Come Holy Spirit

Mass Readings: April 27

First:	Acts 8:5-8,14-17
Resp:	Psalm 66:1-7,16,20
Second:	1 Peter 3:15-18
Gospel:	John 14:15-21

John 14:18 I will not leave you orphans; I will come to you.

There are several differences between Christianity and other faiths.  One of the most notable is the presence of the Holy Spirit

Jesus didn't just do his thing and then see you later.  He is present with is in the person of the Holy Spirit.  This is not just some little piece of our faith, but a significant part of it.  As Pentecost nears we prepare to celebrate a major event in our faith.  Christmas and Easter are not fulfilled without Pentecost. They go together and to celebrate one without the others is to miss the fullness of the meaning of each.

So let us celebrate and trust in the full revelation of Christ and enjoy his presence in the Holy Spirit.

Father, help me by your Holy Spirit to be aware of your presence in my life through the working of your Holy Spirit.  When I sin and fall short, keep not your Holy Spirit from me, but restore to me the joy of your salvation.

Amen