Confirmations at 9:00am Mass
His Grace, Archbishop Cushley, will celebrate the 9:00am Mass today at which children from our parish will receive the Sacrament of Confirmation. Please keep them in your prayers!
Marathon Pledge Collection: Raise the Roof
This weekend, members of the Young Adults Group will be at all the Masses to gather your pledges ahead of their running in the Edinburgh Marathon festival at the end of the month. This is a great chance to meet some of those who have been going through their paces training for next weekend’s Edinburgh Marathon Festival 25th and 26th May. They are looking forward to receiving your pledge of support in this effort to raise funds for the roof project, which will also serve as a gentle encouragement when the legs start wearying!
Friends of the Cathedral Event Doing God? The Personal Faith of the Prime Ministers: Fr Mark Vickers, Tuesday, 21st May, Coffee Saints, 7.30pm
Friends of the Cathedral will host Fr Mark Vickers speaking about his book God in Number 10: The Personal Faith of the Prime Ministers from Balfour to Blair on Tuesday, 21st May at 7.30pm in Coffee Saints. There are a limited number of extra places available. If you would like to attend, please email ppccathedral@stmaryscathedral.co.uk
'An Evening of Summer Music' with the Schola Cantorum: Wednesday 26 June at 7pm
Join the Schola Cantorum choir for a concert of summer music next month. The performance will feature Vivaldi's famous Gloria in D, accompanied by a chamber orchestra — a first for the choir! The evening will conclude with a drinks reception in the Octagon. Tickets are £10 (including a glass of prosecco) and are available from Eventbrite or on the door. Book at https://bit.ly/CathedralSummerMusic2024 Tickets will be sold after Masses beginning the weekend of 8th-9th June.
Marian Holy Hours with Rosary, 6:30pm Tuesdays in May
Join us for our Tuesday Marian Holy Hour in the Cathedral 6:30pm-7:30pm with Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, praying of the Rosary and a reflection on Our Lady. Come and spend some time in prayer before Our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament. This Tuesday, 21st May we will have a reflection by Fr. Jose. All are invited to join us! Our St. Pauls Bookshop has many beautiful spiritual reading books on the Blessed Virgin Mary and the rosary, including The Secret of the Rosary by St. Louis de Monfort and many rosaries to choose from, too. The shop is open daily 10am-5pm. Contact 0131 510 4260, edinburgh@stpauls.org.uk.
Young Adults Talks by Young Adults: ‘Figures of My Faith’
In our new series of Young Adults Group talks, ‘Figures of My Faith,’ young adults themselves will share stories of their faith journeys speaking about figures who have helped their own growth in our faith. Join us on Tuesday, 21 May as Jesse Angelo speaks about St. Francis Xavier. Come along at 7:00pm for teas/coffees in 63 York Place followed by the talk at 7.30pm. We will conclude with Night Prayer and discuss in a local pub. All young adults 17-35 are welcome!
Parish Youth Group (P3-P7)
The Parish Youth Group meets Sunday, 19 May at 6:00pm at St. Andrew’s, Ravelston EH4 3DS. Come along for lots of games and activities as well as learning something about the Feast of Pentecost. Our final meeting before the summer will be on Sunday 2nd June.
Friendship Group: Coffee Afternoon & Edinburgh Museums Visit
The Friendship Group Coffee Afternoon is on Tuesday 21 May at 2:00pm-3:30pm in Coffee Saints. Open to all over 60; enjoy a 20% discount during the session time. Please come along and join us! Also, we’ll have a group visit to the Museum of Edinburgh and The People’s Story Museum. On Tuesday, 21 May, meet outside Canongate Kirk, 153 Canongate, Edinburgh EH8 8BN, shortly before 11:00am to enjoy a visit to these two fascinating landmarks.
Save the Date: Festival Mass
Sunday, 11 August: His Grace, Archbishop Cushley, will celebrate the annual Festival Mass at Noon at the Cathedral. Join us for this beautiful celebration of our Sunday Liturgy at the start of the week of our Cathedral’s patronal feast (the Assumption) on 15th August in the season of Edinburgh’s International Festival.
Rosary After Weekday Masses in May
All are invited to join praying the Rosary during May after 6:00pm weekday Masses at St. Andrew’s.
Wednesday Adoration and Confession
Every Wednesday we have Eucharistic Adoration and Confessions 5:00pm-6:00pm, followed by 6:00pm Mass. Come and spend some quiet time in prayer with our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament and take the opportunity for Confession.
St. Andrew's Talk on Justice and Peace
Our final St. Andrew’s talk will be on Monday, 27th May when Anne-Marie Clements will join us to speak about the work of the Justice and Peace Commission in Scotland. Talk begins at 6.45pm with refreshments available afterwards.
Save the Date: Ravelston Parish Barbecue
The annual St Andrews parish barbecue will take place on Sunday September 1st at 1:30pm. It's always a very enjoyable afternoon and a great opportunity to get involved and meet fellow parishioners both old and new. We will of course need volunteers on the day. More details will follow over the summer, but in the meantime.... save the date!
Corpus Christi Mass and Procession, Sunday 2 June
St Patrick’s, Cowgate, Edinburgh, EH1 1TQ, on Sunday 2 June, beginning with Mass celebrated by Archbishop Cushley at 11:00am, followed by a procession. All are welcome to this special event. First Holy Communicants are encouraged to wear their First Holy Communion outfits! St Patrick’s hosts a 40 Hours’ Devotion ahead of the event. Schedule posted at https://www.facebook.com/stpatricksedinburgh
Pray & Discuss Sacred Scripture – Treasure the Gift!
Do you want to learn more about the Bible? The translation of the Bible that we hear at Mass is changing this Advent. The Archdiocese has organised a day of prayer, study and discussion to learn more about this and to reflect on the gift of the Word of God for the Church. Come along to this free event! Treasuring the Gift takes place on Saturday 8 June 10:00am-3:00pm at The Gillis Centre, 100 Strathearn Road, Edinburgh, EH9 1BB. The day includes Mass, talks from invited speakers, light lunch, a panel of testimonies from lay people from across the Archdiocese, and Eucharistic Adoration. Register at bit.ly/treasuringthegift Come along and treasure the gift!
St Margaret’s Pilgrimage – Sunday, 23rd June
Gather in faith and thanksgiving to celebrate Scotland's patron saint in Dunfermline on Sunday 23 June 2024. The procession to St Margaret’s Church takes place from the Glen Gates in Bridge Street to the Church at 2:00pm, followed by Mass at 3:00pm. Ecumenical Prayers at the tomb of St Margaret at Dunfermline Abbey is at 12:30pm. All welcome. No registration required.
Mass at the Cathedral for Married & Engaged Couples
The annual Mass for Married and Engaged Couples is at 7:15pm on Wednesday 29 May 2024 at St Mary's Cathedral, Edinburgh. Come and celebrate the gift of marriage, renew your commitment and receive God's blessing upon your love. Requests for special invitations for couples celebrating significant anniversaries can be made at vemarriage@staned.org.uk or by calling 0131 334 1693.
Order of Malta: Day of Recollection
A Day of Recollection organised by the Order of Malta will take place on Saturday 1st June 2024 from 11:00am to 4.30pm at Kilgraston School, Bridge of Earn, Perthshire PH2 9BQ. The day will include Mass and spiritual talks led by Fr Malcolm Hutchison of the Diocese of Dunkeld, and is open to all of the Order’s friends and supporters. Tea and coffee will be provided; however, attendees are asked to provide their own lunch, and to contribute £15 to cover expenses. Ordained to the priesthood in 2022, Fr Malcolm returned to Scotland in 2023 following studies at the Pontifical Scots College, Rome, and was appointed as assistant priest of Ss Peter and Paul, Dundee. For further information, please contact Mark Hamid on 07944 190454 or at scotland.secretary@orderofmalta.org.uk. Alternatively, please register via https://bit.ly/RecollectionJune2024 Learn more about the Order of Malta in Scotland at https://www.orderofmalta.org.uk/companions/whatwedo/scotland/
Marriage Counselling
If you are concerned about your relationship and feel as a couple that you are unable to reach a conclusion alone, it is likely that you will benefit from marriage counselling. The Archdiocese has an arrangement with a qualified Catholic marriage counsellor who may be able to help you. For information or advice or to arrange counselling sessions please email in confidence marriage.counsellor@staned.org.uk or phone 07511928621 (Please note that counselling fees apply).
Help for Marriages: Online Retrouvaille Programme Begins 19th June
Retrouvaille is a programme to support couples who have difficulties in their marriage. It brings a positive focus, new hope and helps nourish and grow your marriage. Learning how to communicate effectively and clearly can be a key element in saving a troubled marriage. Retrouvaille England and Wales is delighted to offer a Virtual Retrouvaille programme 8pm to 10pm on Wednesday 19th June and every Wednesday, ending on the 4th September 2024. Please call or email in confidence and without obligation. + 44 788 729 6983 / + 44 797 338 0443, retrouvailleukinfo@gmail.com To learn more, visit www.retrouvaille.org.uk
Funding for Teachers
Are you a teacher considering studying for the Catholic Teacher's Certificate to teach Religious Education? The Archdiocese will pay half the cost of this course for 20 teachers working in our Archdiocese. For an application form please email kay.leslie@staned.org.uk
29 May Webinar on MA Theology Programme
Join a 29 May webinar, 6-7pm offering everything you need to know about the forthcoming MA in Applied Catholic Theology Course at St Mary's University's campus in Edinburgh. Register at https://bit.ly/theologywebinar SAAS funding is available for all Scottish students taking the MA in Applied Catholic Theology course 2024/25. The course is offered by St Mary’s University in partnership with the Archdiocese at the Gillis Centre in Edinburgh. To register for the programme, visit https://www.stmarys.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate/applied-catholic-theology
Five-Day Summer Session for Young Adults: ‘Reasons for Believing’
All Catholics ages 16-30·are invited to the Faith Summer Session, ‘Reasons for Believing’,
at Ampleforth Abbey, York, Monday, 29 July-Friday, 2 August 2024. The focus of the week will be a series of talks, each building on one another to develop a coherent, dynamic vision of the faith. The event includes daily Mass, morning and night prayer, Adoration and Confession, plus social activities including a Ceilidh and a quiz night! Cost: £180 / Concessions: £160. Registration deadline is 2 July 2024. To book your place, visit https://www.faith.org.uk/events . See Fr. Robert for more details.
August: Monastic Experience Weekend for Men at Pluscarden Abbey
The community of Benedictine monks at Pluscarden offer a special opportunity for men to experience what monastic life is all about Friday 16th-Monday 19th August. This opportunity is suitable for single men who are Catholic, practise their faith, are aged 18-40, and at least open to the possibility of considering a monastic vocation. Participants will join the monks in their daily prayer and work, and will be offered a close-up insight into some of the treasures of the monastic tradition. The event may be of assistance in the process of discerning one's vocation in life. There will be no charge for the weekend. Register at https://www.pluscardenabbey.org/monastic-experience-weekend