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November is traditionally dedicated to praying for the Holy Souls in Purgatory. The month begins with All Saints’ Day (1 November) and All Souls’ Day (2 November), when we remember and pray for the faithful departed. Other important celebrations include St Margaret of Scotland (16th), Christ the King (22nd) and the beginning of Advent (29th).
SCIAF Christmas cards on sale in St. Peter’s Parish room from Sunday 15 November.
“Sale of Christmas Preserves for SCIAF”
Jars of locally home-made preserves make lovely stocking fillers for Christmas. Before and after Mass at St Peter’s on 28th and 29th November there will be a sale of home-made Jams, Jellies, and Chutney – and maybe some Home Baking! All proceeds to the Parish SCIAF Project.
Understanding the Eucharist>>>
Responding to a request for catechesis and deepening our faith, we are planning a series on ‘Understanding the
Eucharist’. These will be two-hour sessions, monthly on Sundays from September to December 1-3pm.
Next dates in the series:
Sunday 22nd November 1-3pm
How the cross of Jesus is present at Mass?
Can you be saved without the Eucharist?
Sunday 6th December 1-3pm
Transubstantiation
How the Mass prepares you to receive Holy Communion
Download leaflet on the course>>>
Outreach Alternativity Lunch
Save the date: Saturday 28 November, 12.30pm: Outreach Alternativity Lunch. Tickets £10.00 on sale from next Sunday.
Wednesday 11 November | 6:45pm | St Mary’s Cahtedral, Edinburgh
Parents, catechists, teachers, and anyone involved in supporting young people are invited to St Mary’s Catholic Cathedral in Edinburgh for an evening with Greg Finn, Georgia Ferrer and others. The event includes talks, prayer and Adoration.
6:45pm on Wed 11 November.
All welcome. Registration appreciated, but not essential.>>>
| Saturday 14 November | 10:00am–7:00pm | St Columba’s, EdinburghAre you considering a vocation to religious life? Join a free Archdiocesan retreat day offering time for prayer, reflection and discernment. The programme includes Mass, talks, a Holy Hour and an opportunity to explore God’s call. To register, email Sr Mirjam Hugens FSO at religiousvocations@staned.org. |
Sunday 15 November | 3:00pm | St Cuthbert’s, Edinburgh
The annual Requiem Mass for deceased pilgrims, family members and benefactors of the Archdiocesan Lourdes Pilgrimage takes place at St Cuthbert’s Church, Slateford Road, Edinburgh. Refreshments follow in the parish hall. All welcome.
Sunday 15 November | World Day of the Poor
Parishes have the option to host a special collection for World Day of the Poor (the beneficiary will be a charity/project helping the poor in our Archdiocese). Otherwise, donations can be made online here.
Friday 20 Novembrer | 7:30pm | St Mary’s Cathedral, Edinburgh
The Schola Cantorum brings to life the music of Arthur Oldham, the Cathedral’s internationally renowned choirmaster from 1956-71. in a special concert celebrating Scotland’s sacred musical heritage.
Red Wednesday Mass | Wednesday 18 November | St Mar’y’s Cathedral, Edinburgh
Archbishop Leo Cushley will celebrate Mass to mark Red Wednesday. Organised by Aid to the Church in Need, the annual initiative raises awareness of persecuted Christians around the world. All welcome. Find out more at acnuk.org.
Sunday 22 November | 7:00pm | Sacred Heart Jesuit Church, Edinburgh
Join Archbishop Leo Cushley for a special Young Adult Mass to celebrate the Feast of Christ the King and mark the end of the liturgical year. Meet other young adults from across the Archdiocese, grow in faith and enjoy refreshments and socialising after Mass. All young adults welcome (18-35). Sacred Heart Jesuit Church, Lauriston Road, Edinburgh.
| Zoom | Each Monday in Advent, beginning 30 November | 7:45pm – 8:15pmJoin us every Monday evening in Advent to pray for unborn children, their mothers and all pro-life intentions. Following the Rosary, a guest speaker will give a brief reflection. |
| Register>>> |
| Canon Hugh White, a retired priest of the Archdiocese, looks back over his life, faith and service. Warm and honest, he recalls the people, the places, the challenges and the laughs that have shaped his remarkable journey. |
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MORE EVENTS ROUND THE DIOCESE>>>
Christmas at Greyfriars
Join us at 7:30 on Saturday 12 December for an evening of well loved carols and seasonal choral works, with mulled wine and mince pies in the glorious setting of the Greyfriars Kirk. Tickets £20(concessions £14) from: https://buytickets.at/edinburghsingers
St Peter’s 40 hours