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Thirteen MPs Spark Outrage Over Abortion, Assisted Suicide Votes

7/8/2025

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Thirteen Catholic MPs in the UK have stirred controversy by voting to legalize abortion up to birth and assisted suicide. In response, a priest denied Communion to MP Chris Coghlan, a move backed by Canon law expert Cardinal Raymond Burke. Voice of the Family calls on Catholics to rally behind the priest and defend Church teachings.

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Thirteen Catholic MPs in the UK have stirred controversy by voting to legalize abortion up to birth and assisted suicide. In response, a priest denied Communion to MP Chris Coghlan, a move backed by Canon law expert Cardinal Raymond Burke. Voice of the Family calls on Catholics to rally behind the priest and defend Church teachings.