The Church of God rejoices in welcoming the Rev Jackie Fenton who was ordained Vocational Deacon by Bishop Kevin at St Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral, Glasgow on Sunday 3 September 2023. Jackie will continue her ministry with the good people of Christ Church, Lanark. Working closely with the Bishop and the priests with whom they serve,… Continue reading Ordination of Jackie Fenton to the Diaconate

Following the success of the 2021 conference, “Gender and Liturgy in Conversation”, the Responding to the Sacred group of Scottish Episcopalians produced its second conference this September, titled Responding to the Sacred: Inclusive Liturgies/Porous Walls – New Conversations. Organised in collaboration with the Provincial Liturgy Committee of the Scottish Episcopal Church, the event aims to… Continue reading Responding to the Sacred: Inclusive Liturgies/Porous Walls

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)