Background Notes

Jesus knew that unless the Father sent the Holy Spirit to the first Christians, his teachings and memory would soon fade. Only God’s Spirit would be able to keep the Gospel message burning in the hearts of Jesus’ followers. The Holy Spirit filled the hearts of the disciples and enabled them to teach and preach with great courage about Jesus of Nazareth and all that took place through his life, death, and Resurrection. The Holy Spirit fills our hearts with the same fervor.


"Spread the Good News" Prayer Celebration Notes

Focus		The gifts of the Spirit strengthen us to share the good news
Materials Needed		Prayer table, Bible, candle, music
Reading		Acts 2: 1–4
Music		"O Breathe on Me, O Breath of God," Blest Are We Music CD 4; "Sing Out, Earth and Skies," Blest Are We Music CD 5
Preparation		Print out and photocopy the liturgy, "Spread the Good News" for each child. Divide the group into 2 sections, and select one or more readers. Prepare your role as leader.
Adaptation		Have participants bring in objects, such as pictures that symbolize the people who will be prayed for during the liturgy. These objects can be placed on the prayer table in advance or brought up as each petition is read.
Additional Materials		"O Breathe on Me, O Breath of God," Blest Are We Music CD 4 Call RCL Benziger at 1-877-ASK-4-RCL (1-877-275-4725). ORDER NUMBER: 0-382-36655-7 "Sing Out, Earth and Skies," Blest Are We Music CD 5 ORDER NUMBER: 0-382-36656-5 Blest Are We Song Book Words and melody for children; contains music for levels 1-8 ORDER NUMBER: 0-382-36617-4 Blest Are We Accompaniment Book Contains accompaniment music for levels 1-8 ORDER NUMBER: 0-382-36618-2