Who is the Holy Spirit? The Holy Spirit did not just appear at
Pentecost! As God, He always existed! The Holy Spirit is truly a
person, not just a magical force. He is the life-giving breath of
God. He is Gods greatest gift to us: the gift of Himself dwelling
within us!
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Holy Spirit? Icon by Andrei Rublev 4
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What does the Holy Spirit do? Safeguards the church from error
in matters of faith and morals Strengthens and matures the gifts we
received at Baptism Acts as our Advocate and our Defender guiding
and protecting us Gives us the light to discover the Truth Helps us
in prayer Helps us speak Gods word with boldness
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What else does the Holy Spirit do? Comforts and consoles us
Empowers us to overcome sin Energizes people (Mary at the
Annunciation, Jesus at his Baptism, the disciples at Pentecost)
Builds up the Body of Christ, the Church, and makes it holy THE
SPIRIT IS THE POWER OF GOD (GOD HIMSELF) AT WORK IN US!
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Titles of the Holy Spirit When he proclaims and promises the
coming of the Holy Spirit, Jesus calls him the "Paraclete,"
literally, "he who is called to one's side," "Paraclete" is
commonly translated as "consoler," and Jesus is the first consoler.
Paraclete Consoler
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Symbols of the Holy Spirit Fire The prayer of the prophet
Elijah, who "arose like fire" and whose "word burned like a torch,"
brought down fire from heaven on the sacrifice on Mount
Carmel.
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Dove Christian iconography traditionally uses a dove to suggest
the Spirit Christs Baptism
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Anointing The symbolism of anointing with oil also signifies
the Holy Spirit, to the point of becoming a synonym for the Holy
Spirit.
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Water The symbolism of water signifies the Holy Spirit's action
in Baptism, since after the invocation of the Holy Spirit it
becomes the sacramental sign of new birth.
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What the Holy Spirit gives us Gifts Fruits
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The GIFTS of the Holy Spirit WISDOM-helps us to see clearly;
helps us to see ourselves & others as God sees us
KNOWLEDGE-ability to see how God is in our life and world Reverence
- respect for the Lord and respect for others
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COURAGE - helps us give witness to our faith and stand up for
what we know is right; helps us act on our beliefs and persevere in
faith.the strength to do the right thing UNDERSTANDING-helps us
grasp the truth and see the world from Gods perspective; leads us
to reconciliation and peace in times of conflict.
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RIGHT JUDGEMENT -helps us act in morally good ways; often
involves asking others for help and offering good advice to others
WONDER & AWE IN THE PRESENCE OF GOD-helps us remain open to the
loving presence of God; helps us appreciate the mystery of the
Trinity
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Love the ability to unconditionally accept others; to give
ourselves in service to others without expecting anything in
return.
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Joy a deep, inner gladness that comes from your relationship
with Jesus Christ.
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Peace an inner harmony and sense of well- being, bringing sense
of peace to others, faith that God is in control no matter what
happens.
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Patience ability to show restraint and calm despite
circumstances that may cause us to get angry or frustrated;
willingness to wait on God.
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Kindness ability to treat others with openness, sensitivity,
and love, and to share the kindness that comes from God.
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Goodness having the nature of God, able to tell right from
wrong, doing good to others and avoid evil.
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Faithfulness unshakable loyalty, shows in being trustworthy,
reliable, responsible and carrying out our commitments to God and
others.
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Gentleness showing consideration and thoughtfulness, putting my
rights and strength under Gods control in order to seek peace. It
requires openness, humility, a teachable spirit.
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Self-control taking authority over oneself and exercise
discipline in order to avoid sin and live a life that pleases
God.
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Love: Luke 6: 35; John 3: 16; John 13: 34-35; 1 Corinthians:
13.4-7. Joy: John 15: 10-11; John 17: 13; Acts 13: 52; Romans 14:
17-18, 15.13; Colossians 3: 16-17 Peace: Isaiah 32: 17; John 14:27;
John 16: 33; Philemon 4: 4-7; Romans 5: 1. Patience: Colossians 3:
12-13; Ephesians 4: 2; 2 Timothy 4: 2; 1 Thessalonians 5: 14;
Philippians 4:6 Kindness: Romans 2: 4; Romans 11: 22; Ephesians 2:
6-7; Colossians 3:12; 2 Peter 1: 5-8. Goodness: Isaiah 58:7-8;
Matthew 19: 17; Mark 10: 18; Romans 15: 14; Ephesians 5: 8-11.
Faithfulness: Matthew 23: 23-24 and 23: 3; Matthew 25: 21; John
17:20-21 ; 1 Corinthians: 4.1-2, 17; Hebrews 10: 23. Gentleness:
Matthew 11: 29; Ephesians 4: 2-3; Titus 3: 1-2, 1 Corinthians 4:
21; 1 Timothy 6: 1. Self-control: 1 Corinthians 6: 12, Philippians
4:8; 2 Peter 1: 5-6.
