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

12th August 2026

12 August 2026

Statement from the Bishops of Scotland on the Funeral of Ann Widdecombe

Today, the Requiem Mass of Ann Widdecombe, the former Member of the UK Parliament and Government minister, has taken place at Buckfast Abbey, where she was a regular worshipper.

Bishop John Keenan, President of the Bishops’ Conference of Scotland, said:

“On behalf of the Bishops of Scotland, I offer our prayerful condolences to Ann’s family, friends and all who mourn her today. We join them in commending Ann’s soul to the loving mercy of God.

“Ann was a woman of sincere Catholic faith, sustained by prayer and the sacraments and was happy for her faith to be known publicly.’

“We pray that Christ welcomes her into the peace of His Kingdom."

Contact:

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Bishops’ Conference of Scotland
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Tel: 01236 764061
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September 2025

13Sep

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13 Sep, 2025 | Bishops' Conference of Scotland | BCoS Facebook |

The relics of St Carlo Acutis are now in Edinburgh.
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13Sep

Saint John Chrysostom | Franciscan Media

13 Sep, 2025 | Bishops' Conference of Scotland | BCoS Facebook |

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

Saint John Chrysostom, the great preacher of Antioch, was the victim of his own success. Called to be a bishop, this simple monk found himself embroiled in the workings of the empire. He, however, managed to stay focused on the needs of the Church.

12Sep

SCIAF Anniversary Mass | SCIAF

12 Sep, 2025 | Bishops' Conference of Scotland | BCoS Facebook |

https://www.sciaf.org.uk/get-involved/events/
12noon Sat 13th Sept St Columbkille’s Rutherglen

SCIAF Anniversary Mass

12Sep

Photos from SCIAF's post

12 Sep, 2025 | Bishops' Conference of Scotland | BCoS Facebook |

12Sep

Letter of thanks received by Bishop Keenan from the Holy See 🙏

12 Sep, 2025 | Bishops' Conference of Scotland | BCoS Facebook |

Letter of thanks received by Bishop Keenan from the Holy See 🙏

12Sep

A post from Bishops' Conference of Scotland

12 Sep, 2025 | Bishops' Conference of Scotland | BCoS Facebook |

12Sep

BOOK YOUR PLACE at the 2025 National Safeguarding Conference, taking place on Saturday 8th November 2025 in the University of St...

12 Sep, 2025 | Bishops' Conference of Scotland | BCoS Facebook |

BOOK YOUR PLACE at the 2025 National Safeguarding Conference, taking place on Saturday 8th November 2025 in the University of Strathclyde Technology & Innovation Centre, Glasgow. You can attend IN PERSON or ONLINE (£45).
Details & Booking Form here: http://bit.ly/4lZwirY or SCAN the QR code on the flier.
This conference is an important annual event for all who are responsible for safeguarding in Catholic parishes, dioceses, religious congregations and lay organisations. It provides a great opportunity to hear input from experts in the field, to participate in structured conversations and to network with others involved in safeguarding roles.
Bishops' Conference of Scotland Archdiocese of St Andrews & Edinburgh Archdiocese of Glasgow Motherwell Diocese Diocese of Paisley RC Diocese of Galloway RC Diocese of Aberdeen Diocese of Argyll & the Isles

11Sep

India: Thousands celebrate Nativity of Virgin Mary at ‘Lourdes of the East’ - Vatican News

11 Sep, 2025 | Bishops' Conference of Scotland | BCoS Facebook |

At the Feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, millions of devotees flock to Tamil Nadu, India, to venerate the Mother of God over the ...

11Sep

Photos from Carfin Grotto's post

11 Sep, 2025 | Bishops' Conference of Scotland | BCoS Facebook |

11Sep

Fr. Romanelli in Gaza: ‘It was a blessing to speak with the Pope' - Vatican News

11 Sep, 2025 | Bishops' Conference of Scotland | BCoS Facebook |

The parish priest of Gaza’s Holy Family church says his phone call on Tuesday with Pope Leo XIV was a blessing. The parish continues to shelter 450 ...