The blessing of this water reminds us of Christ, the living water, and of the sacrament of Baptism, in which we were born of water and the Holy Spirit. Whenever, therefore, we are sprinkled with ...

This blessing has a simple yet powerful message ... The reference to the wind is thought to be a reference to the Holy Spirit, who came as a “mighty wind” at Pentecost. The sun’s warmth ...

scapulars, rosaries, and other articles used for religious devotions. In special circumstances, a priest or deacon may use the following short blessing formulary.