Empowered by the Holy Spirit, Sent to Live the Faith
Pentecost celebrates the gift of the Holy Spirit and the beginning of the Church’s witness in the world.
Pentecost is one of the great days of the Christian year. It comes at the close of the Easter Season and remembers the day the Holy Spirit was poured out on the followers of Jesus. It is a day of power, promise, and sending — a reminder that God still equips ordinary people to live and share the good news.
Quick Details
- Pentecost Sunday: May 24, 2026
- Worship Time: 9:30 a.m.
- Liturgical Color: Red
- Primary Scripture: Acts 2:1–21
From Easter to Pentecost
The story of Pentecost begins with Easter. After the resurrection, Jesus continued to appear to his followers, teaching them, strengthening them, and preparing them for what would come next.
On Ascension, Jesus returned to the Father and promised that his disciples would not be left alone. They were told to wait for the gift of the Holy Spirit. Pentecost is the fulfillment of that promise.
What Is Pentecost?
In Acts 2, the followers of Jesus were gathered in Jerusalem when the Holy Spirit came with the sound of a mighty wind and what appeared to be tongues of fire. People from many places heard the good news of Jesus in their own languages.
Pentecost is often called the birthday of the Church because it marks the moment when the followers of Jesus were empowered and sent out to bear witness to the world.
Why Pentecost Matters
Pentecost reminds us that the Church is not built on human strength alone. The Holy Spirit gathers, equips, comforts, teaches, and sends God’s people.
This day also reminds us that faith is not meant to stay hidden. The Spirit sends the Church into the world to love boldly, serve joyfully, and lead courageously in local communities and worldwide connections.
Symbols of Pentecost
Fire
Fire reminds us of the presence and power of the Holy Spirit, who appeared like tongues of fire in Acts 2.
Wind
Wind points to the movement of the Spirit — unseen, powerful, and life-giving.
Red
Red is the traditional color of Pentecost and represents the fire and energy of the Holy Spirit.
Many Languages
The languages spoken at Pentecost remind us that the good news of Jesus is for all people.
Living Pentecost
- We listen: The Spirit continues to guide the Church in worship, prayer, and discernment.
- We serve: The Spirit equips ordinary people for ministry in everyday life.
- We witness: The Spirit sends us to share the love of Christ in word and action.
Pentecost is not only something the Church remembers. It is something the Church continues to live.
Moving Into Ordinary Time
Pentecost is not the end of the story. It leads us into the Season after Pentecost, often called Ordinary Time. In this season, the Church continues to grow in faith and live out the work of discipleship.
Ordinary Time is not “ordinary” because it is unimportant. It is the season of steady, faithful living — worshiping, serving, learning, praying, and following Christ in daily life.
The story continues as we move from the celebration of the Spirit’s arrival into the everyday work of living as Christ’s people.
Join Us
Whether you are exploring faith, returning after time away, or deeply rooted in church life, you are invited to worship with us as we celebrate Pentecost and continue into the season of living out our faith together.