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Pope Benedict was at 1980 meeting where paedophile priest was discussed

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Benedict’s long-time secretary Monsignor Georg Gaenswein said there will be a statement from the former pope on the report.

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Former Pope Benedict criticised over handling of sexual abuse claims

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Former Pope Benedict criticised over handling of sexual abuse claims

Middle East focus for Week of Prayer for Christian Unity

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Middle East focus for Week of Prayer for Christian Unity

Norman Hamilton: Cost of living crisis demands action

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Norman Hamilton: Cost of living crisis demands action

Penal Days in Ireland: 'For the Irish, it was always the Mass that mattered'

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Penal Days in Ireland: 'For the Irish, it was always the Mass that mattered'

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THE Rt Rev Brian Hannon, who served as the Church of Ireland Bishop of Clogher from 1986 to 2001, will be remembered for his diligence, good humour and dignity - as well as how music infused his ministry.

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Pope backs vaccine and urges reality therapy to correct ‘baseless information'

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Andrew Watson: The beginning, ending and in-between

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Pope Francis: 'Let us walk together with courage and creativity on the path of intergenerational dialogue, education, and work'

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