Traditionally, a Mass for Life is celebrated at the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception on the evening before the March for Life. The principal celebrant has always been the resident Cardinal, or in this case, resident Bishop. But, wait, here is the upcoming schedule.
January 21 - 22, 2007
Sunday, January 21, 2007
12noon Solemn Sunday Mass Upper Church
Reverend Benedict Groeschel, CFR, Celebrant & Homilist
8:00pm Vigil Mass for Life Upper Church ***
Justin Cardinal Rigali, Celebrant & Homilist
10:30pm National Rosary for Life Crypt Church
Mothers of Mary
11:00pm Confessions Confessional Chapel
- 1:00pm
There is no mention of the bishop.
Hmmm, I'm on the cusp of the Washington Diocese. I actually belong to the Archdiocese of Baltimore,...seems like some of the natives should know about this. Possibly they already do.
Last year the Mass I attended was at the Verisign Center (then MCI) this was on the day of the march and they place was packed up the walls.
It was the first year I had a chance to attend and a very positive experience.
I'm very, very disappointed to hear this news about Wuerl. Is it possible that he has come in under the Holy Father's radar??
Well isn't that interesting.