Bishop John Keenan said, “Liberal Democrat MSP, Liam McArthur, has today published a damaging bill which attacks human dignity and introduces a dangerous idea that a citizen can lose their value and worth. “The Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults (Scotland) Bill may refer to ‘assisted dying’, but this is a euphemistic term which doesn’t accurately describe the reality. Assisted …
Mass of Chrism
Photos courtesy of Eddie Mahonney
Culture of Life theme at SPUC Afternoon for Life
The SPUC Afternoon for Life, held on Saturday 18th March at the Pastoral Centre at Our Lady of Victories, saw over 60 delegates gather to support pro-life work in the Diocese. Three speakers gave talks aimed at promoting what St John Paul called the ‘Culture of Life’. Dr Gillian Wright from Our Duty of Care updated on the progress of Liam McArthur’s Assisted …
Appeal for support with Lourdes Pilgrims
Are you a nurse or healthcare provider? Could you join Dunkeld Lourdes Pilgrimage Nursing Team from 12th to 19th July 2024? For information please email mrskimberleyblack@hotmail.com or call 07947 837 289
Synod update
The Pastoral Centre at St Mary’s Forebank , Dundee, was the setting for a Lenten Retreat Day led by Canon Kevin Golden. The theme was taken from St Paul’s letter to the Corinthians, “The temple of God is holy… and you are that temple.” During the opening session, an update on the Synod on Synodality was presented by Maureen Ruddy …
Dunkeld Lourdes Pilgrimage 2024
Bookings are now being accepted for Dunkeld Diocese’s 2024 Lourdes Pilgrimage (12-19th July) for more information please contact dunkeld@pobox.com or phone 07801 227 443. Many people may not be aware that as part of our pilgrimage we have nurses, volunteer helpers and separate accommodation for anyone who needs assistance to make the trip. If you, or if you know of anyone, who …
Scots’ Walking Pilgrimage to Prepare for Holy Year 2025
In preparation for the Holy Year, a walking pilgrimage from Motherwell Cathedral to St Andrews is being organised. This is a distance of about 110 miles (175 km) and will be walked over 10 Tuesdays starting on the 2nd of April 2024. For more information visit the Holy Year Scotland 2025 Facebook Page on or email info@holyyear2025.org.uk or contact Jim McKelvie on 07957 847290. “In preparation for the …