Tim Keller in his primer on preaching (simply called Preaching) says that the difference between a poor sermon and a good sermon is on us. All poor sermons are the preacher’s fault. But, he says, the ...

In confirmation, the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit are increased within a soul: wisdom, understanding, knowledge, counsel, fortitude, piety and fear of the Lord. Fresco of Pentecost in Church of ...

As we celebrate the birth of our church on this feast of Pentecost, our readings offer thick, robust accounts of the Holy Spirit at work. The first reading, from Acts, narrates the outpouring of the ...