There are these micro-heroes that continue to hold the attention of some.

If the sacrificing priest could say something to us, I suspect he'd say: "Look forward - not backward at my meager life.  Go out, and love with the very heart of Christ, stay close to the Sacraments, and Our Lady.  Die to yourself right where you are for the good of those nearest to you.  Don't focus on me, don't focus on my time or my land, focus on bringing Jesus to others right where you are. "