Events

The festival that recalls the foundation of the church on the witness and the death of Peter and Paul. This is Fr Jim’s 36th anniversary of ordination – remember a prayer for him

St Benedict, co-patron of Europe, was a monk, writer, and theologian, venerated in the Catholic Church, Eastern and Oriental Orthodox Churches and also the Anglican communion. He is associated most famously with the monastery at Monte Cassino.

Did you know 'The Fair' is the oldest holiday in the country and also has a church connection? Bishop Jocelin of Glasgow got permission from King William the Lion in 1190 to hold the festivities. Many local businesses and factories closed on 'Fair Friday' to allow workers and their families to holiday "doon the watter".

For the first time in three years, it’s a huge relief to wave off the Hospitality, the Youth Group, the pilgrims and – above all – the sick. Our petitions are going with them and our wishes for a blessed and smooth week.

The famous parable of the Sower sowing seed and how that seed is received and nurtured – or not! It’s a brilliant parable to be thinking about as we reflect in how we can as a parish re-evangelise our community.

Excited to celebrate the marriage of Arlene and Sean here at the Immaculate Conception. Every blessing for the future.

First to encounter the Risen Lord, she is also the first evangelist, running to tell the others. Sadly, her role and story haven’t received the prominence deserved in a male dominated institution! May she inspire us in our new evangelisation.

Good and evil exist alongside each other in our world – like weeds and wheat in todays’ gospel. We mightn’t be able to separate but we can cultivate the good and diminish the bad.

Excited to celebrate the marriage of Roisin and Ryan - two parishioners celebrating their wedding at home in Barga. Every blessing for the day and forever.

He was the first to be martyred. He is the patron saint of Spain and, traditionally, his remains are in Santiago de Compostela, the destination of the Camino. He is patron of the British Court and revered among the Kings of Scotland!

Traditionally the parents of the Blessed Virgin Mary, grandparents of Jesus. Pope Francis constantly reminds us of the huge role of grandparents in family life so let’s remember all grandparents today.

Excited to celebrate the marriage of Rebecca and Andrew – young couple in the parish marrying at Glasgow University Memorial Chapel.

This week a third parable about fields! This time one that has covered over a rich treasure hoard! A canny merchant discovers this and goes and buys the field and inherits treasure. What is precious to us and what do we do to sake it?

WYD, begun by St John Paul, gathers the young people of the world every two years. We are delighted that Rose, Kerry, Conor, Finn and Anthony – our “Lisbon Lions” – are representing us. Have a blast!

A Basque soldier and nobleman, Inigo became a priest and founded the hugely influential Society of Jesus (Jesuits) Happy feast to our Jesuit neighbours at St Aloysius and to our Jesuit Pope, Francis!

Fr Jim goes on annual leave today. Just like you never leave your family when you are away, neither does a priest leave behind his folk!

St Alphonsus Ligouri founded the Redemptorist Congregation. Well known moral theologian he also wrote poetry, spiritual writings and hymns. His No.1 hit is probably O Bread of Heaven

Today Pope Francis will go to Lisbon to join the gathered youth people at World Youth Day. Best wishes to our Kerry, Rose, Finn Conor & Anthony - our 5 there to greet him!

St John Vianney The Cure D’Ars famous for his simplicity and deep devotion to the sacrament of reconciliation and the Eucharist. His whole life was spent among the folk of his village and he is understandably the patron saint of Parish Priests.

Feast of the Transfiguration of the Lord is an important moment for the faith journey because it reveals our ultimate destination. As beloved children, we are destined for the resurrection.