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THERE aren’t many other places like St Michael and All Saints. The richness of its liturgy, the splendour of its music, and the attention to every detail make it extraordinary.
     Many who come to St Michael and All Saints say they leave with a renewed sense of purpose or a deeper awareness of God’s presence. The experience often creates a lasting bond to this place and the people in it.
     St Michael and All Saints houses a community that deeply cares for one another and for the world. 

Why Give to St Michael and All Saints?

GIVING expresses a belief in the importance of what happens here. It supports a church where people encounter God and connect with others on the journey of faith.
     Every contribution sustains the ministry and mission of St Michael and All Saints—whether by maintaining the physical space, supporting the vibrant music programme, or enabling the work of care and outreach. The support of people like you helps bring hope and healing to all who come here.
     Consider making a gift today to support this church.

Legacy Giving

LEGACY giving offers a way to ensure that St Michael and All Saints continues its work for generations to come. Those whose lives have been shaped by the worship, ministry, and community of this church can help secure its future by including it in their wills.
     Such gifts provide long-term support, sustaining the liturgy, music, and outreach that define St Michael and All Saints. Through a legacy gift, you leave a mark of faith, ensuring others can encounter the same hope and beauty that have been meaningful in your own life.

To learn more about leaving a legacy, use the contact form and select “Legacy Giving” from the dropdown menu. →

Friends of St Michael and All Saints

EDINBURGH is a city that welcomes people for many reasons—work, study, or other opportunities. For some, that time includes worshipping at St Michael and All Saints. Even when folk move on, the connection to this church often remains strong.
     Many who have worshipped here continue to support the church from afar, becoming part of the “Friends of St Michael and All Saints”. Friends stay connected to a place that has meant so much to them, receiving news from the church, invitations to special events, and opportunities to participate in online retreats.
     Each year, the church celebrates a Friends of St Michael and All Saints Mass, where Friends are prayed for by name. Through their generosity, Friends help to sustain the life and mission of this church, ensuring it remains a place of faith, beauty, and hope for all. 

To enquire about becoming a Friend of St Michael and All Saints, use the contact form and select “Friends” from the dropdown menu. →

How to Give

FINANCIAL contributions are essential to sustaining the worship, ministry, and mission of St Michael and All Saints. Your support makes all the difference.

There are several ways to give:

All contributions—monetary and otherwise—play an important role in the life of the church. This section of the website is focused on the crucial aspect of financial giving. If you’re interested in volunteering—offering your time and talents—there is another section of this website dedicated to ways you can get involved.

Learn more about ways to get involved. →
For questions about giving, use the contact form and select “How to Give” from the dropdown menu. →

Thank You

EVERY gift matters. Your generosity sustains the life and mission of St Michael and All Saints, ensuring this sacred place continues to inspire worship and nurture faith for generations to come.

Mass Times

Sunday • 10:30 High Mass
A service with choral music, organ, incense, bells, and elaborate ritual  Read more →

Wednesday • 11:00 Low Mass (Lady Chapel)

First Saturday of each month • 12:30 Rosary Mass

Celebrate the Sacred Seasons

ST Michael and All Saints invites you to mark some of the most significant moments of the liturgical year with special services featuring glorious music from one of the finest choirs in the city, vibrant Anglo-Catholic liturgy, and preaching that speaks to the heart. These services are true highlights of the calendar, offering excellent opportunities for reflection and celebration. Whether you’re a frequent attendee or joining for a special occasion, these events are sure to inspire.

Readings & Music for Lent

Sun 16 Mar • 15:00

Take time to reflect this Lent through an evening of readings and music that showcases the qualities of this soul-searching season. It’s an invitation to pause, listen, and be still.

Maundy Thursday

Thurs 17 Apr • 19:30

One of the most dramatic and moving evenings of the year, Maundy Thursday takes you from the intimacy of the Last Supper to the stark moment of abandonment. As the story unfolds, the powerful liturgy, accompanied by exquisite music, will draw you into a profound and unforgettable experience.

Good Friday

Fri 18 Apr • 12:00

In a fast-paced world, this Three-Hour Vigil invites you to slow down. Experience the day’s depth through powerful readings, thought-provoking preaching, moving music, and moments of silence for reflection.

Easter Vigil

Sat 19 Apr • 21:00

Celebrate new beginnings. Just when the sun has vanished, a sacred mystery unfolds: a light shines in darkness. This uplifting tradition brings hope and celebrates the joy of resurrection.

Pentecost Vigil

Sat 7 Jun • 18:00 content

Mark the moment when a wind of change swept through the world, igniting the Christian movement. This celebration of Pentecost embraces new possibilities with fiery music. Afterwards, enjoy a reception in the Cloisters Bar next door.

‘O sacrum convivium’

Sun 22 Jun • 18:00

A concert within the Octave of Corpus Christi celebrates devotion to the Blessed Sacrament through music. Experience moving settings of devotional texts alongside stirring organ compositions. This journey through themes of faith offers profound contemplation of the sacred mysteries.

Assumption Evensong

Sat 16 Aug • 16:00

Celebrate Marian devotion in the inimitable Anglo-Catholic tradition, featuring flower petals, processions, and the grandest of grand choral music. The concluding service of Edinburgh’s Festival of the Sacred Arts offers a moment to be inspired.

Come-and-Sing Evensong and Benediction

Sat 27 Sep • 17:00 

Embrace the beauty of Catholic ritual, no matter your tradition. Slip on some proverbial lace for the occasion and join a fabulous Come-and-Sing event. A full choir rehearsal precedes the service. Sign up online to participate.

Advent Carol Service

Sun 30 Nov • 18:00

Enter the season of Advent through a dramatic and awe-inspiring service, filled with candlelight, stirring choral music, and readings, drawing all who attend into a profound sense of waiting and wonder.

Nine Lessons & Carols

Sun 21 Dec • 18:00

Celebrate the Christmas story through the beloved Service of Nine Lessons and Carols. Scripture readings and carols recount the journey from creation to the birth of Christ. The service, accompanied by exceptional choral music, offers a moment of reflection, joy, and a deep connection to the true meaning of Christmas.

9 March 2025

‘A Reasonable Temptation’ • Sermon preached by the Revd Oliver Brewer-Lennon on the 1st Sunday of Lent (Luke 4:1-13)

5 March 2025

‘More than great television’ • Sermon preached by the Revd Oliver Brewer-Lennon on Ash Wednesday (Matthew 6:1-6, 16-21)

16 February 2025

‘The Beatitudes aren’t reassuring’ • Sermon preached by the Revd Oliver Brewer-Lennon on the 6th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Luke 6:17-26)

2 February 2025

‘Presbyopia’ • Sermon preached by the Revd Oliver Brewer-Lennon on the Presentation of the Lord (Luke 2.22-40)

26 January 2025

‘Whose story is it?’ • Sermon preached by the Revd Oliver Brewer-Lennon on the 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time (Luke 4.14-21)

29 December 2024

‘How to be a holy family’ • Sermon preached by the Revd Oliver Brewer-Lennon on the Feast of the Holy Family (Luke 2:41-52)

25 December 2024

‘Christmas Clickbait’ • Sermon preached by the Revd Oliver Brewer-Lennon on Christmas Day 2024 (Luke 2:1-14)

24 December 2024

‘His eyes—how they twinkled!’ • Sermon preached by the Revd Oliver Brewer-Lennon at Midnight Mass 2024 (John 1:1-14)