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In Proverbs, Solomon asks “Who shall find a valiant woman?” Ultimately, Solomon is speaking of the Catholic Church. Commenting on Lamentations, St. Albert notes it too refers to the search for a valiant woman, a kind of test which reveals and purifies. We can find this woman, but do we value her? The saints teach the whole world was created by God for the sake of the Church. The Church is the goal of all things and there is no salvation without her. All things are willed, or permitted, by God for the good of the Church. When Our Lord speaks of a treasure hidden in a field, it represents the desire for Heaven hidden in man's heart. But as wayfarers we have not yet bought it. It comes at a great price which too many undervalue. May this time of trial, and all our sufferings and prayers, increase our desire and love for the Church. Are we willing to pray the price? And let us us praise and trust God; He will save His faithful children, for His mercy endureth forever.

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