February 12, 2026

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Lourdes security is nearly back to normal

Extra security at Lourdes has already been reduced, according to John Tangney of Tangney Tours. “There are no longer any armed policemen or soldiers visible,” he said, with only “very cursory hand-baggage checks on people entering the sanctuary area”.

Masses for seafarers to be held in nine dioceses

Nine dioceses in Britain are to celebrate Masses for seafarers in September, up from five last year. The Masses are organised by the charity Apostleship of the Sea.

Priest asks parish to forgive arsonists

Fr Mark Hogan, of St Joseph’s, Basingstoke, has asked for forgiveness for two boys who set a fire, causing damage to the church.

Lourdes security is nearly back to normal

Extra security at Lourdes has already been reduced, according to John Tangney of Tangney Tours. “There are no longer any armed policemen or soldiers visible,” he said, with only “very cursory hand-baggage checks on people entering the sanctuary area”.

Masses for seafarers to be held in nine dioceses

Nine dioceses in Britain are to celebrate Masses for seafarers in September, up from five last year. The Masses are organised by the charity Apostleship of the Sea.

Priest asks parish to forgive arsonists

Fr Mark Hogan, of St Joseph’s, Basingstoke, has asked for forgiveness for two boys who set a fire, causing damage to the church.

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