We hear about the events of Pentecost as the Holy Spirit is given to individuals in all their diversity. Those gathered from the surrounding nations hear God’s good news being declared in their own languages. Peter addresses the crowds, telling them that what they have seen is a fulfilment of Joel’s prophecy that God’s Spirit will be poured out on all people.

We are individuals with our own gifts, passions and personality traits, but we are united by our faith in God and a common vision. Do we recognise gifts in each other and bring them together to present something beautiful to God?