The proceedings of General Synod will be available via a video livestream which will be activated on the morning of Thursday 6 June at 10.30am when Synod gets underway with the opening Eucharist, during which the Primus (the Most Rev Mark Strange) will deliver his Charge to Synod.
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Prayers for Sri Lanka
The Most Rev Mark Strange, Bishop of Moray, Ross & Caithness and Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church calls for prayers for Sri Lanka. “Following the horrific attacks in Sri Lanka and the immediate responses that many of us made both on Social Media and during our Easter sermons and intercessions, I have continued to… Continue reading Prayers for Sri Lanka
Primus comments on fire at Notre Dame, Paris
The Most Rev Mark Strange, Bishop of Moray, Ross & Caithness and Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church says “As we witnessed the harrowing scenes of destruction during the height of the fire at Notre Dame and as we saw the shock and pain evident on the faces of Parisians and visitors alike, our hearts… Continue reading Primus comments on fire at Notre Dame, Paris
Chrism Mass 2019
Here are some photographs from the Chrism Mass in the Diocese of Glasgow and Galloway on the 13th of April 2019 at St Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral, Glasgow. The service was led by the Rt Rev Gordon Mursell.
APRIL 2019 NEWS FROM SEI
The April edition of the Scottish Episcopal Institute newsletter is now available APRIL 2019 NEWS FROM SEI Director of Mixed Mode Training, Rev Richard Tiplady is also responsible for working with the Mission Board to support the delivery of education for mission in the SEC.Although it is still early days for this part of his role… Continue reading APRIL 2019 NEWS FROM SEI
Scottish faith leaders urge generous response for the Disasters Emergency Committee Cyclone Idai Appeal
Scottish faith leaders including the Most Rev Mark Strange, Bishop of Moray, Ross & Caithness and Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church; Church of Scotland Moderator, Right Reverend Susan Brown, and the Muslim Council of Scotland have urged Christians, Muslims and people of other faiths and none to support the Disasters Emergency Committee’s (DEC) Cyclone… Continue reading Scottish faith leaders urge generous response for the Disasters Emergency Committee Cyclone Idai Appeal
Lent Video Series 2019
Each Sunday in Lent, and every day throughout Holy Week there will be a new video from one of the Dioceses of the Scottish Episcopal Church with reflections and prayers on the imagery and art of Lent. Ash Wednesday The Rt Rev Kevin Pearson, Bishop of Argyll & The Isles reflects on Ash Wednesday in… Continue reading Lent Video Series 2019
Joint Statement from Scottish Religious Leaders on the Attack in New Zealand
Friday’s tragic events in two Mosques in New Zealand is deeply shocking and has caused us all great pain. As people of faith, we lock arms in solidarity with all those affected by this heinous crime. We share in remembrance and prayer for the deceased, the injured, their families and all those who have suffered… Continue reading Joint Statement from Scottish Religious Leaders on the Attack in New Zealand
Electoral Synod unable to elect new Bishop of Glasgow & Galloway
Today’s meeting of the Electoral Synod of the Diocese of Glasgow & Galloway was unable to achieve a majority vote for a new Bishop to succeed the Rt Rev Dr Gregor Duncan who retired in October 2018. The Electoral Synod comprises clergy within the Diocese and Lay Representatives from each congregation across the Diocese of Glasgow &… Continue reading Electoral Synod unable to elect new Bishop of Glasgow & Galloway
Primus says “we must be prepared stand together when people are attacked”
The Most Rev Mark Strange, Bishop of Moray, Ross & Caithness and Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church says: “I awoke this morning to hear the news of the atrocious attack in New Zealand, and the appalling number of casualties. Once again we are watching and listening to reports of an atrocity carried out by… Continue reading Primus says “we must be prepared stand together when people are attacked”