The Bishops' Conference of Scotland

The Roman Catholic Bishops in Scotland work together to undertake nationwide initiatives through their Commissions and Agencies.

The members of the Bishops' Conference are the Bishops of the eight Scottish Dioceses. Where appropriate the Bishops Emeriti (retired) provide a much welcomed contribution to the work of the conference. The Bishops' Conference of Scotland is a permanently constituted assembly which meets regularly throughout the year to address relevant business matters.

Members of The Bishops' Conference of Scotland

25th May 2026

25 May 2026

First Encyclical of Pope Leo XIV: Magnifica Humanitas

The Bishops of Scotland warmly welcome Magnifica Humanitas (Magnificent Humanity), the first encyclical of Pope Leo XIV, as a timely and insightful contribution to one of the defining questions of our age. As artificial intelligence rapidly reshapes human life, this important document calls us to place the dignity of the human person at the heart of every technological advance.

We encourage the faithful, our schools and parish communities to read, study and pray with this landmark text.

To support this, the Office of Communications and Evangelisation will soon publish a parish study guide and other resources for small groups and parish use, helping communities to reflect more deeply on the opportunities and challenges of new technologies and their impact on human life.

Bishop John Keenan
President of the Bishops’ Conference of Scotland

Full text of Pope Leo XIV’s Encyclical Letter Magnifica Humanitas:
https://www.vatican.va/content/leo-xiv/en/encyclicals/documents/20260515-magnifica-humanitas.html

News from the Commissions and Agencies

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June 2026

09Jun

A highlights package with interviews from the 2025-26 #PopesCharityCup Final—organised by the Glasgow Catholic Schools FA in con...

09 Jun, 2026 | Missio Scotland | BCoS Facebook |

A highlights package with interviews from the 2025-26 #PopesCharityCup Final—organised by the Glasgow Catholic Schools FA in conjunction with Missio Scotland—between St Bridget's Primary School in Baillieston and St Mirin's Primary School in King's Park, which the former won by a scoreline of 2-1

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04Jun

Football is a universal pursuit that brings joy and happiness to millions of people throughout the world

04 Jun, 2026 | Missio Scotland | BCoS Facebook |

Football is a universal pursuit that brings joy and happiness to millions of people throughout the world. In many ways, it mirrors the joy and happiness that the universal Church brings to people across the continents through our beloved faith and that's something to celebrate!

02Jun

In his monthly reflection, Missio Scotland's National Director, Fr Vincent Lockhart, speaks to us from the Assembly of National ...

02 Jun, 2026 | Missio Scotland | BCoS Facebook |

In his monthly reflection, Missio Scotland's National Director, Fr Vincent Lockhart, speaks to us from the Assembly of National Directors of the Pontifical Mission Societies in Rome about the importance of the global family that we have in the Church. He even gets some of that global family to wish Scotland well at the upcoming World Cup!

#NDsMonthlyReflection

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May 2026

12May

National Director's Reflection—May 2026

12 May, 2026 | Missio Scotland | BCoS Facebook |

In his monthly reflection, Missio Scotland's National Director, Fr Vincent Lockhart, speaks of the importance of missionaries and their role in feeding people spiritually and physically across five continents

#NDsMonthlyReflection

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In his monthly reflection, Missio Scotland's National Director, Fr Vincent Lockhart, speaks of the importance of missionaries and their role in feeding peopl...

11May

Lord, as you did during your ministry on earth, please help us to accept one another

11 May, 2026 | Missio Scotland | BCoS Facebook |

Lord, as you did during your ministry on earth, please help us to accept one another

#MissiosMondayPrayer

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06May

Where the poor are concerned, it is not talk that matters

06 May, 2026 | Missio Scotland | BCoS Facebook |

Where the poor are concerned, it is not talk that matters. What matters is rolling up our sleeves and putting our faith into practice through a direct involvement, one that cannot be delegated

#MissiosWednesdayWisdom

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April 2026

28Apr

Presidential position for Missio Scotland's Gerard

28 Apr, 2026 | Missio Scotland | BCoS Facebook |

Presidential post for Missio Scotland's Gerard!

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THERE was a resounding endorsement of the work of Missio Scotland at the recent meeting of the European Conference of the Missionary Children Society (CEME) recently, as Communications Officer, Gerard Gough, was appointed as its new president.

20Apr

Loving Father, for our friends, we offer prayers of gratitude that we have been drawn together

20 Apr, 2026 | Missio Scotland | BCoS Facebook |

Loving Father, for our friends, we offer prayers of gratitude that we have been drawn together. With each other’s love and help, may we draw closer to you

#MissiosMondayPrayer

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17Apr

Your support for Missio Scotland, and our PMS partners, ensures that children in countries such as Senegal are provided with the...

17 Apr, 2026 | Missio Scotland | BCoS Facebook |

Your support for Missio Scotland, and our PMS partners, ensures that children in countries such as Senegal are provided with the highest standard of love and care

#MissiosFridayFacts

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March 2026

09Mar

Lord Jesus, who lived and died for us, when your presence seems far away, may we reach out for your healing touch—for the comfor...

09 Mar, 2026 | Missio Scotland | BCoS Facebook |

Lord Jesus, who lived and died for us, when your presence seems far away, may we reach out for your healing touch—for the comfort of your embrace

#MissiosMondayPrayer