Pentecost – Year C (2022)

The readings for Pentecost for Year C promise that we are not on our own, but have the Spirit to guide us. In the first reading (Acts 2:1-11) the Holy Spirit comes to the disciples. The psalm (Psalm 104:1, 24, 29-30, 31, 34) asks for the Spirit to come to us. In the second reading (1 Corinthians 12:3B-7, 12-13) we learn that only through the Holy Spirit can we declare that Jesus Christ is Lord. In the alternate second reading (Romans 8:8-17) we hear that life in the world brings only death, but the Spirit brings life. In the gospel (John 20:19-23) Jesus breathes the Spirit into his disciples. In the alternate gospel (John 14:15-16, 23B-26) Jesus promises that the Holy Spirit will keep us close to him.

The focus for this weekend is how the Holy Spirit empowers us to be disciples. Here are some ideas:

We need the Holy Spirit to transmit the faith

We need the Holy Spirit to transmit the faith. We cannot do it alone. - Pope Francis

Led By the Spirit

For those who are led by the Spirit of God are sons of God. For you did not receive a spirit of slavery to fall back into fear, but you received a Spirit of adoption, through whom we cry, "Abba, Father!"

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

The Holy Spirit Is Like the Wind (Kite Activity)

This activity is to show children how the Holy Spirit is like the wind. We can't see the Holy Spirit directly, but we can see the work of the Spirit. You will need one or more kites and an outdoor location to fly them.