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“It will be quite different from meeting in central Edinburgh, and that might stimulate fresh ways of thinking as we develop the way forward for our church.”

“This is a welcome opportunity to try a new venue that will help us to be in community together,” said Cathy Johnston, Convener of the Provincial Standing Committee.

“As a Church, we assure her of our prayers and friendship as she prepares for her new role.”

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“I have met Bishop Sarah at various Anglican Communion events and at the Church of England’s General Synod, and I look forward to working together with her for the flourishing of the Anglican Communion across these islands.

“This is a historic appointment. The Scottish Episcopal Church honours the ministry of women, and it is therefore a great delight to see that for the first time, the primus inter pares of the Anglican Communion is a woman.

“On behalf of the Scottish Episcopal Church, I warmly welcome the appointment of the Rt Rev and Rt Hon Sarah Mullally as the next Archbishop of Canterbury,” said the Primus.

Joint signings took place at Edinburgh’s two ‘St Mary’s’ cathedrals, first at St Mary’s Catholic Cathedral in York Place, and then at St Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral in Palmerston Place.

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The declaration was signed by Archbishop Leo Cushley on behalf of the Conference of Bishops of the Catholic Church in Scotland and by the Most Rev Mark Strange, Bishop of Moray, Ross & Caithness and Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church.

The Saint Ninian Declaration supports a deepening relationship between the two denominations, making greater co-operation possible while acknowledging that there are differences between the two churches.

Commitment: at least 5 meetings a year (usually in Edinburgh), with prep time to review papers.

Apply by sending CV & 500-word statement to GeneralSynodOffice@scotland.anglican.org (FAO Fiona Campbell) by 30 Sept 2025.

Who should apply?
People with:
• A relevant professional qualification and/or
• Significant senior-level experience in one or more of these areas.
Roles are voluntary, non-remunerated for a 2-year term (with possible renewal).

We’re seeking up to 3 co-opted (non-voting) members to help deliver a new provincial strategy. Priority areas of expertise are finance and charity Law, with other areas of focus including digital strategy, marketing & comms, governance, fundraising, and HR.

All are welcome to attend the signings.

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The historic declaration of friendship will be signed at the capital’s two ‘St Mary’s’ cathedrals. The first part of the signing will take place at St Mary’s Catholic Cathedral in York Place, and the second part at St Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral in Palmerston Place.

The Declaration supports a deepening relationship between Episcopalians and Roman Catholics in Scotland, allowing both to work more closely together while acknowledging that there are distinct differences between the two churches.

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Rev Oliver joined Ravi Ladva, a member of Scotland's Hindu community, and Rosa Murray, a member of the Roman Catholic Church, to discuss some of the big stories of last week from a faith based perspective.