Glasgow RCIA

23/02/2026

Another tremendous Rite of Election. Congratulations to all the Elect!

If anyone doubted the quiet revival in Catholicism across the Western world, then this picture is the answer.
This Easter will see 120 ‘new’ Catholics join the Church in the Archdiocese alone – a 20 per cent increase on last year.
The story is the same across Europe, with record numbers of new adult converts being reported in England, Ireland, France and Belgium.
Canon David Wallace, who oversees the RCIA programme for adults seeking to join the Church, said: “It was lovely to see the Cathedral filled with so many people who are hungry to know more about the faith and to live it fully in their daily lives.
“Here at the Cathedral we have been working with 13 adults as they grow in knowledge and faith and it has been a deeply rewarding experience as we accompany them now in this last phase of preparation before they are baptized or received into full communion at Easter.”
Archbishop Nolan said: “It is always one of the highlights of the year for me to preside at the Rite of Election and meet the new generation of people who have made the conscious and active decision to join the Church.
“Recent years have seen a steady growth in numbers, and each of these people can tell their own story of coming to faith, which in itself is an inspiration for us ‘cradle Catholics’.”

21/02/2026

A great retreat day at Christ the King parish today for our catechumens and candidates ahead of tomorrow's Rite of Election St. Andrew's Metropolitan Cathedral, Glasgow So encouraging to see so many who are seeking to become part of the Church!

14/12/2025

A joy to celebrate the Rite of Acceptance today at St. Andrew's Cathedral with 4 of our inquirers becoming catechumens. Please pray for them and for all those journeying towards Christian Initiation at Easter.

23/07/2025

Thinking of becoming a Catholic?
An opportunity for anyone interested in becoming a member of the Catholic Church will take place on Monday 4th August at 6pm in the Cathedral.
If you or someone you know might be interested, please encourage them to come along!

07/06/2025

Looking forward to the feast of Pentecost and to celebrating with all who were baptised or received into the Church at Easter with the Archbishop at 12 noon Mass tomorrow at St. Andrew’s cathedral. Please be aware that, due to the women’s cycling event in the city, the roads around the cathedral are closed. Please plan your journey to avoid disruption.

09/03/2025

Congratulations to our new 'elect' and to all those preparing to be received into the Church this Easter. A truly blessed celebration of the Rite of Election today!

08/03/2025

Another great day of retreat with our soon to be 'Elect' at tomorrow's Rite of Election. All welcome to join us at St. Andrew's Cathedral at 3p.m. Please pray for our 64 Catechumens and 36 candidates for Full Communion as they take this important step on their journey!

01/04/2024

Resurrexit Sicut Dixit, Alleluia!

Wishing you all a Happy Easter and a huge congratulations to Gemma, Steven, Gavin, Michael, Garry, John, Andrew, Daniel, and Iain, who were baptised and received into the Church this evening.

God bless,

Fr. Ross, Fr. Douglas, and Mgr. Ryan

01/04/2024

01/04/2024

Surrexit Christus, Alleluia! The Lord has truly risen! Welcome and congratulations to Mary, newly baptised and to Marc, Cat and Will, received into the Church tonight! Alleluia. Masses on Easter Sunday at 9.30 and 11.30a.m. only. Don't forget to 'spring forward'.