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How can prayer be a practical response to the problem of evil and suffering?

  1. Prayers of intercession are part of the Mass.

  2. Suffering can be shared in prayer.

  3. This can sometimes be the only meaningful response for the individual Catholic.

  4. All of the above

The correct answer is: Prayers of intercession are part of the Mass.

Prayer can be a practical response to the problem of evil and suffering because it allows individuals to find comfort and solace in their faith during difficult times. Prayers of intercession, as mentioned in option A, are a specific type of prayer where individuals ask for God's help or intervention on behalf of someone else. This can be a way to cope with the hardships of the world and to find hope and strength in a higher power. While option B may also be true, it is not the only way in which prayer can be practical. Option C may be an individual's personal belief, but it is not necessarily a universal truth for all Catholics. Therefore, option A is the most accurate and applicable choice.