(23 Oct 08 - RV) The
12th Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops is wrapping things up, as the
synod fathers prepare for the final Mass on Sunday. The Synod, discussing the Word
of God in the life and Mission of the Church, had many discussions, both scholarly
and pastoral. The Archbishop of Washington, Donald Wuerl, told us that, in the end,
the two themes came together...