On this great feast of Pentecost, we reflect on the charismatic gifts of the Holy Spirit. God’s Spirit has given to each baptized person some gift for the upbuilding of the church. When one finds that gift, he should center his entire life around it. There are three paths to the discernment of one’s charismatic gift: prayer, listening to the church, and the stirring of the acorn. To find out what that last one means, listen to the sermon!
The Falling of the Fire
Easter,PentecostWeek Pentecost,
by Bishop Robert BarronMay 15, 2005
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Authors
Bishop Robert Barron
Catechism
2690, 2611, 1854, 1845, 1508, 1310, 1303, 951, 799, 736
Liturgical Readings
- Easter,Pentecost - Week Pentecost,
Scriptures
1 Corinthians 12:3-7, 1 Corinthians 12:12-13, John 20:19-23, 1 Corinthians 12:1-11, Romans 12:4-8, Matthew 13:44-46
Seasons
Easter
Topics
Catholic Church, Confirmation, Evangelization, God, Grace, Holy Spirit, Kingdom of God, Prayer, Saints, Scripture, Spiritual Gifts, Tradition, Vocation