Life Together
Worship Services
Join us for our main worship service every Sunday at 10:30 am. The sacrament of Holy Communion is celebrated on the second Sundays of March, June, September and December.
All are welcome to all our services.
Music
Music has played a key role in the worship at Dunfermline Abbey ever since it was founded by the Benedictines in the twelfth century. Back then, music was sung at every service throughout the day. Today, the Abbey Choristers are glad to keep this tradition going by singing at services in the Abbey.
Children, Youth, & Families
Dunfermline Abbey’s programme is vibrant and varied, ensuring that families can find creative, spiritual, and fun activities throughout the year, both indoors and outdoors. Whether you’re looking for weekly creative sessions, special events, or ways for children to engage in worship, there’s something for all ages and interests.
Pilgrim Pastor
For hundreds of years Dunfermline has provided countless pilgrims with an inspiring destination. Its magnificent medieval abbey and current church is the burial place of many of Scotland’s kings and queens.
The Pilgrim Pastor leads guided walks along the Fife Pilgrim Way, incorporating prayer, reflection, and conversation, while providing historical and spiritual information to pilgrims.
Life Events
The Church of Scotland plays an essential role in providing worship and spiritual guidance for key life events, from child blessings and baptisms to marriage and funerals.
Meet Our Team
Honouring Heritage, Inspiring Community: Meet the Abbey team
Matthew Beetschen
Master of Music
Revd Simon Hessett
Pilgrim Pastor
David Williams
Joint Session Clerk
Frances McCafferty
Joint Session Clerk
Leeza Clark
Church Administrator
We Would Love Your Support!
Love Dunfermline Abbey?
The ongoing upkeep and maintenance of the Ministry of our historic Abbey is entirely funded by the generous support of our congregation and donations from visitors.
Donating allows us to continue to offer ministry in Dunfermline and welcome over 25,000 people every year to discover the Abbey’s place in Scotlands rich history.