Our first in-person ministry study day for some time was organised by Elaine Garman on behalf of the Continuing Ministry Development Group, and hosted by the welcoming congregation of St John’s, Perth.

Revd Dr Jenny Wright, a former assistant rector in the Scottish Episcopal Church who is now chaplain to the Archbishop of York, challenged clergy and Lay Readers from our diocese to think deeply about the Theology of Climate Change. During the morning all ministers joined St John’s congregation at their midweek celebration of the Eucharist, led by Bishop Ian using the liturgy for Creation.

Prayer stations were set up around the room that had been used for COP26 at St Andrew’s, St Andrews and ministers were invited to engage with them.

A very informative and thought-provoking morning!

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In a beautiful service of Evensong yesterday, the Diocese, led by Bishop Ian, celebrated the installations of our new Dean and four new Honorary Canons at St Ninian’s Cathedral in Perth:

Congratulations to the Very Revd Graham Taylor, Revd Canon Celia Matthews, Revd Canon Kenny Rathband, Revd Canon Professor Trevor Hart, and Lay Canon Dr John Ferguson Smith!

Revd Canon Kenny Rathband and his wife, Ruth, were also honoured for his time as Dean from 2007 to 2021.

Joining the choir were children from the Ardvreck School Chamber Choir from Crieff.

The full service is available to view on the Diocesan YouTube channel:

https://youtu.be/2zjD_T7ueLI

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Please pray for Bishop Anne and her family, and give thanks for Millie.

The College of Bishops offers deep and sincere condolences to friend and colleague the Rt Rev Anne Dyer and her husband Roger following the loss of their beloved daughter Millie.

Millie, who was 30 years old, died peacefully last night after a long illness.

Bishop Anne and Roger said: “Millie lived a courageous life, refusing to be defined by sickness. She was compassionate and kind, a firm Christian and feminist, ever mindful of the needs of the poorest.

“We thank God for the gift that Millie has been to us. She now rests in peace and will rise in glory.”

The College asks all members of the Scottish Episcopal Church to join with them in prayer for the family at this very sad time.

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A bright and lovely gathering of the Dunblane Area Council at St Saviour’s in Bridge of Allan on a bright and beautiful day was the perfect culmination of the Area Council Gatherings.

We’ve had so many wonderful discussions at each one, and meaningful and lively conversations have been started. Let us continue these!

And let us continue to see opportunities to gather… as pilgrims on the way facing some of the most important issues of our time.

WE CAN DO THIS…together.

 

 

 

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There is still an opportunity to sign up for the Diocesan Young Peoples Gathering being held in St Ninian’s Cathedral, Perth on 20th Nov from 10am-3pm. A range of exciting workshops are on offer, a chance to meet up with other young people from the Diocese and lunch will be provided. Bishop Ian will be attending on the day and you can meet with him before closing the day with worship(to which parents/guardians are warmly invited) composed by members of the Diocesan Young People’s Forum.

For further information and to sign up, please follow the link below to the Diocesan Website. Booking will close on 14th November at 5pm.

https://standrews.anglican.org/event/diocesan-youth-gathering-20-november-2021/

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St Mary’s congregation in Birnam were delightful hosts for the Dunkeld Area Council Gathering on Saturday.

We enjoyed wonderful fellowship, meaningful conversation around Climate Change issues and Pilgrimage, and experienced the importance of being together.

Stay connected in your congregations and your Area Council to engage in important conversations and learn how you and your community can make a difference… together!

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