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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

23rd July 2026


23 July 2026

Catholic Bishops of Scotland Offer Congratulations to the New Prime Minister

The Catholic Bishops of Scotland have written to the Prime Minister, Andy Burnham, offering their congratulations on his appointment and assuring him of their prayers and good wishes as he begins this important public service.

As a Catholic, the Prime Minister will be familiar with the Church’s enduring commitment to the dignity of every human person and to the promotion of the common good – principles which lie at the heart of Catholic social teaching. We hope these values will underpin his leadership, particularly in serving the poor, the vulnerable and those on the margins of society, and in advancing the cause of peace, justice and reconciliation both at home and abroad.

We assure the Prime Minister of our prayers for wisdom, courage and integrity as he undertakes the responsibilities of this high office. We look forward to working constructively with him and his Government on the many issues that affect the lives and wellbeing of individuals, families and communities, and we pray that the United Kingdom will continue to use its influence in the service of peace, justice and human dignity throughout the world.

Bishop John Keenan

President of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Scotland

Letter to Prime Minister 230726

Contact:

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Bishops’ Conference of Scotland
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Tel: 01236 764061
Email: [email protected]

News from the Commissions and Agencies

May 2026
Gospel
John 17:1-11a
‘Father, glorify your Son.’

At that time: Jesus lifted up his eyes to heaven, and said, ‘Father, the hour has come; glorify your Son that the Son may glorify you, since you have given him authority over all flesh, to give eternal life to all whom you have given him. And this is eternal life, that they know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom you have sent. I glorified you on earth, having accomplished the work that you gave me to do. And now, Father, glorify me in your own presence with the glory that I had with you before the world existed.
‘I have manifested your name to the people whom you gave me out of the world. Yours they were, and you gave them to me, and they have kept your word. Now they know that everything that you have given me is from you. For I have given them the words that you gave me, and they have received them and have come to know in truth that I came from you; and they have believed that you sent me. I am praying for them. I am not praying for the world but for those whom you have given me, for they are yours. All mine are yours, and yours are mine, and I am glorified in them. And I am no longer in the world, but they are in the world, and I am coming to you.’

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Born on this day in 1920, Karol Józef Wojtyła, later Pope Saint John Paul II, was born in Wadowice, Poland, and would grow to become a shepherd marked by courage, intellect and deep pastoral faith.

Shaped early by prayer, study and the sacraments, he lived through the darkness of war before responding to his vocation to the priesthood, being ordained in 1946.

After serving as a bishop and cardinal, he was elected Pope on 16 October 1978. During his pontificate, he preached the Gospel across the world, authored major Church teachings, and inspired generations of Catholics, especially young people through initiatives such as World Youth Day.

He died on 2 April 2005 and was canonised by Pope Francis in 2014, leaving a lasting legacy of faith, courage and trust in Christ.
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Something is about to begin…
It’s time to pause,
to listen,
to awaken.
To look at the Earth and decide how we want to love.
🌍 Very soon…
From hope to action, from the heart to the mission.
Find out how you can get involved.
#LaudatoSiWeek2026 #FromHopeToAction







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Born on this day in 1920, Karol Józef Wojtyła, later Pope Saint John Paul II, was born in Wadowice, Poland, and would grow to become a shepherd marked by courage, intellect and deep pastoral faith.

Shaped early by prayer, study and the sacraments, he lived through the darkness of war before responding to his vocation to the priesthood, being ordained in 1946.

After serving as a bishop and cardinal, he was elected Pope on 16 October 1978. During his pontificate, he preached the Gospel across the world, authored major Church teachings, and inspired generations of Catholics, especially young people through initiatives such as World Youth Day.

He died on 2 April 2005 and was canonised by Pope Francis in 2014, leaving a lasting legacy of faith, courage and trust in Christ.

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The Bishops’ Conference of Scotland is currently recruiting for a role within the Office for Communications and Evangelisation.

This is an exciting opportunity to help support and strengthen the Church’s communications, digital outreach and evangelisation work across Scotland.

For full details and application information, please visit:
https://www.bcos.org.uk/vacancies

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Holy Mass of Monday of the Seventh Week of Easter | 18 May 2026
This music is licensed under one license number: A-623356

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Pope Francis' 2015 encyclical Laudato Si' remains a profound invitation to everyone on the planet to care for our common home. Read the encyclical Laudato Si’.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LbBYMlkCsi4&t

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Gospel
John 16:29-33
‘Take heart: I have overcome the world.’

At that time: The disciples said to Jesus, ‘Ah, now you are speaking plainly and not using figurative speech! Now we know that you know all things and do not need anyone to question you; this is why we believe that you came from God.’ Jesus answered them, ‘Do you now believe? Behold, the hour is coming, indeed it has come, when you will be scattered, each to his own home, and will leave me alone. Yet I am not alone, for the Father is with me. I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation, but take heart: I have overcome the world.’

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Sunday Reflection with Bishop Toal: 17 May 2026

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Sunday Reflection with Bishop Toal: 17 May 2026

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