Reflection:
Recently, have we acted in or experienced any of the fruits of the Holy Spirit?
If we have not exhibited or experienced these attributes recently, that should wake us up to realize we are veering off the path of the Gospel of Christ. It is not our environment, but what is within us that needs to be addressed and guided back toward a relationship with Christ.
Let us examine(1) our: day, behavior, thoughts, feelings, words, and actions and compare them to the fruits of the Holy Spirit mentioned by St Paul.
Once we determine where we are lacking (since all people do lack somewhere in that list), let us run to Christ and re-engage our life in the Church in an even stronger way than ever before.
As we approach the Feast of Pentecost this Sunday, may we strive toward growing closer to Christ and making room in our hearts for the Holy Spirit to work through us.
