[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.
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Chris Zochowski R.I.P.
Please see the intimation from Bishop Gregor Dear All It is with great sadness that I have to let you know that our former Diocesan Secretary died this morning at 7.45. He died peacefully and Kate, his wife, was with him. I myself was honoured to offer him the Prayer of the Church for the Dying a… Continue reading Chris Zochowski R.I.P.
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
Director of Mixed Mode Training for the Scottish Episcopal Institute Appointed
The Scottish Episcopal Institute (SEI) has announced the appointment of Richard Tiplady as Director of Mixed Mode Training. The Right Reverend Kevin Pearson, Bishop of Argyll and The Isles and Convenor of the Scottish Episcopal Institute (SEI) Council writes: “As Convener of the SEI Council I am delighted that Richard Tiplady has accepted the post of… Continue reading Director of Mixed Mode Training for the Scottish Episcopal Institute Appointed
The Primus’ New Year’s Message 2018
New Year’s Resolutions – the Promises we Make. The Most Reverend Mark Strange, Bishop of Moray, Ross and Caithness, and Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church reflects on New Year’s Resolutions.
Christmas Message from The Primus
Seeking Peace The Most Reverend Mark Strange, Bishop of Moray, Ross and Caithness; Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church gives his Christmas Message
Episcopal Elections
In the process to elect new bishops, the Preparatory Committees in each of the Dioceses of Brechin and St Andrews, Dunkeld & Dunblane have been unable to achieve a shortlist of candidates by the due date. (Under the canonical process the Preparatory Committee is charged with preparing a shortlist of no fewer than three, nor… Continue reading Episcopal Elections
Scottish Episcopal Church Online Advent Calendar for 2017
December 25 – Unto us a Child is BornAfter the anticipation of Advent, we celebrate the birth of the living Jesus. Merry Christmas from The Scottish Episcopal Church–Many thanks to P’s and G’s Music for the use of their track ‘Faithful’ from their new EP. December 24 – Fourth Sunday of Advent A Collect for… Continue reading Scottish Episcopal Church Online Advent Calendar for 2017
Sleep in the Park to end Homelessness
“I felt humiliated, an outsider, we became the ones people avoided” says the Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church as he speaks about his experience of homelessness. The Most Rev Mark Strange, Bishop of Moray, Ross & Caithness and Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church will take part in the ‘Sleep in the Park’ event… Continue reading Sleep in the Park to end Homelessness
The Blessing of the Crib in George Square – Glasgow Churches Together
Wednesday 6th Dec at 6.30 in George Square Join the Lord Provost and other civic leaders with Church Leaders of Glasgow at this annual event to mark the season of Advent and the journey towards Christmas. Participate in Carols and listen to the schoolchildren of Glasgow sing of the Story of Christmas. … Continue reading The Blessing of the Crib in George Square – Glasgow Churches Together