FESTIVAL MASS: Archbishop’s Homily
Homily of Archbishop Leo Cushley of St Andrews & Edinburgh, Festival Mass, St Mary’s Metropolitan Cathedral, Sunday 10 August 2025. (All images Ieva Marija Photography). *** My dear friends, A warm welcome to our Cathedral on the happy occasion of the Edinburgh International Festival. In your name, I’m pleased to give a very warm welcome […]
Archbishop on two remarkable Catholics
Archbishop Cushley appeared on BBC Radio Scotland’s Thought for the Day this morning to discuss two Catholics from bygone Edinburgh whose legacy of faith continues to inspire. Here is the transcript: “Tomorrow sees the release of Edinburgh’s First Hibernian. It’s a new biography by Mike Hennessy, telling the story of Canon Edward Joseph Hannan—a man […]
Explore faith in the hit musicals
A special concert will give a fascinating insight into the spirituality that can be found in some of the most popular musicals. Faith in the Footlights features world expert Professor Bradley and the Schola Cantorum of St Mary’s Catholic Cathedral, combining live presentation and musical performance. The concert will uncover some of the spiritual resonances of […]
Life story of ‘Hibs priest’ set for launch
The life story of the Edinburgh priest who helped found Hibernian FC and who helped the poor and destitute in the city will be released next month Edinburgh’s First Hibernian is the first biography of Edward Hannan, who rose from poverty in rural Ireland to become one of the most influential figures in 19th-century Edinburgh. […]
Archbishop Leo meets Pope Leo in Rome
Archbishop Leo offered the “prayers and affection” of everyone in the Archdiocese when he met Pope Leo XIV in Rome this week. The happy encounter took place at St Peter’s Basilica on Tuesday after a Mass for digital missionaries and Catholic influencers. He said: “It was a great honour to meet the Holy Father. “He […]
Theresa honoured as Dame of St Gregory the Great
Congratulations to Theresa Muldoon, who has been made a Papal Dame in recognition of her service and dedication to the Archdiocese for over 40 years. Theresa, a parishioner of St Catherine’s in Gracemount, received the insignia of St Gregory the Great at St Bennet’s in Edinburgh on Saturday, where she works as housekeeper. Archbishop Cushley […]
Archbishop celebrates Mass for trainee Deacons
Archbishop Cushley visited St Mary’s Monastery in Kinnoull, Perth, to offer support and encouragement for men training to become deacons. He celebrated Mass with permanent deacons, trainees and aspirants (those who have expressed an interest in joining the training programme). Deacon Peter Traynor, of St Mary’s Catholic Cathedral, Edinburgh, said: “It’s an opportunity to gather […]
Historic city churches walking trail unveiled
A walking trail celebrating some of Edinburgh’s best-loved and most historic churches has been launched. Ten of the city’s architectural jewels and spiritual havens feature in the Edinburgh City Centre Historic Churches Walking Trail, which leads from the Royal Mile to the New Town and the West End. The trail includes two Catholic Churches: St […]
Congratulations to theology graduates!
Congratulations to the graduates of the Applied Catholic Theology MA of St Mary’s University, Twickenham (SMU). They gathered with friends and family at St Margaret’s Chapel at The Gillis Centre, Edinburgh, yesterday (Tuesday 22 July) for a ceremony and prayer service led by Monsignor Jeremy Milne. Graduates included Fr Isaac Oshoma (priest at Our Lady […]
WATCH: Vatican reporter shares comms tips
The Vatican Correspondent for EWTN News joined us for our Effective Parish Communications webinar on Saturday. Colm Flynn shared his thoughts on the importance of media in evangelisation, drawing on his extensive experience. Watch below or on YouTube. . You can watch brief highlight videos on our playlist below. Full playlist available on YouTube. Colm […]