The first reading this week describes how the wicked treat the righteous but it doesn't give the reason for their hatred. Is it fear? Embarrassment? Or are they evil, bent on destroying what is righteous? It could be any of those reasons because it comes from one’s heart. For those of us fighting for what’s right and just, it’s a note of caution. Peace must be the root of everything we do. If we focus on welcoming those who are powerless, we will remain the kind of servants Jesus has called us to be!