The General Synod of the Church of England met at the University of York for their summer sessions from 11 to 15 July. The Rt Rev David Railton, Bishop of Argyll & The Isles attended the meeting as the ecumenical representative from the Scottish Episcopal Church, accompanied by Miriam Weibye, the SEC Church Relations Officer… Continue reading Bishop David reports from Church of England Synod
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Bishop Nick Reappoints Diocesan Makar
Bishop Nick is delighted to announce the reappointment of the Rev Kirstin Freeman as Makar of the Diocese of Glasgow and Galloway. Building on the previous four years in this role, Kirstin will continue to mark significant diocesan events with poetry and art that invite reflection and deepen our journey of faith. This reappointment affirms… Continue reading Bishop Nick Reappoints Diocesan Makar
SEC Deacon visits young mothers project in Kenya
The Rev Dr Val Cameron, a deacon in the Scottish Episcopal Church, recently visited the Vitality Bridge in Naivasha, a town in the Diocese of Nakuru in the Anglican Church of Kenya. The Vitality Bridge is a project set up by local deacons which aims to assist teenagers back to school or into vocational training… Continue reading SEC Deacon visits young mothers project in Kenya
LGBTQ+ Episcopalians and Friends Invited to Join Glasgow Pride 2025
The Scottish Episcopal Church Welcomes You! Glasgow’s Pride March 2025 takes place on Saturday, 19 July. A group of LGBTQ+ Episcopalians and friends will join. You are invited too! At 9.30am, St Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral, Glasgow (300 Great Western Rd, G4 9JB) will host a Pride morning prayer service, you can join us there or… Continue reading LGBTQ+ Episcopalians and Friends Invited to Join Glasgow Pride 2025
Rector for Christ Church, Dalbeattie and St Ninian’s, Castle Douglas
Scottish Episcopal Church United Diocese of Glasgow & Galloway Christ Church, Dalbeattie and St Ninian’s, Castle Douglas Is God calling you to ministry in beautiful southwest Scotland? RECTOR (full-time) We seek a Rector for our two congregations who: •has an approachable personality with a genuine commitment to nurturing the spiritual lives of others •is a… Continue reading Rector for Christ Church, Dalbeattie and St Ninian’s, Castle Douglas
New Vice-Provost Installed at St Mary’s Cathedral, Glasgow
The Rev Canon Sarah Shaw was installed as Vice-Provost of St Mary’s Cathedral at a special Choral Evensong service on 8 June 2025. Livestream recording: here. Find more photos on our Facebook page: here. St Mary’s Cathedral in Glasgow was delighted to announce the appointment of the Rev Canon Sarah Shaw as the new Vice-Provost… Continue reading New Vice-Provost Installed at St Mary’s Cathedral, Glasgow
Retirement of Christine Hughes, our Office Manager
Our Office Manager and Bishop’s PA, Mrs Christine Hughes, retires today, marking the end of an era at the Glasgow and Galloway Diocesan Office. For over 20 years, she has often been the first port of call for clergy and laity alike, managing myriad requests and responsibilities. Christine joined the Diocese on 6 July 2004.… Continue reading Retirement of Christine Hughes, our Office Manager
Marking the Fifth Anniversary of the Killing of George Floyd
A service marking the fifth anniversary of the killing of George Floyd took place on Sunday, 25 May, at St John’s Church, Waterloo Road, London. A copy of the service booklet can be downloaded here. Bishop Nick represented the Scottish Episcopal Church, serving as one of the co-celebrants alongside ecumenical colleagues. He led the… Continue reading Marking the Fifth Anniversary of the Killing of George Floyd
Vice-Provost to Lead Acts of Worship on BBC Radio Scotland
The Rev Canon Sarah Shaw, Vice-Provost of St Mary’s Cathedral, Glasgow will lead four acts of worship on BBC Radio Scotland’s New Every Sunday programme, beginning on 29 June at 7am. Commenting, Canon Sarah said: “I’m excited to be presenting New Every Sunday on BBC Radio Scotland over the next four weeks. The series is… Continue reading Vice-Provost to Lead Acts of Worship on BBC Radio Scotland
Second General Synod to be held in September
The General Synod of the Scottish Episcopal Church will meet for a second time this year for the specific purpose of making an amendment to the Canon for electing bishops in time for use during a forthcoming episcopal vacancy. The meeting, which will take place online, will take place on Tuesday 9 September and is… Continue reading Second General Synod to be held in September