The horrific attack at Annunciation Catholic School in the U.S. forces us to confront one of faith's most agonising questions: why does God permit evil to strike those gathered in His name? Two innocent children, aged just 8 and 10, lost their lives not in some distant conflict or accident, but whilst participating in Holy Mass—the most sacred act of Catholic worship. Their final moments were spent in prayer, surrounded by classmates and parishioners, in what should have been the safest sanctuary on earth. The very place where Catholics believe Christ becomes present in the Eucharist became a scene of unspeakable violence. This atrocity echoes throughout Christian history, from the martyrs fed to lions whilst proclaiming their faith, to modern-day attacks on churches worldwide. Yet Scripture itself grapples with this mystery—Christ Himself was murdered whilst fulfilling His Father's will, and His followers were warned they would face persecution. The Psalms cry out repeatedly:...