Chaplaincy

Honorary International Chaplains, Yushin and Fumi from Japan Desk Scotland, will be delighted to welcome you to the Interfaith Room on Tuesdays 12-2pm for Calligraphy as meditation from August - November 2024.

August: 6, 13, 20, 27

September: 3, 10, 17, 24

October: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

November: 5, 12, 19, 26  

All materials provided.

To find the Interfaith Room: from the West Quadrangle, enter door adjacent to the Chapel (where the Chaplaincy welcome sign is), then turn immediate left and down the stairs. We look forward to seeing you!

Calligraphy as Meditation

The Inter-faith Chaplaincy is delighted to welcome you to an informal welcome event for Rev Scott Blythe in the Memorial Chapel on Thursday 12 September at 5pm.

As you may be aware, the University recently announced the appointment of Reverend Scott Blythe as the new lead University Chaplain.

Scott is a Minister of the Church of Scotland with over twenty years’ experience of working within ministry in a variety of roles. Scott is an alumnus of the University of Glasgow, currently working in the Parish of Netherlee and Stamperland.  He has extensive ecumenical experience, directing programs at a retreat centre, working with local multi faith partnerships and providing Chaplaincy support in a Hospice and HE setting. 

Scott has worked with young people in diverse communities across London, Scotland and the United States.  His compassionate, relational and ecumenical approach to ministry and his ability to connect with people from all walks of life make him a wonderful addition to our UoG community.  

As Chaplain, Reverend Blythe will provide spiritual support and guidance, leading our community of volunteer chaplains and faith contacts to provide opportunities for worship and faith-based activities. His vision for an ecumenical, accessible and engaging chaplaincy aligns perfectly with our commitment to fostering an inclusive, vibrant and supportive home for students during their studies at UoG.  

Speaking about the appointment, Scott said: “I am so pleased to be the next Chaplain to the University of Glasgow. It’s quite amazing for me to be returning to where I graduated in Divinity a few years ago, and to be taking on this fantastic role of providing spiritual care to the diverse and exciting community that is the University.  

“I think I will be wandering around and pinching myself as I begin - so please be gentle with me as I settle!” 

We are excited to welcome Reverend Blythe to our team at UoG and look forward to the positive impact he will have on our community. Please join us in extending a warm welcome. 

For any questions or further information, please contact chaplaincy@glasgow.ac.uk.  

NEW! Starting this semester on 16 September at 6pm.

The Tranquility Zone is a calm, meditative space for UofG students and staff amongst the busyness of campus life. Join us to listen to relaxing instrumental music and hear inspirational quotations on the theme for the evening (such as love, truthfulness, generosity). You can bring your own quotations to share, or simply listen to others. Following this, you’re invited to have a cup of tea, some light refreshments and uplifting conversations about what you’ve just heard.

Each session will be led by Dr Cosma Gottardi, our Honorary Bahá’í Chaplain and will be held in room 259 of the Inter-faith Chaplaincy offices (entering the main Gilbert Scott building via the Lion and Unicorn staircase on Professors’ Square).

For more information, please contact chaplaincy@glasgow.ac.uk

This walking tour is being run by the International Student Support team along with the Inter-faith Chaplaincy. 

Open to international students of all faiths (or none). One of the University Chaplains and student leaders of campus faith societies will give you a tour of places of worship, reflection and prayer on campus before meeting back at the Chaplaincy to eat pizza!

Please see the International Student Support Team Welcome Week schedule for booking details:

https://www.gla.ac.uk/international/support/welcomeeventschedule/#d.en.1091754

For more information, please contact roz.lawson@glasgow.ac.uk

Join us for an evening of interfaith dialogue in partnership with Interfaith Glasgow and the TRS (Theology & Religious Studies) Community!

The evening will start with some light refreshments from 5.30-6pm, before exploring texts from the Muslim, Jewish and Christian traditions on the theme of the Creation of Humankind from 6-8pm.

Enjoy meaningful discussions, share your perspective, and learn from others in a welcoming, inclusive space.

Spaces are limited - register now! This is an 'open' event, and everyone is welcome, regardless of religious or non-religious background. Don't miss out! 

https://events.com/r/en_US/registration/scriptural-reasoning-the-creation-of-humankind-glasgow-september-946562

Death Cafe offers the opportunity to UoG students to talk about all things connected with death and dying. We meet in a small group in the rear of the Memorial Chapel, drink tea and coffee, eat cake and chat. One of the University Chaplains will facilitate the conversation. You are welcome to join us!

Following our October meeting, future Death Cafe dates for semester 1 are:

Thursday 7 November, 1.30-2.30pm

Thursday 5 December, 1.30-2.30pm