On Sunday, 21st September 2025, Bishop Andrew McKenzie celebrated Mass with the Sacrament of Confirmation at Our Lady of Perpetual Succour, Auchterarder. At the conclusion of the Mass, the Bishop blessed the church’s …
Annual Vocations Mass with St John’s High School
The pupils and staff of St John’s RC High School were delighted to join with Bishop Andrew, Fr Jim Walls, Vocations Director, clergy, schools and parishes from across the diocese at the …
St John’s H.S. Dundee – Pilgrims of Hope
Pupils of St John’s RC High School took part in their 3rd annual pilgrimage from the school to the ancient ruins of Balmerino Abbey in Fife. This year, pupils from S6 were joined …
Statement on Gaza and on the Recognition of the State of Palestine by the UK Government
We unite to ask for the immediate cessation of violence and the relief of the suffering of the people in Gaza, and echo the words of Pope Leo in calling for “a …
Scottish National Catholic Youth Pilgrimage draws over 250 young people to Perth
Perth was the focus of Scotland’s Catholic youth today as more than 250 young pilgrims from dioceses across the country gathered for the annual Scottish National Catholic Youth Pilgrimage. This year’s pilgrimage, led …
Mass Lobby to Defeat Assisted Suicide in Scotland
Clare McGraw, diocesan spokesperson for pro-life, has urged Catholics and people of goodwill across Scotland to take part in a mass lobby of the Scottish Parliament to oppose the proposed Assisted Dying …
Dunkeld Representative Backs Call for Ban on Trade with Israeli Settlements
Susan McAllion, Dunkeld’s representative on the Scottish Catholic Church’s National Justice and Peace Commission, has joined international calls for an end to trade with Israeli settlements in the occupied Palestinian territories. “Justice …
Esther’s sacristan’s skills are “learned from the heart”
Esther McNair-Chaplin retires after 25 Years of Service at St John the Baptist, Perth After 25 years of quiet but dedicated service, Esther McNair-Chaplin has stepped down from her role as sacristan …
Support call for Scotland Demands Better March and Rally
Justice & Peace Scotland has announced its support for the Scotland Demands Better campaign, a new national movement coordinated by the Poverty Alliance and backed by more than 100 organisations across the country. The …