Pentecost

Pentecost stained-glass from Baker City Cathedral, Oregon.

Pope Francis once said “The Holy Spirit is always on the go, restless, and never sits still.” He is always trying to shake things up, and makes us move from our comfort zone and challenges us to do more, to behave better and be true witnesses of the Gospel message. As we celebrate the feast of Pentecost today, let us be aware of his presence in our life, inspiring us and motivating us to be better Christians.
Cardinal Mercier's Prayer To The Holy Spirit: I am going to reveal to you a secret of sanctity and happiness. For five minutes every day quiet your imagination, close your eyes to everything visible and your ears to all external sounds and withdraw into the sanctuary of your baptized soul which is the temple of the Holy Spirit. There, speak to the Holy Spirit and say: "O Holy Spirit, soul of my soul, I adore you. Enlighten, guide, strengthen and console me. Tell me what I ought to do and command me to do it. I promise to submit to everything that you ask of me and to accept all that you allow to happen to me. Just show me what is your will."
If you do this, your life will be happy and serene. Even in the midst of troubles, you will experience great consolation, for grace will be given to strengthen and help you to cope with every difficulty.