Catholic bishop criticises documentary about Virgin Mary

A BBC programme about the Virgin Mary has been criticised by a Catholic bishop as "crude and offensive" guesswork.

Sun, 22 Dec, 2002 - 15:29

A BBC programme about the Virgin Mary has been criticised by a Catholic bishop as "crude and offensive" guesswork.

The Right Reverend Crispian Hollis, Bishop of Portsmouth, accused the Virgin Mary of inaccurate speculation which misrepresents a figure respected by millions.

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