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Working with the Word Study of the Readings
Ed. by
Joyce Ann Zimmerman, et al.
• Words, Phrases
• To the point
• First Two Readings
• Experience
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The Word Embodied
John Kavanaugh, SJ
Baptism in the Spirit
Those who have devoted their lives to the corporal works of mercy win the respect of us all. Has there ever been a time when we did not secretly desire to be like them?
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Historical Cultural Context John J. Pilch
Air in Motion
The Hebrew word ruah, the Greek pneuma, and the Latin spiritus all basically mean “air in motion,” “breath ” or “wind.” The root meaning is power. Apart from human and animal power, wind was the main observable energy source in the ancient world. more …
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Thoughts from the Early Church
Augustine
The glorification of Jesus took place when he rose from the dead and ascended into heaven, but all was not yet accomplished. The Holy Spirit still had to be given; the one who made the promise had to send him. This is precisely what occurred at Pentecost.
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Scripture In Depth Reginald H. Fuller
Mass at Vigil
The early Church sees a contrast between the giving of the Law and the outpouring of the Spirit.
Mass During the Day
Paul appropriates and sanctions the language of the charismatic enthusiasts, which he had probably picked up at Corinth. But, significantly, he gives it an ethical twist. |
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