Scottish Catholic Observer

Isil terrorists could infiltrate Europe by hiding among refugees, warns Pope Francis.

Vatican officials criticise Pope’s annulment reforms.

The first blessed in South Africa: Benedict Daswa, family man, killed for the Gospel.

Cardinal Turkson demands binding global pacts onhunger, climate change.

Scotland: 25th Anniversary of Craig Lodge Community.

Bishop of Shrewsbury welcomes defeat of assisted suicide bill.

US Catholic bishop: ‘Cease funding planned parenthood.’

Catholic Church’s Melbourne, Australia, response criticised by royal commission.

Bolton Council has granted permission for the demolition of St Gregory the Great Catholic Church, the attached presbytery and church hall.

50 inmates get tour of Vatican gardens, Sistine Chapel.

Archbishop Cupich seeks help for Immigrants, part of Pope’s agenda.

COMMENT
Climate change is a global responsibility.

AND FINALLY
Aretha Franklin to perform for Pope Francis during Philadelphia visit in the US.

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