This past Sunday was Pentecost, the day of the coming of the Holy Spirit. What the heck does that mean? As we review our Easter stories, we see a group of disciples who encounter a risen Jesus but are afraid, confused and not sure what to do next. As Jesus promised, following his ascent into heaven, the Spirit came.
They were gathered in a room and a rushing wind blew through it and tongues of fire rested on each of their heads and they were empowered to speak many languages. And more over, they were emboldened to share the news of the Gospel with the whole world.
At Crossings, we remembered the Spirit is still among us today. Taking various forms. Sometimes through flashy means of visions or tongues. And others through still means of discernment and a boldness to do God's will even when it's hard. Our prayer was that the Spirit come and guide us and strengthen us to carry out the work that God has set before us.
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