Today we celebrate the Feast of Pentecost, one of the important feasts in the Church calendar. It is fifty days since we celebrated Jesus’ resurrection. The Acts of the Apostles tells us that it was on the Jewish feast of Pentecost that the apostles were emboldened by the Holy Spirit to preach to Israel, assembled in Jerusalem. The disciples began to speak in the tongues of all nations, which was a sign of the presence of the Holy Spirit. And every foreigner present could hear the disciples speaking in their own native tongue.

This means that if we want to connect with others or the groups we serve, we need to speak a language that they can understand. This is the outward sign of a person who is filled with the Holy Spirit. 

I remember that I once participated in a spiritual practice in a men's group. My mentor asked me, "What do you do when you encounter difficulties?" I said, "I talk to my best friend and my spiritual director." Then, he repeated my words: "Oh, you will talk to your best friend and spiritual director when you encounter difficulties." It was his simple repetition that made me realize that I had given up on myself and my own abilities and transitioned to relying on external forces. This skill of simply repeating what is said plays an important role in my practice as a therapist in China. Language and listening attentively makes for a trusting relationship that paves the way for growth.

In fact, speaking each other's language is something that everyone can do, and it is a basic skill that everyone needs to learn in daily life. The mutual understanding and communication between husband and wife will make for a deeper loving marriage. When parents and children speak each other's language, the barriers between them become opportunities for them to get to know each other and grow in their relationship. When bosses and employees speak each other’s language, there’s more momentum, efficiency and mutual understanding. When church members understand the worship and teaching, the prayers and sermons, they can participate more actively and deeply in the faith and in the communion with one another. The Holy Spirit brings people together and enables true discipleship. 

Today we celebrate the gift of the Holy Spirit to the Church and to each of us. We received this gift at our Baptism and Confirmation. The Spirit is our guide on a daily basis if we seek his help and encouragement. On this feast of Pentecost we pray for the Spirit of God, the breath of life to renew the face of the earth and to renew us, so that we may know the healing love of God in our lives. 

Summer Camp 2026

We are thrilled to offer summer options for our families.

• We will hold our traditional summer camps for registered Saint Andrew students during the first two weeks of the summer break. Registration is open! 

• Saint Andrew Summer Adventure Camp will be offered for the majority of the remaining summer weeks. Adventure Camp Registration for SA students, their friends, and neighbors in the community is open. 

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