Catholic News Headlines / Links [8-1-09]

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Poor economy inspires Catholic charity; Catholic officials believe economic woes are helping fundraising efforts [8/1]

Head of SSPX expects to begin doctrinal talks with the Vatican in the Fall; Leader expresses preference for a personal prelature, says SSPX will not compromise on criticism of V2 [8/1]

Vatican approves another laicization: Mexican priest removed from the clerical state after accusations of abuse of minors in U.S. & Mexico [8/1]

St. Louis priest arrested in undercover FBI sting; Disgraced pastor sought to pay for s*x with a minor [8/1]

Olympic swimmer passes up chance to meet Pope; Athlete chooses rest over meeting with the Holy Father [8/1]

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