The Holy Spirit Religion 9A Unit 2 Day 8

I Believe in the Holy Spirit Veni Sancte Spiritus The Holy Spirit is the 3 rd person of the Trinity When Jesus Ascended into Heaven, he promised to send a helper, an advocate. Read John 14: 16 – 17, 26 How did you describe the Holy Spirit in your homework?

Images of the Holy Spirit

Holy Spirit Paraclete is another name for the Holy Spirit meaning “advocate, defender, consoler” The Holy Spirit is the one who inspires people and the Church. The gifts of the Spirit are an outpouring of God’s gifts to help us live a Christian life. There are seven.

Gifts of the Spirit When we see these gifts at work, we see the Holy Spirit. Describe an event or someone that has inspired you. Read Is. 11:2 – 3; The gifts of the Spirit are listed in scripture. Wisdom, Understanding, Knowledge, Counsel (Right Judgment), Fortitude, Piety, and Fear of the Lord.

The Holy Spirit The Holy Spirit always was, with God the Father and Son. The Holy Spirit has “spoken through the prophets.” The Holy Spirit guided the biblical authors to reveal God’s Word. (example: electricity) Old Testament authors use the words “wind” or “breath” to describe the Spirit.

Pentecost The Holy Spirit made herself known to us specifically in the event of Pentecost. Pentecost was a Jewish feast, when all were gathered in Jerusalem. 50 days after Passover for the Jews, after Easter for Catholics. Read Acts 2: 1 – 41, and 2: 2 - 4

Pentecost From your homework: What happened at the feast of Pentecost?

The Birthday of the Church Pentecost is known as the birthday of the church. It was the first moment people started to talk about the mystery of Christ to other people. They shared the Paschal Mystery: the moment of Salvation and Redemption. What Christ accomplished was made known to all by the power of the Holy Spirit.

Pentecost

The Holy Spirit in Jesus’ Life Read in your book. p How does the Holy Spirit continue to act today?

The Holy Spirit Today Gives gifts to build up the Church –make us holy. These gifts are also known as charisms (a special gift of the Holy Spirit that builds up the church) Dwells in the Church and in the hearts of the baptized. Teaches us how to pray, and prays on our behalf.

The Church The Holy Spirit guides the church today through: Scripture Tradition Magisterium Sacraments Prayer Ministries of the Church

Holy Spirit Dwells in the Church and in the hearts of the faithful. Teaches us how to pray, and prays on our behalf. Equips and directs the Church with the Spirit’s fruits.

Trinity The love between the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Read pages 88 – 90. Answer with a partner: What is the Divine Mission of the Blessed Trinity?

Divine Mission Mission of the Holy Trinity: Salvation History The Father : Creator (creation and continual existence) The Son: Redeemer/Savior (sacrifice) The Holy Spirit: Sanctifier (makes us holy) Prayer - p. 93

Mary, Mother of God Read p. 129 – 132 Each group will describe and present one aspect of Mary. Immaculate Concepcion Virgin Mary Mother of God Mother of the Church Assumption

Maryology Immaculate Concepcion: Mary conceived without original sin to make it possible to bear Christ. Virgin Mary: Mary conceived as a virgin. Theo-tokos: Mary is the God-bearer. (Jesus was born) Assumption: Mary was taken to heaven body and soul Veneration: Catholics have a special admiration for Mary as a model of faith and mother of the church.

Mary and Catholics Do Catholics pray to Mary? Hail Mary, Full of Grace, the Lord is with you. Blessed are you among women, and blessed is the fruit of your womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us, sinners, now and at the hour of our death, Amen.

The Blessed Virgin Mary We call Mary a Saint because she is a model of Faith. At the Cross, Jesus gave her to us as Mother. Annunciation – Gospel Value – Trusted in GOD! She said “Yes” Faithful to Jesus; to pray and serve Not Words But Deeds!

Review for Exam Creed Review Unit 2 Outcomes Create a study guide Terms (group brainstorm)