Pentecost Is for YOU: Stirring Up the Gift

About this episode

Ralph Martin discusses the significance of Pentecost and its ongoing relevance in the Church.

As we prepare for the Feast of Pentecost this Sunday, Ralph asks the question, "Is Pentecost just an historical event, the birthday of the Church, or is it something more?” He boldly asserts that the power of Pentecost is intended to be a continuing reality in the Church, as is clearly taught in the Catechism of the Catholic Church . He then examines some reasons why we may not be experiencing the power of Pentecost in our own lives and prays with us to “stir up the gift” that we have been given in the Sacrament of Confirmation.

People in this episode

Host: Ralph Martin

Topics covered

• Pentecost
• Catholic Church
• Sacrament of Confirmation
• spiritual gifts
• Christianity

Keywords

• Pentecost
• Ralph Martin
• Catholic Church
• spiritual gifts
• Confirmation
• Feast of Pentecost

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Catechism of the Catholic Church

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