Church prepares to welcome new Catholics
Across Scotland large numbers will be received into the Church at tonight’s Easter Vigil. It is an encouraging sign of growth and renewal in our Catholic faith, writes the Bishops […]
Good Friday: ‘Eternal salvation for those who obey Him’
Here is the Homily of Archbishop Cushley for Friday of the Passion of the Lord at St Mary’s Metropolitan Cathedral, Edinburgh. “My dear friends, today we continue our solemn journey […]
The ‘weight and grandeur’ of the Sacred Triduum
Here is the homily of Archbishop Leo Cushley from Thursday of the Lord’s Supper at St Mary’s Metropolitan Cathedral, Edinburgh. “My dear friends, tonight we begin our solemn journey as […]
Holy Thursday: Catholic documentary on BBC One
Holy Thursday sees Catholic content on the BBC with the broadcast of Harry Clark Goes to Rome. The documentary explores a Catholic’s role in the modern world, support for those […]
Chrism Mass: called to be servant leaders
Here is the homily of Archbishop Leo Cushley from last night’s Chrism Mass (31 March) at St Mary’s Metropolitan Cathedral, Edinburgh. The Chrism Mass is the annual liturgy in which […]
Watch: Holy Week reflection from Fr Federico
As we approach the Sacred Triduum, we share this reflection from Fr Federico Dundas SJS. The recording is from our Lenten Stations of the Cross which took place each Monday […]
Archbishop visits Victoria Hospital in Kirkcaldy
Archbishop Cushley has praised the “care, dedication and professionalism” of staff following a visit to Victoria Hospital in Kirkcaldy. He said: “Hospital chaplaincy plays a vital role in supporting patients, […]
Canon Agnew celebrates 65 years as a priest
Congratulations to Canon John Agnew who is celebrating the 65th anniversary of his priestly ordination. Canon Agnew (87) was ordained at St Mary’s Cathedral, Edinburgh, in 1961 and began his […]
Confession times in the Archdiocese
As we approach Easter, the Sacrament of Confession offers an opportunity to repent, and renew our relationship with God. Through this sacrament, we encounter God’s mercy, receiving forgiveness and the […]
Holy Week and Easter at the Cathedral
Here is the schedule for Holy Week and Easter at St Mary’s Cathedral in Edinburgh. Sunday, 29 March (Palm Sunday)6.00pm (Vigil Mass on Saturday)9.00am, 12 Noon and 7.30pmPolish: 10.30am and […]