Sermon: The Boldness of the Holy Spirit

Reverend Heidi Petersen prepared this sermon entitled “The Boldness of the Holy Spirit”. It is based on the scripture reading at Acts 2:1-20. Tenda, Euline and Deidre prepared the opening prayer. And the hymn, “Holy Spirit, Thou art welcome in this place” was performed by Lucretia Sikwebu. This podcast was produced during the time of lockdown as a service to Saint Barnabas United Church. So drop us an email, if you would like to subscribe. Similarly, visit the Spudcaster page for more podcasts.

Responsive prayer

Greetings Saints church family.

In response to thr President’s call to UNITE IN PRAYER as a nation on Sunday the 31st of May, I wish to :

ENCOURAGE all of our parishioners to participate in the prayer vigil and to find a suitable time to do so with your loved ones.

2.SUGGEST some prayer pointers – recognising that you have your own requests too

Let us together:

ACKNOWLEDGE -that God is Almighty and Holy able to do far more we can ever ask for.
GIVE THANKS – for basic needs being met… (Add your own prayers of gratitude)

PRAY FOR:

a fresh outpouring of God’s Holy and Transforming spirit that will lead to a spiritual revival in our churched , our country and the world
The leaders of our country – the Covid 19 Command Crew
The containment of the dreadful disease and all infected by the Covid 19 disease

4.Those mourning the loss of loved ones as a direct result of the disease

School management teams/ personnel/learners returning ti school on Monday
The economy / job security / job losses
A discerning spirit for clergy/ councils as we consider what is best for all concerned regarding the re-opening of churches in level 3.

PRAYER IS POWERFUL🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

Shalom🕊️

Heidi