News & Events
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Special Collection. May we be kindly informed that there will be the St Peter’s Pence special collection next weekend at the end of Mass
Study Catholic Theology in Edinburgh
Interested in finding out more about the MA in Applied Catholic Theology at St Mary’s University Scottish campus in Edinburgh? An online information event takes place at 6:00pm on Tuesday 17 June where you can hear from staff and current students. Register at bit.ly/stmarysuni or email stephen.dolan@stmarys.ac.uk .
Corpus Christi Procession – Sunday 22 June
Archbishop Leo will lead the Archdiocesan Corpus Christi Procession from St Patrick’s Church in Kilsyth at 3:00pm on Sunday 22 June. This is a joyous occasion with the Blessed Sacrament being carried through the streets. First Holy Communicants in the Archdiocese are invited to take a special place in the procession wearing their formal clothes. Parking available at the Church. Contact St Patrick’s to reserve disabled/minibus parking or to book a space on the free shuttle buses from Croy train station to the Church: priest.stpatrickskilsyth@staned.org.uk or 01236 822136.
Jubilee Year Picnic for families
The Archdiocesan Jubilee Year picnic takes place on Saturday 28 June, 11:00am – 4:00pm at The Gillis Centre, 100 Strathearn Road, Edinburgh, EH9 1BB. There will be spiritual talks on the theme of Hope and talks and games for children. Includes Rosary at The Grotto and concludes with Holy Mass in St Margaret’s Chapel. Childcare provided. Register at bit.ly/archpicnic
Talk on Blessed Antonio Rosmini: Priest, Philosopher & Prophet
Talk by Fr Antonio Bellsito IC at St Kentigern’s Church, 26-28
Parkgrove Avenue, Edinburgh, EH4 7QR, on Tuesday 1 July at 6:00pm. Mass will follow the talk. Refreshments served.
Lourdes 2025
The Archdiocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes for the Holy Year 2025 takes place from 11-18 July. For more details please visit
Parish Communicators
The Archdiocese is hosting an online training session for anyone involved with parish communications. It takes place on Saturday 19 July at 10:00am. The session will give tips and guidance on parish social media, newsletters and more. It lasts one hour and one-to-one follow-up support is available. To register please email matthew.meade@staned.org.uk
Events in the Archdiocese
For a full list of events happening in the Archdiocese, visit: https://archedinburgh.org/news-events/
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Mass Bookings. We are reminded that the booking of mass for our special intentions, wedding
anniversaries, Birthday thanksgiving, Death anniversaries of our loved ones and general prayers
is highly recommended. The mass stipends (Donations) are part of our contribution towards
the good of the church and support of our priest.
Tradespeople -The Parish Council is looking for tradespeople, who are members of the parish,
who may be able to assist with some structural maintenance that is needed in the church and
the hall. We are seeking plasterers and plumbers, but other skills could also be useful. All tasks
will be properly assessed and paid for in accordance with good practice. If you think you may
be able to help, please speak to Fr Francis or Ben Malone and Carol Easton.
Society of St Vincent de Paul – Today after Sunday Mass we shall have a special guest who
shall speak to us about the St Vincent de Paul.
Mass Bookings. We are reminded that the booking of mass for our special intentions,
wedding anniversaries, Birthday thanksgiving, Death anniversaries of our loved ones and
general prayers is highly recommended. The mass stipends (Donations) are part of our
contribution towards the good of the church and support of our priest.
Sacristan role – As announced at Mass, Jim Vasey our Sacristan, will sadly be leaving the
parish shortly. We have one parishioner who has volunteered to take on the role for part of
the month. We still need one or more people who would be willing to share the role as
Sacristan. Please let Father Francis or one of the Parish Council members know if you are
interested.