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Cross Wires: Wednesday headlines

The latest Catholic news and ecumenical news and opinion

Cardinal Gianfranco Ravasi reflects on Liturgy, history at Lenten retreat with Holy Father.

Pope’s brother says the Holy Father’s resignation will benefit the Church.

First look at of Pope Benedict XVI’s retirement home (above left).

Leading Vatican cardinal visits refugees from Syrian conflict in Jordan.

New Israeli barrier could separate West Bank Salesians from their parishioners.

President of the Pontifical Council for the Family tells the UN that traditional marriage is key to happy families.

Head of US bishop’s conference praises President Barack Obama’s attempts to introduce gun control.

Unusual Lentfest charity concert to be held at St Aloysius Church, Glasgow this Friday.

OPINION

Moderator of the Church of Scotland says Christian Faith must continue to shape Scotland.

Dr Saunders says the Royal College of General Practitioners should NOT change position to neutral on assisted suicide and euthanasia this Friday.

 

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