Reversing what happened at Pentecost, they could speak other languages so that the multiplicity of peoples present could understand what they said.
Truly, the Holy Spirit is the Presence of the Risen Christ active among us, bringing us together as one in God, as we experience reconciliation and forgiveness, like what Christ said when He appeared on Easter Sunday evening, breaking through fear to bring peace. Furthermore, He sent the apostles forth on mission, with the graces and gifts of the Holy Spirit.
We, too, continue to experience these graces today. The Spirit manifests Himself in various ways that we may fulfill our purpose in the Body of Christ, with each of us playing an important part. We remain united in this mission through the One Spirit that we experience in baptism.
I think back to my ValpU graduation, which was on Pentecost Sunday 13 years ago. The Holy Spirit was doing a great work in me during college as I gained new knowledge in academics and faith. It was fitting to be sent forth on that Pentecost Sunday into the next phase of life to do great works as a blessing to others, just like when I graduated with my MLIS degree 10 years ago this month.
The Spirit is the great power that sends us into the world that we may make God known.
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