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Bishop of Glasgow & Galloway announces his retirement

In delivering his Bishop’s Charge at the Glasgow & Galloway Diocesan Synod on Saturday 12 May, The Rt Rev Dr Gregor Duncan announced his retirement, saying: “For the avoidance of doubt”, I think, is a phrase well-beloved of lawyers. Well, I am not a lawyer, not even a canon lawyer (I have sometimes wished I… Continue reading Bishop of Glasgow & Galloway announces his retirement

Four candidates short-listed in vacancy for new Bishop of Brechin

Four candidates have been short-listed for the office of Bishop of Brechin which became vacant in July 2017 following the retirement of the Rt Rev Dr Nigel Peyton. The candidates have been selected by a Preparatory Committee (chaired by the Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church) consisting of clergy and lay church members who represent… Continue reading Four candidates short-listed in vacancy for new Bishop of Brechin

Three candidates short-listed in vacancy for new Bishop of St Andrews, Dunkeld & Dunblane

Three candidates have been short-listed for the office of Bishop of St Andrews, Dunkeld & Dunblane which became vacant in July 2017 following the retirement of the Most Rev David Chillingworth. The candidates have been selected by a Preparatory Committee (chaired by the Rt Rev Dr John Armes, Bishop of Edinburgh) consisting of clergy and… Continue reading Three candidates short-listed in vacancy for new Bishop of St Andrews, Dunkeld & Dunblane

The Rt Rev Anne Dyer, Bishop of Aberdeen and Orkney

The Rt Rev Anne Dyer. Photo courtesy of Derek Ironside / Newsline Media Following a service of consecration for the new Bishop of Aberdeen and Orkney, the Rt Rev Anne Dyer, the Most Rev Mark Strange, Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church said “I am delighted that despite the weather conditions and travel difficulties, the Cathedral… Continue reading The Rt Rev Anne Dyer, Bishop of Aberdeen and Orkney

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Live Stream from St Andrew’s Cathedral, Aberdeen for the Consecration of Canon Anne Dyer

We have been advised by the Diocese of Aberdeen and Orkney that they are unable to livestream the Consecration service at this time.  They are working to resolve this issue and hope that the livestream will be available shortly. The order of service for the Consecration is available for you to follow the service at… Continue reading Live Stream from St Andrew’s Cathedral, Aberdeen for the Consecration of Canon Anne Dyer

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Scottish Episcopal Church makes history as it consecrates first female Bishop

The Scottish Episcopal Church will celebrate a significant and historic event tomorrow as it consecratesits first female Bishop. The Rev Canon Anne Dyer will be consecrated Bishop of Aberdeen & Orkney at a special service in St Andrew’s Cathedral, Aberdeen on Thursday 1 March at 1pm. Following her consecration Canon Anne Dyer will become the… Continue reading Scottish Episcopal Church makes history as it consecrates first female Bishop

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Candlemas Reflection

[embedded content] February 2, 2018 On the Feast of Candlemas the Rev Canon Anne Dyer, Bishop Elect of the Diocese of Aberdeen and Orkney prepares for her final Sunday with the congregation of Holy Trinity church, Haddington and looks towards preparations for her consecration on 1 March in St Andrew’s Cathedral, Aberdeen.

Aberdeen & Orkney Bishop Elect prepares for consecration

Preparations are underway for the consecration of the Rev Canon Anne Dyer as the new Bishop of Aberdeen & Orkney. The service of Consecration will take place on Thursday 1 March at 1pm in St Andrew’s Cathedral, Aberdeen. Invitations will be sent out shortly. In addition to a large number of clergy trained by Canon… Continue reading Aberdeen & Orkney Bishop Elect prepares for consecration