Spirituality
Called and gifted by the Spirit, we share in the mission of the church
Although the third person of the Trinity has always been present in human history, Pentecost reveals him in his fullness, writes Msgr. Joseph Prior. Formed by the Spirit, we live the proclamation of God's love, not only in word but in action, thought and desire.
Readings of the Holy Mass – Pentecost Sunday
Read or listen to the readings before Mass with these resources from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, using the New American Bible, Revised Edition.
Forgiveness, the Holy Spirit’s gift to be given to others
Made in the image of God, we have a divine capacity for forgiveness, writes Mary Marracco. Unforgiveness is unhealthy, but we can be re-created by receiving the gift of the Holy Spirit and gifting forgiveness to others.
‘Come, Holy Spirit’
One of the more striking medieval texts in the Roman Missal, "Veni Sancte Spiritus," is a poem that reminds writer Shemaiah Gonzalez to call on the Spirit and he will be near in our time of need.
Pains of divorce, cries of tots ring through church
Father Ken Doyle advises a mother seeking support from her parish as she deals with post-partum depression and rammy children, while he sensitively answers another reader on life in the church after a marriage breakup.
Renewal begins on the peripheries
Amidst of every season of crisis in the church, the Holy Spirit has provided renewal, writes Father Eric J. Banecker. This revival usually has its origins on life's edges, where the poor and the marginalized are found, and where the Spirit has free reign.
The glory of God is our inner, and lasting, beauty
If we embrace the Lord's love for us, we can discover our true identity in Christ, writes Msgr. Joseph Prior. Filled with his Spirit, we can then share the same light and mercy with others.
Readings of the Holy Mass – Seventh Sunday of Easter
Read or listen to the readings before Mass with these resources from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, using the New American Bible, Revised Edition.
Holy Spirit keeps Christians young at heart, pope says
The Holy Spirit keeps Christians young at heart, supporting them in times of trial and helping them praise God no matter what is going on, Pope Francis said.
Can a developmentally disabled person be confirmed?
Citing both Pope Francis and the U.S. bishops, Father Kenneth Doyle affirms that a reader's cognitively challenged son should receive the sacrament of confirmation. In response to another reader's question, Father Doyle explains the significance of the 153 fish the apostles caught after Jesus' resurrection.