2nd March 2020 We have all been following this tragic epidemic principally in China, but now spread to many other countries, which has resulted in many thousands of infections. The death rate seems to be one death in approximately every 1000 persons infected. Those most vulnerable are the elderly, especially those whose immune system and respiratory systems are compromised, and …
St Mary’s to launch a new postgraduate campus in Edinburgh
St Mary’s University will offer taught Masters courses in Theology and Catholic Education beginning academic year 2020/21. St Mary’s is pleased to announce a partnership with the Archdiocese of St Andrews and Edinburgh which will open up postgraduate provision in Catholic Theology and leadership in Catholic education in Edinburgh. The University and the Archdiocese have agreed arrangements for St Mary’s …
World Day of Prayer for the Sick at Lochee
Mass for the World Day of Prayer for the Sick was celebrated at St Mary’s, The Immaculate Conception, Lochee, Dundee – on the Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes, 11th February 2020. Bishop Stephen Robson was accompanied by St Mary’s Parish Priest, Fr Mark Cassidy, and priests from across the diocese for the Mass which included Anointing of the Sick. …
Our Lady’s RC Primary, Perth
On the Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes, 11th February 2020, Bishop Stephen Robson joined staff and pupils at Our Lady’s RC Primary School, Perth, to celebrate their patronal festival. Headteacher, Mrs Lynn Mendes, welcomed Bishop Stephen to the school and invited him to visit the classes and witness their work. From nursery to P7 there was common thread, Our …
New Safeguarding Training Dates – from January – June 2020
Please intimate these days to all who are due to attend. Parish safeguarding coordinators will able to advise you which session you are due to attend. It is essential for participants to BOOK A PLACE in advance – by calling the Diocesan Centre – 01382 225453 or by emailing reception@dunkelddiocese.org.uk . Once a date has become fully booked it will …
Dundee Italian Community Mass
Members of the Dundee Italian community gathered for their Annual Mass with Bishop Stephen and their chaplain, Mgr Aldo, at St Bride’s Church, Monifieth.
St Paul’s Academy – food hampers and Christmas Carols
Just under 400 items were donated by the families at St Paul’s Academy, Dundee, for this years Christmas Food hampers. 20 boxes were dsitributed throughout the area – with plenty left over to go to our local Foodbank which is run by one of our parents. An added bonus for the recipients was the rendition of “We Wish You a …
Benemerenti for Maria Bartlett
Maria Barltett, a parishioner at St James’, Kinross, was presented with a Papal Award by her parish priest, Fr Martin Pletts, following Sunday Mass on 22nd December 2019. The award of a Benemerenti Medal comes as a recognition of Maria’s great contribution to the life of the Church. Fr Pletts commented, “It is a great service and it is right …