Chaplaincy, University of St Andrews

Chaplaincy, University of St Andrews The University of St Andrews Chaplaincy provides guidance and support to all students and staff regardless of their faith or philosophy of life.

The Chaplain to the University is Revd Dr Donald MacEwan. The Chaplaincy is a University department which enhances the life and experience of students and staff in all sorts of ways. We offer worship in the beautiful medieval chapels on Sundays, weekdays, Christmas, graduation, andother times of year. The Chaplaincy team offer pastoral care for any student or member of staff, regardless of faith o

r philosophy of life. This could be a sympathetic, confidential listening ear, support in emotional issues, a safe place to explore questions of faith or sexuality, someone to talk to in a crisis, or support when all else fails. To arrange to meet Donald, the Chaplain, email him on [email protected]. To meet with one of the Assistant Chaplains, contact Samantha on [email protected], or Bill on [email protected] or email the secretaries on [email protected] or call 01334 462866 or drop by the Chaplaincy. We support people of different faiths, providing honorary chaplains, space in the Chaplaincy building (called Mansefield, across from the Union), and we sponsor the Interfaith Steering Group, which runs wonderfully stimulating events. We have a range of facilities available for both student groups and individuals, including small and large meeting rooms, kitchen, garden, and quiet meditation/prayer spaces. Should you or your group wish to book any of our facilities please contact the Chaplaincy secretaries who will be happy to assist you.

01/09/2026
This group is open to anyone who is grieving—whether your loss is recent or something you continue to carry from the pas...
01/09/2026

This group is open to anyone who is grieving—whether your loss is recent or something you continue to carry from the past. We offer dedicated events for both staff and students. It offers an opportunity to find common ground with others if you are feeling isolated and alone and is a safe place to discuss and share various aspects of grief.

Congratulations to Leonie Grosse Osterdahl, our summer intern, who finished her time with us on Friday. In four short we...
01/09/2026

Congratulations to Leonie Grosse Osterdahl, our summer intern, who finished her time with us on Friday. In four short weeks, she produced 23 (yes, twenty-three!) podcasts for the Chaplaincy. In short interviews with students, honorary chaplains, academics, Sam, Bill and me, the podcasts explore faith and faith societies, storytelling, music, the environment, gender, science & religion, ministry, grief, humanism and student engagement with the Chaplaincy. Find the episodes which are now live on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - just search for University of St Andrews Chaplaincy. Thank you Leonie - and all the contributors!

Explore our worship webpage, 'Preachers and Sermons’ for the complete schedule of upcoming Sunday Worship services. 🔗Lin...
31/08/2026

Explore our worship webpage, 'Preachers and Sermons’ for the complete schedule of upcoming Sunday Worship services. 🔗Link in Bio

Graduation Thanksgiving ServicesSt Salvator’s Chapel, North Streetwith St Salvator's Chapel ChoirMonday 29 June, 1pmPrea...
29/05/2026

Graduation Thanksgiving Services
St Salvator’s Chapel, North Street
with St Salvator's Chapel Choir

Monday 29 June, 1pm
Preacher: Richard Michael BEM, Jazz Instructor and DMus honorand

Tuesday 30 June, 9:30am
Preacher: Professor Caroline Walker Bynum, Historian and DLitt honorand

Wednesday 1 July, 9:30am
Preacher: Revd Dr Donald MacEwan, University Chaplain

Thursday 2 July, 9:30am
Preacher: Revd Dr Adam Carlill, recently retired Vicar, Benefice Tilehurst St George and St Mary Magdalen

Friday 3 July, 9:30am
Preacher: Billy Kay, writer and honorary DLitt graduate

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Graduation Compline Service
Tuesday 30 June, 10pm
St Leonard’s Chapel, The Pends

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Graduation Week Concert by St Salvator’s Chapel Choir
Thursday 2 July, 5:30 to 6:15pm
St Salvator’s Chapel, North Street

29/05/2026
This group is open to anyone who is grieving—whether your loss is recent or something you continue to carry from the pas...
22/05/2026

This group is open to anyone who is grieving—whether your loss is recent or something you continue to carry from the past. We offer dedicated events for both staff and students - student events will resume in September. It offers an opportunity to find common ground with others if you are feeling isolated and alone and is a safe place to discuss and share various aspects of grief.

Congratulations to Harry McCabe, Facilities Support Team Leader (that’s Senior Janitor in everyday English), who was on ...
18/05/2026

Congratulations to Harry McCabe, Facilities Support Team Leader (that’s Senior Janitor in everyday English), who was on duty at a Sunday Chapel Service yesterday for the last time after 25 years! Harry looks forward to a well-earned retirement over the summer. He is pictured here with the visiting preacher Revd Canon Justin White, Sam and me. We will miss his obliging nature and good sense in looking after St Salvator’s Chapel for services, weddings, funerals and more. Enjoy your retirement, Harry!

Check out our Worship webpage for the latest service schedule. Want to connect with a Chaplaincy Group or attend an eve...
14/05/2026

Check out our Worship webpage for the latest service schedule. Want to connect with a Chaplaincy Group or attend an event? Head to the Events and Groups webpage for further details. 🔗 Both webpage links are available in Bio. Discover our full Events lineup on Instagram—click image below.

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07/05/2026

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