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 …
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, …
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 …
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.…
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 …
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 …
Live online – from St Aloysius Church, Garnethill, Glasgow – 7pm, on Sunday 7th November.
In July 2021, the Bishops of Scotland unanimously ratified the final text of ‘In God’s Image version 2‘ (IGI v2). It came into effect on 8th September and provides each Diocese an “Instruction on Safeguarding for implementation in all Catholic canonical jurisdictions in Scotland and by all other groups and organisations in Scotland subject to a legitimate canonical authority of the Catholic Church”. IGI v2 was …
Pope Francis delivers “Thought for the Day” on Radio 4 The Pope has recorded a “Thought for the Day” message, broadcast at 7.45am on BBC Radio 4 today, Friday, 29 Oct 2021. The message can be heard here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p0b113ly Dear BBC listeners, good morning! Climate change and the Covid-19 pandemic have exposed our deep vulnerability and raised numerous doubts and concerns about our …