The Rt Rev Kevin Pearson, Bishop of Glasgow and Galloway, is pleased to announce the appointment of the Rev Wilhelmina Nesbitt, Rector of St John’s, Greenock, as the newest canon of St Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral, Glasgow. Willi has served in the Diocese since 2017, in a journey of ordained ministry spanning over two decades from… Continue reading The Rev Wilhelmina Nesbitt Appointed as New Canon

The Rev Canon Stuart Bain (member of All Saints, Challoch) introduces the newly formed Diocesan Environment Group as part of the wider Net Zero Action Plan of the Scottish Episcopal Church. Stuart writes: “Some of the abiding images of this summer have been the catastrophic wildfires in many places across the world, allied to record-breaking… Continue reading Introducing the Diocesan Environment Group

Doors Open Days is Scotland’s largest free festival that celebrates places and stories, new and old. This September, across the country doors will be opened wide, welcoming visitors to uncover hidden gems and experience familiar places through fresh eyes. And the best part? All Doors Open Days events and activities are free! During Doors Open… Continue reading Doors Open Days 2023

St Augustine’s Dumbarton will be celebrating their 150th anniversary with a range of events starting this Sunday 27 August and running until Thursday 31 August. All are welcome! Please share far and wide! •Sunday 27 August at 11am – Patronal Festival Eucharist presided by Bishop Kevin: pipes, bells & smells, followed by festive lunch. (please… Continue reading St Augustine’s, Dumbarton Prepares for 150th Anniversary Celebration

People from across the diocese gathered together for a service of Celebration of Lay Ministries with the Renewal of the Ministry of Eucharistic Assistants led by Bishop Kevin at St Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral, Glasgow today (19 August 2023). The sermon was preached by the Rev Canon Gordon Fyfe, Bishop’s Advisor in Lay Ministries. A recording… Continue reading Celebration of Lay Ministries 2023

On Sunday 13 August 2023, family, friends, colleagues and supporters of Lilias Graham gathered at St Mary’s Episcopal Church, Dunblane in the Diocese of St Andrews, Dunkeld and Dunblane , with members of local churches and those who continue her work in Glasgow and at Braendam House to commemorate her life and ministry fifteen years… Continue reading Lilias Graham: Inaugural Commemoration Service at St Mary’s, Dunblane

Earlier today, Bishop Kevin presided at the Mothers’ Union Festival at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, Ayr. During the service, two new members were enrolled and greeted by representatives of the branches across the diocese, promising to welcome, support, and pray for each other. There was a retiral collection for the Away From It All MU… Continue reading Mothers’ Union Festival 2023

It is with great sadness that the College of Bishops today announces the death of the Right Reverend Dr Keith Riglin, Bishop of Argyll & The Isles. Bishop Keith died peacefully with family at his side today (24 September) at the Royal Alexandra Hospital in Paisley following a short illness. The Most Rev Mark Strange,… Continue reading Bishop Keith Riglin RIP (1957-2023)

The Rev Canon Oliver Brewer-Lennon, Vice-Provost of St Mary’s Cathedral, Glasgow, leads a Celebration of the Eucharist. Music during the service is led by the Choir of St Mary’s, under the direction of Frikki Walker, Director of Music. The service follows the 1982 Scottish Liturgy which can be downloaded here. You can join the service… Continue reading Online Worship: 24 September

The provincial Standing Committee announced via an email to General Synod Members this morning that the date of General Synod 2024 has been changed, and will now take place on 13-15 June, instead of 6-8 June as originally planned.  According to the email the decision has “become necessary because of large-scale concerts happening in Edinburgh… Continue reading Dates of General Synod 2024 announced