The Diocese of Aberdeen and Orkney
A diocese of the Scottish Episcopal Church
Details of vacancies for clergy or lay positions currently being advertised in our Diocese and Congregations.
Our Churches can be found in tiny rural communities and in the heart of new towns and in the city centre, we serve all parts of our community and we serve them with love. Please enjoy exploring this Website and discover the diversity, beauty and faithfulness of the Episcopalian Community of Aberdeen and Orkney.
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31st August 2017
This year, the following churches will be open specifically for Doors Open Day:Aberdeen City (Saturday 9 September – 10:00am-4:00pm):St Andrew’s Cathedral, Aberdeen St John’s Church,...
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29th August 2017
Centrepost for September is now available (shown above). A printable PDF Copy is also available.
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28th August 2017
The Rev'd David Greenwood was yesterday licensed as Priest-in-Charge of Christ Church, Kincardine O'Neil by Bishop Mark.Photos telling the story of the day are shown below. A video copy of Bishop...
Carry on reading28th August 2017
The sermon preached by the Primus, Bishop Mark at the licensing of the Rev'd Dr David Greenwood as Priest-in-Charge of Christ Church, Kincardine O'Neil on Sunday 27 August.
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The process for electing a new Bishop involves a Preparatory Committee producing a shortlist of a minimum of three candidates for recommendation to the Electoral Synod. The Preparatory Committee...
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12th July 2017
Centrepost, giving information of events taking place around the Diocese is shown above for July and August. A printable PDF version is also available.
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Carry on reading22nd June 2017
The funeral of Rev Canon Lisa Eunson will take place on Saturday 1st July at 12 noon in St Ternan's Church, Banchory. All welcome. The service will be followed by a private service of cremation.Donations...
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17th June 2017
The Rev'd Nicholas Bowry, Curate at St Clement's Church, Aberdeen was today ordained Priest by Bishop Mark. The service was streamed on our Facebook page and that video can be viewed from the Facebook...
Carry on reading17th June 2017
My Dear FriendsWith great sadness I must inform you that the Rev'd Canon Lisa Eunson died early this morning. Lisa has journeyed through her illness with remarkable faith and with great concern...
Carry on reading6th June 2017
A message from Bishop Mark: To the People of Aberdeen and OrkneyOnce again, the General Synod of the Scottish Episcopal Church gathers in Edinburgh. Once again members of our church will travel from...
Carry on reading5th June 2017
Our new Diocesan Website is now launched after many months of preparation.It has a new menu structure, designed to support the varying and diverse areas of work which take place across the Diocese,...
Carry on reading5th June 2017
The Rev'd Canon Paul Watson has been appointed Rector of St James-the-Less Church in Bishopbriggs. Please hold him and his wife Ina in your prayers. Please also pray for St Devenick's Church and St...
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3rd June 2017
Representatives from six of our congregations gathered at St Clement's Church in Aberdeen today for the second gathering of the Renewing Ordinary Christians series.The highlights of the day included...
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29th May 2017
Photos from the recent Choral Festival led by Bishop Mark including the renewal of Lay Readers vows held at the Cathedral.[caption id="attachment_1709" align="aligncenter" width="1024"] The choir practicing...
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24th May 2017
Centrepost for June, giving details of events taking place around the Diocese, is shown above. A printable PDF copy is also available.
Carry on reading16th May 2017
The Rev'd Joan Lyon, Priest in Charge at St Ninian's Church, Aberdeen, leading the Time for Reflection at the Scottish Parliament on Tuesday 16 May, 2017
More details27th April 2017
The Ordination to Priesthood of Rev'd Nick Bowry will take place on Saturday 17th June at 2.30pm at St Clement’s Church in Mastrick, Aberdeen.Information about Vestments will follow.
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27th April 2017
Centrepost for May, giving information of events taking place around the Diocese, is shown above. A printable PDF copy is also available
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27th April 2017
Canon Paul Watson writes:Please consider joining with this wonderful initiative of prayer during the period from Ascension Day to Pentecost. Many resources are available on Thy Kingdom Come website....
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20th April 2017
The Cathedral marked the ninetieth birthday of our former Bishop, Fred Darwent, at their Easter Sunday Evensong.Photos by Stephanie Brock
Carry on reading20th April 2017
'Make Lunch' are an inter-denominational charity who tackle 'Holiday Hunger' as a form of Christian social action and outreach. Many children who receive free School meals during term time face difficulties...
Carry on reading16th April 2017
The Rt Rev'd Mark Strange, Bishop of Moray, Ross, and Caithness, and our Interim Bishop during the Episcopal Vacancy, gives us a message for Easter.
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13th April 2017
Photos from today's service as the clergy renewed their ordination vows and the consecration of the Holy Oils.[caption id="attachment_1536" align="aligncenter" width="1200"] The oils laid out before...
Carry on reading13th April 2017
The Rev'd Anne James is to retire as Priest-in-Charge of St Andrew's Church, Alford at the end of April. Anne has served as Priest-in-Charge at Alford since 1999, having previously served at St Mary's...
Carry on reading9th April 2017
A Children's Talk for Palm Sunday, from the Episcopal Diocese of Aberdeen and Orkney. It is given by Henna Cundill, the Diocesan Children, Family and Youth Officer.The readings for this week are:...
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Bishop Mark, of Moray, Ross and Caithness, and interim Bishop of Aberdeen and Orkney, gives his charge at Diocesan Synod on Friday 3 March, 2017 at St Andrew's Cathedral.For more information about...
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A walk through the Stations of the Cross for Passion Sunday from the Diocese of Aberdeen and Orkney, given by Carole Phelan, a member of St Margaret's Church, Aberdeen, and member of the Epiphany Group.The...
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A Children's Talk for Mothering Sunday, from the Episcopal Diocese of Aberdeen and Orkney. It is given by Henna Cundill, the Diocesan Children, Family and Youth Officer. The readings for this week...
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A video sermon for the Third Sunday of Lent, from the Episcopal Diocese of Aberdeen and Orkney. It is given by Richard Murray, Lay Reader at St Anne's Church, Kemnay and All Saints Church, Whiterashes. The...
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A video sermon for the Second Sunday of Lent, from the Episcopal Diocese of Aberdeen and Orkney. It is given by the Rev'd Nick Bowry, curate at St Clement's Church, Aberdeen.The readings for this...
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A video reflection for the first Sunday in Lent from the Diocese of Aberdeen and Orkney, given by Sister Dorothy Clark, the Diocesan Spirituality Convener.The readings for this week are:Genesis...
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A video sermon for the last Sunday before Lent, from the Episcopal Diocese of Aberdeen and Orkney. It is given by Jo Bowyer, a Church Army Evangelist at Caf4e in Bridge of Don.The readings for this...
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A Children's Talk for the Seventh Sunday of Epiphany, from the Episcopal Diocese of Aberdeen and Orkney. It is told by Henna Cundill, the Diocesan Children, Family and Youth Officer.The readings...
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A video reflection, for the fifth Sunday after Epiphany, from the Episcopal Diocese of Aberdeen and Orkney. It is given by Margaret McKinnon of the Epiphany Group.The readings for this week are:...
More detailsGod, who has called us to be members together of your Church, which is the body of your Son, pour out your Spirit on this Diocese. Endue with strength and love and wisdom all who bear authority therein. Accept our gifts, our labours and our love, and use them for the advancement of your kingdom and the glory of your name. Lead us in all our work for you, and unite us in the joyful service of your Son, our Saviour Jesus Christ. Amen
24th September 2017