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Normandy attacker 'was on probation and tried to get to Syria twice', officials say

French prosecutors have named Adel Kermiche, 19, as one of the two attackers who stormed a church and killed Fr Jacques Hamel

Pope to nuns: 'It's OK to use social media, but don't let it distract from your vocation'

The Pope said smartphones and computers offer 'useful help', but should not 'become an obstacle'

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Coptic Pope warns of increase in attacks on Christians

Pope Tawadros II said that since 2013 there have been 37 sectarian attacks on Christians in Egypt and urged lawmakers to preserve national unity

Morning Catholic must-reads: 26/07/16

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The theologians' letter has clarified what is really at stake in the Amoris debate

The letter shows the real division is not pro- and anti-Francis, or rigorism versus mercy, but over Church teaching

Names of signatories to Amoris Laetitia letter revealed

The letter asks the cardinals to request a clarification from the Pope that some interpretations of Amoris Laetitia are heretical

World Youth Day pilgrims told to expect lengthy security checks at papal events

World Youth Day celebrations begin in Poland on Wednesday

Associated Press

Pope condemns 'acts of terrorism and violence' in Munich and Kabul

Francis asked the faithful in St Peter's Square to pray that 'the Lord might inspire in everyone intentions of goodness and fraternity'

Morning Catholic must-reads: 25/07/16

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