The Bishops' Conference of Scotland

Bishops' Conference of Scotland Care of Creation Office and various other Christian organisations invite you to join us during Laudato Si Week 2025 for "Raising Hope", a special online event to celebrate the Jubilee Year and to reflect on a decade of Laudato Si and its legacy in light of the death of Pope Francis.



We are delighted to welcome Bishop John Arnold of Salford Diocese, the Spokesperson for the Environment of the Bishops' Conference of England and Wales. It will be a wonderful opportunity to listen and dialogue with Bishop John as we seek to read the signs of the times in the context of Laudato Si' and be Pilgrims of Hope.



DETAILS

🗓️Friday 30th May

🕖7.00PM - 8.30PM

⬇️Click here to register and receive access.

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BCOS Online Meeting 8th May 2025
At their Easter meeting the Bishops reflected on the life and contribution of Pope Francis to the life of the Church and the world and gave thanks for his hard work and dedication right to the very end of his life. In particular the Bishops reflected on the influence of Pope Francis on ecumenism in Scotland. At noon the Bishops prayed for two minutes in honour of the dead of WW II on the 80th Anniversary of VE Day.
A discussion took place about the publishing of the national directory and calendars. Michael Burns whose family have been involved in the publication for many years is retiring. The Bishops expressed thanks for all his work. Bishop McGee reported on his recent contribution to the Covid Inquiry and the recognition by the lead judge of the importance of Sacramental life for the Catholic Church. A new ethical investment policy was agreed for BCOS- this will be published on the BCOS website.
At the level of Synodality Bishop McGee reported on an initiative to invite representatives from every diocese for training in Conversation in the Spirit at the Ignatian Centre in Glasgow, to foster dialogue and fruitful discussions at every level of Church life in Scotland. The Scottish Catholic Safeguarding Agency addressed the Conference about last year’s safeguarding audit and the possibility of a more consistent and robust reporting system for safeguarding at the national level. The Bishops discussed liturgical norms and overcoming any residual difficulties in parishes where Covid restrictions seem to be in evidence. Bishop McGee also reported on the recent First Minister’s summit on democracy. It was also acknowledged that Mr Swinney FM had expressed his opposition to the assisted suicide legislation. It was agreed that the conference would issue a statement again ahead of the vote on 13th May. The Bishops looked forward to the outcome of the Conclave and closed with prayers for the inspiration of the Holy Spirit.