Scottish Catholic Observer

150 Christians kidnapped in Syria by Islamic State. Above, a Syria refugee with her child.

Criticism for controversial report into the Irish in Scotland.

Three-parent babies approved by House of Lords.

Vatican issues apology for Pope’s use of  phrase ‘Mexicanisation.’

Philippine Archbishop in trouble after calling for removal of president.

New Zealand bishops back decision to send troops to Iraq.

AND FINALLY

Swiss Guard cookbook to be released in English this summer.

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