Msgr. Pope on Qualities Manifest by the Apostles after Pentecost

"The Apostles were dramatically changed at Pentecost and the outpouring of the Holy Spirit for mission that took place there. Prior to this, even after seeing the risen Lord, they were timid and most uncertain about what to do. Peter even went back to fishing. But after Pentecost, all this changes. They are bold, courageous and quite certain of all Jesus taught.

"It is worthwhile to look back at a text that sets forth this change in the apostles with a picture of courage and holy boldness that is too little evident in many Catholics.. . ."

In a recent commentary, Monsignor Charles Pope (pastor of Holy Comforter-Saint Cyprian Parish, Washington, DC) reflected on some of the qualities one can see in the Apostles right after the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on Pentecost.

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Community in Mission: Four Qualities Manifest By The Apostles Just After Pentecost (24 MAY 21)