The visible unity of the Church arises from the presence and activity of the Holy Ghost in the Church, and from the interior bonds that the Holy Ghost fashions among all living members of the Church. By His presence in the hearts of the faithful, the Holy Ghost imparts the life of grace to those who will receive it, and inspires in them one faith, hope and love. All are united by:
--the same Holy Ghost living in each one, making all one,
--the same life of grace,
--the same faith, hope, and love.
The interior bonds of grace, faith, hope, and love, given by the Holy Ghost, manifest themselves outwardly in the visible bonds of unity mentioned above: the same professed faith, sacraments, ecclesiastical government, and communion of love.
We must continue to pray for all those who have separated themselves from the true faith.
Sincerely in Christ,
Rev. Jeffery A. Faschig
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