May 18, 2024 · Pentecost · Year B
Blessing - Pentecost - Year B
A Pentecost blessing and prayer drawn from John 15–16, Psalm 104, and Acts 2, written for worship on the Day of Pentecost, Year B. The piece invokes the Spirit's fire and breath as a call to hear diverse voices and meet them with grace.
Scripture:John 15 · Psalms 104 · Acts 2
Prayer and blessing based upon John 15-16, Psalm 104, Acts 2. 1-21
It is appropriate that I wore red for yesterday's ride (and again for today) as we celebrate Pentecost this weekend. (It wasnt just so cars would see me, nor was it a fashion statement. Although I am not sure how cycling gear qualifies as fashion.)
I think this is my favorite sacred holiday of the calendar because the power of the Spirit is ever tangible and ever present in the many ways people call upon that grace.
Just as the Apostles were given the breath of God through spiritual fire so that each could hear and understand in their native language, may we, too, hear different voices, different languages and different ideas and meet them with grace. (Acts 2)
In this mental health month, let the Advocate come and be with you, heal you and teach you this day and more. (John 15) Listen for the still speaking Spirit in your life.
"May the glory of the Lord endure forever." (Ps 104:31)
Yes, Let the Spirit guide you, encourage you, nurture you and be with you in the many wondrous and beautiful ways.
Happy Pentecost!
Beloved this is…
Thanks Be to God!