“Always forward, never back!” Saint Junípero’s motto reflects a missioner’s spirit, regardless of setbacks. He sought not to suppress, but rather to help improve lives, protecting Native Americans from soldiers’ excesses. He was often scorned by conquistadors. Prayer: Saint Junipero Serra, your missionary zeal brought the light of Christ to millions. You endured so many hardships, and labored so much that your work resonates today in the hearts of hundreds of millions of Catholics. Saint Serra, I petition you today to help me deliver the light of Christ through my words and deeds to others. May I instruct by example...