The Spirit comes
with the tenderness of a true friend and 
protector,
to save, to heal, to teach, to counsel,
to strengthen, to console.

 
St. Cyril of Jerusalem, 4th century

The Spirit comes to enlighten the mind,
first, of the one who receives him;
and then, through him, the minds of others as well.

 
St. Cyril of Jerusalem, 4th century

We need patience and courage
in order to keep advancing, exploring new paths,
and responding to the promptings of the Holy Spirit.

 
Pope Francis, 21st century

Those whose hearts are pure
are the temples of the Holy Spirit.

 
St. Rose of Lima, 17th century

The Spirit comes with the tenderness
of a true friend and 
protector
to save, to heal, to teach, to counsel,
to strengthen, to console.

 
St. Cyril of Jerusalem, 4th century

The Spirit comes to enlighten the mind first,
of the one who receives him,
and then, through him, the minds of others as well.

 
St. Cyril of Jerusalem, 4th century

The Spirit offers his own light to every mind,
to help it in its search for truth.

 
St. Basil the Great, 4th century

The Spirit comes gently
and makes himself known 'by his fragrance.
He is not felt as a burden, for he is light.

 
St. Cyril of Jerusalem, 4th century