Diocesan Synod 4 March 2015 Barony College Campus SRUC – A brief report The Dean, Very Revd Ian Barcroft presided at the Synod Eucharist and read the Bishop’s Charge on behalf of Bishop Gregor who could not be there as he was still recovering at home from a stroke. The elections to various positions were… Continue reading Diocesan Synod 2017
News
Primus responds to announcement to request second referendum on Scottish independence
The Most Rev David Chillingworth, Bishop of St Andrews, Dunkeld & Dunblane and Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church says: “The decision of the United Kingdom to leave the European Union is an event with far-reaching consequences, many of which have not yet become visible. In those parts of the United Kingdom which have devolved… Continue reading Primus responds to announcement to request second referendum on Scottish independence
Bishop of Brechin announces his retirement
The Right Rev Dr Nigel Peyton has announced that he will retire as Bishop of Brechin on 31 July 2017. Bishop Nigel was consecrated Bishop of Brechin in St Paul’s Cathedral Dundee in 2011, returning to the Diocese and city where his ministry began in 1976. In announcing his retirement, Bishop Nigel said, “I shall… Continue reading Bishop of Brechin announces his retirement
Scottish Episcopal Church Youth Week
A poster and application form are now available to download for ‘Glen 17’ – the Scottish Episcopal Church Youth Week at Glenalmond College, Perthshire which takes place 23-29 July. glen17form glen17poster For more details, please contact your Diocesan Youth Officer, or e-mail The Rev Tembu Rongong rector@stpj.org.uk
The Most Rev David Chillingworth announces his retirement
The Most Rev David Chillingworth has today announced that he will retire as Bishop of St Andrews, Dunkeld & Dunblane and as Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church at the end of July this year. Bishop David was consecrated Bishop of St Andrews, Dunkeld & Dunblane in 2005 and was elected Primus in 2009. In… Continue reading The Most Rev David Chillingworth announces his retirement
Bishop Mark: a response to President Trump’s ban on refugees
In an article from the Press and Journal, today 3rd February, Bishop Mark speaks out against the ban on refugees by President Trump and his administration. I have waited for a few days before commenting on the travel ban imposed by President Trump. I have waited in hope that the pressure of international political outrage… Continue reading Bishop Mark: a response to President Trump’s ban on refugees
Returning Home: Christian Faith in Encounter with Other Faiths
For those still looking for Lent study material, do consider this 2017 Churches Together in Britain and Ireland Lent resource. It explores how Christian faith has been deepened and enriched by encounters with people of different religions. This is not a resource that necessarily emphases common ground, or that is about dialogue, but how Christian… Continue reading Returning Home: Christian Faith in Encounter with Other Faiths
Statement regarding the Koran reading in St Mary’s Cathedral, Glasgow
The Most Rev David Chillingworth, Bishop of St Andrews, Dunkeld & Dunblane and Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church says: “The Scottish Episcopal Church has had a long commitment to the development of interfaith work. Over many years, we have sought to develop friendship, understanding and mutual respect between our Christian faith and the other… Continue reading Statement regarding the Koran reading in St Mary’s Cathedral, Glasgow
Prayers for Bishop Gregor
As many of you already know, Bishop Gregor suffered a minor stroke last week and is currently in hospital. He continues to make progress and it is expected that he will remain in the hospital at least for the next few days. If you wish to send a card or message, the Diocesan Office is… Continue reading Prayers for Bishop Gregor
Christmas Message 2016
The Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church, the Most Rev David Chillingworth, offers his thoughts for Christmas 2016