Click here to read the Final Synthesis of the Synodal Process in Scotland.  

This document summarises the key ideas and issues that have emerged from prayerful discernment and discussions across Dioceses in Scotland.

The Bishops of Scotland have issued a Pastoral Letter on the Eucharist, to be read and / or otherwise distributed on the Solemnity of the Body and Blood of Christ - 18^th /19^th June 2022.  Read the letter here.

The second World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly will be celebrated on Sunday 27th July 2022.

The following resources are available to support this celebration in parishes, religious communities, and family homes.

Message of Pope Francis

Letter from Cardinal Farrell

Prayer for the second World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly

Catechesis on Old Age

Pastoral Guidelines

The Bishops of Scotland have provided guidance to the lay faithful on a Catholic understanding of issues related to the current debate surrounding Gender Identity.

This paper is intended to provide guidance to teachers and parents involved in the education of children and young people.

This paper is intended to provide a general summary of the Church's teaching on this topic.

On the 2022 Day for Life, we are invited invite to think again about the value and worth of older persons in families, in society, and to make practical choices to build bridges between the generations.

Message from Pope Francis

Letter on Day for Life 2022 on behalf of the Bishops of UK and Ireland

Message of Pope Francis

Video Message from Pope Francis

Prayer for World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly

Pastoral Guidelines

Liturgy Notes