If you have not been to St Mary’s before – don’t worry; it is easier than you think. There’s full details here.
Welcome
Who we are
As a diverse congregation, St Mary’s aspires to being a community which is open, inclusive and welcoming.
What we believe
Christianity is a world-wide faith of people who follow Jesus Christ. St Mary’s is a local expression of something much bigger.
What’s on
Rough Guide to St Mary’s
For anyone interested in hearing more about the congregation. Includes behind the scenes tour – 20 September 2026
Big Myths
Three sessions from the Provost on 3 Big Myths from the first chapters of Genesis. 27 September and 4 and 11 October at 12.45 pm
Blessing of the animals
This year’s blessing of the animals will be on 3 October 2026 at 10.30 am. Companion animals and their humans all welcome.
Coming Up
Confirmation
The liturgy of Confirmation ‘confirms’ promises made at baptism. It’s a way of claiming the Christian faith as one’s own. Anyone wishing to explore what this means, should indicate interest in participating in a series of classes that will be taking place soon.
Info
Young Adults & Students
A group of Young Adults worship at St Mary’s, some of whom participate in the following additional activities as well…
– 20s & 30s/Young Adults Bible Study at St Mary’s – happens every fortnight.
– Rosary Prayer Group – fortnightly on a Wednesday
– Activities at the Chaplaincy of the University of Glasgow – https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/chaplaincy/ and https://ugac.online/
– The Village – a weekly social space for young adults in the Diocese of Glasgow and Galloway
Service Times
Sunday Services
9 am – Plainsong Eucharist – with Cantor
11 am – Sung Eucharist with music from the Cathedral choir, young church and refreshments afterwards
5 pm – Choral Evensong
Monday – Saturday
9.30 am – Morning Prayer – Eucharist on some Feast Days
11 am – Tuesdays – Eucharist every week
Doors Open
St Mary’s is participating in Glasgow’s Doors Open Days from 17 – 20 September 2026.
Open to visitors as follows:
10 am – 3.30 pm Thursday 17 September 2026
10 am – 3.30 pm Friday 18 September 2026
10 am – 3.30 pm Saturday 19 September 2026
12.30 pm – 3 pm Sunday 20 September 2026
Anglican Communion
St Mary’s Cathedral is the Cathedral Church of the Diocese of Glasgow and Galloway in the Scottish Episcopal Church. All churches of the Scottish Episcopal Church are part of the Anglican Communion. St Mary’s is composed of people who have previous experience of many religious backgrounds.
Organ Project
St Mary’s is currently engaged in an exciting project to restore and install a fine Willis pipe organ. More information: An Organ for Glasgow
Congregational Roll 2025-2026
Congregational Roll Form – please fill in this form if you wish to be included in the congregational roll for 2025-2026.
YouTube Channel
St Mary’s Cathedral has a YouTube Channel with services and forum conversations, which can be found here: YouTube Channel
University of Glasgow
The Provost and Vice Provost are the Honorary Anglican Chaplains at the University of Glasgow. Read more about what’s happening here.
Safeguarding Information
Safeguarding information can be found on the Safeguarding Page https://thecathedral.org.uk/safeguarding/
Safe Space
As a diverse congregation, St Mary’s aspires to being a community which is open, inclusive and welcoming.