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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

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Click here to visit the Jubilee 2025 website

The Jubilee Prayer

Father in heaven,
may the faith you have given us
in your son, Jesus Christ, our brother,
and the flame of charity enkindled in our hearts by the Holy Spirit, reawaken in us the blessed hope for the coming of your Kingdom.

May your grace transform us into tireless cultivators of the seeds of the Gospel.
May those seeds transform from within both humanity and the whole cosmos in the sure expectation of a new heaven and a new earth,
when, with the powers of Evil vanquished,
your glory will shine eternally.

May the grace of the Jubilee reawaken in us, Pilgrims of Hope, a yearning for the treasures of heaven. May that same grace spread the joy and peace of our Redeemer throughout the earth. 

To you our God, eternally blessed, be glory and praise for ever.

Amen
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December 2025
Representatives of the Scottish Catholic Youth Service (SCY) got together in Edinburgh recently to plan faith events, activities and pilgrimages for the young people of Scotland in 2026 and beyond!

From left:
Fr Gerard Gallagher (Secretary of SCY, Paisley)
Fr Paul Henderson (St Andrews & Edinburgh)
Fr Kevin Rennie (Galloway)
Fr Ryan Black (Paisley)
Sr Angela Marie Russell OP (Aberdeen)
Fyfe Daly (Glasgow)
Charis McCrosson (Dunkeld)
Canon Gerard Tartaglia (Glasgow)
Archbishop Leo Cushley (President of SCY, St Andrews & Edinburgh)

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17 December – O Sapientia

Today we begin the great O Antiphons, the ancient and beautiful prayers of the Church that have been sung since the early centuries of Christianity.

Over the next seven days, we journey through salvation history, calling upon Christ with the Messianic titles foretold in Scripture. These are days of longing and hope, as the Church remembers humanity’s deep desire for a Redeemer.

We begin with O Wisdom, the eternal Word through whom all things were made, who orders creation with gentleness and power, and whom we await to guide us in truth.

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Exploring Scottish Catholicism: Education, Philosophy, and Literature

Discover the rich Catholic tradition in Scotland through this short introductory course developed by the University of Glasgow’s Scottish Catholic Studies Artlab.

The course explores Scottish Catholic education, philosophical tradition, and literature, with opportunities to share ideas and take part in thoughtful discussion.

✨ Free to take when completed within three weeks

Ideal for anyone interested in Catholicism, religious studies, or Scottish history.

👉 Find out more: https://www.futurelearn.com/courses/exploring-scottish-catholicism

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A brief summary of key discussions from last week’s online meeting of the Bishops’ Conference, including synodality, safeguarding, clergy formation, care of creation, and clergy welfare.



















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Bishop Toal's Sunday Reflection for the Third Sunday of Advent

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Today’s Gospel (Matthew 11:2–11) brings us a powerful Advent message of hope and reassurance.

From prison, John the Baptist asks Jesus, “Are you the one who is to come?” and Jesus points to the signs of God’s Kingdom already at work; the blind see, the lame walk, and the Good News is proclaimed to the poor.

As we celebrate Gaudete Sunday, we’re reminded that even in moments of doubt or waiting, Christ is truly among us, bringing healing, joy, and new life.

Take a minute to reflect with the Diocese of Paisley’s Gospel in 60 Seconds as we continue our journey towards Christmas.

▶️ Watch, reflect, and share.

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Welcome to our reflection for the Third Sunday of Advent with Bishop Frank Dougan. As we continue our journey towards Christmas, Bishop Frank invites us to look honestly at our hearts and consider why we sometimes hesitate to run towards the Lord. If God is truly a God of love, mercy and healing, what is it within us that makes us hold back?

This week’s Gospel reminds us of the signs of Christ’s presence: the blind seeing, the lame walking, the deaf hearing, and the poor receiving hope. Bishop Frank reflects on how these physical healings point to the deeper spiritual healing and forgiveness Christ offers to each one of us.

Using the simple image of a child who joyfully throws themselves into the arms of someone they trust, he encourages us to approach God with the same confidence and freedom. Even the parts of ourselves we fear or hide are not obstacles to His love. God never turns away; He waits patiently for us to turn to Him.

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Today we celebrate the Memorial of St Lucy (283–304).

Born in Syracuse, Sicily, St Lucy was raised in a noble Christian family. After her mother was miraculously healed at the shrine of St Agatha, Lucy dedicated her life to God.

Her generosity and her refusal to marry led to her being denounced during a time of persecution. Tradition tells us that, strengthened by the Holy Spirit, Lucy stood firm through terrible suffering. After torture which included taking out her eyes, a fire was then built around her, but again God protected her. She was finally put to death by the sword.

St Lucy’s name is honoured in the Roman Canon, and she is remembered as a shining witness of courage, purity, and unwavering faith.

St Lucy, pray for us.

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Be part of the very first Stella Maris Lourdes Pilgrimage!

Monday 25 – Saturday 30 May 2026

Stella Maris warmly invites all serving and retired seafarers, fishers, and their family members or carers to join them for six grace-filled days in Lourdes; a time for prayer and community in the beautiful sanctuary of Our Lady.

This pilgrimage is fully funded, including travel, accommodation, and meals.

If you’d like to register your interest or find out more, please get in touch:

Dcn John Fogarty
📧 [email protected] | 📞 07986 723015

Hugh Ramsay
📧 [email protected] | 📞 07432 654032

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In today’s Audience, Pope Leo XIV reflected on the mystery of death, reminding us that although every creature dies, our desire for eternity makes death feel like a contradiction. He noted that modern society often hides death or treats it as a taboo, even though only by facing it honestly do we learn how to live well.

The Pope said that knowing we will die can weigh on us, but it also invites us to discern what truly matters. St Alphonsus Liguori taught that meditating on death helps us choose what leads us to God and let go of what is superficial.

Pope Leo also cautioned against modern ideas that promise “immortality” through technology and asked whether science can really defeat death or guarantee happiness if it could.

The Holy Father reminded us that only Christ’s Resurrection sheds full light on death. In Jesus, death becomes a passage to eternal life, not the end. Christ has gone before us, conquered death by love, and prepared a place where we are awaited.

Because of Him, like St Francis, we can call death “sister”, trusting that it leads us to the fullness of life without end.


From St. Peter's Square | General Audience with Pope Leo XIV.👉🏻 Sign up for our newsletter here: https://bit.ly/ewtnvatican Let us know where you are wat...
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