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

Westminster debate and vote on Assisted Dying – Friday 29^th November.

The Bishops’ Conference of Scotland and the Catholic Parliamentary Office have commissioned this short documentary. Please WATCH & SHARE with friends, family, and particularly your local MP and MSPs.

"Do No Harm” is a short documentary which highlights some of the grave concerns around proposals to legalise assisted dying in the UK and Scottish Parliaments.

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mi3S2yp3hjY

Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/1029444718?share=copy

Please remember to share the documentary with family and friends, and on social media, and please use the hashtags #DoNoHarm and #RaiseYourVoice

Read the joint Statement from the Catholic Bishops of England and Wales, and Scotland on Assisted Suicide: AS-Plenary-2024-Statement-FINAL.pdf

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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November 2024

20Nov

🧑‍🏫 Calling all teachers!

20 Nov, 2024 | Justice and Peace Scotland | Justice & Peace Scotland Facebook |

🧑‍🏫 Calling all teachers!

🌱 Is your school a Laudato Si School?

👕 Did you know that we offer "The Journey of a Cotton T-Shirt", a workshop exploring the environmental and human rights concerns of the fashion industry? We can travel across Scotland and our inputs can be tailored to suit senior Primary pupils all the way up to S6 or can be offered as a staff CLPL session.

📩Drop us a message to find out more and to book for 2025!

18Nov

Scottish Bishops call for fossil fuel non-proliferation treaty | ICN

18 Nov, 2024 | Justice and Peace Scotland | Justice & Peace Scotland Facebook |

📰 In case you missed it last week, read more below about the Bishops' Conference of Scotland statement on the need for a Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty accompanied by a just and equitable transition, released to mark COP29. 👇

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 ...

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18Nov

📢 Join us this Saturday and Sunday for another Justice & Peace Scotland Solidarity Weekend

18 Nov, 2024 | Justice and Peace Scotland | Justice & Peace Scotland Facebook |

📢 Join us this Saturday and Sunday for another Justice & Peace Scotland Solidarity Weekend.

Saturday 23rd Nov: National Demonstration organised by Glasgow Stop the War Coalition.
🚫Stop All Arms Sales to Israel
🕦11.30am
📍McLennan Arch, Glasgow Green
🪧J&P Scotland supporters are asked to meet at the Doulton Fountain at 11.15am to walk together with our banner.

Sunday 24th November: Dungavel Solidarity Gathering
🤍Dignity Not Detention
🕐1 pm
📍Dungavel IRC, Strathaven, ML10 6RF
This event will follow the format of a two-minute silence to show solidarity with those detained in the facility, followed by some short speeches and readings. There will also be an opportunity to hand in cards and some biscuits and sweets for those in the centre. A warm welcome is extended to any groups or individuals who wish to attend.

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15Nov

Do No Harm - The slippery slope of Assisted Suicide

15 Nov, 2024 | Justice and Peace Scotland | Justice & Peace Scotland Facebook |

We recommend viewing this short documentary produced by Being Catholic highlighting some of the serious concerns around the proposed legislation to legalise assisted dying in the Westminster parliament in the United Kingdom. The documentary features reflections and opinion from Bishop John Keenan, President of the Bishops' Conference of Scotland and Cardinal Vincent Nichols, President of the Catholic Bishops' Conference (England and Wales).

#DoNoHarm #RaiseYourVoice

“Do No Harm” is a short documentary which highlights some of the grave concerns around the proposed legislation to legalise assisted dying in the Westminster...

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15Nov

Photos from SCIAF's post

15 Nov, 2024 | Justice and Peace Scotland | Justice & Peace Scotland Facebook |

💚 It was great to host another successful event yesterday with our friends at SCIAF.

📢 Governments must act now to phase out fossil fuels to protect current and future generations from the consequences of irreversible climate damage: extreme weather events, food shortages, displacement and economic instability.

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14Nov

Photos from Justice and Peace Scotland's post

14 Nov, 2024 | Justice and Peace Scotland | Justice & Peace Scotland Facebook |

A huge thank you to all who attended the COP29 Mass today in St Andrew's Cathedral and the gathering afterwards, it was wonderful to see so many turn out to pray for the care of God's Creation. 🙏🌍

A special thanks goes to all the Primary and Secondary schools who joined us from across the Archdiocese of Glasgow, and to Rev. David Coleman who spoke to us over lunch about the work of Eco-Congregation Scotland.

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14Nov

Bishops make plea for ‘rapid transition’ away from fossil fuels

14 Nov, 2024 | Justice and Peace Scotland | Justice & Peace Scotland Facebook |

Today the Bishops' Conference of Scotland have released a statement encouraging world leaders to commit to a Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty and a just transition for workers. Read more about it below 👇 and find the statement in full on our website.

The Bishops’ Conference of Scotland made the call during the Cop29 climate change summit in Azerbaijan.

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14Nov

The Bishops' Conference of Scotland have released a statement encouraging world leaders to establish a Fossil Fuel Non-Prolifera...

14 Nov, 2024 | Justice and Peace Scotland | Justice & Peace Scotland Facebook |

The Bishops' Conference of Scotland have released a statement encouraging world leaders to establish a Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty, to commit all nations to a rapid and just transition away from fossil fuels.

The statement, which is released today to mark the COP29 climate summit currently underway in Azerbaijan, calls on Scotland to play its role in realising the common good by participating in a swift transition away from fossil fuels, underpinned by a just transition for workers.

Archbishop William Nolan, President of Justice & Peace Scotland and of the Bishops' Conference of Scotland's Care of Creation Office said: "I welcome the statement and urge governments at COP29 to overcome national interests and pledge themselves to concrete action now.”

The full text of the statement can be read below.

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13Nov

To mark the COP29 Global Day of Action this Saturday, Justice & Peace Scotland will join many other faith groups at an interfait...

13 Nov, 2024 | Justice and Peace Scotland | Justice & Peace Scotland Facebook |

To mark the COP29 Global Day of Action this Saturday, Justice & Peace Scotland will join many other faith groups at an interfaith service in Edinburgh organised by Christian Aid Scotland to reflect on climate justice. The service will be followed by a walk to the Scottish Parliament where a silent vigil will be held to remember victims of the climate crisis. 🕯️

Join us to pray together for climate justice. 🙏

📅Saturday 16th November
⛪Canongate Kirk, Edinburgh
🕑2pm
🪧Look out for the Justice & Peace Scotland banner

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12Nov

📢URGENT ACTION

12 Nov, 2024 | Justice and Peace Scotland | Justice & Peace Scotland Facebook |

📢URGENT ACTION

On 28 October 2024, the Israeli government passed a Bill banning UNRWA, the Palestinian refugee agency, from operating in Israel and Palestine. Our friends EAPPI UK & Ireland say: "This will paralyse the agency’s ability to provide life-saving humanitarian aid and other essential services at this time of immeasurable need. Humanitarian organisations around the world are united - no other agency can provide the aid at the scale and speed that’s needed in Gaza. The consequences of banning the agency’s operations will be catastrophic - we must act now."

📝Write to your MP today to ask them to take action to protect UNRWA
🔗EAPPI UK & Ireland have created a letter you can send with a few clicks at this link: https://tinyurl.com/yc45jh4j
🔁Share the call to action.

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