THE COMING OF THE HOLY SPIRIT Chapter 30

THE COMING OF THE HOLY SPIRIT Chapter 30

Symbols of the Holy Spirit Wind Strong Unseen Present everywhere Fire Warm Gives light Dove Gentle Peaceful

The day on which the Holy Spirit came to the Apostles is called Pentecost. After the Ascension, the Apostles stayed in the upper room with Mary, preparing for the coming of the Holy Spirit. n The Holy Spirit came upon the Apostles and filled them with strength and courage. n The Holy Spirit comes to us at Baptism. He helps man to pray and to love. He gives us grace n

7 Gifts Wisdom, Knowledge and Understanding, Counsel, Piety, Fortitude, Fear of the Lord. The seven Gifts of the Holy Spirit, now you can learn them, too.

Pentecost n On Pentecost Sunday we celebrate the descent of the Holy Spirit. n This celebration is also recognized as the birthday of the Church.

n How Missionaries can you spread the Gospel? – Your eating with your family and you don’t start with a prayer – Your watching your younger sibling while your mom is inside cleaning and your friends want you to play – Your friends want you to steal a piece of candy – You pass by Church on the way to a ball game with friends – You hear your brother lie to get out of trouble – Your friend asks you who Jesus is – You see a child in a park in the winter with no gloves – You hear a siren go by

Outward_____ instituted (started) by ______ to give us ______.