Pentecost celebration marks Holy Spirit’s descent in Jerusalem

A Pentecost service highlighted the biblical account of the Holy Spirit descending upon the disciples in Jerusalem. The liturgy recounted the sudden wind and tongues of fire described in Acts 2, noting that believers began speaking in many languages, heard by a diverse crowd from across the known world.

The reading also featured Apostle Peter’s proclamation that the event fulfilled the prophet Joel’s prophecy, emphasizing that the outpouring of the Spirit is for all people. The service concluded with the traditional Easter‑type greeting of peace, recalling Jesus’ appearance to the disciples after his resurrection.