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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.
 TitleDescriptionModified DateSize 
A short guide for parishes beyond Level ZeroUpdated Covid Advice for Parishes from BCOS Infection Control Group10/08/202174.17 KBDownload
Live streaming NoticeA template notice for parishes which live stream services.16/07/202147.00 KBDownload
Updated Liturgical Guidance June 2021Updated Liturgical Guidance taking account of eased restrictions, issued by the Bishops' Conference in June 202107/06/202157.72 KBDownload
Guide on Copyright for Parishes v.2.1The BCOS National Liturgy Commission has updated its guidance on Copyright issues, including the reproduction of liturgical texts and the needs for livestreaming licences.18/03/2021185.81 KBDownload
Guidance for Clergy on Liturgies for Holy Week and the Sacred TriduumGuidance for Clergy on Liturgies for Holy Week and the Sacred Triduum, prepared by the National Liturgy Commission17/03/2021125.03 KBDownload
Liturgy of the Hours for the Sacred TriduumThese excerpts from the Divine Office may be prayed along with other members of one’s household, or even alone.16/03/2021439.88 KBDownload
Guide to Foster Participation in Online Liturgies of Sacred TriduumBrief guidance from the National Liturgical Commission on participating in online liturgies during Holy Week 202116/03/2021530.28 KBDownload
Living in Faith in Lent 2021_easyread versionEasyread version of the 'Living in Faith' February 2021 newsletter23/02/20211.12 MBDownload
Lent at HomeLent at Home is an online resource which offers a range of ideas and materials for Lenten prayer, devotions and activities for families and individuals.23/02/2021UnknownDownload
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 14/02/20211.13 MBDownload
Guidelines for Zoom Activitiesan example of some parish guidance (and a consent form) on the use of Zoom for parish activities13/02/202183.28 KBDownload
Day of Prayer for those who have suffered abusePrayers that can be offered in church and at home on Friday 19th February 202108/02/2021104.23 KBDownload
Ash Wednesday service for use at homea short liturgy which has been designed for use by for individuals or family groups to celebrate Ash Wednesday (17th Feb. 2021)07/02/202175.61 KBDownload
Stations of the Crossa short form of Stations of the Cross for use at home during Lent 202107/02/2021123.53 KBDownload
Light shines in darkness accessible version 1An "Easy Read" version of the Pastoral Letter07/02/20213.55 MBDownload
Light shines in darkness accessible version 2An accessible version of the Pastoral letter combining image and text excerpts07/02/20212.50 MBDownload
Light shines in darknessPastoral letter from the Bishops of Scotland - December 202003/02/20211.75 MBDownload
Living in Faith in the age of Covid (August 2020)Newsletter providing information, advice and resources from the BCOS Pastoral Ministry Working Group03/02/2021381.27 KBDownload
Live streaming ProtocolProtocol for parishes which live stream services.17/12/2020146.98 KBDownload
Universal Prayer for November 2020Universal Prayer developed by the National Liturgical Commission for use during the month of November23/10/202013.70 KBDownload
Universal Prayer for November 2020 (Gaelic)Universal Prayer (Gaelic translation) developed by the National Liturgical Commission for use during the month of November23/10/202014.95 KBDownload
Sacramental Preparation ResourcesResources available in Scottish Dioceses to support Preparation for the Sacraments 19/10/202023.32 KBDownload
Taking Holy Communion to the HouseboundThis short paper offers advice on the steps to be followed by Extraordinary Ministers when taking Holy Communion to the Housebound28/07/202044.71 KBDownload
Humana Communitas in the Age of PandemicThe Pontifical Academy for Life has published a document dedicated to the consequences of the world health crisis and its interpretation.23/07/2020330.58 KBDownload
Guidance for the Resumption of Mass - WORD versionInfographic Summary Guidance for the Resumption of Mass - WORD version14/07/2020435.92 KBDownload
Guidance for the Resumption of Mass - PDF versionInfographic Summary Guidance for the Resumption of Mass - PDF version14/07/2020192.78 KBDownload
Guidance for the Resumption of Mass - JPEG versionInfographic Summary Guidance for the Resumption of Mass - JPEG version14/07/2020423.66 KBDownload
Booking system for MassA guide to using Eventbrite to manage 'bookings' for Mass where capacity is restricted.01/07/202089.10 KBDownload
Preparing for re-opening of churchesGuidance on how clergy and parishioners can prepare for a phased re-opening of churches24/06/2020151.68 KBDownload
COVID-19 Infection Control for ChurchesAdvice on COVID-19 and Infection control protocol for parishes24/06/2020164.39 KBDownload
Embracing Hope - a route map for pastoral ministrya route map for pastoral ministry in parishes during the COVIOD-19 pandemic19/06/2020260.67 KBDownload
Form C Young Volunteer Application FormForm C to be completed by 16-18 yr olds wishing to assist with cleaning churches19/06/202019.42 KBDownload
Guidance on recruiting young volunteersGuidance on recruiting young volunteers (16-18 yr old) to assist with the cleaning of churches19/06/202083.85 KBDownload
Form B Volunteer Application formForm B to be completed by new volunteers who will act as stewards18/06/202019.44 KBDownload
Form A Volunteer Application formForm to be completed by previously "safely recruited" parish volunteers who will act as stewards18/06/202019.53 KBDownload
Guidance for parishioners on returning to ChurchA brief video designed to explain the changes that parishioners might encounter when returnning to church17/06/2020UnknownDownload
Safeguarding Information Leaflet for Volunteersinformation and advice for new parish volunteers about their roles and how to deal with any disclosures of abuse17/06/20207.26 MBDownload
Safeguarding guidance for recruiting volunteersGuidance for parishes when recruiting volunteers as stewards15/06/20201.32 MBDownload
Safeguarding Training for New VolunteersA 10-mins. video which briefs new volunteers on the safeguarding issues relevant to their role as part of a parish Welcome ministry13/06/2020UnknownDownload
Safeguarding Training for new Volunteersa Powerpoint show which briefs new volunteers on the safeguarding issues relevant to their role as part of a parish Welcome ministry13/06/202031.46 MBDownload
Prayers for when Mass cannot be celebrated publiclyEven when the Mass is not available we can still keep the Lord’s Day holy. 10/06/202062.15 KBDownload
Bishops' Pastoral Letter 18th March 2020First Pastoral Letter and Statement of the Scottish Bishops re. Covid-19 Virus10/06/2020130.04 KBDownload
How ready is your church to re-open?a self-assessment tool with easy steps to follow to test your readiness for re-opening10/06/2020UnknownDownload
Bishops' Pastoral Letter (Polish translation)Second Pastoral Letter of the Scottish Bishops re. Covid-19 Virus08/06/2020UnknownDownload
Bishops' Pastoral Letter 5th June 2020Second Pastoral Letter of the Scottish Bishops re. Covid-19 Virus07/06/2020115.89 KBDownload
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