Local churches
The town of St Andrews and the surrounding area is home to a number of churches and faith communities. Information and contact details are provided below.
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University Chapel
St Salvator’s Chapel serves the whole University community, hosting ecumenical services led by the University Chaplain, Reverend Dr Donald MacEwan and Assistant Chaplain, Revd Giles Dove and Revd Samantha Ferguson.
The Chapel sees a lively schedule of worship, centring on a weekly Sunday liturgy at 11am, during term time, with the renowned St Salvator’s Chapel Choir, congregational hymns and a visiting preacher. An optional service of Holy Communion follows the main liturgy, and refreshments are served each week. Gowns are encouraged, and many members of the congregation can be seen participating in the famous pier walk, which takes place immediately after the service.
The Chapel also holds weekly services of Choral Evensong on Wednesdays and Sundays at 5:30 pm.
Find out more about worship in St Salvator's Chapel.
St Salvator's Chapel
North Street
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KY16 9AHFor contact email and telephone numbers for the Chaplaincy secretaries, University Chaplain, and Assistant Chaplains, please visit the Chaplaincy Contact webpage.
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University Chapel
Nestled within the grounds of St Leonard’s School, this small chapel is a hidden gem that belongs to the University. Compline is held weekly on Thursdays during term time, offering a peaceful space for reflection and prayer. Additionally, regular Orthodox services take place on select Sundays throughout the year, welcoming all who wish to attend.
Discover more about worship in St Leonard's Chapel.
St Leonard's Chapel
The Pends
South Street
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KY16 9QUFor contact email and telephone numbers for the Chaplaincy secretaries, University Chaplain, and Assistant Chaplains, please visit the Chaplaincy Contact webpage.
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Episcopal
All Saints’ Church is an Episcopal/Anglican congregation in the Anglo-Catholic tradition comprised of a friendly community of town and University people. The life of this church is centred around daily prayer and the celebration of the Holy Eucharist. The church is open from morning until evening every day for private prayer and reflection. All are welcome. Find out more about .
North Castle Street
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KY16 9BGFacebook:
Rector: The Rev Canon Dr Alasdair Coles
Phone: +44 (0)1334 47 3193
Email: rector@allsaints-standrews.org.uk
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Cornerstone
Cornerstone ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø is an evangelical church, in the Presbyterian tradition, and part of the United Free Church of Scotland. Cornerstone was birthed out of a passion to see every member of God’s people equipped to be who God made them to be, doing what God made them to do, where God has called them to be - to God’s glory. Discover more about at Cornerstone.
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Church of Scotland
Holy Trinity is a congregation of the Church of Scotland located in the centre of ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø. They are family-focused and welcome students. Holy Trinity Church, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø, is also linked with Boarhills & Dunino. Find out more about information at the Holy Trinity Church.
South Street
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KY16 9NLPhone: +44 (0)1334 47 8317
Email: holytrinitystandrews@gmail.comFacebook:Locum Minister: Revd Marion Paton
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Vineyard
The Kingdom Vineyard is a church that exists to help people make connections with God. Meeting weekly on Sunday mornings, with smaller meetings during the week in people’s homes. At both types of meetings, we seek ‘a real meeting with God and with each other', through worship, prayer, Bible study, social events, care for one another and for our community. Discover more about .
Phone: +44 (0)1334 47 4940
Email: office@kingdomvineyard.com
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Greek Orthodox
All are welcomed to experience the rich traditions of the Eastern Orthodox Church here in the town during Liturgy Services in the University Chapel of St Leonard, situated near the cathedral. The small but active congregation is made up of both local people and students and welcomes all who wish to participate in their life of worship and prayer. Find out more about Orthodox Liturgies.
St Leonard's Chapel
South Street
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KY16 9QUPriest: The Very Rev Archimandrite Avraamy Neyman
Phone: +44 (0)1382 29 3733
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Religious Society of Friends
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Quaker Meeting warmly welcomes visitors and those curious about Quaker worship. Our Meetings for Worship are rooted in a profound silence—a silence of listening and waiting. Within this sacred space, both silent reflection and spoken ministry are valued. Anyone is free to speak, to pray or read aloud, provided it arises from a genuine prompting of the spirit during the gathering. After the meeting, we invite you to stay for refreshments and conversation, where you will be warmly welcomed into our community. Discover more about .
Friends Meeting House
2 Howard Place
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KY16 9HLEmail: outreach@quaker.org.uk
Local contacts- Lesley Stevenson, ls@st-andrews.ac.uk
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RCCG City of Joy
RCCG City of Joy ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø is dedicated to sharing the love of God and the Gospel of Christ within the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø community. Through regular gatherings filled with warmth, unity, and faith, they foster a caring Christian community committed to supporting one another while extending kindness and service to those around them. Discover more about their .
Victory Memorial Hall
St Marys Place (Opposite Students' Union Building)
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KY16 9XEEmail: info@rccgstandrews.org.uk
Phone: 07776797593
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Baptist
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Baptist Church is a growing evangelical congregation with a mixture of ages and is delighted to have many students worshipping with them, both undergraduate and postgraduate. The church has a heart to share the Good News of the Gospel of Jesus Christ with the town. Sunday services take place in their South Street building and are streamed online. Discover more about at ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Baptist Church.
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123 South Street
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KY16 9EWPhone: +44 (0)1334 47 2285Facebook:
Minister:
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Episcopal
St Andrew’s Episcopal Church is situated in the heart of the town and is part of the worldwide Anglican Communion of Churches. There is a mixed congregation from many different walks of life, discovering together what it means to worship, love and serve God in the power of the Holy Spirit, to grow up together into the fullness of the stature of Christ, and to love those whom God has given us: fellow-Christians, neighbours, co-workers, and strangers. All are welcome to join.
Queens Terrace
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KY16 9QFPhone: +44 (0)1334 473344
Email: office.stasstas@gmail.com Facebook:Rector: The Very Revd Prof Trevor Hart
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Free Church
passion is to know Jesus and make him known. Made up of people of all ages and stages of life and from many different nationalities; a mixture of local residents and students; a combination of young believers, mature Christians and those investigating the Christian faith for the very first time. Discover more about at ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Free Church.
Email: church@standrewsfreechurch.co.uk
Facebook:Senior Minister: Paul Clarke
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Roman Catholic
St James' Church, the Catholic parish of ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø, offers worship steeped in the rich traditions of the universal Catholic liturgy. Situated on the Scores, its peaceful garden boasts breathtaking views of the sea, beach, and rolling hills beyond. Join our welcoming parish community in celebrating Mass every Sunday and daily throughout the week, where the reverence of worship and the central significance of the Eucharist are deeply upheld. Confession is available on Wednesdays and Saturdays, and Father Michael, our parish priest, is available for guidance on other sacraments. Discover more about and at St James' Church.
St James' Church
The Scores
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KY16 9ARPhone: +44 (0)1334 472856
Email: office.stjamesstandrews@staned.org.ukWeb:Priest and Honorary Catholic Chaplain: Monsignor Patrick Burke
Phone: +44 (0)1334 47 2856
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Church of Scotland
St Leonard’s Parish Church, often regarded as the hidden gem among ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø churches, warmly welcomes all with its inclusive and family-centered congregation. Rooted in the Presbyterian tradition, it fosters a strong sense of fellowship and community. Discover more about services and events at St Leonard’s Church.
Donaldson Gardens
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KY16 9DNPhone: 07871 871740
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Church of Scotland
St Mark's Church (formerly Hope Park and Martyrs Church) is a merger of two congregations, linked with Strathkinness Parish Church. There are a number of clubs and groups which students are warmly welcomed to join. Find out more about
St Mary's Place
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KY16 9UYPhone: +44 (0)1334 47 8411
Email: admin@stmarksparishchurch.orgFacebook:Locum Minister: Rev Dr Janet Foggie
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Latter Day Saints
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) offers a refuge from the chaos of everyday life. Attending church services gives time to focus on worshipping God and loving our neighbours. It’s a spiritual recharge and a perfect way to help keep Jesus front and centre in our lives. Discover more about at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Bingham Terrace
Dundee
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Methodist
Dundee Methodists are part of the , belong to the Synod of the , and are part of the . Worship takes place most Sundays at 11am. Find out more about worship Dundee via link provided below.
17 Roseangle
Dundee, DD1 4LP
Minister: Rev Andrew Baker
Phone: +44 (0)141 959 7951
Local Contract: Revd Dr Sue Jansen
Dr Sue Jansen is a retired Methodist minister with wide-ranging ecumenical and international contacts. She spent 15 years working in Latin America, 5 in Peru and 10 in Argentina. Her research interests are in the field of liberation theology within Latin America. Students are welcome to contact her by phone 07849 398553 -
Unitarian Christian
Dundee Unitarians are a community that exists to celebrate and explore the meaning of life and encourage freedom of thought by giving respect to all religions and philosophies. Everyone is welcome to join us irrespective of gender, faith, ethnicity or sexuality. Find out more about .
Dudhope Street
Dundee
DD1 1JTPhone: 07759 965955
Local contact
Rev Dr Rob Whiteman
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Baptist
Cupar Baptist Church are ordinary people who believe, through faith in God, that Jesus Christ, being the Son of God is our personal Saviour. They offer a Junior Church, Care Home Chaplaincy, and work with their Mission Partner BMS World Mission. Service begins at 10:30 every Sunday Morning. Everyone is welcome, no matter what stage you are in your faith. Find out more about who we are at .
Cupar Baptist Church SCIO
79 Bonnygate
Cupar
KY15 4BYPastor: Rev Yeshwanth Bakka Vemana
Email: pastoryesh@gmail.com
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Church of Scotland
Cupar Old Parish is a Church of Scotland Christian community who come together to worship either on a Sunday in the morning and evenings at the Church Centre. Further information on Worship and other activities are available on the webpage.
Cupar Old Parish Church
Kirkgate
Cupar
KY15 5ALMinister: Rev Jeff Martin
Tel: 01334 656181
Email: jmartin@churchofscotland.org.uk
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Catholic
St. Columba's is a circular, harled building with a distinctive, Scottish slate roof and chimney spire. It consists of a circular nave with a flat-roofed porch to the northwest of the building. The complex extends to the southeast by a flat-roofed corridor which leads to annex buildings. Information on services and Mass are available on the webpage.
St Columba's Catholic Church
Ashlar Lane
Cupar
KY15 5AXPriest: Very Rev Mgr Patrick J. Provost McInally
Tel: 01334 209867
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Scottish Episcopal
St James The Great, in partnership with St Mary's in Ladybank are part of the worldwide Anglican community within the Diocese of ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø, Dunkeld and Dunblane. All are welcome to church services where tea and coffee is served every Sunday after service. Further information on services at both churches can be found on the webpage.
St James the Great
16 Catherine Street
Cupar
KY15 4HHMinister: Revd Sarah Miller
Tel: 01334 796052