What took place during “The Prayer of Tiago” was far more than a public event. It was a deeply human moment, marked by emotion and courage. People gathered quietly, standing side by side, each holding the words of a prayer that carried the weight of a lived story. There was a sense, almost immediate, that this was not just about listening — it was about feeling, about bearing witness. As theologian Jonathan H. Mendez began reading the prayer in English, the atmosphere shifted. His voice, steady at first, gradually revealed the emotional depth of the words he was speaking.