Scottish Catholic Observer

AS the Year of Mercy draws rapidly to a close, I’ve been thinking a lot about what a year it has been, and reflecting upon what the long-term effects of such a year might be on me personally, on us as a Catholic community, and on the wider world. Starting with the world, could there ever be a time in all of human history when mercy was more needed? Mercy and forgiveness have always been needed. From the Garden of Eden till now, there has never been a time when mercy was not needed. Perhaps the best thing about this Year ... continue reading.