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 on 28 May 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. We will have a reflection by Deacon Peter.
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, 28 May as Caitlin O’Neill speaks about Pope St. Celestine. 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!
Wednesday Mass with Archbishop for Married & Engaged Couples
His Grace, Archbishop Leo, will celebrate the annual Mass for Married and Engaged Couples is at 7:15pm this 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 0131 334 1693.
'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.
No Saturday Morning Adoration on 1 June
This upcoming Saturday, 1 June, there will be no adoration after morning mass due to the celebration of Holy First Communion for the Polish Community. Adoration will return as normal the following weekend.
Friendship Group: Coffee Afternoon
The Friendship Group Coffee Afternoon is on Tuesday 28 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!
Disabled Parking for Blue Badge Holders
If you have a Blue Badge for disabled parking, drive to Mass and would like to use the St. James’ Car Park for Sunday morning Mass, please fill out a form at the back of Church and return it to the Office, with your name, phone number, email address, parking permit number, expiry date and car registration number or email your details to cathedralhouse@stmaryscathedral.co.uk. The Car Park offers free disabled parking on Sundays, 8:30am-1:30pm. Outside of those hours, normal parking fees will apply.
St. Andrew's Talk on Justice and Peace
Join us in the parish rooms at Ravelston on Monday, 27th May for a talk by Anne-Marie Clements, the Catholic Social Teaching Engagement Officer for Justice and Peace Scotland about the work of the Bishops’ Conference of Scotland Commission and how it is all underpinned by the principles of Catholic Social Teaching. This is a great opportunity to find out more about how we can enact the words of Pope St Paul VI, “If you want peace, work for justice”. Talk begins at 6.45pm with refreshments available afterwards.
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.
Volunteers Needed for Ravelston Parish Barbecue – Sign Up Today!
Sign up now to volunteer for the annual St Andrews parish barbecue on Sunday September 1st at 1:30pm! We will have games for kids, a book stall, plant stall, bric a brac stall and bottle tombola. Helpers for various jobs are needed including organisation, setup and clean up. Add your name and contact details to the list at the back of church or email cathedralhouse@stmaryscathedral.co.uk
Wednesday Webinar on MA Theology Programme
This Wednesday 29 May join a 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
Corpus Christi Mass and Procession, Sunday 2 June at St. Patrick’s
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.
Treasure the Gift of the Bible: Talks and Testimonies at Free Event
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 http://bit.ly/treasuringthegift Come along and treasure the gift!
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 https://www.retrouvaille.org.uk
St Margaret’s Pilgrimage – Sunday, 23rd June
Gather in faith and thanksgiving to celebrate one of Scotland's patron saints 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.
“God’s Mercy and Yours” Conference Hosted by Edinburgh Dominicans
The Edinburgh Friars are holding a conference, “God’s Mercy and Yours”, on Friday 28th and Saturday 29th June at Assembly Hall, Mound Place Edinburgh EH1 2LU. The conference seeks to explore the theme of mercy. Full details of talks and speakers are at https://scotland.op.org/gods-mercy-and-yours. This is a public event and there is no charge. However, because of catering, we ask that, if you wish to eat or drink either on Friday or Saturday, you book online. To view the full programme and book for the conference visit bit.ly/godsmercyandyours If you can please help with costs by making a donation at the booking link.
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
Rachel's Vineyard Retreat in June
A retreat for spiritual and emotional healing after abortion will be held 26-28 June 2024 (mid-week) in the Glasgow Area. These confidential, supportive retreats are for anyone who has been affected by their own or someone else’s abortion experience. Participants who have often experienced deep anger towards themselves or others, experience forgiveness; peace is found and a sense of hope and meaning for the future is discovered. For more information please call or email Sr. Andrea at 07816 942 824 or sisterandrea@rachelsvineyard.org.uk. More details at https://www.rachelsvineyard.org.uk
Summer Family Retreats at Craig Lodge House of Prayer, Dalmally
Families have always held a special place in the life of Craig Lodge and we love welcoming them into our House of Prayer. From 8-12 July we are running 3 weeks for young families. We will pray together, adore Jesus together and have fellowship together. To book your place and to learn more details, visit https://www.craiglodge.org/events Adults and over 16s: £270; aged 11-16: £100; under 11: donation.
All meals included. For more details, please contact mail@craiglodge.org, 01838 200216, Craig Lodge, Dalmally, Argyll, Scotland, UK, PA33 1AR.
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