Associations

St Mary’s Cathedral Associations

African Choir

"The mission of the African Catholic Choir is to bring a taste of African musical vibrance and energy to the Catholic community in Aberdeen. New members are always welcome and experience/knowledge of singing are not required. Meeting times are Thursdays 7.00pm and Saturdays 6.00pm in the Cathedral Upper Hall.

Contact: Peter Atorough

Alpha

A basic course in Christianity in eight sessions.

Course Co-ordinator: Kay Morrison

Bell Ringers

Learning and practicing the art of bell ringing and ring changing.
Thursdays 7.45pm Cathedral.

Contact: Evelyn & Austin Murray

Catenians

Social events for members and their families.
Members meet on the second Thursday of the month at the Atholl Hotel.

Contact: George Brand

Cantors

To help lead singing at Mass in Cathedral.

Contact: Donna Kincaid
Refer also to Music page

Cathedral Choir

The Cathedral Choir is made up of Soprano, Alto, Tenor and Bass voices and sings each Sunday at 11.15am Mass. Rehearsals are held at 10.15am in the Chapter Room prior to Mass.
Although we have a core of regular singers we recognise that some people are unable to attend every week. If you are interested in joining us to lead and support the Cathedral Choir please join us at 10.15am on Sunday or you can discuss membership with the Director of Music who can be contacted via the Cathedral office or by the contact form at the bottom of the page.
Refer also to Music page

Children’s Liturgy & RE Classes

Presentation of Sunday liturgy at children’s level aged 5 to 11.
Cathedral 11.15am & 6.00pm Masses on Sunday: Nazareth 9.30am Mass on Sunday.
Sacramental preparation classes for children not at Catholic School.

Contact: Erika Walsh

Divine Mercy Prayer Group

Prayer and spreading the message of Divine Mercy.
Blessed Sacrament Altar, 2.30 – 3.30 Fridays.

Contact: Joan Bews

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion

Commissioned members of the congregation who help with the distribution of Holy Communion at Mass and to the sick and housebound.

Contact: Evelyn Murray

Flower Arrangers

Arranging flowers in the Cathedral.
Usually Thursdays.

Contact: Joan Vicca

Guild of St Stephen

Assisting the celebrant at the altar.
See notice board and bulletin.

Contact: George Brand

Journey of Faith

This is the Church’s way of introducing people who wish to join the Church (those not baptised, and those already Christians) to the teachings and beliefs of the Catholic Church.

Contact: Eileen Grant

Justice & Peace

J&P meets every second and fourth Tuesday of the month: If you are full of ideas, have a thirst for Justice and Peace, please come along!

Contact: Morgiane Richard

Knights of St Columba

Catholic mens’ forum on Catholic action, prayer and community under precepts of charity, unity and friendship.

Contact: Austin Murray

Legion of Mary

The Legion of Mary meet on Thursdays at 5:30pm in the Lower Hall.

Contact: Jide

Mothers' Prayers

Mothers' Prayers was formed to help those mothers who wished to pray together for their children and grandchildren and to find the support they needed.Group meets on alternate saturdays in the Chapter Room.

Contact: katarina

Pass keepers

To deal with the needs of the people at the main Masses in the Cathedral.

Contact: Gordon Webster

Prayer Group of the Magnificat

The prayer group meet on Tuesday evenings at 7.30pm after the evening Mass.

Contact: Jamus and Helen Smith

Readers

Members of the congregation who proclaim the Word of God at Mass.

Contacts: Mary Onu (Saturday Vigil Mass); Ricardo Marioni (Sunday 8.00pm Mass); Fiona Mitchell (Sunday 11.15am Mass); Eileen O'Farrell (Sunday 6.00pm Mass)

Senior Citizens Club

To enjoy talks, musical afternoons etc.

Contact: Winnie Middleton

St. Vincent de Paul Society

Distribution of food, clothing and advice to help the needy.

Contact: Evelyn Murray

Sunday Music Group

As the name implies this group of singers and instrumentalists sing and play every Sunday evening. The group performs a wide range of musical styles.
Rehearsals take place on Thursday evenings from 5.30pm to 7pm and on Sundays from 4.30pm to 6pm in the Upper Hall at 16 Huntly Street.
There is a particular need for musicians at the present time.

Contact: Margaret Spencer

youngchurch4u

Youth Group

Contact: Jennifer Jam
Email: youngchurch4u@gmail.com

Deanery and Diocesan Associations

Scottish Marriage Care

Provision of confidential marital and relationship counselling for couples and individuals; support for those whose marriage or relationships break down.
Short courses for those planning marriage.

Contact: Secretary
Email: smcaberdeen@surefish.co.uk

Newman Association

To provide an opportunity for discussion on religious topics.

Contact: Eileen Grant

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