The Presence of the Holy Spirit

Dear Parishioners,

As we begin this New Year and continue our spiritual journey, I ask that all of us seek to come to a deeper and more profound realization of the presence of the Holy Spirit in our lives.

Perhaps we can spend time contemplating the Seven Gifts of the Holy Spirit and the Twelve Fruits of the Holy Spirit which we have all received. We need to ask the Holy Spirit to open us up more to these Gifts and Fruits in our daily lives.

Perhaps we could concentrate on one or more for a day or so, and intentionally recognize and put it into practice in our personal lives and encounters with others. Below, please find the list of the Seven Gifts and Twelve Fruits.

God bless us all!
Fr. Citino

 

Gifts of the Holy Spirit                            Fruits of the Holy Spirit

Wisdom                                                             Charity

Understanding                                                Joy

Counsel                                                              Peace

Fortitude                                                           Patience

Knowledge                                                       Kindness

Piety                                                                    Goodness

Fear of The Lord                                            Generosity

Gentleness

Faithfulness

Modesty

Self-Control

Chastity