The Bishops' Conference of Scotland

“Artificial Intelligence and the Wisdom of the Heart” – Pope Francis’ address for the 58th World Day of Social Communications Ahead of the 58th World Day of Social Communications, which will be held on 12 May 2024, Pope Francis released a message on artificial intelligence and the wisdom of the heart. In his message, the Holy Father addresses the profound impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on information, communication, and societal foundations and acknowledges the excitement and disorientation caused by rapid technological innovations, prompting reflections on fundamental questions regarding human nature, uniqueness, and the future of humanity in the era of...

THIS IS OUR FAITH is a significant new document which now governs the teaching of religious education in Scotland’s Catholic schools.  This is the first religious education syllabus to be originated wholly in Scotland and designed to meet the needs of young people in Scotland.  The Holy See’s granting of the Decree of Recognitio to […]

Scottish Government launches consultation on ‘banning conversion practices’ The Scottish Government has launched a consultation on banning what it refers to as “conversion practices.” The Catholic church in Scotland has expressed serious concern about the nature and scope of any such legislation, and a spokesperson has said:  “While the Church supports legislation which protects people from physical and verbal abuse a fundamental pillar of any free society is that the state recognises and respects the right of religious bodies and organisations to be free to teach the fulness of their beliefs and to support, through prayer, counsel and other pastoral...