Online Conference Discusses Liturgical Inclusion

Following the success of the 2021 conference, “Gender and Liturgy in Conversation”, the “Responding to the Sacred” group of Scottish Episcopalians is preparing for its second conference this September, titled “Responding to the Sacred: Inclusive Liturgies/Porous Walls – New Conversations”. Organised in collaboration with the Liturgy Committee, the event aims to explore how creative practices… Continue reading Online Conference Discusses Liturgical Inclusion

Online Conference Discusses Liturgical Inclusion

Following the success of the 2021 conference, “Gender and Liturgy in Conversation”, the “Responding to the Sacred” group of Scottish Episcopalians is preparing for its second conference this September, titled “Responding to the Sacred: Inclusive Liturgies/Porous Walls – New Conversations”. Organised in collaboration with the Liturgy Committee, the event aims to explore how creative practices… Continue reading Online Conference Discusses Liturgical Inclusion

Director of Studies at the SEI sought “to encourage and nurture formation”

Following the recent appointment of the Rev Dr Michael Hull as the new Principal of the Scottish Episcopal Institute (SEI), a vacancy has arisen for the position of Director of Studies. The Director of Studies is entrusted with the significant duty of overseeing all elements of SEI’s dispersed, part-residential, formation-led training course, which is validated… Continue reading Director of Studies at the SEI sought “to encourage and nurture formation”

SEC appoints Net Zero Delivery Director

The Scottish Episcopal Church has taken a significant step forward in its commitment to addressing climate change by appointing Paul Williams as its Net Zero Delivery Director. The announcement was made during the General Synod in June, and Paul has now started in his new position, leading the implementation of the Net Zero Action Plan… Continue reading SEC appoints Net Zero Delivery Director

Primus to offer prayer at dedication service for the King and Queen in Edinburgh

The Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church will today (5 July) contribute to a National Service Of Thanksgiving And Dedication for Their Majesties The King and Queen on the occasion of the Presentation of the Royal Honours of Scotland. The service, which will take place at 2.15pm at St Giles’ in Edinburgh, follows on from… Continue reading Primus to offer prayer at dedication service for the King and Queen in Edinburgh

Provincial Environment Group logo is given stained glass design to show ‘flourishing future’

A stained-glass design of the Provincial Environment Group logo has been unveiled, colourfully illustrating the ten core objectives laid out in the Net Zero Action Plan. The original PEG logo was designed by Group member Robert Woodford in 2022, who described it as “bringing a holistic approach across committees and boards to help move the… Continue reading Provincial Environment Group logo is given stained glass design to show ‘flourishing future’

Primus leads joint message opposing Migration Bill

The Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church is among leaders from Muslim, Christian and Jewish faiths who have joined forces to voice their opposition to the Illegal Migration Bill at the start of Refugee Week. The Primus, Bishop Mark Strange, is the opening contributor to a video message co-ordinated by Together With Refugees, a coalition… Continue reading Primus leads joint message opposing Migration Bill

Provincial Youth Pilgrimage to Iona, October 2023

The Provincial Youth Pilgrimage to Iona in October 2023 is open for bookings. Here, Provincial Youth Co-ordinator Claire Benton-Evans asks if there is a young person connected to your church who would benefit from the experience of pilgrimage and retreat in a beautiful place? When I tell someone that I work with young people in… Continue reading Provincial Youth Pilgrimage to Iona, October 2023

Synod celebrates global reach of our young people

The final day of Synod provided an opportunity to highlight the activities and celebrate the achievements of young people in the church – as well as acknowledge the workers and volunteers who are dedicated to ministry with children and young people. Claire Benton-Evans, the Provincial Youth Coordinator, introduced three young people from the church to… Continue reading Synod celebrates global reach of our young people