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 …
News from the Bishops Conference Justice & Peace Commission
Ahead of this weekend’s National Commission meeting, please find attached the Justice & Peace Scotland Annual Report 2025 for your information. We hope you enjoy looking back over the highlights and successes of the year. Please feel free to forward on and share with your contacts, networks and groups
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 …
MSPs Reject Key Amendments to Assisted Suicide Bill
MSPs Reject Key Amendments to Assisted Suicide Bill The Catholic Parliamentary Office has published a summary of the latest committee session for the Assisted Dying Bill. The Committee has rejected a raft of amendments that would have tightened eligibility and put important safeguards in place for vulnerable individuals. The committee controversially rejected an amendment that would restrict eligibility to those with six months …