God’s Spirit is constantly at work. It fills us when we are quiet, alone, breathing gently. It inspires us in the midst of a crowd such as a sporting event or a great cathedral liturgy! It motivates us through stirring speakers and story tellers, works of art, literature and music. It calms us through compassionate hands
and service. It helps us in the work of forgiveness and justice. This list is not inclusive. God’s Spirit is present always. Sometimes we need an additional infusion or breath; sometimes we need to trim our sails to use it fully.

On Sunday, May 27, The Day of Pentecost, we will hear two accounts of the disciples receiving the promised gift of the Holy Spirit. I believe the Holy Spirit was already at work in the disciples, manifesting itself in their response to seek and follow Jesus. The fulfillment of the promised gift empowers them further in their
ministry.

The first account comes from the Book of Acts. It imparts a grand visual scene that I imagine directors of action films would welcome recreating with computer generated imaging: Suddenly from heaven there came a sound like the rush of a violent wind, and it filled the entire house where they were sitting. Divided tongues, as of fire, appeared among them, and a tongue rested on each of them. All of them were filled with Holy Spirit.” — Acts 2:2-4

The second comes from the Gospel of John. It is quieter, but no less powerful. ... Read more in the Newsletter