The Bishops' Conference of Scotland

The Roman Catholic Bishops in Scotland work together to undertake nationwide initiatives through their Commissions and Agencies.

The members of the Bishops' Conference are the Bishops of the eight Scottish Dioceses. Where appropriate the Bishops Emeriti (retired) provide a much welcomed contribution to the work of the conference. The Bishops' Conference of Scotland is a permanently constituted assembly which meets regularly throughout the year to address relevant business matters.

EVENTS

2025 JUBILEE YEAR - OPENING OF FIVE HOLY DOORS IN ROME

The rite of opening the Holy Doors of the main basilicas of Rome to inaugurate the 2025 Jubilee Year is perhaps one of the most solemn events of the Catholic Church, with centuries of tradition.

The pilgrimage to the Holy Doors of the papal basilicas in Rome is a central act of the jubilee. Passing through them during the holy year symbolises entry into a new life in Christ and the beginning of a journey of conversion.

On Dec. 24 at 7 p.m. local time, Pope Francis will open the first and most important of them, that of St. Peter’s Basilica, beginning the Jubilee of Hope 2025, in which 30 million people are expected to participate. Later that evening he will celebrate Christmas Mass, the Nativity of Our Lord.

On Dec. 26, the day after Christmas, Pope Francis will open the Holy Door in the Rebibbia Prison in Our Father church.

On Sunday, Dec. 29, the Holy Door of Rome’s cathedral, St. John Lateran Basilica, will open.

On Jan. 1, the solemnity of Mary, Mother of God, Pope Francis will also open the Holy Door of St. Mary Major Basilica.

The last door to open will be that of the fourth main basilica of the Eternal City, St. Paul Outside the Walls, on Jan. 5.

BISHOPS RELEASE STATEMENT ON FOSSIL FUEL NON-PROLIFERATION AND JUST TRANSITION

The Bishops’ Conference of Scotland (BCOS) have released a statement encouraging world leaders to agree to and establish a Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty, committing all nations to a rapid and just transition away from fossil fuels. The statement, which is released to mark the COP29 climate summit taking place in Azerbaijan from 11th – 22nd November, calls on Scotland to play its role in realising the common good by participating in a swift transition away from fossil fuels to protect people and our planet, both now and in the future, from further global warming caused by fossil fuel extraction. Crucially, in recognising the workers and communities in Scotland who rely on fossil fuel industries for their livelihood, the statement emphasises that any such transition must have justice at its core and ensure that no one is left behind, particularly those currently employed in this sector who must be ensured secure work in the move towards renewables. The full text of the statement can be downloaded here.

News from the Commissions and Agencies

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August 2024

24Aug

The official logo of the synodal path

24 Aug, 2024 | Bishops' Conference of Scotland | BCoS Facebook |

https://www.synod.va/en/news/the-official-logo-of-the-synodal-path.html

The official logo of the synodal path

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24Aug

Emphasis on women and accountability in document for second Synod session

24 Aug, 2024 | Bishops' Conference of Scotland | BCoS Facebook |

https://demo.tilmaplatform.com/news
A brief summary of the working document for the Synod in Rome this October. Bishop McGee will lead a meeting of diocesan reps this week, listening to their diocesan voices, to help him prepare as the representative of the Catholic Church in Scotland.

is part of a collective of generation changers who are changing the way we view humanity.

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24Aug

Saint Bartholomew | Franciscan Media

24 Aug, 2024 | Bishops' Conference of Scotland | BCoS Facebook |

https://www.franciscanmedia.org/saint-of-the-day/saint-bartholomew/

We know nothing about Saint Bartholomew except that he was one of the original twelve apostles. If he is the man called Nathanael, then we know he is from Cana in Galilee—but that still doesn’t tell us much. But knowing that he gave his life in the service of the faith is enough.

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22Aug

Hail, Queen of Heaven (the ocean star!) | Songs to Mary | Emmaus Music

22 Aug, 2024 | Bishops' Conference of Scotland | BCoS Facebook |

https://youtu.be/hdAUjsQJGI8?si=yYD0CQhJPWA-BSaI

Recorded by Emmaus Music: https://www.youtube.com/EmmausMusic The instrumental version of this beautiful hymn can be found here: https://youtu.be/-tOC0v_jvjo...

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21Aug

Photos from North Lanarkshire Council's post

21 Aug, 2024 | Bishops' Conference of Scotland | BCoS Facebook |

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21Aug

VENERABLE MARGARET SINCLAIR PILGRIMAGE

21 Aug, 2024 | Bishops' Conference of Scotland | BCoS Facebook |

VENERABLE MARGARET SINCLAIR PILGRIMAGE
ST PATRICK’S CHURCH, COWGATE, EDINBURGH
SUNDAY 22nd SEPTEMBER 2024

12.30pm - 1.30pm Goods and Candles for Sale, Teas and coffee

1.30pm – 2.30pm Holy Hour (Exposition, Rosary, Benediction, Confessions)

2.45pm – 3.15pm Individual Priestly Blessings at the Shrine of the
Venerable Margaret Sinclair

3.30pm – 4.15pm Reflection on the Venerable Margaret Sinclair
Novena Prayers
Presentation from Pupils of Sinclair Academy

4.30pm Holy Mass (Sung Mass)

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21Aug

Saint Pius X | Franciscan Media

21 Aug, 2024 | Bishops' Conference of Scotland | BCoS Facebook |

https://www.franciscanmedia.org/saint-of-the-day/saint-pius-x/

A man of humble background, and wanting to maintain a simple lifestyle, Saint Pius X endured the trappings of the papacy as best he could.

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21Aug

A post from Bishops' Conference of Scotland

21 Aug, 2024 | Bishops' Conference of Scotland | BCoS Facebook |

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20Aug

The Unintended Consequences

20 Aug, 2024 | Bishops' Conference of Scotland | BCoS Facebook |

https://youtu.be/TmUVl0Tztqg?si=8fvyX6ESR76BysKW
Provide palliative care and protect the vulnerable 🙏

What happens if the Scottish Parliament decides to legalise assisted suicide. What can we learn from other countries that have already gone down this path?A...

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20Aug

Study reveals Christians form largest group among global migrants - Vatican News

20 Aug, 2024 | Bishops' Conference of Scotland | BCoS Facebook |

https://www.vaticannews.va/en/world/news/2024-08/pew-study-christians-largest-group-global-migrants.html

A new Pew Research Center report indicates the significant presence of Christians in global migration, showing that nearly half (47 percent) of the ...

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