Young Adults Talks on Exploring the Liturgy Begin Tuesday, 10 January
All young adults aged 18-35 are welcome to join us in 63 York Place on Tuesday for the first in our new series of talks on "Exploring the Liturgy". Our first talk is on the ‘Development of the Liturgy’, and will be given by Fr. Matthew Jarvis, OP on Tuesday, 10 January. Fr Jarvis will look at how the Mass developed through the centuries. Upcoming talks include what happens at Mass, the place of sacred music in the liturgy and the importance of the sacred space, all of which is for the celebration of the Eucharist. We start at 7pm with teas and coffees, the talk will begin at 7.30pm and will be followed by Night Prayer and Confessions in the Cathedral, before a time to discuss in the pub.
Over Sixties Club Coffee Afternoon
Over Sixties Coffee Afternoon, the first of 2023, will be on Tuesday 10th January at Coffee Saints, 2.30 - 4pm, the new format will be in operation as the Tor Foundation funding has now ended. We hope to see as many of you as can make it. Contact Trish at 07541 552070 if you would like to discuss the new format.
Catholic Men: Catenians’ Meeting on Wednesday, 18th January
The Catenian Association invites all Catholic men, married or single, to a Membership meeting on Wednesday, 18th January, from 7.00 p.m.-9.00 p.m. in 63 York Place. The Association is an international body of Catholic laymen who meet once a month and offer friendship and support to Catholic men at all stages of their lives. We would like to extend our group, sharing friendship and faith in our community. For more information contact John Russell on 01555 728032, membership@thecatenians.com and visit https://thecatenians.com/
Future meetings will be on 15th February and 15th March.
Save the Date: Parish Youth Group Resumes on Sunday, 26th February
From Sunday 26th February the Youth Group (ages from P3 to S1) will return with its regular Sunday evening meetings, starting at 6:00pm with games, a chance to learn about the faith and time for prayer. Don’t forget the tuckshop, too! For more information speak with Fr. Robert or contact him at frrobert.taylor@staned.org.uk
Cathedral Fabric Matters – Update from Alice
The variety of issues I am involved in never ceases to provide interest. In the last eight weeks this has ranged from investigation of stained-glass repairs to pest control, via much time on electrical and alarm issues. It has been a busy period of fun and games with the heating, both in Cathedral House and in the café and bookshop area, where a leak in the underfloor heating has required some of the circuits to be turned off. As many of you will have noticed, the temperature in the café and bookshop was on the cool side during the recent cold snap and supplementary heating has been installed to alleviate this. The fire alarm in this area has developed a fault and we await the replacement of a major element of this. Work to separate the electrical supplies of both tenants from the main Cathedral supply also took place.
The organ was tuned in November and work was completed to relocate its right-hand humidifier to a more accessible position for cleaning. Amongst much else, a drain survey identified a few issues under Sacristy 2. Minor works occurred to even some of the paving slabs to the front of the Cathedral prior to the installation of the crib and the annual Fire Risk Assessment has taken place. This latter has provided a list of further works to make the Cathedral more compliant. Thank you to all you for your assistance in reporting any fabric issues since I started – please keep the messages coming! My email address is complexmanager@stmaryscathedral.co.uk . Happy New Year!
Special Cathedral Cleaning Day: Saturday 28th January, 1:30pm – 4pm
We intend to have a Spring Cleaning Day on Saturday 28th January, between 1:30pm and 4pm and are looking for 15 volunteers to help clean the Cathedral on a one-off basis. If you think you might be able to spare the time, please put the date in your diary and let Alice have your name and phone number at complexmanager@stmaryscathedral.co.uk. Thank you!
2023 Marriage Preparation Courses
The next Marriage Preparation courses are 10am-5pm on Saturday, 28th January 2023; and Saturday, 20th May 2023. The course includes presentations by married couples from the parish. To register, email cathedralhouse@stmaryscathedral.co.uk
St. Pauls Bookshop in the New Year: Calendars and more!
Start your New Year off with a beautiful new 2023 calendar from the St Pauls Bookshop or pick up a copy of the monthly publication Magnificat with daily and Sunday Mass readings. Browse a full selection of Catholic children’s books, gifts for First Holy Communion, Mass cards, Bibles, rosaries, religious art and more! Hours are 10:00am to 5:30pm, including weekends (closed Mondays). Contact 0131 510 4260 or edinburgh@stpauls.org.uk or visit https://ww.stpauls.org.uk
Special Collection for Justice & Peace Next Weekend
Next weekend (14th-15th January) there will be a special collection for the National Commission for Justice and Peace which advises the Scottish Bishops’ Conference in matters relating to social justice, international peace and human rights.
St. Andrew’s Talk on Monday on the Eucharist
Join us tomorrow, Monday, 9th January, at 6:45pm for our next St. Andrew’s Talk when Fr James Cadman. He will speak on the Eucharist and especially the beautiful devotion of Eucharistic Adoration. Soup & sandwiches will follow! Why not come along to 6:00pm Mass and join us for the talk afterwards?
Holy Hour Every Sunday at 2:00pm Starting 15th January
As a quiet, prayerful way to enter into the New Year, join us every Sunday afternoon for 2:00pm Holy Hour at St. Andrew’s, Ravelston from Sunday 15th January. The Holy Hour will conclude with Benediction at 3pm. Please do make some time to visit our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament.
Holy Hour with Archbishop – Gillis Centre this Tuesday 6:00pm
"I invite all the faithful to come and pray with me before Our Lord present in the Blessed Sacrament." + Leo
His Grace, Archbishop Cushley, welcomes you to join him this Tuesday, 10th January at 6:00pm for the second in a series of monthly Holy Hours with Eucharistic Adoration at St Margaret’s Chapel at the Gillis Centre, 100 Strathearn Road, Edinburgh, to pray for “insight, courage and joy in our mission,” as part of the Synod 2023. The Holy Hours include time for silent prayer before the Blessed Sacrament, followed by Evening Prayer at 6:45pm and conclude with Benediction.
Is God Calling You to Serve the Church as a Sister? Come for Our Chat!
Have you considered following the Lord in a life of prayer and service as a Sister? Join other young Catholic women to chat and explore God's will in five monthly get-togethers in Edinburgh. Led by Sr Mirjam Hugens FSO, the first one takes place on Sunday 29 January, 4-7pm at St Columba’s, 9 Upper Gray Street. It is a chance to pray, share and discuss in a relaxed environment, and refreshments will be served. The series continues on the last Sunday of each month at the same time/venue: 26 Feb, 26 Mar, 30 Apr, 28 May. Questions? Email Sr. Mirjam at religiousvocations@staned.org.uk For information about religious life in our Archdiocese and resources to help you discover your vocation, visit https://archedinburgh.org/vocations/
New Year’s Resolution: Discover the Treasures of Your Catholic Faith
Diploma in Catechetics Begins this Thursday Zoom
This coming year, why not make a resolution to learn more about your Catholic faith and discover its treasures: the Mass, the seven Sacraments, Scripture, Christology, systematic theology, Catholic social teaching and more! A wonderful way to do this would be sign up for the Archdiocesan Diploma in Catechetics. This course, which meets for an hour once a week on Zoom, is back by popular demand after a successful second year. All sessions are recorded so you can watch at your convenience! Sister Anna Marie McGuan, RSM and a range of guest speakers including priests from our Archdiocese bring you online talks each Thursday, guided reading, one-to-one support, retreats and supplementary courses on Zoom and YouTube. The course lasts one year, begins this Thursday, 12th January 2023 at 7:30pm and costs £200. Bursaries are available. Registration is now open at https://bit.ly/archdiploma2023. Questions? Email Sr. Anna Marie, RSM at sranna.marie@staned.org.uk
Here's what Diploma participants said about the course:
“A life changer, I learnt so much and it really deepened my faith. I can’t recommend it enough.”
“The Diploma in Catechetics is invaluable. There is no one who I wouldn't recommend this course to!”
“Inspirational. You won’t want to miss a session. Please give it a go - it’s a course for everyone.”
Want to learn more? Watch the 30-minute webinar “Diploma in Catechetics - all you need to know”:
https://bit.ly/Diploma2023Webinar
Ages 16-35 Stronghold Night of Prayer in Glasgow on Saturday 21 January
Everyone between ages 16-35 is welcome to join Stronghold for a night of prayer and praise at 7pm on Saturday 21 January in Turnbull Hall at Glasgow University. The event will include worship, praise, teaching and fellowship. Stronghold is a movement of young people who love to worship Jesus. We meet on the third Saturday of every month during the academic year and then we have a festival at Craig Lodge Family House of Prayer during Pentecost. Stronghold Prayer Nights are a great way of making new friends and going deeper in worshiping the Lord! Contact Craig Lodge House of Prayer at mail@craiglodge.org or 44(0)1838 200216 or visit https://www.craiglodge.org/events/stronghold-prayer-night-jan-23 for more information.
Lay Dominicans Come and See Day, Saturday, 4th February
Lay Dominicans are men and women who live the Dominican charism in their daily lives. On Saturday 4 February the Edinburgh group will be holding a day for those interested in finding out more about the Dominicans, and in particular, Lay Dominicans. It begins with Mass at St Albert's Chapel, George Square, at 12noon (entry via George Square Lane). More information is available on their website at www.laydominicans.org.uk/fraternities/edinburgh-fraternity.
Free Retreat for Married & Engaged Couples on Saturday, 11th February
A free half-day retreat offers couples a chance to reflect on their love and commitment to each other, to God and to their community. It will be led by Annette and Paul O’Beirne, of Equipes Notre-Dame (Teams of Our Lady), which supports married couples in their vocation. They will share some of the stories and tools gathered over their 42 years together. The retreat will be 2-5pm, Saturday 11 February at the Gillis Centre, 100 Strathearn Road, Edinburgh, EH9 1BB. Register at https://bit.ly/valentineretreat
Summer Retreats for Young Families at Craig Lodge House of Prayer
Grow in your Catholic faith as a family this summer! Craig Lodge House of Prayer is offering Family Week retreats in July and August: 3-7 July, 17-21 July and 31 July-4 August. These weeks, especially for young families (ages 16 and under), start on Monday evening and finish up Friday lunchtime. They include organised activities for children, Mass, opportunity for the Sacrament of Reconciliation and time for prayer. All-inclusive cost for a family week is £250 per adult, £100 per child (11-16s), donation for under 11s. To book a place this year or for more details, please contact Ruth at mail@craiglodge.org, 01838 200216 or visit https://www.craiglodge.org Craig Lodge, Dalmally, Argyll, Scotland, UK, PA33 1AR.
Pilgrimage to Knock Shrine & Co. Mayo, Ireland in April 2023
A pilgrimage to Knock Shrine is being organized in April 2023 for the parishes within Scotland with day trips to Westport, Ballintubber Abbey, Croagh Patrick, Fr. Peyton Centre & National Museum. Cost is £699.00 per person sharing. Price includes flight, all transfers, 4 nights in Knock House Hotel with full board. Contact Patricia on 01268 762 278 or 07740 175557 or email knockpilgrimages@gmail.com.
Bible in a Year Podcast
In The Bible in a Year podcast, Fr. Mike Schmitz walks you through the entire Bible in 365 episodes, providing thoughtful commentary, reflection, and prayer along the way. To sign up to listen to each 20-25 minute episode, visit https://media.ascensionpress.com/all-bible-in-a-year-episodes/ Why not try it?