EVENT: Find out about life as a religious sister
Young women can find out what life’s like for a nun in a series of Q&A events in Edinburgh. ‘Ask Me Anything’ will feature a religious sister who will chat […]
EVENT: Understanding the Catholic view of assisted suicide
“It’s getting worse” says Dr David Jones, as he discusses the spread of assisted suicide. “We can see that in Belgium and The Netherlands. It’s not only the elderly and […]
New General Secretary for Bishops’ Conference of Scotland
The Bishops of Scotland have appointed Fr Gerard Maguiness to be the new General Secretary of the Bishops’ Conference, writes the Catholic Parliamentary Office. Fr Maguiness is currently Parish Priest […]
SCREENING: Sister Clare, the ‘party animal’ who became a nun
Women across the Archdiocese are invited to a screening of the inspiring story of a former ‘party animal’ who became a nun. Clare Crockett gave up the opportunity of a […]
Education team revamp to benefit schools
The Very Reverend Nick Welsh VE has been appointed the Vicar Episcopal for Catholic Education for the Archdiocese. The post replaces his former role as Head of Schools and he […]
Archbishop heads to Washington DC for translation work
Archbishop Leo Cushley heads to Washington today as part of a week-long stint at the International Commission of English in the Liturgy (ICEL). “I go three times a year for […]
Pro-Life volunteers welcome Edinburgh newborn!
About a boy ? He was born 5:44am Wednesday at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh. pic.twitter.com/ZfO44uezH8 — Archdiocese of St Andrews & Edinburgh (@archedinburgh) January 10, 2020 His mum had […]
Broxburn’s backpack bonanza
There’s been a backpack bonanza in Broxburn to help children in Malawi and Liberia get the best out of school. Nearly 250 bags crammed with items such as pens, notepads, […]
Children’s Liturgy: Feast of the Baptism of the Lord
A guide for those who lead Children’s Liturgy in parishes has been uploaded to this website. Sunday 12 January: Feast of the Baptism of the Lord, Year A. Click here […]
Obituary: James Canon Friel, a loving pastor of souls
The Very Rev James Canon Friel, who has died aged 86, was a loving pastor of souls renowned for his intelligence, love of music and teaching ability. Parishioners at St […]