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Pentecost – Year B (2021)

Filed Under: Feasts Holy Days and Seasons

Sunday, May 23, 2021

The readings for the Pentecost for Year B clearly tell us that we need to be willing to receive the Holy Spirit and then use the gifts we receive. In the first reading (Acts 2:1-11) we hear how the Holy Spirit came to the disciples and empowered them to share the gospel with people from different nations. The psalm (Psalm 104:1, 24, 29-30, 31, 34) praises God for sending his Spirit to bring us to life The second reading (1 Corinthians 12:3B-7, 12-13) tells us that it is the Holy Spirit who enables us to proclaim the gospel in unity. The alternate second reading (Galatians 5:16-25) enumerates the many fruits of the Spirit. In the gospel (John 20:19-23) Jesus breathes on his followers and enables them to forgive sins. And in the alternate gospel (John 15:26-27; 16:12-15) Jesus explains that the Holy Spirit brings truth into the world

Discussion topics for this week could include evangelization, the fruits of the Spirit, and reconciliation. Here are some ideas:

The Fruits of the Spirit Song (Video)
This video is pure silliness, but the teens in our youth group love it. It is a cross between the Muppets and Veggie Tales. 🙂 It will add some fun to any meeting focused on the Holy Spirit.
Paper Toss Game (Youth Ministry or VBS Game)
This is an easy game for your youth group or Vacation Bible School. It is fun but also provides a lesson about the Holy Spirit.  See the reflection questions and scripture passage at the end of the game for how to turn this game into a teaching experience.
Have a Birthday Party for the Church (Youth Ministry Meeting Plan)
Pentecost is just around the corner and it is, of course, the birthday of the Church. Introduce this idea at your youth ministry meeting by having a birthday party for the church. Then use the reflection questions to help your teens go deeper into the idea of how they are sent to share the good news, just like the disciples. #Pentecost #HolySpirit
Holy Spirit, Breath Into Our Hearts
Holy Spirit, breathe into our hearts and let us inhale the tenderness of the Father. Breathe upon the Church, so that she may spread the Gospel with joy. Breathe upon the world the fresh restoration of hope.
The Fruits of the Spirit
In contrast, the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, generosity, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. If we live in the Spirit, let us also follow the Spirit. (Social media graphic)

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