Pentecost Sunday, the conclusion of the Easter season, occurs 50 days after Easter Sunday. It marks the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles and Mary.

Pentecost is the definitive gift of the Holy Spirit. What do I mean by “definitive?” It is the final, fullest outpouring of the Spirit. God’s Spirit has been active in the world from the start.

Pentecost - 'The outpouring of the Holy Spirit' Pentecost is a Christian church holiday, falling on the seventh Sunday after Easter. The word Pentecost is derived from the Greek word "pentekoste ...

Faith Seeking Understanding: May we take time during this celebration of Pentecost not only to recall the Holy Spirit's enduring presence in human history, but to come to see more clearly the ...

Vatican City, May 19, 2024 / 08:15 am. On the solemnity of Pentecost, Pope Francis said that Christians are called to proclaim the Gospel to everyone with gentleness and the power of the Holy Spirit.

Vatican City, Jun 5, 2022 / 04:30 am. On the Solemnity of Pentecost, Pope Francis offered advice on how to distinguish the voice of the Holy Spirit from “the voice of the spirit of evil.” ...

Today marks Pentecost Sunday, a celebration recognized by Christians around the world commemorating the gift of God in the Holy Spirit. Pentecost is celebrated 50 days after Easter and is often ...