Rorate Mass
2025-12-22 19:00 - 20:00 (Europe/London) | St Mary’s Cathedral, Broughton Street, Edinburgh, EH1 3JR, United Kingdom
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.

Advent Rosary for Life
2025-12-22 19:45 - 20:15 | Zoom
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 from Fr Jamie McMorrin.
Monday 22 December: Reflection from Archbishop Leo Cushley.

Celebrating the Gift of Life
2025-12-27 12:00 - 13:00 | St Margaret’s Chapel, The Gillis Centre, Edinburgh, City, EH9 1BB, United Kingdom
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

Holy Year talks
2025-12-28 16:30 - 17:30 | Carmelite Convent, Hot Pot Wynd, Dysart, KY1 2TF, Dysart, KY1 2TF, United Kingdom
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 of Incarnate Word

Diploma in Catechetics 2026
2026-01-22 19:30 - 20:30 | City of Edinburgh
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, and regular one-to-one support.
Its aim is to help you renew or initiate your understanding of the Catholic faith and through Jesus Christ, share more deeply in the life of God.
Need to know:

The 36-week course begins on Thursday 22 January 2026 and ends Thursday 3 December 2026, with a July-August summer break.
Sessions are hosted by Sr Miriam Ruth RSM and delivered by a range of expert speakers.
Content includes: the nature of God, the human person, vocation, salvation history, the Scriptures, Redemption, sacraments, and grace.
Sessions are on Zoom webinar and take place each Thursday at 7:30pm (1hr max).
Not available Thursday nights? Catch-up by watching the YouTube recording.
One-to-one sessions are on Microsoft Teams with Sr Miriam Ruth, RSM or another course guide after after each module.
People of all denominations and faiths are welcome.

TESTIMONIALS
“This online course has been an excellent experience, combining clear structure with engaging content. I’ve genuinely valued the opportunity to deepen the understanding of my faith in such an accessible format.” – Marco P, Aberdeen
“I have learned so much. Signing up is one of the best decisions I have made .” – Melissa M, Glasgow
“I have been raised within the Catholic Church and thought I knew it all. I realised, however, that I was “living in a dimmed room” and this diploma slowly turned on the light. The course and the resources provided have shown me how I am part of the story of Salvation and what can be more exciting than knowing how we fit into the greatest story ever told.” – Clayton M, Tullibody
More details on the registration page. Questions? Email srmiriam.ruth@staned.org.uk

EXPLORE - Discernment Group for Young Women
2026-01-25 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-02-22 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-03-29 16:00 - 19:00 | St Columba’s, 9 Upper Gray Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH9 1SN
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 dates:

4pm-7pm, Sunday 25 January 2026
4pm-7pm, Sunday 22 February 2026
4pm-7pm, Sunday 29 March 2026
4pm-7pm, Sunday 26 April 2026

To register or find out more, please email Sr Mirjam Hugens FSO religiousvocations@staned.org.uk

Catholic Women Writers: Voices from Scotland & Beyond
2026-02-11 17:45 - 20:30 | Gillis Centre, 100 Strathearn Road, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, EH9 1BB, United Kingdom
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 with light refreshments provided. Registration is required as spaces are limited. For attending Secondary School Teachers, free resources are available to support incorporation of the talks into lesson plans for RME, RMPS and English.
This event is organised by Dr Linden Bicket, Dr Stephen Dolan, and Dr Rebekah Lamb Varela.Co-hosted by the Universities of Edinburgh, St Andrews, and St Mary’s Twickenham, and sponsored by the Royal Society of Edinburgh (RSE) and St Mary’s.

Afternoon Retreat for Couples
2026-02-14 14:00 - 17:00 | St Kentigern’s, 26-28 Parkgrove Avenue, Edinburgh, EH4 7QR, United Kingdom
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” at the heart of marriage.
It is presented by acclaimed playwright and theatre-maker Stephen Callaghan and wife Rachel Callaghan.
Through dramatic excerpts, reflection, and personal testimony, Stephen and Rachel share how the wisdom of the Playwright-Pope has profoundly shaped their own journey as a married couple.
Stephen Callaghan is Creative Director of the Archdiocese of Glasgow Arts Project (AGAP) and an internationally recognised playwright, performer & theatre-maker. He has written extensively on faith-related subjects with works including The Margaret Sinclair Story (2016) and Pilgrim of Hope (2025). His play Gaudi: God’s Architect (2024) was a sell-out success at the Edinburgh Fringe.
Rachel Callaghan is a trained theatre director and actor, and a founding member of Catholic Mothers Barrhead, bringing both artistic insight and lived experience of marriage and family life.
This FREE event is titled ‘The Human Drama, Reflecting on the Gift of Marriage through the Plays of Saint Pope John Paul II.’ It is an afternoon retreat for married (and engaged) couples, organised by the Marriage & Families Commission of the Archdiocese of St Andrews & Edinburgh. This retreat includes Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament readings and prayers relevant to the vocation of marriage. Questions? Contact VEMarriage@staned.org.uk
INFO
Parking
Each person attending must register. There are around 20 space in the Church car park for around 20
Crèche
There will be a crèche available for children of primary school age and older. If you are bringing a child please let us know.
Tickets
Each person attending needs to register (so that we have all attendee names).
Transport
St Kentigern’s is located at 26 Parkgrove Avenue Edinburgh, Edinburgh, EH4 7QR.
By car: St Kentigern’s has a car park which is free and has around 20 spaces. There is free parking in surrounding streets.
By bus: From Edinburgh, you can take the X58, X54, X55, X61, which stops at Barnton Junction. From there it is a 10 minute walk to the Church at 26 Parkgrove Avenue. We recommend using the Lothian Buses app for routes/times.
From Fife, you can take buses including the X55 and X58 which also stops at Barnton junction.

Mass in honour of Our Lady of Lourdes
2026-02-15 15:00 - 16:00 | St Cuthbert’s, 104 Slateford Road, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, EH14 1PT, United Kingdom
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.

Day of Prayer for those who have Suffered Abuse
2026-02-20 | City of Edinburgh
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.
Prayer resources will be provided by the Scottish National Liturgical Commission on behalf of the Bishops’ Conference of Scotland for use in parish churches and faith communities across Scotland.

Remembering Service
2026-02-22 17:00 - 18:00 | St John the Baptist Church, 37 St Ninian's Road, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, EH12 8AL, United Kingdom
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 John the Baptist RC Church, Corstorphine, 37 St Ninian’s Road, Edinburgh, EH12 8AL.
This service may be helpful to anyone who feels that they have not had the opportunity to fully acknowledge and grieve for their loss.

Stations of the Cross
2026-02-23 19:45 - 20:15 | Zoom
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.

Lenten Book Read: The Practice of the Presence of God
2026-02-26 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-03-05 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-03-12 11:00 - 12:00 | St Mary’s Cathedral, Broughton Street, Edinburgh, EH1 3JR, United Kingdom
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, or online on Sundays at 7:00pm, 1 March, 8 March and 15 March.
If you are interested in jtaking part, please email newmdar@gmail.com Upon registration, book details will be provided.

Courageous Heart: for Girls S3-S6
2026-02-28 10:00 - 15:00 | St Andrew’s, 77 Belford Rd, Edinburgh, EH4 3DS, United Kingdom
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). Please RSVP and request a parent permission form by emailing edinburgh@almamercy.org (or call 0131 343 3380) by 24 February. Free event.

Lenten Book Read: The Practice of the Presence of God (ONLINE)
2026-03-01 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-03-08 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-03-15 19:00 - 20:00 | St Mary’s Cathedral, Broughton Street, Edinburgh, EH1 3JR, United Kingdom

Stations of the Cross
2026-03-02 19:45 - 20:15 | Zoom
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.

World Day of Prayer 2026
2026-03-06 | City of Edinburgh
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 your area. More information at www.wdpscotland.org.uk.
The service for 2026 was written by a group of ecumenical Nigerian Christian women. Nigeria has a population of over 211 million with over 250 ethnic groups; the three largest are the Hausa-Fulani, Yoruba and Igbo. Christianity is a major religious influence.
The writers of this service call us to find rest in God.
The women explore different kinds of burden to help us understand both the weight of human suffering and the depths of divine compassion for those who are weary. T
hree women share their stories speaking to us about the suffering of widows, the shadow of religious persecution and the burdens of poverty which can bring despair. Their experiences show us how God provides rest through support from their community and their faith and hope in God.
The World Day of Prayer is for everyone – men, women and young people.
A warm welcome awaits you at your local service, and you are invited to share your faith, joy and hopes.

Cardinal Winning Lecture
2026-03-07 11:00 - 12:00 | Glasgow University, Glasgow
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 of Glasgow, G12 8QQ
Programme
9:30am – Mass, celebrated by Bishop John Keenan (University Chapel)
10:15am – Light refreshments (Fore Hall, Room 256)
11:00am – Lecture followed by Q&A (Humanity Lecture Theatre, Room 255)
12:20pm – Prayer
12:30pm – Lunch (Fore Hall)
Reserve your place here: https://buytickets.at/standrewsfoundation/2035593

The Calix Society - Talk on Life of Venerable Matt Talbot
2026-03-07 13:30 - 14:30 | St Patrick’s Church, 5 South Gray's Close, 40 High Street,, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, EH1 1NA, United Kingdom
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 March at 1:30pm in St Patrick’s Church in The Cowgate.
Join them for prayer, fellowship and refreshments.

About Matt Talbot

Born into poverty, Talbot began drinking excessively at age 12 while working for a wine merchant. By 13, he was a confirmed alcoholic and spent 16 years squandering his wages on drink, even pawning his boots for alcohol.
In 1884, at age 28, a penniless Talbot was ignored by his drinking friends outside a pub. Disgusted, he returned home and told his mother he was going to “take the pledge“—a solemn promise to abstain from alcohol.
He maintained sobriety for the remaining 41 years of his life through a rigorous regime of daily Mass, prayer, and penance. He was a member of the Secular Franciscan Order (Third Order) and became a self-taught student of theology and mysticism
Event organised by the The Calix Society. Email calixedinburgh@gmail.com

Stations of the Cross
2026-03-09 19:45 - 20:15 | Zoom
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.

SOLD OUT: What's Happening at Mass
2026-03-14 09:30 - 16:00 | Gillis Centre, 100 Strathearn Road, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, EH9 1BB, United Kingdom
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 hear and say, and ultimately what we do at Mass.
By better understanding the Mass we can give more to it and get more out of it. Full event schedule on the registration page.
Event organised by the Catechetics Commission of The Archdiocese of St Andrews & Edinburgh. Questions? Email srmiriam.ruth@staned.org.uk

Stations of the Cross
2026-03-16 19:45 - 20:15 | Zoom
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 Andrews & Edinburgh as Catechetic Advisor.

The Seven Last Words of Jesus
2026-03-20 18:30 - 19:30 | St Patrick’s Church, 5 South Gray's Close, 40 High Street,, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, EH1 1NA, United Kingdom
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).

Stations of the Cross
2026-03-23 19:45 - 20:15 | Zoom
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.
