Gifts of the Holy Spirit

Knowledge is the gift that helps us to know ourselves and the world around us. It helps us to know where our faith is leading us and what our church is about. “Knowledge” is the gift that makes us smart about ourselves

During the sacrament of Confirmation we receive the gift of Understanding. This helps us to untie the knots, to straighten out our lives, to deal with our problems. “Understanding” is letting the Word of God have room in our lives

Wisdom is the gift of the Holy Spirit that helps us to see and understand God’s plan in our lives and in the world. It helps us to say, “Aha, I finally understand.”

Courage (Fortitude) is the gift of the Holy Spirit that helps us walk out into the world and feel prepared. It gives us the strength to stand up for what we believe and do what’s right, no matter how hard.

Reverence (Piety) is the gift of the Holy Spirit that helps us to see God in everything around us and to deeply respect God’s creation. It teaches us to treat our fragile world gently.

Wonder (Fear of the Lord) is the gift of the Holy Spirit that keeps us awestruck by the power, glory, and beauty of God in our lives. We have “Wonder” and awe of the Lord as we recognize God’s greatness and do not want to offend

Right Judgment (Counsel) is the gift of the Holy Spirit that encourages us to talk things over so that we can make choices that let us feel comfortable with ourselves afterward, especially in difficult situations. “Right Judgment” keeps us from feeling like suckers.