Pentecost Sunday
PRAYER BURDEN
The Spirit’s presence is shown in some way in each person for the good of all. – 1 Corinthians 12:7
I
am blessed to be part of a group of intercessors. I learn to love and
serve others by bringing their intentions before God in prayer through
our gatherings. I also learn to “die to myself,” putting others’ needs
before my own when I pray.
One time, I suddenly woke up at 3:00 a.m. and felt very anxious about
work. As far as I knew, I was on track. So I asked the Lord, “Is there
someone You want me to pray for?” I sensed that my being awake was a
“prayer burden” and that I needed to pray for someone. Five minutes
later, I received a text message from a friend working as a caregiver in
the U.S. She was on the verge of being suspended due to an injury a
patient allegedly sustained under her care. I prayed for my friend and
surrendered her concern to God. Later in the day, my friend texted me
that the patient had no injury and all was well with her.
I am constantly amazed at the way the Holy Spirit moves within me to
guide and lead me about what, when and how I should pray. Come to think
of it, all I need to do is follow Him. Dina Pecaña (dpecana@yahoo.com)
Reflection: This Pentecost Sunday, thank the Father for sending us His precious gift of the Spirit.
Holy Spirit, make me sensitive to Your proddings, in Jesus’ name. Amen.
St. Theophilus of Corte, pray for us.
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