It may be that the outwardly rich and powerful are those of who have the most impoverished spirits.
Reminds me of the Troparion Of St. John Chrysostom:
Grace shining forth from your lips like a beacon
has enlightened the universe;
It has shown to the world the riches of poverty,
it has declared the heights of humility;
Teaching us by your words, O father John Chrysostom,
intercede before the Word, Christ our God,
to save our souls.
His ministry recalls another holy Pope, +Leo the Great:
Troparion — Tone 3
You were the Church’s instrument / in strengthening the teaching of true doctrine; / you shone forth from the West like a sun dispelling the errors of the heretics. / Righteous Leo, entreat Christ God to grant us His great mercy.
Troparion — Tone 8
O Champion of Orthodoxy, and teacher of holiness, / The enlightenment of the universe and the inspired glory of true believers. / O most wise Father Leo, your teachings are as music of the Holy Spirit for us! / Pray that Christ our God may save our souls!