Statement from the College of Bishops of the Scottish Episcopal Church: The College of Bishops is appalled and deeply saddened by the bombing and destruction of part of the Al-Ahli Hospital in Gaza on Palm Sunday. The Scottish Episcopal Church has a long history of supporting the life and work of the Anglican Diocese of… Continue reading Air strikes on hospital destroy hope, says College
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“Refreshed in faith” – the Bishop of Edinburgh in Jordan
The Rt Rev Dr John Armes, Bishop of Edinburgh spent time in Amman, the capital of Jordan, in March, joining other senior clergy from around the world for a summit aimed at strengthening links between Anglicans and Lutherans. Bishop John represented the Scottish Episcopal Church and the Diocese of Edinburgh at the summit which was… Continue reading “Refreshed in faith” – the Bishop of Edinburgh in Jordan
Spring 2025 edition of the SEI Journal published
The Spring 2025 edition of the SEI Journal, a quarterly publication from the Scottish Episcopal Institute is now available. The edition is a special issue entitled, ‘En/gendering God and Church? What does it look like? How does it feel? What does it mean?’ It has been curated by Dr Alison Jasper, former Senior Lecturer in Religion… Continue reading Spring 2025 edition of the SEI Journal published
New Provost appointed at St Paul’s Cathedral, Dundee
The Rt Rev Andrew Swift, Bishop of Brechin announced on Sunday 6 April that the Rev Roxanne Campbell will be the next Provost of St Paul’s Cathedral, Dundee. In a statement Rev Roxanne said: “It is an honour to be appointed the next Provost of this Cathedral. Having journeyed alongside the faithful and vibrant community… Continue reading New Provost appointed at St Paul’s Cathedral, Dundee
Plans for the Consecration of the Rev Canon Dr Nick Bundock Continue Apace
The Diocesan Office is pleased to share an update on the forthcoming Consecration of the Rev Canon Dr Nick Bundock as the next Bishop of the United Diocese of Glasgow and Galloway, which will take place at 4pm on Saturday, 3 May 2025, at St Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral, Glasgow, followed by a reception at the… Continue reading Plans for the Consecration of the Rev Canon Dr Nick Bundock Continue Apace
Primus signs open letter on child poverty
Yesterday (23 March) the Primus, the Most Rev Mark Strange joined faith leaders across the UK in sending an open letter to call for bold action on child poverty. The letter has been sent to Liz Kendall and Bridget Philipson, the Secretaries of State for Works and Pensions, and Education and reads: “We write to… Continue reading Primus signs open letter on child poverty
Bishop’s Lent Appeal 2025: Refuweegee
The charity chosen for Bishop Andrew’s Lent Appeal 2025 is Refuweegee. Refuweegee’s website and OSCR www.refuweegee.co.uk Scottish Charity Number SC046843 Videos smallVOICE Podcast with Selina Hayes www.smallvoice.org.uk/podcast-extra-selina-hayes-of-refuweegee Refuweegee Making good things happen every day Refuweegee is a blend of the nouns refugee and ‘weegie’ (a nickname for Glaswegians). Since 2015, we have been helping… Continue reading Bishop’s Lent Appeal 2025: Refuweegee
Exciting opportunities arise as new Conveners sought for Standing Committee and Mission Board
Two important roles in the General Synod Boards and Committees structure of the Scottish Episcopal Church are about to become vacant, with nominations now being sought for the posts of Convener of the Provincial Standing Committee and Convener of the Provincial Mission Board. Standing Committee’s current Convener, Bridget Campbell, is coming to the end of… Continue reading Exciting opportunities arise as new Conveners sought for Standing Committee and Mission Board
Enable Grant funding addresses community need and poverty
The Church in Society Committee of the Scottish Episcopal Church is encouraging applications to the Enable Grant funding scheme to support projects which work to enable life in all its fullness for children, young people and their families. The Enable Grant, which was previously known as the Child Poverty Grant, can be used to access… Continue reading Enable Grant funding addresses community need and poverty
Provincial Youth Week 2025: The Deep
Booking is now open for Yeek, the Provincial Youth Week, which will be held at Glenalmond College in Perthshire from 27 July to 2 August 2025. This year’s theme is The Deep: oceanic adventures will inspire the activities and exploration of faith during the week. Discover more on the all-new Yeek website here. Any teenager who is… Continue reading Provincial Youth Week 2025: The Deep