Today, we, in spirit of unity to commemorate the outpouring of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles. The day of Pentecost marks the birth of the Christian Church and reminds us of the transformative power of God's Spirit in our lives and communities.

On this holy day, we celebrate the gift of the Holy Spirit who empowers us to live out our faith with courage and conviction. The Holy Spirit unites us across languages, cultures, and denominations, enabling us to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ to all corners of the earth. It is through the Spirit that we are equipped to serve, to love, and to bring hope to a world in need.

In the context of Pakistan, where our Christian community faces unique challenges and opportunities, the message of Pentecost is particularly profound. It calls us to be agents of reconciliation, justice, and peace. It inspires us to stand firm in our faith, to support one another, and to extend Christ's love to our neighbors of all faiths and backgrounds.

Let us pray for a fresh anointing of the Holy Spirit upon our lives, our churches, and our nation. May we be filled with the Spirit's wisdom and power to be bold witnesses of Christ’s love and truth. Let us also commit ourselves to the ongoing mission of the Church, empowered by the same Spirit that breathed life into the early believers.

May this Pentecost be a time of renewal and revival for all of us. Let us move forward with the confidence that the Spirit who was poured out on the apostles is still at work today, guiding us, sustaining us, and leading us into all truth.

In Christ’s love and service,

Victor Azariah

General Secretary

National Council of Churches in Pakistan