Advent prayers offered for abuse victims, peace in Iraq

By Catholic News Service
WASHINGTON — This Advent Bishop Michael A. Saltarelli of Wilmington, Del., asked the parishes in his diocese to keep the healing of victims of clergy sexual abuse and their families in their prayers and at Masses.
Elsewhere, Bishop Joseph L. Charron of Des Moines, Iowa, joined with other religious leaders to hold three [...]

A Look at Today: 12.13.06

Today’s Readings
First Reading: Isaiah 40:25-31
Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 103:1-2, 3-4, 8, 10
Gospel: Matthew 11:28-30
Today’s Events, Appearances in the Diocese
   SAN ANGELO, First United Methodist Church, Advent Prayer Service, Noon;
   SAN ANGELO, Diocesan Pastoral Center - Presbyteral Council Meeting, 2-5 p.m., Christ the King Retreat Center, Christmas Party for Priests, Sisters, Deacons and Wives at 5:30 p.m.
   13-14 — [...]