During the Baptism of Jesus, the Apostle John saw the Spirit of God coming down from above like a dove (Matthew 3:16). While John was only able to baptize with water, Christ baptized with the power of the Holy Spirit. This picture depicts the Holy Spirit, which is one with the father and Son, descending to give us grace and lead us to God. The prayer framing the image proclaims, “Come Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and kindle in them the fire of your love.”