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Protesters who support ousted Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi assist injured protester after clashes in Cairo

Cross Wires: Tuesday breaking news

The latest Catholic and ecumenical news from Scotland around the globe

Egypt’s Catholics denounce ‘terrorist violence.’ (above).

Pope to missionary congress in Argentina: do not be tempted by comfort.

Irish government to compel Catholics to perform abortion.

Pro-life petition could spark European legislation, debate.

Vatican reform will decentralise Church decision-making, predicts Indian cardinal.

Church of Scotland aims to reassure staff in pension row.

US nuns strike a positive note on Vatican investigation.

US President Obama’s administration endorses Christian prayers at council meetings in landmark case.

COMMENT

Acta Apostolicae Sedis reveals message to conclave echoes earlier warnings of evil ‘superforce’ descending on Church. Really?

AND FINALLY

Cancer patient regains will to live after seeing Pope Francis.

—Cross Wires is The Scottish Catholic Observer blog. Follow breaking news from the SCO through the day on Twitter at  SCO_NEWS

 

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