One of the things I appreciate most about being Catholic is the universality. You can go to Mass anywhere in the world and it will consist of the same prayers and scripture readings. I have been listening to and praying with the Hallow app for a couple of years now. Recently, as part of the daily reflection, we have been encouraged to remember and pray for specific people who have been killed in Nigeria because of their religion. We were told today that near 300 children were kidnapped from a Catholic school there. The Christian community is being persecuted relentlessly. The Hallow app has been downloaded millions of times all around the world. Today at the end of the reflection and prayer, there was a link to a short video from a bishop in Nigeria. He realized all the prayers for their people, thanked everyone, encouraged the continuation of the prayers, and blessed all those listening. I am humbled to think that I am part of over 1 million people who are making specific prayers. And I do believe it will make a difference.

I Found God today realizing the impact of a universal church.