Pentecost
Pentecostal Pope
Wednesday, May 14th, 2025The Gospel of Matthew recounts a conversation between Jesus and his disciple Simon. Jesus says, “You are Peter, and on this rock, I will build my Church.” In hindsight, this an odd transition for Simon to have a new identity as Peter. How did Simon become solid as a rock? Simon was anything but solid […]
Trust, Not Fear
Thursday, May 20th, 2021Sunday, May 23, is the Western Christian holiday of Pentecost. According to Christian scripture, the Holy Spirit emboldened the frightened followers of Jesus on Pentecost. The holiday derives its name from the Jewish feast of the first fruits. God commanded the Hebrews to offer their first fruits to Him fifty (penta) days after Passover. This […]