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
Ascension Day
There will be a Choral Mass for the Feast of the Ascension at 7.30 pm on 14 May 2026 – music from the Cathedral Choir.
Rough Guide to St Mary’s
For anyone interested in hearing more about the congregation. Includes behind the scenes tour – 17 May 2026
Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi will be celebrated on 4 June 2026 at 7.30 pm. Glorious procession with scattered rose petals and communion for all.
Coming Up
Bradford Cathedral Choir Visit
The choir of Bradford Cathedral led by Geoff Woollatt will be singing at the services at 11 am and 5 pm on the Feast of Pentecost – 24 May 2026
Art Exhibition
The Cathedral will be open for an Art Exhibition by the Friday Art Group from 23 – 31 May 2026
University Chapel Choir Visit
The Chapel Choir of the University of Glasgow will be singing a joint service with the choir of St Mary’s at Choral Evensong on 7 June 2026 for Columbatide.
Baptism
The next opportunity for baptism/christenings is on the Feast of Pentecost 24 May 2026. Contact the cathedral office using the Baptism Enquiry Form.
Ordination Service
The Diocesan Ordination Service takes place on 20 June 2026 at 11 pm. White stole for clergy.
Bach Cantata Concert
Frikki Walker will be conducting two wonderful Bach cantatas in a concert in aid of the An Organ for Glasgow project on 27 June 2026 at 7 pm
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
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.
Service Times
Sunday Services
9 am – Plainsong Eucharist – with Cantor
11 am – Sung Eucharist with refreshments afterwards
5 pm – Choral Evensong
11 am on the first Sunday in the month – Nigerian Style Service at 1464 Shettleston Road, G32 9AL
Monday – Saturday
9.30 am – Morning Prayer – Eucharist on some Feast Days
11 am – Tuesdays – Eucharist every week
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.