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These documents have been developed by the Bishops' advisory groups to inform, advise and support parish communities as they cope with various restrictions on accessing Church during the pandemic. As these documents are updated, the "Modified date" will indicate the most recent version available.
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Description
Modified Date
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A short guide for parishes beyond Level Zero
Updated Covid Advice for Parishes from BCOS Infection Control Group
10/08/2021
74.17 KB
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Live streaming Notice
A template notice for parishes which live stream services.
16/07/2021
47.00 KB
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Updated Liturgical Guidance June 2021
Updated Liturgical Guidance taking account of eased restrictions, issued by the Bishops' Conference in June 2021
07/06/2021
57.72 KB
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Guide on Copyright for Parishes v.2.1
The BCOS National Liturgy Commission has updated its guidance on Copyright issues, including the reproduction of liturgical texts and the needs for livestreaming licences.
18/03/2021
185.81 KB
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Guidance for Clergy on Liturgies for Holy Week and the Sacred Triduum
Guidance for Clergy on Liturgies for Holy Week and the Sacred Triduum, prepared by the National Liturgy Commission
17/03/2021
125.03 KB
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Liturgy of the Hours for the Sacred Triduum
These excerpts from the Divine Office may be prayed along with other members of one’s household, or even alone.
16/03/2021
439.88 KB
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Guide to Foster Participation in Online Liturgies of Sacred Triduum
Brief guidance from the National Liturgical Commission on participating in online liturgies during Holy Week 2021
16/03/2021
530.28 KB
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Living in Faith in Lent 2021_easyread version
Easyread version of the 'Living in Faith' February 2021 newsletter
23/02/2021
1.12 MB
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Lent at Home
Lent at Home is an online resource which offers a range of ideas and materials for Lenten prayer, devotions and activities for families and individuals.
23/02/2021
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Living in Faith in the age of COVID-19 (Feb 2021)
2nd Newsletter from the BCOS Pastoral Ministry Working Group providing information, advice and resources
14/02/2021
1.13 MB
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Guidelines for Zoom Activities
an example of some parish guidance (and a consent form) on the use of Zoom for parish activities
13/02/2021
83.28 KB
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Day of Prayer for those who have suffered abuse
Prayers that can be offered in church and at home on Friday 19th February 2021
08/02/2021
104.23 KB
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Ash Wednesday service for use at home
a short liturgy which has been designed for use by for individuals or family groups to celebrate Ash Wednesday (17th Feb. 2021)
07/02/2021
75.61 KB
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Stations of the Cross
a short form of Stations of the Cross for use at home during Lent 2021
07/02/2021
123.53 KB
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Light shines in darkness accessible version 1
An "Easy Read" version of the Pastoral Letter
07/02/2021
3.55 MB
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Light shines in darkness accessible version 2
An accessible version of the Pastoral letter combining image and text excerpts
07/02/2021
2.50 MB
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Light shines in darkness
Pastoral letter from the Bishops of Scotland - December 2020
03/02/2021
1.75 MB
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Living in Faith in the age of Covid (August 2020)
Newsletter providing information, advice and resources from the BCOS Pastoral Ministry Working Group
03/02/2021
381.27 KB
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Live streaming Protocol
Protocol for parishes which live stream services.
17/12/2020
146.98 KB
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Universal Prayer for November 2020
Universal Prayer developed by the National Liturgical Commission for use during the month of November
23/10/2020
13.70 KB
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Universal Prayer for November 2020 (Gaelic)
Universal Prayer (Gaelic translation) developed by the National Liturgical Commission for use during the month of November
23/10/2020
14.95 KB
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Sacramental Preparation Resources
Resources available in Scottish Dioceses to support Preparation for the Sacraments
19/10/2020
23.32 KB
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Taking Holy Communion to the Housebound
This short paper offers advice on the steps to be followed by Extraordinary Ministers when taking Holy Communion to the Housebound
28/07/2020
44.71 KB
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Humana Communitas in the Age of Pandemic
The Pontifical Academy for Life has published a document dedicated to the consequences of the world health crisis and its interpretation.
23/07/2020
330.58 KB
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Guidance for the Resumption of Mass - WORD version
Infographic Summary Guidance for the Resumption of Mass - WORD version
14/07/2020
435.92 KB
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Guidance for the Resumption of Mass - PDF version
Infographic Summary Guidance for the Resumption of Mass - PDF version
14/07/2020
192.78 KB
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Guidance for the Resumption of Mass - JPEG version
Infographic Summary Guidance for the Resumption of Mass - JPEG version
14/07/2020
423.66 KB
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Booking system for Mass
A guide to using Eventbrite to manage 'bookings' for Mass where capacity is restricted.
01/07/2020
89.10 KB
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Preparing for re-opening of churches
Guidance on how clergy and parishioners can prepare for a phased re-opening of churches
24/06/2020
151.68 KB
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COVID-19 Infection Control for Churches
Advice on COVID-19 and Infection control protocol for parishes
24/06/2020
164.39 KB
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Embracing Hope - a route map for pastoral ministry
a route map for pastoral ministry in parishes during the COVIOD-19 pandemic
19/06/2020
260.67 KB
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Form C Young Volunteer Application Form
Form C to be completed by 16-18 yr olds wishing to assist with cleaning churches
19/06/2020
19.42 KB
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Guidance on recruiting young volunteers
Guidance on recruiting young volunteers (16-18 yr old) to assist with the cleaning of churches
19/06/2020
83.85 KB
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Form B Volunteer Application form
Form B to be completed by new volunteers who will act as stewards
18/06/2020
19.44 KB
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Form A Volunteer Application form
Form to be completed by previously "safely recruited" parish volunteers who will act as stewards
18/06/2020
19.53 KB
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Guidance for parishioners on returning to Church
A brief video designed to explain the changes that parishioners might encounter when returnning to church
17/06/2020
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Safeguarding Information Leaflet for Volunteers
information and advice for new parish volunteers about their roles and how to deal with any disclosures of abuse
17/06/2020
7.26 MB
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Safeguarding guidance for recruiting volunteers
Guidance for parishes when recruiting volunteers as stewards
15/06/2020
1.32 MB
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Safeguarding Training for New Volunteers
A 10-mins. video which briefs new volunteers on the safeguarding issues relevant to their role as part of a parish Welcome ministry
13/06/2020
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Safeguarding Training for new Volunteers
a Powerpoint show which briefs new volunteers on the safeguarding issues relevant to their role as part of a parish Welcome ministry
13/06/2020
31.46 MB
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Prayers for when Mass cannot be celebrated publicly
Even when the Mass is not available we can still keep the Lord’s Day holy.
10/06/2020
62.15 KB
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Bishops' Pastoral Letter 18th March 2020
First Pastoral Letter and Statement of the Scottish Bishops re. Covid-19 Virus
10/06/2020
130.04 KB
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How ready is your church to re-open?
a self-assessment tool with easy steps to follow to test your readiness for re-opening
10/06/2020
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Bishops' Pastoral Letter (Polish translation)
Second Pastoral Letter of the Scottish Bishops re. Covid-19 Virus
08/06/2020
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Bishops' Pastoral Letter 5th June 2020
Second Pastoral Letter of the Scottish Bishops re. Covid-19 Virus
07/06/2020
115.89 KB
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