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To: OldFriend
The position Cardinal Law retains in the Vatican is archpriest of Sta. Maria Maggiore, a ceremonial role usually held by retired prelates, with no teaching or governing authority attached to it (although there is a small gift shop.)

I think he deserved to be stripped of his miter according to the "Rite of Degradation of Bishops"; but my interpretation is that, like that wackadoo Archbishop Milingo of Lusaka, he was instead put in a little niche where he can keep his red hat but can't do any harm.

52 posted on 04/15/2006 7:39:38 AM PDT by Mrs. Don-o (As always, striving for accuracy.)
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To: Mrs. Don-o
Cardinal Law had a prominent role during the funeral of Pope John Paul II. He was quite visible during the choosing of the new pope.

That was a slap in the face to the victims here in the USA

54 posted on 04/15/2006 7:43:54 AM PDT by OldFriend (I Pledge Allegiance to the Flag.....and My Heart to the Soldier Who Protects It.)
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