The City of Perth, Scotland has a long history of religious diversity.
The city became a significant religious centre with the establishment of several ecclesiastical buildings, including the burgh kirk of St. John the Baptist (St. John's Kirk), the houses of the Dominicans (Blackfriars), Observantine Franciscans (Greyfriars), and Perth Charterhouse, Scotland's only Carthusian Priory.
The Dominicans came in 1231, and were known as the Blackfriars because of the color of their clothing. The Carmelites (Whitefriars) came to Perth in 1260, and the Franciscans (Greyfriars) arrived in 1460.
Over the centuries, the city has been home to various religions, and that remains the case, including some quite old church buildings, yet still in use. Some of Perth's older churches include St. John's Kirk, Kinnoull Parish Church, St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church, St. Ninian's Cathedral, St. John the Baptist Episcopal Church, St. Mary's Monastery, Perth North Church, Scott Street Methodist Church, St. Matthew's Church, St. Leonard's-in-the-Fields Church, Congregational Church of Perth, and Free Presbyterian Church.
There are several newer churches and other places of worship, as well.
Regardless of the particular religion, denomination, or sect, churches, mosques, or other places of worship or ministry in Perth, Scotland is the focus of this category, as are other topics related to belief, faith, religion, or spirituality in Perth.
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The independent, autonomous, Baptist congregation meets at its facilities in Perth, Scotland. The church uses the King James Version of the Bible, and the reasons for this are discussed on its website, along with its regular meeting schedules, a calendar of upcoming programmes and events, its children's and youth programmes, and information about contributing to the church. Its location, address, leadership, telephone number, and an email address are provided.
https://bbcperth.co.uk/
The church dates back to at least 1361, although it was rebuilt in 1779, demolished in 1826, and rebuilt again in 1827, although the remains of the earlier church can be seen in its northern wall. Sunday worship is held each Sunday, with services beginning at 10:30 am, which are also live-streamed. Its location, a map, and contacts are published on the site, which includes public notices, programme announcements, affiliated organizations, photographs, and a blog.
http://www.kinnoullparishchurch.co.uk/
Affiliated with the Free Church of Scotland, Knox Church was formed in 2002 when the congregations of Aberfeldy, Glenlyon, Pitlochry, and Perth were united under the name of Perth and Pitlochry Free Church, which was later shortened to Knox Church Perth. The history and an overview of the Free Church of Scotland and the local congregation are provided, along with worship and programme schedules, sermon series, stand-alone sermons, letters from the minister, and contacts.
https://www.knoxchurchperth.com/
Also known as St. Ninian's Cathedral, Perth Cathedral is a cathedral of the Scottish Episcopal Church in the Diocese of St, Andrews, Dunkeld and Dunblane. Its regular service times are published on the site, along with information about visiting, joining, or volunteering at the church. Its history, ministry team, and "Cathedral News," a monthly magazine are featured, and its address, telephone number, email address, and an online contact form are included.
https://perthcathedral.co.uk/
The congregation's roots in Perth, Perth and Kinross, Scotland go back to 1794, although its current building was opened for use in 1899, and is a union of churches from the Congregational and Evangelical Union background. Its location and contacts are published on the site, along with its history, a statement of vision and values, and information about ways to get involved in the work of the church. An introduction to the church's minister is provided, and a calendar of events is included.
https://www.perthcongregationalchurch.org.uk/
Founded in 1747, Perth North Church became part of the Church of Scotland in 1929. Its current building was constructed in 1880 in the Italian Romanesque style, and is located in the city centre of Perth, Perth and Kinross, Scotland. Its ministerial and pastoral care team, elders, and administrative staff are introduced, with contacts, office hours, service schedules, and a calendar of upcoming programmes and events. Information on becoming involved with the church is included.
https://www.perthnorthchurch.org.uk/
Perth Riverside Church of Scotland
Perth Riverside Church is affiliated with the Church of Scotland, and located on Bute Drive in Perth, Scotland. Its address, office hours, telephone number, and email address are published on the website, which includes a brief profile of the church, service schedules, a calendar of events, and a section on Martha's Kitchen. This cafe is located on the Perth Riverside Church campus, including schedules, announcements, and other church projects and activities.
https://perthriverside.com/
St. John the Baptist RC Church
St. John's Roman Catholic Church is north of the city centre of Perth, Perth and Kinross, Scotland. Built in 1832, a high altar and sacristy were added in 1848, and lengthened eight years later. In 1892, the roof was raised over the older portion and its apse was completed. The parish serves the central and northern parts of the city, as well as HM Prison Perth, Perth Royal Infirmary, and Murray Royal Hospital. Mass times, sacraments, a newsletter, and contacts are posted.
https://www.stjohns-perth.org.uk/
St. John the Baptist Scottish Episcopal Church
Completed in 1851, St. John is located in Perth, Perth and Kinross, Scotland. It is situated on Princes Street, at its junction with Canal Street, in the southeastern corner of the city centre, adjoining Greyfriars Burial Ground its western side. Its location and contacts are posted, along with its order of service, a calendar of upcoming programmes and events, a history of the church, photographs, videos, and a directory of church personnel. Church hire policies are stated.
https://www.episcopal-perth.org.uk/
Built on the site of a former church dating back to 1126, St. John's Kirk is a Church of Scotland denomination in the city centre of Perth, Scotland. Constructed in 1448, the church was the site of John Knox's sermon against idolatry, which began the Scottish Reformation. The history of the church and other information for visitors is featured here, along with its location programme schedules, a calendar of events, a photo gallery, and leadership contacts.
https://www.st-johns-kirk.co.uk/
Officially St. Leonard's-in-the-Fields Church and Trinity Church, the church is located on Marshall Place, at its junction with Scott Street, overlooking the northern end of South Inch, in Perth, Perth and Kinross, Scotland. Affiliated with the Church of Scotland, St. Leonard's was built in the Gothic Revival style between 1882 and 1835. Its address and contacts are published on the site, along with weekly schedules, a calendar of events, a description of the building, and a historical timeline.
https://www.slitfperth.co.uk/
Previously known as Free Church, and West Church, St. Matthew's is part of the Church of Scotland denomination. Situated on Tay Street, overlooking the River Tay, in Perth's city centre, the church's building was constructed in 1871. Its address, a map showing its location, leadership and administrative contacts, and programme schedules are published on the site. Services may also be viewed through livestream media. Photos and an overview of the facilities are included.
https://www.perthstmatthews.org.uk/
Located in Perth, Scotland, Trinity Church is associated with the Church of the Nazarene. The church's website features information about the church's beliefs, services, and upcoming events, including schedules, calendars, and announcements of upcoming programmes, an overview of the church's ministries, a video archive of sermons, and information on contributing or becoming involved in the church's activities. An email address and an online enquiry form are included.
https://trinitychurchperth.org
