From today’s Scripture: “I have told you this while I am with you. The Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you everything and remind you of all that I told you.” —Jn 14:26

This is one of those readings that makes me realize how shocking some of Jesus’ teachings were to the apostles. I have to wonder, did this help or hinder the apostles’ understanding? I can see Thomas thinking, “The Holy What?” The rabbis never mentioned the Holy Spirit during lessons in the synagogue. And it’s not something that they could decipher like a Miss Marple mystery. No, it’s an understanding that will arrive with tongues of fire in that upper room on Pentecost Sunday.

Let us pray: Dear God, help me understand what I’m called to do and to be open to receiving the Holy Spirit to help me to understand.

Today’s author is Mike Schneider, Glenmary’s former Treasurer and Chief Administrator.

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