Catholic News Headlines / Links [2-12-10]

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Vatican reportedly "perplexed and unhappy" over postulator's 'tell-all' book on Pope John Paul II that argues for the late pope's canonization; Vatican apparently "snubs" the book; Longtime aide says "It is a surprising and serious thing that it was the postulator who wrote such a book" [2/12]

'Global warming' hits Rome? News headline: "Rare snowfall in Rome as cold snap grips Italy" [2/12]

Catholic writer contemplates 'tea party' movement against USCCB; Says "For American Catholics, the equivalent of centralized federal power is the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB). The USCCB, the kind of episcopal conference authorized by Vatican II, has no canonical authority of its own. But its voice is considered authoritative by the media, and it is treated as such by those who applaud its lobbying efforts in Congress and the White House." [2/12]

Canadian priest speaks of Catholic young people "dying of spiritual thirst" and "lethargic Catholics" loosing their resolve to rebuild the Church in Canada which "lies in ruins"; Says God's house must be a priority in our lives and that "now is the time to rebuild the Church" [2/12]

February 11th was 84th anniversary of signing of Lateran Treaty [2/12]

In response to atheist objections, Catholic group launches campaign to support Mother Teresa postage stamp [2/12]

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