📖 Scripture Focus: Acts 19:1-8 (Paul in Ephesus) – "Did you receive the Holy Spirit when you became believers?"
🙏 Homily by Fr. Samuel Hakeem, OP – A transformative reflection on why many Christians live like they've "never heard of the Holy Spirit" and how to truly embrace the Spirit's gifts.
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📌 Key Takeaways:
✔️ The shocking truth: Why many baptized Catholics live like the Ephesians (Acts 19:2)
✔️ Holy Spirit = God's Love Personified – What this means for your prayer life
✔️ How the Spirit animates the Church today through your gifts
✔️ A simple prayer to invite the Holy Spirit into your daily life
📜 Key Quote:
"The more we celebrate the Holy Spirit, the greater our unity with God."
💬 Discussion Questions:
* When did you first consciously experience the Holy Spirit?
* Which gift of the Spirit (wisdom, understanding, etc.) do you need most right now?
Comment below! Let’s pray for each other: "Come, Holy Spirit!"
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