8 December: Reflection from Isabel Vaughan-Spruce. Monday 15 December: Reflection […]
Join Archbishop Cushley for Holy Mass as we pray for life to be respected and cherished from conception to natural death. This Mass takes place at midday on Saturday 27 December in St Margaret's Chapel, The Gillis Centre, 100 Strathearn Road, Edinburgh, EH9 1BB. Registration not essential but helps to plan catering. bit.ly/giftoflife25
The final talk in the Holy Year talk series from the Fife Deanery of the Archdiocese of St Andrews & Edinburgh. 4:30pm in 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 28 December Incarnation, Institute […]
The Diploma in Catechetics begins on Thursday 22 January 2026 at 7:30pm. Register here to embark on a rich, ordered exploration of the Catholic faith. The Diploma course is a thirty-six session course, consisting of weekly lectures (Thursday nights on Zoom - also recorded for catch-up), guided reading from the Catechism of the Catholic Church, […]
The Archdiocese is running a series of monthly EXPLORE meetings for young women interested in finding out more about the religious life and exploring God's will. Includes talks, discussion, prayer and socialising. It takes place on the last Sunday of the month at St Columba's, 9 Upper Gray Street, Edinburgh, EH9 1SN on the following […]
Dr Linden Bicket & Dr Rebekah Lamb-Varela will share the life and works of women such as Immaculée Iligaziba, Muriel Spark and St Thérèse of Lisieux, at this free event on Wednesday 11 February, 5:45pm to 8:30pm, at The Gillis Centre, 100 Strathearn Road, Edinburgh, EH9 1BB. Register: https://tinyurl.com/bdek2p8p This evening is free and open to all […]
This Valentine’s Day retreat offers couples a rich, creative, and faith-filled opportunity to reflect on the beauty and calling of marriage, inspired by one of the Church’s great saints of love. Drawing on Saint John Paul II’s deeply insightful plays The Jeweller’s Shop and Radiation of Fatherhood, this retreat explores love, responsibility, and the “law of the gift” […]
Holy Mass to mark the Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes takes place in St Cuthbert’s RC Church, Slateford Road, Edinburgh. Mass will begin at 3:00pm. This event is organised by the Helpers of Our Lady of Lourdes. All welcome.
The annual Day of Prayer for those who have experienced abuse will be observed by the Catholic Church in Scotland on the first Friday of Lent - Friday 20th February 2026. This day is set aside to provide opportunities for Catholic parishes and communities throughout Scotland to pray for the healing of all those who have suffered abuse. […]
The Archdiocese is running a series of monthly EXPLORE meetings for young women interested in finding out more about the religious life and exploring God's will. Includes talks, discussion, prayer and socialising. It takes place on the last Sunday of the month at St Columba's, 9 Upper Gray Street, Edinburgh, EH9 1SN on the following […]
For those who have suffered the loss of a child, from the beginning of pregnancy onwards, together with those who wish to come in love and support, to have time in quiet surroundings to fully recognise their loss and help with healing. This service takes place at 5:00pm on Sunday 22 February 2026 in St […]
Join people from across Scotland for the Stations of the Cross each Monday at 7:45pm in Lent. We will pray for the unborn, their mothers and all pro-life intentions. Tonight's session features a brief reflection from Archbishop Leo Cushley.
Join the team at St Mary's Cathedral, Edinburgh, as they read Brother Lawrence's The Practice of the Presence of God over three weeks in Lent and meet for discussion and reflection. Options to meet in person at 11:00am at Cathedral House (61 York Place, EH1 3JD) on Thursdays, 26 February, 5 March and 12 March, […]
Girls in S3-S6 are invited to 'Courageous Heart,' a day of faith and friendship on Saturday 28 February 2026 from 10:00am-3:00pm. Consists of prayer, opportunity for Confession, Mass, lunch, a craft, and time with new friends. St Andrew's Catholic Church and Convent, 77 Belford Road, Edinburgh (sponsored by the Religious Sisters of Mercy of Alma). […]
Join the team at St Mary's Cathedral, Edinburgh, as they read Brother Lawrence's The Practice of the Presence of God over three weeks in Lent and meet for discussion and reflection. Options to meet in person at 11:00am at Cathedral House (61 York Place, EH1 3JD) on Thursdays, 26 February, 5 March and 12 March, […]
Join people from across Scotland for the Stations of the Cross each Monday at 7:45pm in Lent. We will pray for the unborn, their mothers and all pro-life intentions. Tonight's session features a brief reflection from Fr Andrew Harding, a priest of the Diocese of Nottinghman.
Join the team at St Mary's Cathedral, Edinburgh, as they read Brother Lawrence's The Practice of the Presence of God over three weeks in Lent and meet for discussion and reflection. Options to meet in person at 11:00am at Cathedral House (61 York Place, EH1 3JD) on Thursdays, 26 February, 5 March and 12 March, […]
The annual World Day of Prayer take place on Friday 6 March. It is a global ecumenical movement led by Christian women who welcome you to join in prayer and action for peace and justice. There are services across Scotland on the 6 March. Find a service near you here and search for services in […]
The Cardinal Winning Lecture takes place on Saturday 7 March 2026. This year’s lecture, “Why the Way of Beauty Matters in Catholic Education,” will be delivered by Dr Jem Sullivan, Associate Professor in the School of Theology and Religious Studies at The Catholic University of America, Washington, D.C. Location Humanity Lecture Theatre (room 255), University […]
The Calix Society is an association of Catholic Alcoholics, promoting the virtue of daily abstinence and the spiritual development of its members. It meets on the first Saturday of the month at 1:30pm, following the 12:30pm Mass at St Patrick's Church in The Cowgate, Edinburgh. It hosts a talk on Matt Talbot on Saturday 7 […]
Join the team at St Mary's Cathedral, Edinburgh, as they read Brother Lawrence's The Practice of the Presence of God over three weeks in Lent and meet for discussion and reflection. Options to meet in person at 11:00am at Cathedral House (61 York Place, EH1 3JD) on Thursdays, 26 February, 5 March and 12 March, […]
Join people from across Scotland for the Stations of the Cross each Monday at 7:45pm in Lent. We will pray for the unborn, their mothers and all pro-life intentions. Tonight's session features a brief reflection from Anthony Horan, Director of the Scottish Catholic Parliamentary Office.
Join the team at St Mary's Cathedral, Edinburgh, as they read Brother Lawrence's The Practice of the Presence of God over three weeks in Lent and meet for discussion and reflection. Options to meet in person at 11:00am at Cathedral House (61 York Place, EH1 3JD) on Thursdays, 26 February, 5 March and 12 March, […]
This event is now sold out. 'What's Happening at Mass' takes place from 9:30am-4:00pm on Saturday 14 March at The Gillis Centre, 100 Strathearn Road, Edinburgh, EH9 1BB. Register here. The purpose of this FREE event is to help you better understand what we are seeing at Mass, especially on the altar, the words we […]
Join the team at St Mary's Cathedral, Edinburgh, as they read Brother Lawrence's The Practice of the Presence of God over three weeks in Lent and meet for discussion and reflection. Options to meet in person at 11:00am at Cathedral House (61 York Place, EH1 3JD) on Thursdays, 26 February, 5 March and 12 March, […]
Join people from across Scotland for the Stations of the Cross each Monday in Lent at 7:45pm. We will pray for the unborn, their mothers and all pro-life intentions. Tonight's session features a brief reflection from Sr Miriam Ruth Ryan, a Religious Sister of Mercy of Alma, Michigan, currently serving in the Archdiocese of St […]
A selection of music and meditations on the Cross, sung by the Schola Cantorum of St Patrick's Church, The Cowgate, Edinburgh (directed by Rory Lamb).
Join people from across Scotland for the Stations of the Cross each Monday in Lent at 7:45pm. We will pray for the unborn, their mothers and all pro-life intentions. Tonight's session features a brief reflection from Fr James Anyaegbu, a priest based at St Mary's, Beauly, in the Diocese of Aberdeen.
The Archdiocese is running a series of monthly EXPLORE meetings for young women interested in finding out more about the religious life and exploring God's will. Includes talks, discussion, prayer and socialising. It takes place on the last Sunday of the month at St Columba's, 9 Upper Gray Street, Edinburgh, EH9 1SN on the following […]
Join people from across Scotland for the Stations of the Cross each Monday in Lent at 7:45pm. We will pray for the unborn, their mothers and all pro-life intentions. Tonight's session features a brief reflection from Fr Federico Dundas, a member of the Society of St John. He is from Argentina and serves as Catholic […]
John Henry Newman: An introduction to his life and the development of his thoughts is an evening of exploration with Monsignor Rod Strange (pictured) leading scholar of the life and thought of St John Henry Newman It takes place at 7:30pm – 9.00pm on Thursday 16 April 2026 at Mayfield Salisbury Church, 18 West Mayfield, […]
Dear friends of New Dawn in Scotland, We would like to invite you to a Healing of Families Service, led by Augustinian Friar, Fr Stefan Park. Fr Stefan will help us to break free from many family problems that have come down our generational lines. There will be Praise and Worship, Confession, Adoration and an opportunity […]
Divine Renovation hosts a free event at St John the Baptist Church, Uddingston, G71 7AH on Saturday 25 April from 9:30am to 5:00pm. It's a chance to get inspired by priests and parishioners as they share stories of parish transformation. Concludes with Vigil Mass celebrated by Bishop Toal. Lunch provided. Registration and details at divinerenovation.org/calendar/open-house-scotland
Archbishop Leo Cushley will lead a Rosary for Life at Sacred Heart Church, Lauriston Road, EH3 9DJ, at 10:00am on Saturday 25 April. Afterwards, SPUC's annual Edinburgh Pro-life Chain is at 11:00am on Lothian Road, Edinburgh. At 1.15pm there will be refreshments and social in Sacred Heart Church Hall.
SPUC’s Pro-Life Chain takes place at 11:00am on Saturday 25 April on Lothian Road, Edinburgh, by the Sheraton Hotel. Event organised by the Society for the Protection of Unborn Children.
Join the Order of Malta for an unforgettable evening at the stunning Prestonfield House, one of Edinburgh’s most historic venues. Register here. Programme 6.15pm: Champagne reception 7.00pm: Guests Piped into Dinner 7.45pm: Three course silver service dinner with wine 10.00pm: Raffle and auction with fabulous prizes 10.30pm: Reeling kicks off with the Infamous Grouse Band […]
The Archdiocese is running a series of monthly EXPLORE meetings for young women interested in finding out more about the religious life and exploring God's will. Includes talks, discussion, prayer and socialising. It takes place on the last Sunday of the month at St Columba's, 9 Upper Gray Street, Edinburgh, EH9 1SN on the following […]
Edinburgh New Town Church hosts the annual Christian Aid Book Sale from 09-15 May. A team of stalwarts and people from various Christian denominations are organising this sale that has taken place every year for the past five decades, all in celebration of Christian Aid Week which takes place every May. Last year, they raised […]
We welcome families to The Gillis Centre for a family picnic, children’s catechesis, talks for adults, a Rosary Procession and Vigil Mass at The Gillis Centre, Edinburgh, on Saturday 9 May at 1:00pm. Register here. Join us for a fun and faith-filled Saturday, 1:00pm-5:00pm, culminating in Holy Mass. We pray to see parents & grandparents, babies, […]
Sung Vespers with prayers for the Holy Land takes place at St Mary’s Cathedral, Edinburgh, on Wednesday 20 May at 7:00pm. Register by email: cathedralhouse@stmaryscathedral.co.uk After the service, you are warmly invited to stay for: ‘50 Faces of the Holy Land’ – View this powerful photographic exhibition commissioned by the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of England & […]
Fr Norman Cooper is a fondly remembered priest of our Archdiocese who tragically fell to his death on 20 May 1996 climbing in the Sgurr Nan Gillean (Peak of the Young Men) in the Cuillins in Skye, while away for a short midweek break in Applecross with fellow priests (David Gemmell, Gerry Hand, Gordon Muchall […]
