9 July 2004
 The hidden wonder of new lifeThe Tablet Interview with Professor Stuart CampbellA pioneer of pregnancy scans has published extraordinary pictures of human beings in the womb. Professor Stuart Campbell told Mian Ridge how they have changed his view of early life ? and of abortion Church in the WorldUS bishops refuse Ratzinger's advice |
AsiaChristians unite to block anti-conversion legislation | EuropeLehmann accused of leading church conference astray |
RomeOrthodox-Catholic theology talks to restart |
How great these are
In a new series which starts next week, contributors will argue the case for their favourite hymns. This week, an expert reviews our readers' nominations...
The truth about condoms
Church leaders have caused a furore by suggesting that even the HIV-infected should avoid condoms. But this is not church teaching, says moral philosopher...
An overdue conversation
Ten years since it signed a fundamental agreement with the Holy See, Israel has still not implemented it. After a long pause, talks began on Monday in Jerusalem...
Labour's blurred vision
The Government's big idea is social integration alongside respect for diversity. But, as its new White Paper reveals, the underlying ethic is feeble...
Stole stylist
The orders taken by a Dutch tailor specialising in Mass vestments for papal visits say a lot about clerical trends. After the chasuble revolution, is retro back?...
Selling abstinence
The Silver Ring Thing, an American chastity programme for young people, ended its tour in Manchester last weekend. Our reporter was there...
Lifeline to the lifers
Prisoners who maintain their innocence are assumed to be in denial and so serve longer sentences. A Catholic lawyer has created a group to give them a voice...
