The Holy Spirit and the mission of the Church

Abstract

The Church began on the day of Pentecost, when the Holy Spirit was sent, and the apostles started to "bear witness" to the salvific meaning of the death and resurrection of Christ. After the descent of the Holy Spirit, the preaching of the Church started. The apostles were aware that they were called and sent to do the missionary work. They received power from the Holy Spirit, which obliged them to act. Prayer to the Holy Spirit is important for the fulfillment of the mission of the Church. The Church needs to be open to the work of the Holy Spirit and must not forget that the Holy Spirit himself helps us in our weaknesses.