Get Involved
ST Michael and All Saints is sustained by the generous offerings of time and skill from its congregation. Every aspect of the church depends on volunteers dedicated to its life and mission. These contributions, whether visible or behind the scenes, are at the heart of what makes the church a place of worship, service, and community.
In the Christian tradition, ministry is not reserved for a select few but is a calling shared by all the baptised. The Apostle Paul describes the Church as a body, with each member playing a vital role. Contributing time and talents to the life of the church is not just practical—it is an expression of faith and a way of participating in God’s work.
There are countless opportunities to get involved. Offering time and skills is one of the ways people live out their faith and turn the shared responsibility of church life into something real. Some examples include:
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Serving at the altar or assisting with liturgical preparation.
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Singing in the choir or helping with music-related projects.
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Coordinating food donations for initiatives like St Salvador’s Community Food Pantry.
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Welcoming visitors or offering hospitality at events.
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Caring for the church building and its grounds.
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Assisting with communications, such as website updates or social media.
CONTRIBUTIONS from congregation members make a meaningful difference to the church and its mission. To explore how you might offer your time or skills, speak with someone involved in something you’re curious about or contact the Volunteer Coordinator. Acts of service like these strengthen the community and reflect the call to be Christ’s hands and feet.
Contact the Volunteer Coordinator using this form. →
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.
Latest Sermons
Listen to recent sermons and reflections.
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)