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Images courtesy of the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception and the nativity scene above is from the Christmas special "Christmas Eve from the National Shrine of St. Francis of Assisi, San Francisco". The Christmas special will be showing on ABC-TV stations around the country, check your local listing.

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December 14, 2008
Third Sunday of Advent

Read
Read and listen to the Third Lesson from our Advent Lessons & Carols.
Daily Readings from the New American Bible (NAB)
Pray
Today, as we remember the elderly sisters, brothers, and religious order priests who have dedicated their lives to service, pray for new vocations to the priesthood and religious life. Choose one of the prayers compiled by USCCB Secretariat of Clergy, Consecrated Life and Vocation.
Reflect
The National Religious Retirement Office, which has never used more than five percent of the donations that it receives for administration and fundraising costs, is one example of good stewardship. Reflect on what it means to be a good steward of resources.
View the Daily Reflections on today's readings brought to you by the Catholic Communication Campaign
Act
first sunday of advent
Today, on what is known as Gaudete (Rejoice) Sunday, light the rose candle on your Advent Wreath.
As many parishes across the country conduct the annual appeal for the Retirement Fund for Religious today, please give generously and with confidence that your donations benefit the retired and elderly religious.

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