Embracing the Mystery: Believing in the Holy Spirit

Embracing the Mystery: Believing in the Holy Spirit

Every Sunday, as we confess our faith, the words "I believe in the Holy Spirit" resonate deeply within us. But what exactly are we affirming?

We affirm that the breath of the living God infused life into our earthly bodies, shaping us from stardust into beings of divine purpose. Through the waters of Baptism, the Spirit embarked on a lifelong journey of molding us into the likeness of Christ.

Our lives become a testament to Christ's presence, a mystery interwoven into the fabric of our daily existence. Empowered by the Spirit, we carry within us a sacred mission—to embody and spread the peace, kindness, and humility of God's Kingdom in a world often fraught with turmoil.

Though our impact may seem subtle, like leaven in dough, we are catalysts for transformation, sowing seeds of hope and renewal. United in Christ, we form a mighty tree, rooted in the soil of His teachings and reaching out to embrace all humanity.

Believing in the Holy Spirit is not merely a statement of faith but a commitment to living out its profound implications. Let us continue to pray, that with each confession, our belief may deepen and our lives may reflect the Spirit's guiding presence.

Fr. Joe Tetlow, S.J