responding to Leo’s calls for peace, in reference to the Iran war, and comments that Trump’s threat to annihilate Iranian civilization were “truly unacceptable.” (Ibid)
Leo has not taken Trump's attacks lying down, though neither has he responded in kind, saying that he is simply 'preaching the Gospel' (Ibid). Yesterday, though, he did speak a bit more sharply during his visit to Cameroon where, according to Crux , he 'blasted the “handful of tyrants” who are ravaging Earth with war and exploitation' (Crux). It is impossible to imagine that he did not have Trump also in mind when referring to those tyrants.
How should we as Catholics respond to Trump's attacks?
First and foremost, with prayer. Then, with more prayer. Then, you guessed it, with more prayer.
- For Donald Trump - for his wisdom
- For Pope Leo - his safekeeping and strength
- For an end to tyranny in the world
- For peace in the world
If we find reading about the attacks on-line making us scared or angry then that's the time to get off the internet and pray.
A few days ago, I had a few minutes spare between chores. I went to EWTN's Live Adoration page on YouTube. I thought I would be able to focus on Our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament for a minute or two before my attention wandeed. In the end, I sat there and spoke to the Lord for over ten. It was a wonderful few minutes. If you can't go to Adoration in the flesh then using your laptop or phone is a wonderful option to have. Ultimately, our response to Trump's evil is love. It will heal us and God willing heal him too.
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