Mass with no child noises? Never again, please
A few years ago I was in a supermarket when a woman approached me. She…
Welcome to St John’s, Portobello
A warm and welcoming Catholic parish in the heart of Portobello, united with our sister parish of St Mary Magdalene’s, Bingham.
Come exactly as you are.
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A Place of Welcome, Faith, and Community
St John the Evangelist is a historic Catholic parish serving the people of Portobello and the surrounding area in Edinburgh. Together with our sister parish of St Mary Magdalene’s, Bingham, we strive to be a place of prayer, friendship, and care for all. Whether you are visiting for the first time, returning after some time away, or simply seeking a peaceful place to reflect, you are very welcome here.
A Warm Welcome
St John’s and St Mary Magdalene’s are communities where everyone is invited to feel at home. You don’t need to know what to do or where to sit — just come as you are. We hope this website gives you a sense of who we are, and we would love to welcome you in person.
Beauty, History & Peace
Whether you are visiting Portobello Beach, exploring Edinburgh’s architectural heritage, or simply seeking a peaceful place for prayer and reflection, you are very welcome here.
Watch Our Services Online
All liturgical services are livestreamed, with cameras focused on the sanctuary and worship area.
If you have any questions, call 0131 669 5447.
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Someone to watch over me
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Scraping the barrel
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Just add water
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I’ll name that tune in one
As David Bowie and Bing Crosby shared Peace on Earth/Little Drummer Boy on the 1977…
All that we leave behind
Antoine Lavoisier’s law of conservation of mass states that matter cannot be created or destroyed,…
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