The Celtic Church In Scotland or the CCIS as otherwise known is a Celtic Christian Church headed by our current Bishop Primus, the Most Rev. Bishop Norman McLeod. more...
The Celtic Order of Saint Adamnan (COSA) trains and recruits monks and clergy under the watchful eye of its Abbot, The Right Reverend Julian Roche. more...
Rule of Cosa
Our Rule is an interpretation of the 6th century Rule of St. Columba
- 1. Do not do things that please others but do not please God.
- 2. As far as possible imitate Christ and the Apostles.
- 3. Pray in a quiet and private place.
- 4. Develop spiritual relationships with mature Christian men and women.
- 5. Keep away from those who delight in gossip or criticism.
- 6. Do not confide in people who are lazy or cannot control their tongues.
- 7. Be submissive to those God has put in authority over you.
- 8. Be prepared to die for the faith.
- 9. Be disciplined, organised and methodical in all that you do.
- 10. Forgive your enemies and pray for them.
- 11. Spend some time regularly each day in prayer, good work and reading the Bible.
- 12. Help those in need.
- 13. Neither overeat, oversleep or speak more than you have to.
- 14. Love God with all your heart and strength.
- 15. Love your neighbour as yourself.
The Celtic Apostolic Church
The Most Rev. Bishop Norman MacLeod (right) heads the Celtic Apostolic Church
Our clergy are also committed to researching the old manuscripts and, where possible and practicable, revive the ancient rites.
Candidates who are called to serve within the Church, study with a view to being an ordained Deacon or Priest are automatically members of COSA. When one is an ordained Priest, they become full clergy of the Celtic Apostolic Church (CAC). We will also accept woman in becoming fully ordain members of the clergy.
Please note that The Celtic Church in Scotland will not bless or officiate in same sex civil partnerships or marriages.
Services
The Celtic Apostolic Church (CAC) offer the full range of services you would expect from a Church, through the Church's own clergy. These include:
- Baptism
- Naming Ceremonies
- Communion
- Confirmation
- Confession
- Handfasting & Marriages
- Funerals
Your local Church will also hold regular church services. To find out details of Church services please contact your local diocese.
The Celtic Order of St Adamnan
The Celtic Order of Saint Adamnan (COSA) trains and recruits monks and clergy under the watchful eye of its Abbot, The Right Reverend Julian Roche.
As Abbot of the teaching order, Right Rev. Julian interviews those who feel called to Holy Orders and undertakes police checks, etc before 'laying on of hands' (signifying admittance to the order), can take place. He then instructs the Brother or Sister in the practical aspects of becoming a Deacon and/or a Priest, before they become full clergy of the Celtic Apostolic Church.
If you are interested in joining the Celtic Order of St. Adamnan, you should take some time to read over the Rule of Cosa, and then contact The Celtic Church In The Scotland.