Pro-life Rosary
2025-04-26 10:00 - 22:30 (Europe/London) | Church of The Sacred Heart, 28 Lauriston Street, Edinburgh, EH3 9DJ, United Kingdom
This prayerful event marks the anniversary of the implementation of the Abortion Act in April, 1968. We’ll remember all unborn children, mothers and families affected by abortion. We’ll pray our society will bring about the day when no child is unwanted, no woman unloved and the pressures which lead abortion no longer exist.
Register at: bit.ly/proliferosary25

Pro-Life Chain
2025-04-26 11:00 - 13:00 | Lothian Road, Edinburgh, Lothian Road, Edinburgh
The annual SPUC Pro-Life Chain takes place on Lothian Road, Edinburgh, from 11:00am to 1:00pm on Saturday 26 April.

It’s a chance to remember the 11 million lives cruelly cut short, since the Abortion Act came into effect in 1968.

Event organised by the Society for the Protection of Unborn Children.

Requiem Mass for Pope Francis
2025-04-26 12:45 | St Mary’s Cathedral, Broughton Street, Edinburgh, EH1 3JR, United Kingdom
Archbishop Cushley will celebrate a Requiem Mass for Pope Francis at St Mary’s Cathedral in Edinburgh on Monday 28 April, 12:45pm. All welcome.

Holy Year talks
2025-04-27 16:30 - 17:30 | Carmelite Convent, Hot Pot Wynd, Dysart, KY1 2TF, Dysart, KY1 2TF, United Kingdom
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 April
Risen Jesus, Fr Paul Lee
Sunday 25 May
Pilgrimage, Deacon Pat Carrigan
Sunday 29 June
Sacred Heart – Dilexit Nos, Fr Syriac Palakudiyil
Sunday 27 July
Carmelite Spirituality, Fr Simon Hughes
Sunday 31 August
Creation, Institute of Incarnate Word
Sunday 28 September
Justice, Canon Brian Gowans
Sunday 26 October
Our Lady – Stella Maris, Fr Paul Lee
Sunday 30 November
Everlasting Life, Mgr Philip Kerr
Sunday 28 December
Incarnation, Institute of Incarnate Word

The Mass: A Window to Heaven
2025-04-30 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-05-07 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-05-14 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-05-21 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-05-28 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-06-04 18:30 - 19:30 | St Andrew’s, 77 Belford Rd, Edinburgh, EH4 3DS, United Kingdom
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, 77 Belford Road, Edinburgh, EH4 3DS.
There is Eucharistic Adoration & Confessions from 5:00pm and Mass at 6:00pm (both optional). Sessions include a short video and group discussion.
Sessions begin after Mass (around 6:30pm). Refreshments served.
Please register your interest by e-mailing cathedralhouse@stmaryscathedral.co.uk.
6:30pm | Wed 30 Apr: A Privileged Encounter
6:30pm | Wed 07 May: Called out of the World
6:30pm | Wed 14 May: God speaks our Story
6:30pm | Wed 21 May: Responding to God
6:30pm | Wed 28 May: Preparing for Sacrifice
6:30pm | Wed 04 June: The Real Presence creates Communion

Schola Cantorum - Rome Fundraising Concert
2025-04-30 19:30 - 20:30 | St Mary’s Cathedral, Broughton Street, Edinburgh, EH1 3JR, United Kingdom
The Schola Cantorum will travel to Rome to sing at the Pontifical Scots College ordinations on 10 May 2025. This fundraising concert takes place at St Mary’s Catholic Cathedral in Edinburgh ahead of the trip. All proceeds will help to support the trip.
Please keep in your prayers Matthew McCafferty (from our Archdiocese) and Keiran Burt (Motherwell Diocese) who will be ordained to the Diaconate, the final step on the path to the sacred priesthood.
Wednesday 30 April 7:30pm, St Mary’s Catholic Cathedral, Edinburgh
Schola Cantorum Fundraising Concert (Tickets £10 on the door)

A Jesuit’s Guide to the Stars
2025-05-03 15:30 - 17:00 | Church of The Sacred Heart, 28 Lauriston Street, Edinburgh, EH3 9DJ, United Kingdom
Explore the universe through the eyes of Brother Guy Consolmagno SJ, Director of the Vatican Observatory.
Discover the intersection of science and spirituality, reflecting the Jesuit ideal of “finding God in all things.”
Learn how the cosmos inspires both mind and heart, from scientific study to artistic expression.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity for a new perspective on the heavens. The event takes place at 3:00pm at Sacred Heart Church, 28 Lauriston Street, Edinburgh, EH3 9DJ and promises to be an inspiring afternoon! Book here.
Event organised by The Edinburgh Jesuit Centre.

Pathways to Pentecost - A Retreat in Daily Life
2025-05-04 17:15 - 18:00 | Church of The Sacred Heart, 28 Lauriston Street, Edinburgh, EH3 9DJ, United Kingdom
Explore the profound presence of God in every aspect of your life.
From the bustling city streets in the quiet moments of solitude.
Through prayer, meditation and reflection, uncover the sacredness within the ordinary and deepen your connection to the Divine.
Pray daily, meet weekly. Register here. To find out more please email Fr David Stewart SJ at ejcretreats@jesuit.org.uk
Opening Session
Sunday 4 May, 5.15pm at Edinburgh Jesuit Church, Lauriston Street, Edinburgh.
Closing Session
Sunday 1 June, 5.15pm, Edinburgh Jesuit Church, Lauriston Street, Edinburgh.
Hosted by the Edinburgh Jesuit Centre. FAQs below.
What is a retreat in daily life?
A retreat in daily life is time set aside over a number of weeks for prayer and reflection which is designed to fit alongside you usual work and home routine.
Who is a retreat for?
A retreat is for any Christian who wishes to deepen their prayer and know better Jesus Christ and the action of God in their lives. All you need is an openness to the experience and method of the retreat and generosity in setting aside the time needed each day for prayer for the duration of the retreat.
How long does the retreat last?
We offer retreats in daily life of different lengths – from three weeks to six weeks or more.
What do I have to do?
The commitment for the retreat in daily life is . . .

to set aside 20-30 minutes each day for prayer

to meet once a week and at the start of the retreat with your prayer guide

to come to the opening and closing sessions of the retreat

Prayer
You do not have to be an expert in prayer, or very confident about prayer, or already know how to meditate to do a retreat. Your prayer guide will help you understand how to pray better and will suggest material to pray with. What they suggest will be tailored to you, your own experience and circumstances.
Prayer Guides
It is important to have someone who is trained and experienced accompany you through your retreat. Your prayer guide will provide material for your prayer and meditation. What you discuss with them remains confidential.
Workshops
We offer workshops alongside the retreat. These focus on different methods of prayer and may be especially helpful if you are not particularly sure about how to pray or meditate in the Christian tradition or want to try new ways of praying. The workshops are optional and not necessary to do the retreat in daily life well.
How much does it cost?
We do not charge for the retreat in daily life. However, we do incur costs and so welcome a donation if you are able to make one.

Fr Tommy Greenan - A Celebration
2025-05-08 19:30 - 21:00
Come and celebrate the life of the late Fr Tommy Greenan at St Mary’s Cathedral, Edinburgh, on Thursday 8 May at 7:30pm.
Tommy was a priest of our Archdiocese who served the poor in El Salvador at a time when Catholic priests were under threat of execution.

Speakers will share their memories of Tommy and tell the story of how The Song of the Poor came to be published following his death.
The Song of the Poor will be available for purchase at the event and there will be tea/coffee.
No registration required, free event.

Children’s Liturgy Leader Workshop NEW DATE!
2025-05-17 09:30 - 12:30 | Gillis Centre, 100 Strathearn Road, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, EH9 1BB, United Kingdom
Join the Catechetics Commission for the second Children’s Liturgy Leader Workshop.
The day will begin with Mass, and include feedback from our previous meeting in February, a presentation on music & art, and a time for discussion.
It takes place on Saturday 17 May, 9:30am – 12:30pm at The Gillis Centre, 100 Strathearn Road, EH9 1BB. Register here.
Original date of Saturday 26 April postponed. Organised by the Catechetics Commission of The Archdiocese of St Andrews & Edinburgh. Questions? Email srmiriam.ruth@staned.org.uk

Order of Malta Fundraising Ball
2025-05-17 19:00 | Prestonfield House, Priestfield Road, Edinburgh, EH16 5UT
The Order of Malta’s annual Fundraising Ball takes place at Prestonfield House, Edinburgh, on Saturday 17 May.
Includes a champagne reception, three course dinner with wine, live and silent auctions, reels, live band and piper.
Help support the charity’s work in Scotland and the Middle East.
Tickets £140 (£125 students). Email orderofmaltaball@gmail.com
Event organised by the Order of Malta.

Holy Year talks
2025-05-25 16:30 - 17:30 | Carmelite Convent, Hot Pot Wynd, Dysart, KY1 2TF, Dysart, KY1 2TF, United Kingdom
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 25 May
Pilgrimage, Deacon Pat Carrigan
Sunday 29 June
Sacred Heart – Dilexit Nos, Fr Syriac Palakudiyil
Sunday 27 July
Carmelite Spirituality, Fr Simon Hughes
Sunday 31 August
Creation, Institute of Incarnate Word
Sunday 28 September
Justice, Canon Brian Gowans
Sunday 26 October
Our Lady – Stella Maris, Fr Paul Lee
Sunday 30 November
Everlasting Life, Mgr Philip Kerr
Sunday 28 December
Incarnation, Institute of Incarnate Word

Mass for Married and Engaged Couples
2025-05-27 19:15 - 20:00 | St Mary’s Cathedral, Broughton Street, Edinburgh, EH1 3JR, United Kingdom
The annual Mass for Married and Engaged Couples is at 7:15pm on Tuesday 27 May 2025 at St Mary’s Cathedral in Edinburgh.
The principal celebrant will be Archbishop Leo Cushley.
Come and celebrate the gift of marriage, renew your commitment and receive a special blessing upon your love.
Refreshments after Mass in Coffee Saints Cafe.

Holy Day of Obligation: The Ascension
2025-05-29 00:00 - 23:59
Holy days of obligation are the days on which Catholics are expected to go to Mass.

Morning for RCIA leaders
2025-05-31 09:30 - 12:00 | Gillis Centre, 100 Strathearn Road, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, EH9 1BB, United Kingdom
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 brief consideration on mystagogy.
The aim is for the Catechetics Commission to learn about your experiences in your parishes, and to think together about best practices.
Event organised by the Catechetics Commission of The Archdiocese of St Andrews & Edinburgh. Questions? Email srmiriam.ruth@staned.org.uk

St Margaret's Pilgrimage, Dunfermline
2025-06-08 00:00 - 23:59 | St Margaret’s Church, East Port, Dunfermline, Fife, KY12 7JB, United Kingdom
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 relic of St Margaret. Holy Mass is in the Church at 3:00pm (schedule below).
This is an ideal opportunity to take a pilgrimage in Scotland in the Holy Year 2025 particularly if you cannot make it to Rome, Lourdes or any other site of pilgrimage.
Schedule
12:00pm: Angelus at St Margaret’s Cave, Chalmers Street Car Park, KY12 8DQ.
1:00pm: Prayer Service at St Margaret’s tomb at Dunfermline Abbey, St Margaret Street, KY12 7PE.
2:00pm: Procession from Louise Carnegie Memorial Gateway, Bridge Street (opp Seven Kings Pub), to St Margaret’s Memorial Church (Meet at 1:45pm).
3:00pm: Mass at St Margaret’s Memorial Church,East Port, celebrated by Archbishop Cushley and priests of the Archdicoese and beyond.

New Dawn Conference
2025-06-14 10:30 - 21:00 | Ss Ninian & Triduana, 12 Marionville Drive, Edinburgh, Select a State or Province:, EH7 6BW, United Kingdom
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 below video for more information, or watch on YouTube.
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Schedule

10.00am: Registration
10.30am: Holy Mass – Theme – Mary the Spouse of the Holy Spirit
11.15am: Praise & Worship – Introductions
11.45am: Testimony – Michael MacPhee (video)
12.00am: Talk 1 Holy Spirit – Gary Stephens
12.45pm: Lunch – (Hall)
1.30pm: Praise & Worship
2.00pm Talk 2 Evangelise the Culture – Fr James Anyaegbu
2.45pm: Workshops – (Hall & Church)
3.30pm: Break – Tea & Coffee – (Hall)
3.45pm: Prayer Ministry
4.15pm: Exposition – Rosary – Confessions
5.00pm: Break for evening meal (local eateries)
5.30pm: Parish Vigil Mass
6.45pm: Praise & Worship
7.10pm: Testimony – Stuart Young
7.20pm: Healing Service
9.00pm: Closing prayers
Children & Youth Ministries – Information at Reception. Event organised by New Dawn Scotland.

Study Theology in Edinburgh - Online Info Event
2025-06-17 18:00 - 19:00 | Zoom event
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 Gillis Centre in Edinburgh. The course begins in September 2025.
Course leader, Dr Stephen Dolan, said: “Study Catholic Social Thought, Christian Anthropology, Systematic Theology and more. Evening classes work around your schedule, and our hybrid format allows you to study where you are. This course will help you grow your theological confidence in the workplace and in your life.” Find out more about the course here.
“The arrangement that we have made with St Mary’s will provide invaluable means for Catholics to grow in the knowledge and love of their faith. In this way we are also responding to Pope Francis’ call to invest in the intellectual formation of the laity, and the evangelization of professional and intellectual life.” – Archbishop Leo Cushley

Jubilee Year Picnic for families
2025-06-28 11:00 - 16:00 | Gillis Centre, 100 Strathearn Road, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, EH9 1BB, United Kingdom
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 4:00pm there is the chance to walk to the Jubilee Cross at St Mary’s Cathedral (optional). Register at bit.ly/archpicnic
Event organised by the Marriage & Families Commission of the Archdiocese of St Andrews & Edinburgh. Childcare provided. Free parking onsite. Volunteers wanted! If you can contribute to the success of this event please email VEmarriage@staned.org.uk

Holy Day of Obligation: St Peter & St Paul
2025-06-29 00:00 - 23:59
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).

Holy Year talks
2025-06-29 16:30 - 17:30 | Carmelite Convent, Hot Pot Wynd, Dysart, KY1 2TF, Dysart, KY1 2TF, United Kingdom
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 Palakudiyil
Sunday 27 July
Carmelite Spirituality, Fr Simon Hughes
Sunday 31 August
Creation, Institute of Incarnate Word
Sunday 28 September
Justice, Canon Brian Gowans
Sunday 26 October
Our Lady – Stella Maris, Fr Paul Lee
Sunday 30 November
Everlasting Life, Mgr Philip Kerr
Sunday 28 December
Incarnation, Institute of Incarnate Word

Archdiocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes
2025-07-11 00:00 - 2025-07-18 23:59 | Lourdes, 1 Av. Mgr Théas, Lourdes, 65108, France
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 arranging alternative provision so that anyone who wishes to participate in the pilgrimage this year is able to do so.

For all details about the pilgrimage visit edinburgh-lourdes.com/lourdes25

Sea Sunday
2025-07-13 00:00 - 23:59
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 special collection. Donations can be made to Stella Maris here.

Fr Jamie's Sponsored Summer Cycle
2025-07-19 08:00 - 12:00
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 Margaret’s Catholic Church in Davidson’s Mains, Edinburgh.”
His route:
St Margaret’s > St Kentigern’s > St John the Baptist > St Joseph’s > St John Ogilvie’s > St Mary’s > St Mark’s > St Cuthbert’s > St Peter’s > Sacred Heart > St Patrick’s > St Albert’s > St Columba’s > St Catherine’s > St Gregory’s > St Theresa’s > St Mary Magdalene’s > St John the Evangelist > St Ninian’s > St Andrew’s > Star of the Sea > Holy Cross > St Mary’s Cathedral > St Andrew’s > St Margaret Mary’s > St Margaret’s, Davidson’s Mains.
To donate click here.

Effective Parish Communications
2025-07-19 10:00 - 23:00 | Zoom event
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.
He has reported from places such as Ukraine, Albania and Kenya and has interviewed names including Andrea Bocelli, Jordan Peterson and actor Jonathan Roumey.
He also played a key role in covering both the death of Pope Francis and the election of Pope Leo XIV.
The webinar also features Elaine Furmage of Being Catholic TV and Bishop Frank Dougan (Galloway Diocese) who has launched a communications commission for the Bishops’ Confernce of Scotland.
Host Matt Meade, Communications Director for the Archdiocese, said: “This one-hour webinar will be crammed with communications tips and inspirational stories – perfect for those who help with comms at their parish.
Effective Parish Communications, Saturday 19 July, 10:00am-11:00am. Register at bit.ly/parishcomms
