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We want a super hero. But the Gospel reminds us that what we have is in fact a savior, an advocate. But sometimes we have to wait for the plan to unfold fully. 

Persecution happens because of misguided power, anger at perceived injustice, fear of those who are not like us, who don’t share our beliefs and sometimes even our opinions. What begins as a disagreement over ideas can be magnified and escalated into rejection, ostracism, violence, and even death.

Pope Francis reminds us that prayer is not about us and the things we do, it’s about our relationship with God.

We know that in our own lives—at home, at work, in school, in various organizations—that the less admirable behaviors can distract from the work at hand.