THURSDAY 29th JANUARY at 8pm
ST MARY’S EPISCOPAL CATHEDRAL, PALMERSTON PLACE
On Thursday 29th January, St Mary’s Cathedral is hosting a very special concert: Daughters of Donbas — Songs of Stolen Children.
This is a fundraising concert for SaveUkraine, which helps rescue children kidnapped from the Donbas region of Ukraine.
With famous Ukrainian singer Marichka, accompanied by string quartet and bandura.
Tickets are £20/10, via our website.
SATURDAY 13th DECEMBER at 2pm
ST MARY’s CATHEDRAL, PALMERSTON PLACE
This Saturday (13th December) at 2pm, come and sing Community Carols with us!
No booking required, just come along for a good sing of carols round the piano.
All welcome, with refreshments afterwards.
ST MARY’s EPISCOPAL CATHEDRAL – PALMERSTON PLACE
All are very welcome to our service for World AIDS Day, on Monday 1st December.
Whatever your faith or background, join us to remember those who have passed away, and those who are still living with this condition.
SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity recently commemorated a significant milestone marking 140 years of support to the military community with a special service held at St Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral in Edinburgh.
The event brought together over 200 attendees from across the military, civic, and charity sectors to honour SSAFA’s enduring support for the military community since 1885.
The service was a blend of music, reflection, and gratitude. The congregation was welcomed with stirring performances by The King’s Own Scottish Borderers Pipes and Drums and Duncan Ferguson, Organist and Master of Music at St Mary’s Cathedral.
Reverend Nicki McNelly, SSAFA Chair for Edinburgh & the Lothians, opened the ceremony, with prayers and a sermon delivered by Rev Dr David Coulter.
A heartfelt address from SSAFA’s National Chair, Air Marshal Sir Simon Bollom, underscored the charity’s historic and ongoing impact. Sir Simon later led an Act of Dedication, reaffirming SSAFA’s commitment to its mission.
Musical highlights included performances from the Band of the Royal Regiment of Scotland, Edinburgh and Rosyth Military Wives Choirs, and a rousing rendition of Highland Cathedral which, according to one guest, “sent shivers down my spine.”
A particularly touching moment came with a poem reading by Anya Rose McNelly, followed by a spirited performance by the Queen Victoria School’s Pipes, Drums and Dancers.
The event concluded with a full ensemble performance of the SSAFA March, a fitting tribute to the charity’s legacy and community spirit.
Feedback from guests has been overwhelmingly positive. ‘It was truly a memorable and emotional event to mark our 140th,’ said Sir Simon Bollom.
A representative from the City of Edinburgh Council added, “It was terrific and it was great to be part of the celebrations.”
SSAFA extends heartfelt thanks to all participants, performers, and guests who made the event a success — a powerful reflection of 140 years of steadfast support for those who serve, have served and will serve.
ST Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral in Palmerston Place are delighted to announce that they feature on Royal Mail’s Second Class Christmas postage stamp this year!
CHRISTMAS stamps for 2024 from Royal Mail feature original illustrations of five UK cathedrals: St Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral, Edinburgh; St Patrick’s Cathedral, Armagh; Liverpool Cathedral; St Deiniol’s Cathedral, Bangor; and the RC Westminster Cathedral.
The Royal Mail’s director of external affairs and policy, David Gold, said at the launch: “Cathedrals are a hugely significant part of our cultural heritage and play an important role in local communities.
“They also offer space for peaceful reflection and a bit of an escape from the challenges of daily life, which can be especially important at Christmas.”
Designed by the British artist Judy Joel, the stamps were revealed for the first time today – 5 November.
Royal Mail described the five buildings as “some of the most spectacular cathedrals in the UK”, highlighting the first, Edinburgh, designed by Sir Gilbert Scott and consecrated in 1879, as “boldly harking back to upwardly soaring medieval Gothic cathedrals, with its three spires dominating Edinburgh”.
Royal Mail worked closely with Janet Gough, formerly director of cathedrals and church buildings for the Church of England, and an authority on historic churches. Ms Gough said: “These special stamps are a reminder that, for centuries past, cathedrals have provided sanctuary, community, joy, and wonder at the birth of Christ”.
“And they continue to do so today, standing at the very heart of our cities. All the UK cathedrals will be open over Christmas, ready to welcome people of all faiths and none. For services, prayer, and celebration, to find peace, or to enjoy the splendour of their music, architecture, and treasures, visit a cathedral this Christmas.”
The stamps, together with a range of collectibles, are now on sale.
Why not visit St Mary’s Cathedral this Christmas? https://tinyurl.com/49zxue2u
ST MARY’S EPISCOPAL CATHEDRAL, PALMERSTON PLACE
Has a loved one died from HIV-related causes?
As we approach World AIDS Day, anyone is welcome to come to one of our drop-in quilting workshops to add a friend or family member’s name to the HIV quilt, housed in the Cathedral.
Free. All are welcome on a drop-in basis, no need to book.
More info: https://tinyurl.com/2j947me9
Join us for a world première!
Our renowned choir will give the first performance of Joanna Marsh composer‘s new piece ‘The Everlasting Covenant’ at Choral Evensong on Sun 6th Oct at 3.30pm!
All welcome to join us, for FREE. https://tinyurl.com/3w9pnztw
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