Monday, July 8, 2019

A Word from Your Pastor June 9 Pentecost


Dear Parishioners:

Pentecost is the final day of the Easter Season.  The Alleluia that sprang forth 50 days ago has been sung for seven weeks and a day, filling us with confidence that the Risen Lord has given us a share in His New Life.  Now we will enter into a time of practical application of this New Life, a time of continuing growth in knowledge of the Gospel and in our personal response to our call.

This is a day of joy.  It is a day of fulfillment.  It is a day of wonder.  The Spirit chooses each one of us for different gifts and to accomplish different tasks in the building up of the Kingdom.  The Church is born through wind and flame, empowered to bring the Gospel to every nation and people.

Have you discovered your gifts?  How does the Spirit prompt you to speak the Word of God?  Who is awaiting your proclamation?  Faith is meant to be shared.  It is not something private for us alone.  What we have received as a gift, we are to offer freely as a gift to others.

As I shared with you last week, I am now away for an experience of travel in south Africa.  I am grateful to the priests and to all who are filling in for me during this time.  Be sure that you are in my thoughts and prayers.  

May God’s Spirit fill each of you with the special touch of joy that His Presence brings.  May you be renewed in your awareness of God’s Love for you.  May you discover the plan He has for you as you share Your Faith, seeking to put into practice the Gifts of the Spirit.

May all the members of St. Timothy Parish be truly a sign to the world that God’s Spirit is active among us.  Remember that together we are witnesses of the New Life that God offers to all in Jesus Christ.

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