Prophecy for Communities Mass, December 17, 2010 “Indeed, the Lord God does nothing without revealing His plan to His servants, the prophets.” (Amos 3:7) “Set your hearts on spiritual gifts – above all, the gift of prophecy. A man who speaks in a tongue is talking not to men but to God. No one understands him, because he utters mysteries in the Spirit. The prophet, on the other hand, speaks to men for their upbuilding, their encouragement, and their consolation. He who speaks in a tongue builds up himself, but he who prophesies builds up the church. I should like it if all of you spoke in tongues, but I much prefer that you prophesy.” (1 Cor 14:1-5)