Scottish Catholic Observer

TOP STORIES

Court rules against Bathgate man who tried to sue the Church for alleged abuse.

Controversy over plans to make Livingston special needs school annex of nearby secondary.

Holy Father to launch world wide ‘wave of prayer‘ (above) against hunger.

VATICAN

Pope Francis urges prayers for victims of sex abuse.

A Church without joy is ‘unthinkable,’ says Pope.

Pope to visit sick children in hospital before Christmas.

INTERNATIONAL

Syrian Christians shocked by kidnapping of five Orthodox nuns.

Belgium moves closer to allowing euthanasia for children.

Central African Republic Bishop welcomes arrival of foreign troops.

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