Following a process of advertisement and interview, the Very Rev Ian Barcroft has been appointed as the new full-time Provincial Director of Ordinands with effect from 1 June 2019. The Most Rev Mark Strange, Bishop of Moray Ross and Caithness and Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church said “On behalf of the College of Bishops,… Continue reading New Provincial Director of Ordinands Appointed
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Diocesan Lent Appeal 2019 – Malawi Association for Christian Support (M.A.C.S.)
We would like to share the Diocesan Lent Appeal for 2019. M.A.C.S. is a charity that works alongside people in Malawi by responding to a wide range of requests for support from some of the poorest rural communities. Through the education of children, the training of adults, improved healthcare and support for parishes and communities,… Continue reading Diocesan Lent Appeal 2019 – Malawi Association for Christian Support (M.A.C.S.)
Communiqué from the European Regional Primates’ Meeting, Armagh, Northern Ireland, 27-28 February 2019
Archbishop Richard Clarke (Church of Ireland), Primus Mark Strange (Scottish Episcopal Church), Archbishop John Davies (Church in Wales) and Archbishop Justin Welby (Church of England) pictured at St Patrick’s Cathedral, Armagh, at the close of their meeting. As part of the Regional Primates’ Meetings, the Most Revd and Right Honourable Justin Welby (Archbishop of Canterbury),… Continue reading Communiqué from the European Regional Primates’ Meeting, Armagh, Northern Ireland, 27-28 February 2019
College of Bishops comments on the EU Exit debate
The College of Bishops of the Scottish Episcopal Church have been praying for and supporting all those involved in the debate on Brexit as well as those who believe they will be adversely affected by the outcomes of the debate and decisions made. The College says: “As the debate has continued and Parliament’s inability to… Continue reading College of Bishops comments on the EU Exit debate
Episcopal Candidates Announced
-official Announcement from the Scottish Episcopal Church begins- Three candidates short-listed in vacancy for new Bishop of Glasgow & Galloway Three candidates have been short-listed for election to the office of Bishop of Glasgow & Galloway, following the retirement of the Rt Rev Dr Gregor Duncan in October 2018, having served the Diocese of Glasgow… Continue reading Episcopal Candidates Announced
Three candidates short-listed in vacancy for new Bishop of Glasgow & Galloway
Three candidates have been short-listed for election to the office of Bishop of Glasgow & Galloway, following the retirement of the Rt Rev Dr Gregor Duncan in October 2018, having served the Diocese of Glasgow & Galloway as Bishop since 2010. The three candidates have been selected by a Preparatory Committee consisting of clergy and… Continue reading Three candidates short-listed in vacancy for new Bishop of Glasgow & Galloway
A statement by the Primus for Holocaust Memorial Day
Every year the events of the Holocaust are marked on 27th January. The year the Primus, the Most Rev Mark Strange, offers the following statement: Today is Holocaust Memorial Day. With it falling on a Sunday this year I hope that across the world those who will be in Church will find a moment to… Continue reading A statement by the Primus for Holocaust Memorial Day
Primus Visits the Anglican Communion Office
The Most Rev Mark Strange, Bishop of Moray, Ross & Caithness and Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church spoke to the Anglican Communion News Service during a recent visit to the Anglican Communion Office in London. [embedded content]
The Primus responds to the Brexit vote result
Tonight the UK parliament has voted against the deal that had been negotiated by the UK government, we now enter into unknown territory. Whatever your opinion of the merits or otherwise of our membership of the European Union, please, if you pray, pray tonight for those who will undoubtably suffer from the uncertainty that continues.… Continue reading The Primus responds to the Brexit vote result
A Christmastide and New Year Message from the Primus for 2019
[embedded content] December 30, 2018 The Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church, the Most Rev Mark Strange gives his Christmastide and New Year reflection on light shining in the darkness.