By Constance T. Hull, Catholic Exchange - We live in dark days. The suffering is immense. I see it on an almost daily basis as I work in full-time ministry in a large parish. The world needs the flame of Pentecost to burn brightly within our hearts, families, and parishes. We are called to lead others to the answer and the hope for this tired world found in Christ Jesus. The Lord equips us for this mission through the Sacraments, reverent celebrations of the Mass, a deep life of prayer, sacrifice, and yes, the charismatic gifts.