Catholic News Headlines / Links [12-2-09]

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Pope Benedict on the "task of love": "Learning to love is a long and arduous path" [12/2]

Some good news: PP sought tens of thousands of people for pro-abortion rally, but expects just 500 to attend [12/2]

Several pilgrims who ignored their bishop's pleas against the Knock gathering have damaged their eyes by staring into the sun; Attendees were hoping to witness a Marian 'apparition' promised by a "self-proclaimed spiritual healer" [12/2]

Irish Prime Minister defends Vatican, saying the Vatican acted in "good faith" and "consistent with international law" regarding response to abuse investigation [12/2]

More good news: German courts rule that shops must remain closed on Sunday [12/2]

Former TX priest sentenced to over four years in federal prison [12/2]

Parishioners lose court battle to save historic PA church [12/2]

Statement released by Limerick diocese acknowledges possibility of Bishop Murray resigning in wake of Dublin abuse report [12/2]

Long-time commentator for Pope's Christmas midnight Mass steps down [12/2]

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