Archdiocese of

St. Andrews & Edinburgh

Archdiocese of

St. Andrews & Edinburgh

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 […]

Preparing to become Catholic in St Andrews

The Rite of Election took place at St James’ Parish in St Andrews last night – with 42 people preparing to become Catholic. Archbishop Cushley said: “It was such a […]

Events update

Chrism Mass The Mass of Chrism is a powerful moment in the life of the Church, where priests renew their promises and the oils used in the sacraments are blessed. […]

Bishops release briefing pack for Scottish Election

The Bishops’ Conference of Scotland has published an Election Briefing Pack ahead of the 2026 Scottish Parliament election. View it here. This comprehensive resource aims to guide Catholics in Scotland to […]