The dove is the usual symbol for the Holy Spirit.   Mary Haddow outlines the qualities of the Wild Goose, which is the symbol for the Spirit in the Celtic tradition.

There is music for Pentecost between the interviews.   Michael Berkeley talks to Bill Browder about the difficulty of doing business in Russia.   Mariella Frostrup questions Petina Gappah about her book portraying Zimbabwe.    Malcolm Guite reads his version of Psalm 16.

Michael Berkeley talks to poet Caroline Bird about her problems with depression.   Adrian Plass explains how he was helped by a loving and sympathetic couple.   Malcolm Guite reads his version of Psalm 15.   Iain Ramsden has a powerful modern parable.   Juli Wilson Black from Alexandria talks about her visit to some of Perthshire's big trees.

Mary Haddow emphasises the importance of Christian Aid Week (with noisy Springtime bird song in the background!)

Mary Haddow has a dramatic illustration of Perfect Peace.   Adrian Plass sympathises with victims of sarcasm.   Malcolm Guite updates Psalm 14.   Mariella Frostrup quizzes award winning novelist Leila Aboulela about her latest book on Islam.

Rev Fiona Gardner from Temple Anniesland in Glasgow expounds the Gospel of John chapter 15.

Mary Haddow encourages us to follow the example of Philip,  in accepting the promptings of the Holy Spirit.

Larry Gentis and friend tell the story of Samuel's call by God.   Michael Berkeley talks to Tim Harford about making the most out of life.   Malcolm Guite reads his updated version of Psalm 13.   Adrian Plass says he fears Landing more than Flying!   Mary Haddow encourages us to reach out in Love.

Nadifa Mohamed chooses Purcell's Dido's Lament and Pergolesi's Stabat Mater as her favourite songs.   Malcolm Guite reads his version of Psalm 5, followed by Tchaikovsky's Cherubic Hymn.   Adrian Plass describes an amusing visit to his local hardware store.

Mary Haddow explores the riches of the 23rd Psalm - "I shall lack Nothing".