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.

Members of The Bishops' Conference of Scotland

25th May 2026

25 May 2026

First Encyclical of Pope Leo XIV: Magnifica Humanitas

The Bishops of Scotland warmly welcome Magnifica Humanitas (Magnificent Humanity), the first encyclical of Pope Leo XIV, as a timely and insightful contribution to one of the defining questions of our age. As artificial intelligence rapidly reshapes human life, this important document calls us to place the dignity of the human person at the heart of every technological advance.

We encourage the faithful, our schools and parish communities to read, study and pray with this landmark text.

To support this, the Office of Communications and Evangelisation will soon publish a parish study guide and other resources for small groups and parish use, helping communities to reflect more deeply on the opportunities and challenges of new technologies and their impact on human life.

Bishop John Keenan
President of the Bishops’ Conference of Scotland

Full text of Pope Leo XIV’s Encyclical Letter Magnifica Humanitas:
https://www.vatican.va/content/leo-xiv/en/encyclicals/documents/20260515-magnifica-humanitas.html

News from the Commissions and Agencies

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May 2026

11May

Lord, as you did during your ministry on earth, please help us to accept one another

11 May, 2026 | Missio Scotland | BCoS Facebook |

Lord, as you did during your ministry on earth, please help us to accept one another

#MissiosMondayPrayer

@followers

11May

Gospel

11 May, 2026 | Bishops' Conference of Scotland | BCoS Facebook |

Gospel
John 15:26-16:4a
‘The Spirit of truth will bear witness about me.’

At that time: Jesus said to his disciples, ‘But when the Helper comes, whom I will send to you from the Father, the Spirit of truth, who proceeds from the Father, he will bear witness about me. And you also will bear witness, because you have been with me from the beginning.
‘I have said all these things to you to keep you from falling away. They will put you out of the synagogues. Indeed, the hour is coming when whoever kills you will think he is offering service to God. And they will do these things because they have not known the Father, nor me. But I have said these things to you, that when their hour comes you may remember that I told them to you.’

10May

Next weekend, the Church marks Communications Sunday, a day to reflect on how the Gospel is shared through media, digital platfo...

10 May, 2026 | Bishops' Conference of Scotland | BCoS Facebook |

Next weekend, the Church marks Communications Sunday, a day to reflect on how the Gospel is shared through media, digital platforms, broadcasting and communications.

From parish social media pages and livestreamed Masses to Catholic television, videos and news coverage, communications plays an important role in helping people stay connected to the life of the Church.

The second collection next weekend will support the work of the Office of Communications and Evangelisation of the Bishops’ Conference of Scotland as it continues to share the Gospel through digital media, press, social media, broadcasting and evangelisation initiatives across the country.

Please pray for all those working in Catholic communications and for all who encounter Christ through digital media.

10May

Sunday Reflection with Bishop Joseph Toal: 10 May 2026

10 May, 2026 | Bishops' Conference of Scotland | BCoS Facebook |

Sunday Reflection with Bishop Joseph Toal: 10 May 2026

08May

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08 May, 2026 | Bishops' Conference of Scotland | BCoS Facebook |

Where were you on 8th May 2025 when white smoke appeared?

One year ago today, Pope Leo XIV was elected.

Keep him in your prayers today.
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08May

His Majesty The King has sent a message of congratulations to His Holiness Pope Leo XIV on the first anniversary of his election...

08 May, 2026 | Bishops' Conference of Scotland | BCoS Facebook |

His Majesty The King has sent a message of congratulations to His Holiness Pope Leo XIV on the first anniversary of his election, reflecting upon the enduring ties between the United Kingdom and the Holy See. 🇬🇧🇻🇦

07May

Young Catholics (age 16+) are invited to join ACN Scotland at the Camp Out for Hope!

07 May, 2026 | Bishops' Conference of Scotland | BCoS Facebook |

Young Catholics (age 16+) are invited to join ACN Scotland at the Camp Out for Hope! This will be a powerful event to show solidarity with our displaced Christian brothers and sisters around the world. Join us at Scotland’s Marian shrine for a unique camping experience, including an all-night prayer vigil, opportunities to learn more about ACN and our work, time to meet and socialise with other young Catholics, and more.

Participants can sign up by clicking here and should bring their own camping equipment and sleeping bags.

For more information, contact [email protected]

07May

St Margaret Pilgrimage 2026

07 May, 2026 | Bishops' Conference of Scotland | BCoS Facebook |

07May

New Dawn in Scotland Ministries, in collaboration with St Joseph’s, Kilmarnock, will host a Healing Service on Friday 15 May fro...

07 May, 2026 | Bishops' Conference of Scotland | BCoS Facebook |

New Dawn in Scotland Ministries, in collaboration with St Joseph’s, Kilmarnock, will host a Healing Service on Friday 15 May from 7.00pm to 9.30pm in St Joseph’s Church.

The service will be led by Fr Frankie Mulgrew of the Diocese of Salford and will include praise and worship, adoration, the Sacrament of Reconciliation, the laying on of hands, and prayer ministry.

All are invited to take part in this time of prayer and encounter with Christ’s healing love.

07May

Gospel

07 May, 2026 | Bishops' Conference of Scotland | BCoS Facebook |

Gospel
John 15:9-11
‘Abide in my love, that your joy may be full.’

At that time: Jesus said to his disciples, ‘As the Father has loved me, so have I loved you. Abide in my love. If you keep my commandments, you will abide in my love, just as I have kept my Father’s commandments and abide in his love. These things I have spoken to you, that my joy may be in you, and that your joy may be full.’