In the Presence of My Enemies?

In what ways today might one be able to willfully enter amidst enemies, to love where we are rejected? Both individually and collectively, how might we go amidst those who scorn and plot harm against us, so that we may seek to be a blessing toward them? The disciples seemed overwhelmed and called out to Jesus after his command to forgive others, and I must join them; "Lord, increase our faith!" (Lk 17:5).