persecute - v. to treat someone cruelly or unfairly especially because of race or religious or political beliefs

soul - n. the spiritual part of a person that is believed to give life to the body and in many religions is believed to live forever

challenge - n. issues that test the ability or strength needed to solve problems

staunch - adj. very devoted or loyal to a person, belief, or cause

on track - phrase. on the way to getting something done