I’m still basking in the glow of Pentecost Sunday, where we celebrated the descent of the Holy Spirit and the birth of the Church. Awe and wonder, which by the way is a gift of the Spirit, fill my heart and stoke the fire of love for God.
As I keep this fire burning in my heart, I’m praying with these words from Ken Canedo and his song Holy Spirit. May the chill in our hearts be melted by the fire 🔥 of the Spirit!
Holy Spirit come into our lives,
Holy Spirit make us truly wise.
Give us a spirit of wisdom,
An understanding heart.
Give us a spirit of knowledge,
And lead us to the truth.
Give us a spirit of courage,
And judgment that is wise.
Give us a spirit of reverence,
Of wonder and of awe.
Spirit of love and compassion,
Give hope to all the poor.
Spirit of justice and mercy,
Come open every door.
Spirit of all consolation,
O lift our hearts this day.
Spirit of all understanding,
O help us know Your way.
Spirit of light and of wisdom,
O lift us from our sorrow.
Spirit of peace and forgiveness,
O help us face tomorrow.
Spirit of strength and of healing,
Bend stubborn heart and will.
Spirit of trust and of caring,
O melt us warm our chill.
Amen 🙏
Smitten With Goodness 