Happy Feast of Pentecost!
The gift of the Holy Spirit is a special one. As I reflected on the readings and the day, I noticed that just as the Apostles were locked in a room, full of fear, we too find ourselves in a similar situation. After months of lockdown, quarantine, and uncertainty, there is much fear and turmoil in the world. And it seems to be increasing each day. Yet, just as Jesus appeared to the Apostles in the locked room, bringing peace, love, and the Holy Spirit, He comes to us today, too. Whether we are in lockdown or not, He comes to set our hearts ablaze and to renew the fire of the Holy Spirit in our hearts. He enters our fear and worry, He enters the anger and turmoil, He enters the confusion and uncertainty, and He brings His peace, love, and presence.
Today, let's remember that just because there's a pandemic and we may be in lockdown, our hearts do not have to remain locked. And just because there is violence and hatred in the world, doesn't mean we can’t encounter the Lord and share His love. Let’s unlock the doors to our hearts, inviting Him in. And let us heed His words, “Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, so I send you.” John 20:21 (NABRE) Let us accept His gift of peace, and in turn, let's spread the fire of His love, going out and sharing the gift of His Holy Spirit. God bless you.
With Peace and Love, your brother in Christ,
Jesse Iamarino
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New American Bible, Revised Edition. http://www.usccb.org/bible/
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