Another week, another murder in Minneapolis by ICE agents after the murder of Renee Good. Today at Mass, one of our songs had a verse that was especially appropriate for the situation in Minneapolis and our country:
In the midst of persecution, Lord, stand by me
When my enemies surround me, Lord, stand by me
When the tyrant wields his terror and the armies wage their might
When the darkness overwhelms me, Lord, stand by me
Title: Stand By Me, words and music Copyright 2001 Tom Kendzia, published by Oregon Catholic Press (lyrics) (performance)