Steve can be found at most Catholic events, and he’s not afraid to approach people, introduce himself and talk about whatever Catholic cause he happens to be promoting at the time. He seems to know everyone, including most priests and religious.
Steve found me today after a weekday Mass at St. Cecilia Cathedral. He told me about how he’s been trying to get his letters to the editor published on the issue of same-sex marriage. That effort took 12 calls to one editor, he said.
He looked at me intently and said: “You don’t know me, Susan. I’m a fighter.”
Thank God for Steve Zach – and others like him who are willing to fight for what they cherish. It takes determination, persistence and sacrifice, as Steve described. And sometimes sweat and blood, as history has shown.
As we approach Independence Day and continue our Fortnight for Freedom, let’s remember to be like Steve and fight for our beliefs.
And pray.
It’s the patriotic thing to do.
Inspired by the Year of Faith, Susan Szalewski began writing weekly columns for us. Although that year is over, we liked them so well that we asked her to keep writing. Thankfully, she said yes. So watch for these on Thursdays and see the Year of Faith Blog here.
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