Today is the feast of Saint Oscar Romero, Archbishop and Martyr. He was assassinated by El Salvador’s “Death Squads” while saying Mass at the altar, forty-five years ago on this day, March 24, 1980.
Romero publicly denounced the sins of oligarchs and politicians who oppressed the poor, and called on them to repent and to “stop the repression.” May he inspire bishops today to imitate his humility, his courage, and his love for the God who gives ineradicable dignity to EVERY human person.
Saint Oscar Romero, pray for us, pray that Jesus will enlarge our hearts. Protect us from following those who serve false prophets and idolators of money.