Prophet

==== Catholicism ====
Six of the [[Twelve Minor Prophets|Minor Prophets]] are commemorated in December. Each encouraged people to return to God, to repent of past sins, and to recognize God's presence even in their difficulties.<ref>[https://www.catholicworldreport.com/2021/12/01/advent-and-the-jewish-prophets/ Beutner, Dawn. "Advent and the Jewish Prophets", ''The Catholic World Report'', December 1, 2021]</ref>

"Jesus Christ is the one whom the Father anointed with the Holy Spirit and established as priest, prophet, and king. The whole People of God participates in these three offices of Christ and bears the responsibilities for mission and service that flow from them."<ref>Catechism of the Catholic Church, §783</ref> The laity act prophetically when they speak the truth, and live the Gospel by example before their families, neighbors, and co-workers.<ref>CCC, 905</ref> The Old Testament prophets defended the poor and powerless "and inspire Catholic Social Teaching on the preferential option for the poor, workers’ rights, and justice and peace."<ref>[https://www.usccb.org/offices/new-american-bible/roots-catholic-social-teaching-found-old-testament-prophets Colecchi, D.Min., Stephen M., "Roots of Catholic Social Teaching Found in the Old Testament Prophets", USCCB]</ref>