Feast of the Epiphany 2026 There is a zoo in Mexico which I visited a few years ago, and it has one exhibit which is labelled “the most dangerous animal on the planet”. As you look in to the enclosure to see that animal, you see yourself. For what is in the enclosure is a mirror, and the most dangerous …
Scottish Bishops statement on Religious Opt-out provision
The Scottish Parliament is currently considering amendments to the Children (Withdrawal from Religious Education and Amendment of UNCRC Compatibility Duty) (Scotland) Bill, which would seek to change the current religious opt-out provisions in Scottish schools. A spokesperson for Scotland’s Catholic Bishops said the Church is disappointed and confused with the Scottish Parliament Equalities, Human Rights and Civil Justice Committee’s decision to agree …
Christmas and New Year Masses 2025/6
Parish Wednesday 24th December Christmas Day Wednesday 31st December Thursday 1st January St Andrew’s Cathedral,Dundee 12am, Midnight Mass 11am 6pm 1pm 11am St Clement’s,Dundee 9.30am 9.30am St Columba’s,Dundee 5.30pm Vigil 9am St Mary’s Lochee, Dundee 6.30pm Carol Service7pm Vigil 11am 10.30pm Prayers for Peace 11pm Mass 11am St Joseph’s,Dundee 7pm Vigil 11am 5pm 11am Ss Leonard & Fergus,Dundee 12am, Midnight Mass …
Dunkeld News – December 2025
Welcome to the Advent 2025 edition of the Dunkeld News. I was delighted with the feedback we received for our first edition, with the smiling face of our Holy Father on the front page. My thanks to all the team for their hard work producing it. As we enter a holy season of the year preparing for Christ to be …
Annual Safeguarding Statement 2025
Dear Brothers and Sisters, It falls to me as Bishop to make our Annual Safeguarding Statement and to renew our commitment to the support of survivors of all forms of abuse. As always, our goal is to nurture a culture of care within our Diocese by demonstrating a shared commitment to creating safe church environments, offering shelter, support, and compassion …
St Pius X Primary is saved from closure
Following from the decision by the Scottish Government not to close St Pius X Primary School, Bishop Andrew McKenzie said: “The Diocese of Dunkeld welcomes the decision of the Scottish Government not to close St. Pius X Primary School, Douglas, Dundee. The diocese wishes to thank members of the school community, teachers, parents and pupils, for their support for the …
Pupils’ Artwork Showcases Parish’s Renewed Mission
Pupils from St Paul’s RC Academy, Dundee, have played a central role in helping St Columba’s Parish display its newly adopted Vision and Mission Statement, following the parish’s engagement with the Divine Renovation programme. Pictured with one of the completed banners are (L–R): Martyna Wojnicz, Maja Grzejdak, Anna Ward, and Cerys Mills. After completing the Divine Renovation initiative, parish leaders hoped …
Lourdes Christmas Raffle
For our latest fund raising effort Dunkeld Lourdes Service are raffling this excellent Christmas Hamper. Entries are £2 each and should be sent to Dunkeld Lourdes Service account number 14057861 sort code 802260. Please send your details to dunkeld@pobox.com or phone 0801 227443.
Bishops’ Conference of Scotland announces new General Secretary
The Bishops of Scotland welcome Luisa Campbell to the office of General Secretary of the Bishops’ Conference of Scotland from February 2026, when Fr. Gerry Maguiness completes his second term of office. In parallel with her working career, Luisa has been actively involved in the life of the Church in Scotland at both parish and diocesan level in the areas …