Advent Day – open to all

Events

Join us for a gentle introduction to the new Liturgical year with the Gospel of Luke and an opportunity to hear the vision of our beloved Holy Father Pope Francis for our Church at this time. It will take place at the new Pastoral Centre, the hall of St Mary’s, Forebank, Church, Forebank Road, on Saturday 4 December at 10am. You are …

Mass for Deceased Priests

Coming anniversary dates

Mass

Masses for deceased Priests who have died since the pandemic for whom we were unable to celebrate the full Requiem Mass with a full congregation: Mgr Charles Hendry RIP – Mass will be offered for Mgr Hendry on Thursday, 25th November, 2021 at 7pm in St John the Baptist’s, Perth.   First Anniversary Mass for Bishop Emeritus Vincent Logan RIP on Friday, 14th January, …

Progress made but time is running out

Press releases

As the COP26 Climate Conference draws to a close in Glasgow, Scotland, the Holy See’s delegation at the summit expresses its appreciation for the commitments states have made in the battle against climate change. However, the delegation also reiterates the need for agreement on a clear roadmap to fill gaps that have emerged. By Vatican News staff reporter In a …

Advent Journey in Perth

Parish News

St John the Baptist RC Church, Perth, welcomes Fr Martin Pletts and St James’ Worship and Praise Band as they support the parish’s Advent Journey with Our Lady on Saturday 4th December. The day begins with quiet prayer, then Holy Mass at 10am. In his reflection, Fr Pletts will look at ‘Our Lady and Her role in our lives as …

Mass for Deceased Priests

Annual Mass for the Deceased Bishops, Priests and Deacons of Dunkeld Diocese

Press release, Streaming

Priests from across the diocese gathered to celebrate Mass with Bishop Stephen Robson at 12 noon on Thursday 11th November, 2021. The occasion was the Annual Mass for the Deceased Bishops, Priests and Deacons of Dunkeld Diocese. In his opening prayers, Bishop Stephen named his predecessor, Bishop Vincent Logan, who died earlier this year, and Fr Jim McCruden, Fr Tony …

COVID-19 measures update

Press releases

On 9th November 2021 – the Bishops of Scotland gave the following update on the measures in place in our churches to ensure Responsibility and Respect for Others in the Body of Christ A short guide for parishes beyond Level Zero On Monday 9th August the Scottish Government lifted almost every restriction that has shaped parish life since March 2020. What …