Pittsburgh Theological Seminary is committed to being a resource to the community. So, to make your Pentencost service planning a bit easier, inside we’ve provided an introduction to the season video with accompanying lesson plan as well as Pentecost-themed pieces written by faculty. Use these free resources as they are, or adjust them for your context!
Pentecost E-Book
Read three pieces by PTS faculty and be inspired in your personal devotions or in your service planning. These sermons and blog posts were written by Professors Steve Tuell, Heather Vacek, and Roger Owens.
Audio Files
"What Should We Do?" The Rev. Dr. Heather H. Vacek, Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of Faculty and Assistant Professor of Church History
"What in the World?" The Rev. Dr. L. Roger Owens, Associate Professor of Leadership and Ministry
What is Pentecost? Video
Share this video with your congregation, youth group, or adult Bible study! Also, here's a great lesson plan to accompany the video that explores Pentecost. DOWNLOAD THE LESSON PLAN
If you'd like to use the video with a group but don't have access to the Internet when needed, consider downloading the video in advance. DOWNLOAD THE VIDEO
PowerPoint Slides
Consider adapting this template for your worship service. Insert your Scripture passage, Call to Worship, hymns, announcements, or whatever else you may need! DOWNLOAD THE POWERPOINT