Novena to the Holy Ghost
A powerful nine-day prayer to honor the Holy Ghost and seek His divine gifts for spiritual transformation and sanctification.
About the Novena to the Holy Ghost
The Novena to the Holy Ghost is a beautiful nine-day prayer that honors the Third Person of the Holy Trinity and seeks His divine gifts and graces. This novena helps us prepare for spiritual transformation and sanctification through the power of the Holy Spirit.
Through this novena, we pray for divine adoration, the fulfillment of the Paraclete's promise, participation in Pentecostal gifts, a worthy dwelling for the Spirit, divine illumination, pure love, conformity to God's will, practice of divine virtues, and heavenly peace.
This novena reminds us that the Holy Ghost is our Comforter, Guide, and Sanctifier, who transforms our hearts and minds to be more like Christ and leads us to eternal life.
Daily Prayers
Divine Adoration
Pray in adoration and acknowledgment of the Holy Ghost.
Paraclete's Promise
Pray for the fulfillment of the Paraclete's promise.
Pentecostal Gifts
Pray to participate in the gifts of Pentecost.
Worthy Dwelling
Pray for the Holy Ghost to make your heart a worthy dwelling.
Divine Illumination
Pray for illumination of mind and understanding.
Pure Love
Pray for pure love and cleansing from attachments.
Divine Will
Pray for strength to conform to the divine will.
Divine Virtues
Pray for grace to practice divine lessons and virtues.
Heavenly Peace
Pray for sanctification and heavenly peace.
How to Make an Excellent Novena
Trust in the Holy Ghost
Trust completely in the power of the Holy Ghost and in His ability to transform your soul. Turn to Him with confidence for all your spiritual needs and divine grace.
Be Persistent
Pray this novena with persistence and faith. The Holy Ghost will not fail to help those who turn to Him with trust and confidence for spiritual transformation.
Be Specific
Present your specific intentions to the Holy Ghost, especially those related to your spiritual growth and sanctification.
Be Grateful
Thank the Holy Ghost for His gifts and for the graces you receive. Gratitude opens our hearts to receive more spiritual blessings.
The Three Theological Virtues
Faith
Believe in the Holy Ghost as the Third Person of the Trinity and in His power to transform us. Trust that He is truly our Comforter and Guide.
Hope
Hope in the Holy Ghost's ability to sanctify us and lead us to eternal life. Maintain confidence that He will provide the grace we need for salvation.
Charity
Pray with love for God and for the Holy Ghost. Include in your intentions the needs of all souls who are seeking spiritual transformation and sanctification.
What is the Devotion to the Holy Ghost?
The Holy Ghost is the Third Person of the Holy Trinity, the Spirit of God who proceeds from the Father and the Son. This devotion honors Him as our Comforter, Guide, and Sanctifier, who transforms our hearts and minds to be more like Christ.
Paraclete and Comforter - The Holy Ghost is called the Paraclete, meaning "Comforter" or "Advocate." He is the One whom Jesus promised to send to His disciples, to be with them always and to guide them into all truth. He comforts us in our sorrows and strengthens us in our weaknesses.
Giver of Gifts - The Holy Ghost bestows upon us the seven gifts: wisdom, understanding, counsel, fortitude, knowledge, piety, and fear of the Lord. He also gives us the fruits of the Spirit: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.
Sanctifier - The Holy Ghost is the Sanctifier who makes us holy. He purifies our hearts, enlightens our minds, and strengthens our wills to live according to God's commandments. He transforms us into the image of Christ.
Feast Day - The Feast of Pentecost celebrates the descent of the Holy Ghost upon the Apostles, and this novena is especially popular among those seeking spiritual transformation, the gifts of the Holy Spirit, and deeper sanctification.