Diocese of Edinburgh @dioceseofedinburgh.bsky.social · 28/09/2026The Rt Revd Dr Dagmar Winter, Bishop of Edinburgh, has announced that the Revd Jane MacLaren, Priest-in-Charge of St Philip and St James, Goldenacre, will be the new Dean of the Diocese of Edinburgh. Jane will take up the post from 1 November 2026, while continuing to lead St Philip and St James. 010 0
Diocese of Edinburgh @dioceseofedinburgh.bsky.social · 30/05/2026We had a joyous day at St Mary's Cathedral as the Rt Revd Dr Dagmar Winter was installed as the new Bishop of Edinburgh. Read the full article here: edinburgh.anglican.org/2026/05/joy-... 051 0
Diocese of Edinburgh @dioceseofedinburgh.bsky.social · 30/05/2026Welcome to the Diocese of Edinburgh, Bishop Dagmar! A joyful moment of applause during the Translation and Installation of the Rt Revd Dr Dagmar Winter as Bishop of Edinburgh, held at St Mary's Cathedral, Edinburgh this morning. 020 0
Diocese of Edinburgh @dioceseofedinburgh.bsky.social · 29/05/2026www.youtube.com/live/seA5ThE...youtube.comThe Translation and Installation of Rt Rev Dr Dagmar Winter as Bishop of EdinburghYouTube video by St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral, Edinburgh 000 0
Diocese of Edinburgh @dioceseofedinburgh.bsky.social · 29/05/2026We are so looking forward to welcoming Bishop Dagmar to the Diocese of Edinburgh. You can watch her Translation and Installation at St Mary's Cathedral, Edinburgh, online tomorrow from 11am. Find the link in the comments.edinburgh.anglican.orgBishop Dagmar to be Installed on Saturday | Diocese of EdinburghThe installation of the Rt Rev Dr Dagmar Winter as Bishop of Edinburgh will take place at St Mary’s Episcopal 120 0
Diocese of Edinburgh @dioceseofedinburgh.bsky.social · 17/04/2026We wish Bob all the very best for this next chapter, and we extend our gratitude for his unforgettable contribution to the Diocese. edinburgh.anglican.org/publications... 2/2edinburgh.anglican.orgThe Communicant | Diocese of EdinburghThe Communicant is a newsletter with news and notices for the Diocese of Edinburgh, which is published by the Diocesan 000 0
Diocese of Edinburgh @dioceseofedinburgh.bsky.social · 17/04/2026A full church of around 200 people said a fond farewell to The Revd Canon Bob King at St Andrew’s Kelso on Sunday 12 April at his final service before retirement. You can read more about his service via this week's The Communicant, our fortnightly Diocesan newsletter, linked in the thread. 1/2 100 0
Diocese of Edinburgh @dioceseofedinburgh.bsky.social · 16/04/2026Head along to Portobello this Saturday for End of the Pier. 🎼 Relax, listen to beautiful voices and instruments in concert, and enjoy afternoon tea - a perfect Saturday! Email info@stmarksportobello.org for tickets (tea included) 012 0
Diocese of Edinburgh @dioceseofedinburgh.bsky.social · 07/04/2026〰️ Friendly reminder: We have a page dedicated to event submissions on our website. We love receiving all of your submissions and encourage you to submit your events directly to our website! edinburgh.anglican.org/events/ 001 0
Diocese of Edinburgh @dioceseofedinburgh.bsky.social · 03/04/2026Do you have any particular services in mind to attend this Easter Sunday? We've have compiled a list of some of the services for you, and we hope if you're away from home you can still attend. We wish everyone a warm, joy-filled Easter ✨ 000 0
Diocese of Edinburgh @dioceseofedinburgh.bsky.social · 02/04/2026🕯️It's Good Friday tomorrow, and with that we have compiled a list of just some of the services taking place across the Diocese. If you are travelling to your nearest and dearest across the weekend, we hope there is still a service you can attend. We will provide Easter Sunday services soon! 020 0
Diocese of Edinburgh @dioceseofedinburgh.bsky.social · 01/04/2026📖 2 April is International Children’s Book Day. Stories of faith can help shape children’s understanding of the world, nurturing love and compassion. To celebrate, we’ve compiled a list of books for children and families to explore together. 👇 edinburgh.anglican.org/youth-and-ch... 040 0
Diocese of Edinburgh @dioceseofedinburgh.bsky.social · 27/03/2026⛪ Join us during Holy Week and Easter. There are many services throughout the period taking place around the Diocese, which you can find listed on our website: edinburgh.anglican.org/2026/03/east... To have your services listed, please email them to us at communications@dioceseofedinburgh.org 000 0
Diocese of Edinburgh @dioceseofedinburgh.bsky.social · 26/03/2026You can find resources for the day via the SEC website: www.scotland.anglican.org/day-of-praye... Please join us as we pray for peace. 2/2 000 0
Diocese of Edinburgh @dioceseofedinburgh.bsky.social · 26/03/202631 March is the Day of Prayer for the People of the Middle East. After the cancellation of Bishop Mark's trip to the West Bank and Jerusalem, intended to help shape a season of prayer, he called for us to gather and support from afar. 1/2scotland.anglican.orgDay of Prayer for the people of the Middle East - The Scottish Episcopal ChurchUpdate 25 March – resources for this day of prayer are now available at the bottom of this page. As Primus I had planned to visit Jerusalem and the West Bank during Holy Week, writes Bishop Mark… 110 0
Diocese of Edinburgh @dioceseofedinburgh.bsky.social · 25/03/2026The Edinburgh Festival of the Sacred Arts is calling for entries for two competitions this year. 🎼 The Young Composers Competition 📜 The Young Religious Poet Competition Find more information and how to enter below: www.edinburghsacredartsfestival.org/special-oppo...edinburghsacredartsfestival.orgSpecial Opportunities | Explore Sacred Arts Opportunities Today — EFSADiscover unique art, music, and poetry opportunities for emerging artists and poets, showcased at the 2026 Edinburgh Festival of the Sacred Arts. 001 0
Diocese of Edinburgh @dioceseofedinburgh.bsky.social · 18/03/2026In case you missed it: The Bishop's Lent Appeal this year is for Aberlour Children's Charity. Please find more information and how to donate below. edinburgh.anglican.org/2026/02/bish... @aberlourcharity.bsky.social 110 0
Diocese of Edinburgh @dioceseofedinburgh.bsky.social · 09/03/2026Calling all children: It's not too late to take action for Lent! 40acts is a booklet from the Church of England that encourages families, schools, and church groups to discover the act of generosity this Lent: www.churchofengland.org/sites/defaul... 000 0
Diocese of Edinburgh @dioceseofedinburgh.bsky.social · 02/03/2026🕯️6 March is the World Day of Prayer, a global ecumenical movement that invites everyone to join in prayer and action for peace and justice, to stand in solidarity with communities near and far, and deepen our understanding of one another. Take part on Friday: www.wdpscotland.org.uk/wp-content/u... 032 0
Diocese of Edinburgh @dioceseofedinburgh.bsky.social · 27/02/2026More info here: edinburgh.anglican.org/event/edinbu... 3/3edinburgh.anglican.orgLent Retreat in Daily Life (Opening Session) | Diocese of EdinburghAre you looking for a way to deepen your spiritual connection this Lent without stepping away from your busy schedule? 000 0
Diocese of Edinburgh @dioceseofedinburgh.bsky.social · 27/02/2026The format will be daily prayer with weekly meetings, designed for those with busy schedules looking for moments of solitude. The retreat is designed to help you seek stillness, and to seek out the "sacred within the ordinary". 2/3 100 0
Diocese of Edinburgh @dioceseofedinburgh.bsky.social · 27/02/2026A new retreat brought to us by the Edinburgh Jesuit Church, Ps & Gs Church, and the Epiphany group is now available for booking. The retreat begins on 1 March and provides an opportunity to deepen your spiritual connection during Lent. 1/3 110 0
Diocese of Edinburgh @dioceseofedinburgh.bsky.social · 25/02/2026although giving every child the best possible start in life has always been at the heart of what they do. More details: edinburgh.anglican.org/2026/02/bish... 3/3edinburgh.anglican.org 000 0
Diocese of Edinburgh @dioceseofedinburgh.bsky.social · 25/02/2026 It provides support at the earliest opportunity by offering a range of services across Scotland, utilising the voices of those impacted to create and implement tools for change. The charity has been in operation for just over 150 years, with a long and varied history, 2/3 100 0
Diocese of Edinburgh @dioceseofedinburgh.bsky.social · 25/02/2026This year’s Bishop’s Lent Appeal is for Aberlour Children’s Charity. Aberlour Children’s Charity works to provide tailored support to families facing poverty, disadvantage and discrimination. 1/3 100 0
Diocese of Edinburgh @dioceseofedinburgh.bsky.social · 24/02/2026✂️🎨 Join Godly Play Scotland for a Making Materials Day! Quality raw materials and tools are provided so you can create your own storytelling objects. The cost is £15 plus the cost of materials made. Tea & coffee are included. BYO lunch. Booking essential: edinburgh.anglican.org/event/making...edinburgh.anglican.orgMaking Materials Day | Diocese of EdinburghAt a Making Materials Day we supply quality, basic raw materials (plywood tiles, foamcore, wool for felting) and the tools 032 0
Diocese of Edinburgh @dioceseofedinburgh.bsky.social · 20/02/2026It's a time to talk through your curiosities and address the difficult thoughts and processes in a friendly and supportive atmosphere. 9.30am - 12.30pm Free, for anyone and everyone 2/2 000 0
Diocese of Edinburgh @dioceseofedinburgh.bsky.social · 20/02/2026🕊️ St Marks, Portobello are holding a casual get together on Saturday 28 February to talk through the subject of death and dying, what the funeral process can look like and how to approach the matter in time. 1/2 121 0
Diocese of Edinburgh @dioceseofedinburgh.bsky.social · 16/02/2026🔔 St Mary’s Cathedral has launched a fundraising campaign to raise £15,000 to carry out essential repairs to their Cathedral bells, some repairs which haven't been done since 1935! Read more via the link: www.stewardship.org.uk/pages/st_mar... Photo credit: Peter Backhouse 041 0
Diocese of Edinburgh @dioceseofedinburgh.bsky.social · 15/02/2026The Right Reverend Dr Dagmar Winter was elected yesterday as the new Bishop of Edinburgh. She will take up her new post later this year. Bishop Dagmar currently serves as the Bishop of Huntingdon, a suffragan bishop in the Diocese of Ely. She is also Acting Bishop of Ely. bit.ly/4rQ7p5h 063 0
Diocese of Edinburgh @dioceseofedinburgh.bsky.social · 09/02/2026Step in from the cold on Friday 13 February at 7.30pm and enjoy a buffet supper at St Johns, Princes St 🍲 All are welcome, especially those of you that are new to the church. Please rsvp via the form so the wonderful cooks can make sure there is enough food! docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... 020 0
Diocese of Edinburgh @dioceseofedinburgh.bsky.social · 02/02/2026From all of us at the Diocese of Edinburgh, we want to wish a heartfelt congratulations to St James Leith and all involved in their successful Building Links campaign. The Leith community banded together to hold a number of exciting events! See more: edinburgh.anglican.org/2026/01/fund...edinburgh.anglican.orgFundraising at St James: Congratulations! | Diocese of EdinburghFrom all of us at the Diocese of Edinburgh, we want to wish a heartfelt congratulations to St James, Leith 020 0
Diocese of Edinburgh @dioceseofedinburgh.bsky.social · 29/01/2026🏳️🌈 February is LGBT+ History Month, a time to create space to celebrate the rich & diverse LGBT+ communities across the UK. A morning service will be held at 10.30am at St Peter's, Musselburgh, with time for a byo & share lunch, with seminars and workshops in the afternoon. Everyone is welcome! 021 0
Diocese of Edinburgh @dioceseofedinburgh.bsky.social · 28/01/2026Congratulations to Revd Harriet Johnson, who was instituted as Rector at St Anne's, Dunbar on Sunday 25 Jan. With Harriet is The Most Reverend Mark Strange, Primus and Acting Bishop of Edinburgh, & the Very Reverend Frances Burberry, Dean of the Diocese. We wish Harriet the best for her new ministry 010 0
Diocese of Edinburgh @dioceseofedinburgh.bsky.social · 23/01/2026On Sunday 11th January, Celeste, Connie, Eliana, and William were confirmed at St Peter's Church, Peebles, by Bishop Alan Abernethy. The service marked a strong sense of commitment and support to the congregation, and we want to wish those confirmed the very best on their journey forward! 👏 000 0
Reposted by Diocese of EdinburghUndiscovered Scotland @undisscot.bsky.social · 22/01/2026Some of the amazing things on view in the Old Kirk of Weem, built in 1488 near Aberfeldy in Perthshire to replace an earlier church dating back to 1235; itself on or near the site believed to have been used for worship from around 650. More pics and info: www.undiscoveredscot... #Scotland 0267 0
Diocese of Edinburgh @dioceseofedinburgh.bsky.social · 21/01/2026This is the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, and we invite you to come together at one of the joint services this week. We are asked to draw upon our shared Christian heritage, and to explore more deeply our fellowship in Christ which unites Christians worldwide. ctbi.org.uk/resources/go... 020 0
Diocese of Edinburgh @dioceseofedinburgh.bsky.social · 19/01/2026Do you know about our fortnightly issue of The Communicant? We update you on the news and notices within the Diocese, & it's a great opportunity to connect with other congregations. You can access The Communicant by following the link to our website below! edinburgh.anglican.org/publications... 011 0
Reposted by Diocese of EdinburghThe Scottish Episcopal Church @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social · 15/10/2025The annual General Synod meeting of the Scottish Episcopal Church is to be held outside Edinburgh for the first time in over 20 years. From 11-13 June 2026, General Synod will be held in the main conference facility at the Stirling Court Hotel, on the University of Stirling campus.scotland.anglican.orgGeneral Synod 2026 to be held in Stirling - The Scottish Episcopal ChurchThe annual General Synod meeting of the Scottish Episcopal Church is to be held outside Edinburgh for the first time in over 20 years. From 11-13 June 2026, General Synod will be held in the main con... 142 0
Reposted by Diocese of EdinburghBrendan Paddy @bjpaddy.bsky.social · 14/01/2026Dawn being all dramatic over Blackford Hill in Edinburgh this morning 3315 0
Diocese of Edinburgh @dioceseofedinburgh.bsky.social · 15/10/2025CALLING A BISHOP The Diocese of Edinburgh is prayerfully looking for a Bishop to lead and support us as we discern God’s call to us in this place and at this time of change and challenge. More information may be found at buff.ly/lu4aeAp Closing date: 31 October 2025 at 12 noon 📷 Peter Backhouse 031 0
Reposted by Diocese of EdinburghBishop John Armes @bishopjohnarmes.bsky.social · 31/08/2025I am pleased to have joined the six other bishops of @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social, and 31 other UK faith leaders, in signing this open letter to the UK Prime Minister and the Chancellor of the Exchequer. It urges them to act to lift more British children out of poverty. www.scotland.anglican.org.scotland.anglican.orgBishops sign letter on child poverty - The Scottish Episcopal ChurchAll seven Bishops of the Scottish Episcopal Church are among a group of faith leaders from across the UK who have written to the Prime Minister and the Chancellor asking them to “seize this moment to ... 033 0
Diocese of Edinburgh @dioceseofedinburgh.bsky.social · 24/08/2025🎉 There's so much for children and young people going on in our Diocese. Catch up with the latest update from our Youth & Children team. Read and subscribe via the link in our bio. 000 0
Diocese of Edinburgh @dioceseofedinburgh.bsky.social · 23/08/2025🎵 Congratulations to the musicians from our churches who won prizes in the Edinburgh Festival of the Sacred Arts' Young Composers' Competition! Giles Longstaff from St John's, Princes Street, took first prize, while Christian Wong, from St Peter's, Lutton Place, took third. 📸 I Gibson 020 0
Diocese of Edinburgh @dioceseofedinburgh.bsky.social · 20/08/2025✅ A new church walking tour! ✅ Ideas for Creationtide! ✅ Interesting courses and resources! It's all in our latest Adventures in Faith Newsletter! Read and subscribe via the link in our bio! 000 0
Diocese of Edinburgh @dioceseofedinburgh.bsky.social · 20/08/2025🎵 Don't forget to tune in to BBC Radio 3 today at 3pm! You'll hear the Choir of @stmaryscathedin.bsky.social, singing Choral Evensong live. Catch up on BBC Sounds, or hear the re-run on Sunday at 3pm. Link in bio. 000 0
Diocese of Edinburgh @dioceseofedinburgh.bsky.social · 05/08/2025❓ Why not step inside an Edinburgh church this Festival? Some take part in the Edinburgh Festival of the Sacred Arts and the Just Festival... ...while some have their own Festival programmes and host events – including @stmaryscathedin.bsky.social Link in bio to find a church near you. 📸H Harcus 042 0
Reposted by Diocese of EdinburghBishop John Armes @bishopjohnarmes.bsky.social · 31/07/2025Congratulations to the Revd Fiona (Fee) Reynolds, whom I ordained as a priest in the Scottish Episcopal Church on Saturday. Fee is curate at St Ninian’s, Comely Bank, and the @dioceseofedinburgh.bsky.social's Advisor for Christian Life. Let us wish Fee all the very best. Do hold her in your prayers. 011 0
Diocese of Edinburgh @dioceseofedinburgh.bsky.social · 30/07/2025We will soon move to new premises in Edinburgh. The main Scottish Episcopal Church office will vacate Forbes House while the building's future is addressed due to maintenance and operational issues. As we are Forbes House tenants, we must seek new premises too. Link in bio for full announcement. 031 0