Clergy appointments announced
Archbishop Leo Cushley has announced the following clergy appointments. Effective immediately: The Reverend Martin ECKERSLEY to become Assistant Priest at St Mary’s, Stirling. Effective 1 July 2024: The Reverend Edward WANAT SDS to retire; The Reverend Jinesh MATHEW to become Administrator of St Mary’s, Haddington, & St Gabriel’s, Prestonpans; The Very Reverend Scott DEELEY VE […]
WATCH: Assisted dying in Canada – a warning to Scotland
The dangers of assisted suicide were highlighted last night (13 June) by Ramona Coelho, a doctor based in Canada which has Medical Assistance in Dying. She shares harrowing accounts of how the most vulnerable people in society, including the disabled, the elderly and those with mental health issues – are particularly at risk. Watch below […]
Join us in Dunfermline for the St Margaret Pilgrimage
Join hundreds of people in Dunfermline this Sunday (23 June) for the St Margaret Pilgrimage. The annual event sees the return of the popular procession through the city centre led by Archbishop Leo Cushley. He said: “St Margaret’s influence and legacy is extraordinary and much of her work was done in the historic capital of […]
Scottish Parliament votes to criminalise peaceful prayer vigils
MSPs have voted to criminalise pro-life vigils around hospitals and clinics where abortions are performed. Despite repeated warnings from the Catholic Parliamentary Office and other pro-life organisations about the negative impact on fundamental rights, including the freedom to pray, 118 MSPs voted in favour of the Abortion Services (Safe Access Zones) (Scotland) Bill, with just […]
Pastoral Letter for Day for Life
Bishop John Keenan is calling on Catholics to renew their commitment to opposing attempts to introduce assisted suicide in Scotland. He made the comments in a pastoral letter to be shared with Catholics this Sunday to mark the annual Day for Life. Bishop John, of Paisley Diocese, has episcopal responsibility for Life Issues in Scotland. He […]
GALLERY: Celebrating the Caritas Awards!
Archbishop Cushley has congratulated senior pupils from across the Archdiocese for their charitable work in the church and community. He attended the The 10th Annual Caritas award ceremony at the Clyde Auditorium on Monday (3 June). He was joined by Archbishop Bill Nolan (Glasgow), Bishop Joe Toal (Motherwell), Bishop Brian McGee (Argyll & the Isles) […]
WATCH: Corpus Christi Procession in Edinburgh
A Corpus Christi procession took place on the streets of Scotland’s capital today (Sunday 2 June) as a public witness to our faith in Jesus Christ. The procession, organised by the Archdiocese, began at St Patrick’s Church in The Cowgate, before heading onto the Royal Mile, with participants singing hymns in praise of Jesus. It […]
GALLERY: Mass for Married & Engaged Couples
Archbishop Cushley celebrated Mass for Married & Engaged Couples at St Mary’s Cathedral in Edinburgh last night (Wednesday 29 May) . The annual event sees couples come before the Lord to reflect on the beautiful Catholic vision for marriage and family life, thanksgiving for the gift of this calling, and prayer for the blessing of […]
Pope Francis appoints new Bishop of Dunkeld
Pope Francis had nominated Fr Andrew McKenzie as the new Bishop of the Diocese of Dunkeld. Following the sad passing of Bishop-elect Martin Chambers he will succeed Bishop Stephen Robson who was Bishop of Dunkeld from 2013 to 2022. Fr Andrew said: “I am humbled by the trust that Pope Francis has placed in me […]
Study Theology in Edinburgh (Webinar)
Join our webinar to discover all about the forthcoming MA in Applied Catholic Theology Course at St Mary’s University’s Scottish campus in Edinburgh. It takes place on Wednesday 29 May from 6:00pm to 7:00pm on Zoom. Register at bit.ly/theologywebinar The 60-minute session includes: Testimonial from a student. A chance to hear from course leaders. Info […]