Serving the Poor and the Persecuted
Dr. Stephen Rasche

The Holy Spirit in the Church’s Mission: Acts 8-28
Beginning with St. Paul’s conversion in the Acts of the Apostles, Dr. Schreck explores how the apostles’ mission in proclaiming the Gospel and carrying on Jesus’ ministry is guided and empowered by the Holy Spirit.
He highlights how St. Peter is guided by the Spirit to bring Gentiles into the Church, how the Spirit guides the Church’s leaders at the Council of Jerusalem, and how St. Paul prays over disciples of John the Baptist to receive the Spirit.
Dr. Schreck begins by summarizing why it was necessary for Jesus to undergo his passion and death. He explains the meaning and centrality of "the Resurrection of Jesus...the…...
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