Bishop Stephen invites you to join him in a short service of Compline during these days of the Covid-19 Pandemic.
Church closure update
Following this evening’s broadcast by the Prime Minister and First Minister, Bishop Stephen gave the following update and a message of support: “We must all ensure from now the complete closure of our churches until further notice. Masses can, and must, continue in private. Where streaming of Mass is possible, well and good, but our places of worship must close for …
Compline – 23rd March
23rd March 2020 Bishop Stephen posts his first video message to the priest and people of the diocese during these days of the Covid-19 pandemic, calling for us to stand together in the challenges that face us. He offers prayers and a blessing for all those who are working in the front line services and those in the primary care …
St Mary’s, Lochee – the work of the Church continues…
Fr Mark Cassidy, St Mary’s Lochee, told Dunkeld News: “We were asked to hold the final public Masses in our churches last Thursday, 19th March, the Solemnity of St Joseph. I am sorry if this caught some of you unaware and you turned up for Mass in the days following. We were only informed of this on Wednesday and it …
Scottish Catholic Observer – free edition this week
Scotland’s national Catholic newspaper will be free this week in response to the suspension of public Masses in churches throughout the country. The Scottish Catholic Observer, which has been keeping the faithful informed since 1885, has distributed the newspaper to parishes across Scotland, waiving the cover price this week as a goodwill gesture. Churches across Scotland announced on Wednesday March …
Parishes remain open for private prayer
Fr Michael Carrie, parish priest at St Patrick’s and St Mary’s, Forebank, in Dundee says: “Following the decision by the Scottish Bishops’ to suspend the public celebration of Mass during the continuing health crisis, I want to reassure you that I will do everything possible to sustain the faith life of our parish communities throughout this time. I urge you …
National Pastoral Letter and Statement from the Bishops’ Conference of Scotland
18 March 2020 Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, In this time of trial, we, the Bishops of Scotland, wish to send you a word of reassurance and encouragement. We are all facing much uncertainty, anxiety and an unpredictable future. This situation touches on every aspect of our lives, individually and collectively. Sacred Scripture calls us repeatedly not to fear …
Our Lady’s help for Gambia
Project Gambia said thanks to Fr Colin Golden and the parishioners of Our Lady of Lourdes, Perth for the very generous donation raised through their aid workers’ visit this weekend, and for the continued support and prayers!
Bishop’s Diary
Sunday, 22nd March, 202011.15am – Holy Mass and Confirmations, St Columba’s Church, Cupar, Fife – CANCELLED Wednesday, 25th March7pm – Holy Mass & Confirmations, St James’ Church, Kinross – CANCELLED Thursday, 26th March7pm – Lourdes Committee Meeting, Diocesan Office – CANCELLED Friday, 27th March 10am – Holy Mass & Papal Award Presentation, The Immaculate Conception Church, Dundee – CANCELLED Sunday, 29th …