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
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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
Changes to election of bishops backed by Synod
Changes to the way that a new bishop is elected in the Scottish Episcopal Church were debated on day two of General Synod 2023, with members asked to decide on a second reading of a revised Canon 4. Two years ago, Synod opted to pursue a revision of the existing Canon rather than create an… Continue reading Changes to election of bishops backed by Synod
Moderator celebrates the joy of working together
The Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland celebrated the joy of working together with the Scottish Episcopal Church in a historic address to the General Synod in Edinburgh on Friday. In the first-ever speech to General Synod by a serving Moderator, the Rt Rev Sally Foster-Fulton spoke of the opportunities both… Continue reading Moderator celebrates the joy of working together
Synod gives its backing to Net Zero Action Plan
The action plan to meet the Scottish Episcopal Church’s goal of net zero carbon emissions by 2030 was approved at the conclusion of the opening day of General Synod 2023. Three years ago, Synod had recognised that urgent action was required in relation to the global climate emergency and that the church should work towards… Continue reading Synod gives its backing to Net Zero Action Plan
Custodianship of Creation highlighted by Primus
The road to Net Zero and the custodianship of Creation was at the heart of the opening address from the Primus as the 2023 General Synod of the Scottish Episcopal Church opened in Edinburgh this morning. Synod members have gathered at St Paul’s & St George’s Episcopal Church for the three-day meeting, with a small… Continue reading Custodianship of Creation highlighted by Primus