Date of source: Monday, July 2, 2007
The author argues that the new newspaper that Bishop Bīshūy intends to issue will ignite crisis within Coptic circles. He believes that Bishop Bīshūy will use it as a platform to present himself as an alternative to Pope Shenouda.
Date of source: Friday, June 29, 2007
Pope Shenouda warned against what he called "journalists of defamation"? who deliberately hurt and insult others in their news coverage.
Date of source: Sunday, July 1, 2007
The author discusses the “much-need” unified law for building houses of worship and the difficulties that it is facing in parliament. He highlights some human rights organization’s agenda for the law.
Date of source: Friday, June 29, 2007
The author comments on the relation between the Coptic Orthodox Church and the state.
Date of source: Thursday, June 28, 2007
al-Sāḥil Police Station forces implemented yesterday North Cairo Court ruling in favor of Pope Shenouda against two Muslim men.
Date of source: Sunday, July 1, 2007
Ṭal‘at Jār Allāh believes the state’s rejection of Pope Shenouda nominations for the Shūrá Council’s elections was a letter to the Copts who wish to integrate into political life to stay away from the church and to separate religion and politics.
Date of source: Saturday, June 23, 2007
Allegations in Alexandria resulted in Christians and Muslims throwing stones and bottles at each other.
Christian scholar Muná Makram ‘Ubayd sees under-representation of Copts in political functions as the main reason to expect an escalation in the crisis between state and church Youssef Sidhom...
Date of source: Friday, June 22, 2007
During his weekly sermon the day before yesterday, Pope Shenouda warned Copts against engaging in dialogue with the followers of Jehovah Witnesses, asserting they have erroneous and false concepts about faith which in turn make them non-Christians.
Date of source: Monday, June 25, 2007
Bishop Bīshūy’s position in the Coptic Orthodox Church is causing controversy in Coptic circles as he not only holds several offices, but is also Pope Shenouda’s sole envoy to all international forums.
Date of source: Friday, June 22, 2007
Priest Philopater has been pardoned after completely distancing himself from politics and from participating in any political party.