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The Scottish Episcopal Church @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social · 30/05/2026
The Right Reverend Doctor Dagmar Winter, Bishop of Edinburgh.
The Rt Rev Dr Dagmar Winter, Bishop of Edinburgh, with the Primus to her right, and Bishop Anne Dyer to her right in St Mary’s Cathedral, Edinburgh.
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The Scottish Episcopal Church @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social · 15/02/2026
The Diocese of Edinburgh has chosen a new Bishop, following the election yesterday (14 February) of the Rt Rev Dagmar Winter. The Bishop-Elect of Edinburgh is the current Suffragan Bishop of Huntingdon, and will be translated to her new post later in the year.
Bishop Dagmar Winter
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Churches Together in Britain and Ireland @ctbi.bsky.social · 20/10/2025
VACANCIES Great range of jobs currently on our website from member churches, related organisations and partners, inc: - Trustee @operationnoah.bsky.social - Legacy of Slavery – Research Project Officer @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social - Net-Zero Officer, London Methodists ctbi.org.uk/jobs/
A computer screen with the word 'Job", with background illustrations of the head and shoulders of people.
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The Scottish Episcopal Church @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social · 15/10/2025
The 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.
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General Synod 2026 to be held in Stirling - The Scottish Episcopal Church
The 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...
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The Scottish Episcopal Church @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social · 03/10/2025
The appointment of Rt Rev and Rt Hon Dame Sarah Mullally as Archbishop of Canterbury, the first woman to be given the role in the history of the Church of England, has been warmly welcome by Bishop Mark Strange, Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church.
A photo of Bishop Sara Mullally and the caption: "Primus welcomes appointment of Bishop Sarah Mullally as Archbishop of Canterbury"
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The Scottish Episcopal Church @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social · 16/09/2025
A historic declaration of friendship between the Scottish Episcopal Church and the Catholic Church in Scotland has been signed in Edinburgh, allowing them to work more closely together in future.
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Churches 'walk together' at signing of Declaration - The Scottish Episcopal Church
A historic declaration of friendship between the Scottish Episcopal Church and the Catholic Church in Scotland has been signed in Edinburgh, allowing them to work more closely together in future. The ...
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The Scottish Episcopal Church @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social · 01/09/2025
Do you have expertise that could support the work of the Provincial Standing Committee (PSC) of the Scottish Episcopal Church? The PSC is the Executive Committee of General Synod and trustee body of the charity (SC015962).
A graphic showing a church window with the text: "Standing Committee seeks expert support: apply to become a co-opted member"
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Bishop John Armes @bishopjohnarmes.bsky.social · 31/08/2025
I 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.
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Bishops sign letter on child poverty - The Scottish Episcopal Church
All 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 ...
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The Scottish Episcopal Church @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social · 27/08/2025
The signing of the Saint Ninian Declaration between the Scottish Episcopal Church and the Catholic Church in Scotland will take place in Edinburgh on Tuesday 16 September 2025 – the Feast of St Ninian.
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Saint Ninian Declaration signing on 16 September - The Scottish Episcopal Church
The signing of the Saint Ninian Declaration between the Scottish Episcopal Church and the Catholic Church in Scotland will take place in Edinburgh on Tuesday 16 September 2025 – the Feast of St Ninian...
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The Scottish Episcopal Church @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social · 21/07/2025
The Rev Oliver Brewer-Lennon, Rector of St Michael and All Saints, Edinburgh took to the airwaves this Sunday morning as a guest panellist on BBC Radio Scotland's Sunday Morning programme with Tony Kearney.
The Rev Oliver Brewer-Lennon standing outside in clerical clothes
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Diocese of Edinburgh @dioceseofedinburgh.bsky.social · 17/07/2025
✨ A week today, the Edinburgh City Centre Historic Churches Walking Trail is being launched! Here are some of the Church of Scotland, Episcopal and Roman Catholic churches featured! All welcome to join the inaugural Trail walk, leaving St Giles' Cathedral at 10.30am on Thu 24th July. 📷Anne Martin
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The Scottish Episcopal Church @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social · 17/07/2025
The General Synod of the Church of England met in York for their summer sessions from 11 to 15 July. Bishop David Railton of Argyll & The Isles attended as the ecumenical representative from the SEC, with Miriam Weibye, the SEC Church Relations Officer. www.scotland.anglican.org/bishop-david...
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Bishop David reports from Church of England Synod - The Scottish Episcopal Church
The General Synod of the Church of England met at the University of York for their summer sessions from 11 to 15 July. The Rt Rev David Railton, Bishop of Argyll & The Isles attended the meeting as th...
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The Scottish Episcopal Church @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social · 16/07/2025
The Rev Dr Val Cameron, a deacon in the Scottish Episcopal Church, recently visited the Vitality Bridge in Naivasha, a town in the Diocese of Nakuru in the Anglican Church of Kenya. www.scotland.anglican.org/sec-deacon-v...
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SEC Deacon visits young mothers project in Kenya - The Scottish Episcopal Church
The Rev Dr Val Cameron, a deacon in the Scottish Episcopal Church, recently visited the Vitality Bridge in Naivasha, a town in the Diocese of Nakuru in the Anglican Church of Kenya. The Vitality Bridg...
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The Scottish Episcopal Church @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social · 11/07/2025
If you work or volunteer at a church then it's your last chance to enter the National Churches Trust survey, which closes on 13 July. www.nationalchurchestrust.org/survey
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The National Churches Survey: giving every church a voice
We are carrying out a national survey to help politicians, the media, and the wider public better understand the challenges churches face and to highlight the vital work they do. If you work or volunt...
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goodmovesjobs.bsky.social @goodmovesjobs.bsky.social · 02/07/2025
@scottishepiscopal.bsky.social are looking for a reliable Finance Assistant to support the smooth and efficient operation of their Finance & Pension functions. £24,000 – £27,000 pro-rata 21 hours pw Edinburgh/Hybrid More info: tinyurl.com/2bysakfs #finance #admin
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Finance Assistant with General Synod Office of the Scottish Episcopal Church – Goodmoves
Do you have strong organisational and financial skills? Do you enjoy working in a small, collaborative team? We are looking for a reliable Finance Assistant to support the smooth and efficient ...
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The Scottish Episcopal Church @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social · 10/07/2025
The Net Zero Team recently held a Rectory Open House event showcasing the retrofit project at the rectory for St Mary's, Aberfoyle and St Andrew's, Callander. netzerochurch.scot/case-study-e...
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Case Study: Eco Rectory Video
The Net Zero Team recently held a Rectory Open House event showcasing the retrofit project at the rectory for St Marys Aberfoyle and St Andrews Callander.
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The Scottish Episcopal Church @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social · 01/07/2025
The Very Rev Sarah Murray, Provost of St Andrew's Cathedral, Inverness spoke recently to the Northern Times about her upbringing and life experiences, and how they contribute to her work at the Cathedral. www.northern-times.co.uk/news/expect-...
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Expect to find God ‘in everything’
John Dempster talks to Inverness Cathedral’s provost about how she found her way to God.
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The Scottish Episcopal Church @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social · 01/07/2025
The annual National Parliamentary Prayer Breakfast took place in Westminster Hall recently, gathering over 700 MPs, Peers, and church leaders from across the UK. The SEC was represented at the event, which focused on the theme ‘God in the public square?’
The Primus and Michael Shanks MP in WestminsterThe Rev Canon Dave Richards and Tracy Gilbert MP in Westminster
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Bishop John Armes @bishopjohnarmes.bsky.social · 23/06/2025
Congratulations to The Revd Simon Schofield, whom I had the pleasure of ordaining as a priest in the @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social Church yesterday at St James Church, Goldenacre, Edinburgh. I wish Simon every success for this next stage of his ministry.
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The Scottish Episcopal Church @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social · 05/06/2025
Live streaming from the General Synod of the Scottish Episcopal Church. www.youtube.com/watch?v=SRTM... You can find the agenda and more details here: www.scotland.anglican.org/who-we-are/o...
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General Synod 2025
YouTube video by The Scottish Episcopal Church
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The Scottish Episcopal Church @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social · 05/06/2025
The Very Rev Sally Foster-Fulton, UK and Global Church Ambassador spoke this morning to introduce Christian Aid's Sudan Crisis appeal, which will be the recipient of this year's General Synod offering. You can donate to the appeal here: account.stewardship.org.uk/gift/start/G...
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The Scottish Episcopal Church @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social · 05/06/2025
Live streaming from the General Synod of the Scottish Episcopal Church. You can find the agenda and more details here: www.scotland.anglican.org/who-we-are/o... www.youtube.com/watch?v=5wia...
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General Synod 2025
YouTube video by The Scottish Episcopal Church
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The Scottish Episcopal Church @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social · 26/05/2025
A set of radiant chandeliers have recently been installed in the Lady Chapel of St Mary’s Cathedral, Edinburgh, thanks to a generous gift from Dr Malcolm Donaldson.
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Case Study: Radiant Chandeliers warm the Lady Chapel of St Mary’s Cathedral
Two Herschel radiant chandeliers have recently been installed in the Lady Chapel of St Mary’s Cathedral, Edinburgh.
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The Scottish Episcopal Church @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social · 22/05/2025
The General Synod of the Scottish Episcopal Church will meet two weeks today at St Paul’s & St George’s Episcopal Church in Edinburgh, from Thursday 5 June to Saturday 7 June. www.scotland.anglican.org/general-syno...
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General Synod 2025 agenda published - The Scottish Episcopal Church
The General Synod of the Scottish Episcopal Church will meet two weeks today at St Paul’s & St George’s Episcopal Church in Edinburgh, from Thursday 5 June to Saturday 7 June. The agenda and papers ha...
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The Scottish Episcopal Church @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social · 20/05/2025
The Rt Rev Dr John Armes attended a special service on Saturday 17 May marking the 80th anniversary of Christian Aid. 📸 Christian Aid / Julia Forsyth
Very Rev Dr Angus Morrison

Rt Rev Dr John Armes, Bishop of Edinburgh

Very Rev Sally Foster-Fulton, Christian Aid’s UK and Global Church Ambassador

Val Brown, Head of Christian Aid Scotland

First Minister of Scotland John Swinney

Patrick Watt, CEO, Christian AidJohn Swinney and Bishop John shaking handsBishop John and the Rev Dr Sally Foster Fulton processing in St Giles
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The Scottish Episcopal Church @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social · 12/05/2025
Ahead of the Scottish Parliament vote tomorrow on the Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults (Scotland) Bill, The Herald newspaper spoke to faith organisations including the Scottish Episcopal Church to highlight opinions across groups.
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Bishop John Armes @bishopjohnarmes.bsky.social · 10/05/2025
I wish Pope Leo XIV well and will pray for him as he steps up to become both a church and international leader. May God sustain and guide him. I pray too for our brothers and sisters in the Roman Catholic Church, that under Pope Leo our two communions may grow into ever deeper unity and friendship.
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The Scottish Episcopal Church @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social · 08/05/2025
The election of Pope Leo XIV has been welcomed by Bishop Mark Strange, Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church. The Primus said after the new Pope appeared on the balcony at St Peter’s in the Vatican City: "I rejoice in the news of the election of Pope Leo
Pope Leo XIV
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The Scottish Episcopal Church @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social · 06/05/2025
The consecration of Bishop Nicholas Bundock, in 90 seconds. And if you want to see the full service, the recording can be watched again in full on YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Jx2.... With kind thanks to St Mary's Cathedral, Glasgow for footage.
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The Scottish Episcopal Church @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social · 03/05/2025
The Right Reverend Doctor Nicholas Bundock, Bishop of Glasgow & Galloway.
The Right Reverend Doctor Nicholas Bundock, Bishop of Glasgow & Galloway
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The Scottish Episcopal Church @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social · 03/05/2025
Streaming live from St Mary's Cathedral Glasgow for the Consecration of Bishop-elect Nicholas Bundock.
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Consecration of the Rt Rev Nicholas Bundock, Bishop of Glasgow and Galloway - 3 May 2025
YouTube video by St Mary's Cathedral, Glasgow
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The Scottish Episcopal Church @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social · 03/05/2025
Today at 4pm the service for the Consecration of the next Bishop of Glasgow & Galloway, the Rev Canon Dr Nick Bundock, will take place at St Mary's Cathedral Glasgow.
A picture of Bishop-elect Nick, with the caption: The Consecration of Bishop-Elect Nicholas Bundock.  4pm, 3 May 2025
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The Scottish Episcopal Church @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social · 01/05/2025
St Mary’s Cathedral in Glasgow was delighted to announce last month the appointment of the Rev Canon Sarah Shaw as the new Vice-Provost of the Cathedral.
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The Scottish Episcopal Church @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
The Consecration of the Rev Canon Dr Nick Bundock as the next Bishop of the United Diocese of Glasgow and Galloway will take place at 4pm on Saturday, 3 May 2025, at St Mary’s Cathedral, Glasgow, followed by a reception at the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum.
The Rev Canon Dr Nick Bundock, photographed in front of a church door
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The Scottish Episcopal Church @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social · 29/04/2025
A proposed Declaration of Friendship between the Scottish Episcopal Church and the Conference of Bishops of the Catholic Church in Scotland will be put before General Synod in June this year.

Stained glass window depicting Saint Ninian. He is shown wearing a bishop's mitre and robes, holding a gold crosier. His expression is solemn, and he is accompanied by small images of stone buildings. The name "Saint Ninian" is written in white letters on the right side of the window.
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The Scottish Episcopal Church @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social · 28/04/2025
Each year the Bishops of the Scottish Episcopal Church hold Lent appeals, a chance for people in their respective dioceses to donate to and pray for the work of charities across Scotland and around the world as part of their Lenten observance.
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The Scottish Episcopal Church @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social · 22/04/2025
First Minister John Swinney MSP spent time at St John's, Princes Street in the Diocese of Edinburgh on Easter Monday, hearing about the Warm Welcome space that has been set up in St John's.
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The Scottish Episcopal Church @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social · 21/04/2025
The Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church, the Most Rev Mark Strange, offers a message of condolence upon the death of Pope Francis on Easter Monday. “Our thoughts and prayers are with all in the Roman Catholic Church today as they mourn the death of Pope Francis,” said the Primus.
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Condolences offered upon death of Pope Francis - The Scottish Episcopal Church
The Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church, the Most Rev Mark Strange, offers a message of condolence upon the death of Pope Francis on Easter Monday. “Our thoughts and prayers are with all in the Ro...
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The Scottish Episcopal Church @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social · 20/04/2025
“Easter is a call to care for the world”, writes the Most Rev Mark Strange, Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church in his Easter message. www.scotland.anglican.org/easter-is-a-...
A sunrise, with the caption: “Alleluia, Christ is Risen!”
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The Scottish Episcopal Church @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social · 14/04/2025
The College of Bishops is appalled and deeply saddened by the bombing and destruction of part of the Al-Ahli Hospital in Gaza on Palm Sunday. www.scotland.anglican.org/air-strikes-...
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Air strikes on hospital destroy hope, says College - The Scottish Episcopal Church
The College of Bishops is appalled and deeply saddened by the bombing and destruction of part of the Al-Ahli Hospital in Gaza on Palm Sunday. The Scottish Episcopal Church has a long history of suppor...
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The Scottish Episcopal Church @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social · 11/04/2025
On Saturday 10 May an ecumenical study day will take place looking at the Council of Nicaea, an ecumenical gathering that took place in 325AD from whence the Nicene Creed was written, which continues to be professed by Christians across denominations and around the world.
A promotional poster titled "Nicaea at 1700" with an image of an ancient Christian icon depicting early Church fathers. To the right is a photo of a man giving a lecture, identified in the text as Professor Lewis Ayres. Below, the text reads:
"Why is Nicaea important?
An ecumenical Study Day looking at the essential Christian teaching of the first Ecumenical Council of Nicaea, 325 AD, led by Professor Lewis Ayres of Durham and Rome, author of 'Nicaea and its Legacy.'
Saturday 10 May 2025, 2.30pm to 6pm
at St Ninian’s Cathedral, North Methven Street, Perth PH1 5PP."
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The Scottish Episcopal Church @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social · 10/04/2025
On Sunday 16 March a special service took place at St Anne's, Dunbar celebrating Major Christine Bailey as she stepped down from her leadership role in the Dunbar Debt Advice Service, a partnership project between St Anne's and the Salvation Army.
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The Scottish Episcopal Church @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social · 09/04/2025
In March a Provincial Youth Sleepover Event was held in the Diocese of Glasgow and Galloway. Young people from across Scotland enjoyed meeting up with friends old and new, hosted by Holy Trinity & St Barnabas Church, Paisley.
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The Scottish Episcopal Church @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social · 08/04/2025
The Spring 2025 edition of the SEI Journal, a quarterly publication from the Scottish Episcopal Institute is now available.
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Bishop John Armes @bishopjohnarmes.bsky.social · 29/03/2025
*An Update from Jordan: Day 1* After all the months of anticipation it was good at last to be in Jordan, meeting face to face people who, up until now, had appeared only as names. Read the full update here: tinyurl.com/ycfxmfef @evl.fi @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social
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The Scottish Episcopal Church @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social · 28/03/2025
The Rt Rev Dr John Armes, Bishop of Edinburgh will on Friday travel to Amman, the capital of Jordan, to join nearly twenty other senior clerics for an international summit aimed at strengthening links between Anglicans and Lutherans.
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Bishop of Edinburgh to visit Middle East | Diocese of Edinburgh
The Bishop of Edinburgh will on Friday travel to Amman, the capital of Jordan, to join nearly twenty other senior
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The Scottish Episcopal Church @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social · 19/03/2025
Young adults looking to escape the daily grind and take time out with God on retreat in Scotland's breath-taking hills are invited to a unique event this May, hosted by the Diocese of Brechin. tinyurl.com/KEENINFO
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The Scottish Episcopal Church @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social · 28/02/2025
Leading the February edition of Inspires Online (available here: mailchi.mp/scotland/ins...) was a report on the Provincial Welcome Day which took place earlier this week.
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The Scottish Episcopal Church @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social · 18/02/2025
Booking is now open for Yeek, the Provincial Youth Week, which will be held at Glenalmond College in Perthshire from 27 July to 2 August 2025.
A group of people diverse in age and appearance are gathered together.  The word YEEK is prominently displayed in the upper left hand corner.
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The Scottish Episcopal Church @scottishepiscopal.bsky.social · 05/02/2025
The Winter 2024 edition of the SEI Journal, a quarterly publication from the Scottish Episcopal Institute is now available. The themes of the issue are migration, hospitality, and theological reflections on displacement. www.scotland.anglican.org/winter-2024-...
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Winter 2024 edition of the SEI Journal published - The Scottish Episcopal Church
The Winter 2024 edition of the SEI Journal, a quarterly publication from the Scottish Episcopal Institute is now available. The themes of the issue are migration, hospitality, and theological reflecti...
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