“We are called to exercise compassion, pursue justice and honour difference” says the Most Rev David Chillingworth, Bishop of St Andrews, Dunkeld & Dunblane and Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church during his Primus Charge delivered during the opening Eucharist. The Primus then constituted General Synod 2016.
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Growth in Communion, Partnership in Mission
Following the approval today by the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland of the joint report with the Church of England ‘Growth in Communion, Partnership in Mission’, the Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church, the Most Rev David Chillingworth, said: “We are grateful to the General Assembly for extending an invitation to the Scottish… Continue reading Growth in Communion, Partnership in Mission
New initiative following Second Annual Meeting of Scottish Episcopal Church and Church of Scotland Ecumenical Committees
The Inter-Church Relations Committee of the Scottish Episcopal Church and Ecumenical Relations Committee of the Church of Scotland held their second annual meeting on 12 May 2016 in advance of the General Assembly and the General Synod. It was a lively and positive discussion during which the group explored ways in which the relationship between… Continue reading New initiative following Second Annual Meeting of Scottish Episcopal Church and Church of Scotland Ecumenical Committees
Bishop of Aberdeen & Orkney announces his retirement
The Rt Rev Dr Robert (Bob) Gillies has announced that he will retire from the office of Bishop of Aberdeen & Orkney on 31 October 2016. At that point Bishop Bob will have just passed his 65th birthday and will be six weeks into his tenth year as Bishop. In a letter to his Diocese… Continue reading Bishop of Aberdeen & Orkney announces his retirement
Hillsborough verdict – Bishop of Brechin comments
The Rt Rev Dr Nigel Peyton, Bishop of Brechin says: “I was at Hillsborough as a Nottingham Forest supporter and watched in dismay as the disaster unfolded. It was chaotic, simply awful. “On a beautiful spring day bodies of crushed Liverpool supporters from the overcrowded terracing began to litter the pitch. “Before the game I… Continue reading Hillsborough verdict – Bishop of Brechin comments
St Mary’s Episcopal Church Hamilton shortlisted for most innovative church community project competition
St Mary’s Episcopal Church, Hamilton, South Lanarkshire, has been shortlisted for a new competition to find the churches running the most innovative community activities made possible through the installation of new facilities. ‘The Marsh Awards for Innovative Projects’ are designed to show the positive impact that installing new facilities such as kitchens and toilets has… Continue reading St Mary’s Episcopal Church Hamilton shortlisted for most innovative church community project competition
Gothenburg and Glasgow and Galloway Dioceses give thanks…
Ten people returned to Glasgow from Gothenburg on Monday 11th April after a Service of Thanksgiving for nine years of partnership within the Porvoo Communion. We will host a return visit from our Gothenburg friends in November which will bring the partnership to a conclusion. To mark the occasion a Eucharist was celebrated at Gothenburg… Continue reading Gothenburg and Glasgow and Galloway Dioceses give thanks…
Diocesan Pilgrimage to the Holy Land 2018
Following the success of the 12 day pilgrimage to the Holy Land in 2015 Bishop Gregor has asked The Rev Cedric Blakey to arrange a further pilgrimage in 2018. The itinerary includes time exploring the Judean desert, Galilee, Jerusalem and Bethlehem. There could also be an optional extra visit to Istanbul on the way home.… Continue reading Diocesan Pilgrimage to the Holy Land 2018
Love and hope bring resurrection
In his Easter sermon today the Rt Rev Kevin Pearson, Bishop of Argyll & The Isles will speak of the two elements of tears – one expressing pain and grief ; the other expressing new life and hope. “Tears are a great expression of our shared humanity. In Brussels this week many tears are being… Continue reading Love and hope bring resurrection
Diocesan Synod 5 March 2016
On Saturday 5th March, Clergy and Laity from across the Diocese met at Holy Trinity & St Barnabas in Paisley for the 2016 Synod. Bishop Gregor celebrated the Synod Eucharist and delivered his Charge to the Diocese Synod Charge 2016 The early part of the morning session comprised of administration – Minutes of 2015 Synod,… Continue reading Diocesan Synod 5 March 2016