Scottish Catholic Observer

Allies should have bombed rails to Nazi death camps, Pope says.

Christian think tank: Scotland needs more faith schools (above).

Church criticises proposal to end religious instruction in UK schools.

Scans show human foetus concealed under feet of 17th century Swedish bishop.

Pope Francis asks pardon from Waldensian Protestants for past persecution.

India extends crackdown to Catholic charity Caritas.

New York Catholic church in the US  feels impact of massive manhunt for escapees.

Ireland: Celebrations mark 1400 anniversary of St Columban.

COMMENT

A new chapter is opening up in Scottish-Irish relations.

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