“For the avoidance of doubt”, I think, is a phrase well-beloved of lawyers. Well, I am not a lawyer, not even a canon lawyer (I have sometimes wished I were). Nonetheless, I do rather like that phrase. So, for the avoidance of doubt and, may it be said, of speculation, I want to begin my… Continue reading Bishop Gregor’s Charge to Diocesan Synod 2018
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Bishop of Glasgow & Galloway announces his retirement
In delivering his Bishop’s Charge at the Glasgow & Galloway Diocesan Synod on Saturday 12 May, The Rt Rev Dr Gregor Duncan announced his retirement, saying: “For the avoidance of doubt”, I think, is a phrase well-beloved of lawyers. Well, I am not a lawyer, not even a canon lawyer (I have sometimes wished I… Continue reading Bishop of Glasgow & Galloway announces his retirement
Four candidates short-listed in vacancy for new Bishop of Brechin
Four candidates have been short-listed for the office of Bishop of Brechin which became vacant in July 2017 following the retirement of the Rt Rev Dr Nigel Peyton. The candidates have been selected by a Preparatory Committee (chaired by the Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church) consisting of clergy and lay church members who represent… Continue reading Four candidates short-listed in vacancy for new Bishop of Brechin
Three candidates short-listed in vacancy for new Bishop of St Andrews, Dunkeld & Dunblane
Three candidates have been short-listed for the office of Bishop of St Andrews, Dunkeld & Dunblane which became vacant in July 2017 following the retirement of the Most Rev David Chillingworth. The candidates have been selected by a Preparatory Committee (chaired by the Rt Rev Dr John Armes, Bishop of Edinburgh) consisting of clergy and… Continue reading Three candidates short-listed in vacancy for new Bishop of St Andrews, Dunkeld & Dunblane
Reflections on Holy Week and Easter
Three weeks have now passed since Good Friday, and the reality of the Resurrection has taken hold once again. In this time, during the Season of Easter, we walk with the Risen Christ and look at what has come to pass and what is still ahead of us. The Canon and Digital Missioners would like… Continue reading Reflections on Holy Week and Easter
Easter Monday interview with The Rt Rev Anne Dyer, Bishop of Aberdeen and Orkney
Easter Monday interview with The Rt Rev Anne Dyer, Bishop of Aberdeen and Orkney on BBC Radio Scotland John Beattie programme. Interview starts 1:16:49 at https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b09xtrgf
Alleluia, He is Risen! The Primus delivers his Easter Message
Alleluia, He is Risen! The Most Rev Mark Strange, Bishop of Moray, Ross and Caithness & Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church delivers his Easter Message.
St Ninian’s Walking Group
Hello all The wintry weather continues but, as we discovered last week, if we stay sheltered it can be very good to get out for a walk. We are planning to go in search of Buffalo Bill this Wednesday 7th March. Meet on X77 (0915 Prestwick, 0909 Ayr). A city walk that will take us… Continue reading St Ninian’s Walking Group
Diocesan Synod 2018 has been postponed
Bishop Gregor has decided that the Diocesan Synod to be held this Saturday, in Kilmarnock, should be postponed due to the weather conditions. The outlook from BBC Weather for Saturday states: It will be cold and windy with snow showers on Saturday, the showers perhaps becoming more persistent at times. There will be further snow… Continue reading Diocesan Synod 2018 has been postponed
The Rt Rev Anne Dyer, Bishop of Aberdeen and Orkney
The Rt Rev Anne Dyer. Photo courtesy of Derek Ironside / Newsline Media Following a service of consecration for the new Bishop of Aberdeen and Orkney, the Rt Rev Anne Dyer, the Most Rev Mark Strange, Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church said “I am delighted that despite the weather conditions and travel difficulties, the Cathedral… Continue reading The Rt Rev Anne Dyer, Bishop of Aberdeen and Orkney