The Bishops' Conference of Scotland

Now open at Orkney Museum, a new exhibition celebrating a remarkable artistic friendship.

“Lines of Light, Letters of George Mackay Brown” brings together portraits and personal letters reflecting the connection between George Mackay Brown and artist Ian Charles Scott.

One of Scotland’s Catholic writers, Brown drew deeply on the life and culture of Orkney. His faith shaped much of his work, with themes of community, time, and place running throughout. Scott’s paintings capture him in thoughtful, everyday moments, shaped by years of friendship. Alongside them, Brown’s letters offer a rare insight into his voice, including reflections on creativity and ordinary life.

Together, they tell the story of two creative lives closely connected.

🗓 Running until 25 April
📍 Orkney Arts, Museums and Heritage

Read more: https://bit.ly/4bMh6g0

A strong community is always built on the generosity of many. In Carfin, that spirit is alive and well.

For over fifty years, the Spiritan mission has been sustained not only by faith, but by the quiet dedication of volunteers who give their time so generously. From the charity shop and Tea Club to the sacristy and behind-the-scenes support, their contribution is at the heart of daily life in the community.

Recently, the team gathered to share a simple lunch together, a small way of saying thank them for all that they do. Their commitment continues to strengthen the mission and serve others in meaningful ways.

Please keep them in your prayers.

What’s happening at The Spiritans, Carfin:

* Daily Mass: Monday–Saturday at 12pm
* St Anthony Novena: Tuesdays at 6:30pm
* Monthly Adoration: First Monday of the month at 6:45pm
* Tuesday Tea Club: First Tuesday, 10:30am–1:30pm
* Charity Shop: Monday–Saturday, 10am–2pm
* Hall hire available

One week to go ⏳

St John the Baptist Church in Uddingston will host a Divine Renovation Open Day on 25 April — a free event open to all.

Fr James Mallon, author of Divine Renovation: Bringing Your Parish from Maintenance to Mission, will be travelling from Canada to take part.

The day will include:

* Real experiences from parishioners running Alpha through the Wellspring initiative
* Insight into building a missionary parish
* Holy Mass celebrated by Bishop Joseph Toal

📍 St John the Baptist, Uddingston
🕤 9:30am – 5:00pm

This is a chance to see how parish renewal is taking shape in Scotland — and how communities are sharing the love of Christ in practical ways.

All are welcome. Register here:


The St John the Baptist Parish invites you to DR Open House Scotland, featuring Fr. James Mallon as keynote speaker, a chance to get inspired by priests and parishioners as they share stories of transformation. Hear their learnings and dream about the change that could happen in your own parish. If....

“Trust in God still…”

Join us this June for a Festival of Synodality — a day of encounter, listening, and renewal in the life of the Church in Scotland.

📅 Saturday 6th June
📍 Glasgow Caledonian University

Book your place today.
http://bit.ly/synodality26

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