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Joined June 2010
The Right Reverend David Railton, Bishop of Argyll & The Isles
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The Most Rev Mark Strange, Primus, said following this meeting: "I am grateful to the First Minister for holding this discussion. This is a time for all of our communities to come together and unite against hate." https://t.co/787AZYyT13
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Following the violent disorder that has taken place in various towns and cities across parts of the UK in recent days, the First Minister of Scotland, John Swinney MSP hosted a meeting today (7...
First Minister @JohnSwinney and @kaukabstewart provided reassurance to faith and refugee community leaders today. In positive talks, everyone reiterated that this is a time for communities to show solidarity against hate.
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Coverage of day two of the General Synod can be found at our website: Morning sessions: https://t.co/avKd6JHraU Afternoon sessions: https://t.co/7LAe5SmZPY
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The 2024 meeting of the General Synod of the Scottish Episcopal Church will begin today (13 June). The meeting will be streamed live at our website here: https://t.co/gHZqTclKgo
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Bishops urge electioneering politicians to work for a just peace as famine takes its toll in Gaza
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As news of a snap General Election dominates the headlines, the College of Bishops of the Scottish Episcopal Church has called on politicians to work urgently for a just peace in Israel-Palestine and...
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“This election has come from sad circumstances following the death of Bishop Keith. There is still grieving, but as well as looking back, we are also able to look forward now.”
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“It’s tough to be leaving people I know and love in my linked charges but I am consoled by the fact that I will be ‘just up the road’, and I will still be looking after them as their Bishop. I’m moving on, but not moving away."
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The Bishop-Elect said: “Having been in the Diocese for five years I know the people here and it’s a huge privilege to be elected by them. I am delighted but it’s humbling too, and a little daunting."
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Mr Railton accepted the post following a vote of the Electoral Synod, held today in Oban. He becomes Bishop-Elect, and a Consecration is expected be arranged during the next three months.
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A new Bishop has been chosen in the Diocese of Argyll and The Isles, with the Rev David Railton elected to the position that has been vacant since the death of Bishop Keith Riglin in September 2022.
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The Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church @BishopStrange has met Pope Francis during a historic first Anglican Primates Meeting in Rome https://t.co/ZxJ36YiIZl
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The Primus of the Scottish Episcopal Church has met Pope Francis as part of the 2024 Anglican Primates Meeting in Rome. Bishop Mark Strange was introduced to the Pope during an hour-long meeting with...
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Tomorrow, for the first time, Primates from around the @AnglicanWorld are meeting in Rome, for four days of prayer, pilgrimage, discussion and fellowship. Together we will discuss common priorities and challenges in the global mission and shared life of the #AnglicanCommunion,
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First Minister @HumzaYousaf was honoured to host an Interfaith Iftar meal at Bute House. The evening was spent sharing and valuing Scotland’s diverse religious traditions and further strengthening bonds across our communities.
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The Very Rev John Conway, Provost of St Mary’s Cathedral in Edinburgh, is offering 'Prayer for the Day' all this week on BBC Radio 4. Available here: https://t.co/X8p6q80Ebj
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The General Synod of the Scottish Episcopal Church will welcome a new Secretary General when Dr Dee Bird takes up the position this summer. @DeeBird14 is the first female Secretary General since the position was established in 1983 https://t.co/IE4pwJw5st
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The General Synod of the Scottish Episcopal Church will welcome a new Secretary General when Dr Dee Bird takes up the position this summer. Dr Bird joins the General Synod Office from Edinburgh...
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