By Fr. Charles Fox, Catholic World Report - It is essential to remember what the Lord said to St. Paul in Acts 18:9-10, when Paul was facing strong opposition to his teaching, “Do not be afraid…for I am with you.” God is with His people, especially in the Holy Eucharist. As we cherish the blessing of our sacramental communion in the Body and Blood of Christ, we must beg the Lord to give you us the faith, hope, and love we need to take up our crosses and follow Him our entire lives, no matter what happens, until we finish the race and are ready to wear the crown reserved for God’s saints.