Novena To The Holy Spirit

We ought to pray and invoke the Holy Spirit, for each of us greatly needs His protection and His help. The more a man is deficient in wisdom, weak in strength, borne down with trouble, prone to sin, so ought he the more fly to Him Who is the never ceasing Fount of Light, Strength, Consolation and Holiness.” – Pope Leo XIII

The next traditional time for the novena to begin is May 30–June 7, 2025.

Day One – Friday of the Sixth Week of Easter
Day Two – Saturday of the Sixth Week of Easter
Day Three – Sunday of the Seventh Week of Easter
Day Four – Monday of the Seventh Week of Easter
Day Five – Tuesday of the Seventh Week of Easter
Day Six – Wednesday of the Seventh Week of Easter
Day Seven – Thursday of the Seventh Week of Easter
Day Eight – Friday of the Seventh Week of Easter
Day Nine – Saturday of the Seventh Week of Easter

Act of Consecration to the Holy Ghost

On my knees / before the great multitude of heavenly witnesses / I offer myself, soul and body / to Thee O Eternal Spirit of God. / I adore the brightness of Thy purity / the unerring keenness of Thy justice / and the might of Thy love. Thou art the Strength / and Light of my soul. / In Thee I live and move and am. / I desire never to grieve Thee by unfaithfulness to grace, and I pray with all my heart to be kept from the smallest sin against Thee. / Mercifully guard my every thought / and grant that I may always watch for Thy light / and listen to Thy voice / and follow Thy gracious inspirations. / I cling to Thee / and give myself to Thee / and ask Thee / by Thy compassion / to watch over me in my weakness. / Holding the pierced feet of Jesus / and looking at His five Wounds / and trusting in His Precious Blood / and adoring His opened side and stricken Heart / I implore Thee / Adorable Spirit / Helper of my infirmity, / so to keep me in Thy grace / that I may never sin against Thee. / Give me grace / O Holy Ghost, / Spirit of the Father and of the Son / to say to Thee always and everywhere / “Speak, Lord / for Thy servant heareth.”

Prayer for the Seven Gifts of the Holy Ghost

O Lord Jesus Christ / Who, before ascending into heaven / did promise to send the Holy Ghost / to finish Thy work / in the souls of Thine Apostles and Disciples / deign to grant the same Holy Spirit to me / that He may perfect in my soul / the work of Thy grace and Thy love. / Grant me the Spirit of Wisdom / that I may despise the perishable things of this world / and aspire only after the things / that are eternal, / the Spirit of Understanding, to enlighten my mind with the light of Your divine truth, / the Spirit of Counsel / that I may choose / the surest way of pleasing God / and gaining heaven, / the Spirit of Fortitude / that I may bear my cross with Thee / and that I may overcome with courage all the obstacles that oppose my salvation, / the Spirit of Knowledge that I may know God and know myself / and grow perfect in the science of the Saints, / the Spirit of Piety / that I may find the service of God sweet and amiable, / the Spirit of Fear of the Lord / that I may be filled with a loving reverence towards God, and may dread in any way to displease Him. / Mark me, dear Lord, / with the sign of Thy true disciples / and animate me in all things with Thy Spirit. / Amen.

Novena to the Holy Spirit: A Prayer for Guidance, Strength, and Wisdom

The Novena to the Holy Spirit is a powerful prayer prayed for nine days, asking for the presence of the Holy Spirit to guide, strengthen, and enlighten our hearts. Traditionally prayed in preparation for Pentecost, this novena can be prayed at any time to receive the Holy Spirit's help and grace.

Day 1: Prayer for the Gifts of the Holy Spirit

Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of Your faithful and kindle in them the fire of Your love. Send forth Your Spirit, and they shall be created, and You shall renew the face of the earth.

O God, Who by the light of the Holy Spirit did instruct the hearts of the faithful, grant that by the same Holy Spirit we may be truly wise and ever rejoice in His consolation. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Day 2: Prayer for Strength

Holy Spirit, Comforter of all, I turn to You for help. In moments of doubt and fear, I ask for Your strength and peace. Fill me with Your divine power, so I may have the courage to overcome obstacles and live according to Your will. Grant me the strength to follow Your guidance in all things. Amen.

Day 3: Prayer for Wisdom

Holy Spirit, Spirit of wisdom, enlighten my mind and heart. Guide me in the path of righteousness and help me discern what is right. Fill me with understanding and wisdom so that I may live according to God’s will and share His love with others. Amen.

Day 4: Prayer for Understanding

Holy Spirit, Spirit of understanding, open my heart to Your wisdom. Help me to understand God’s Word more clearly, to know His will for me, and to be a faithful servant in His Kingdom. Grant me the ability to understand the needs of those around me and to act in compassion and love. Amen.

Day 5: Prayer for Counsel

Holy Spirit, Spirit of Counsel, give me Your divine guidance in every decision I make. Help me to seek Your will above all else and to trust in Your wisdom. Guide me in the ways of truth, and lead me to a deeper relationship with God. Amen.

Day 6: Prayer for Piety

Holy Spirit, Spirit of Piety, fill my soul with Your love and devotion. Teach me to love and honor God in all things, to serve others with humility, and to live with joy in His presence. Grant me the grace to deepen my prayer life and to draw closer to You each day. Amen.

Day 7: Prayer for Fear of the Lord

Holy Spirit, Spirit of the Fear of the Lord, grant me the grace to honor and revere God in all my actions. Teach me to recognize His greatness, to live in awe of His love, and to humble myself before His divine majesty. May I always act with reverence for God’s will. Amen.

Day 8: Prayer for Peace

Holy Spirit, Spirit of peace, bring Your calming presence into my life. In times of conflict and anxiety, fill my heart with the peace that only You can give. Help me to share that peace with others and to live as an instrument of Your love in the world. Amen.

Day 9: Prayer for a New Beginning

Come, Holy Spirit, and make me a new creation in Christ. Help me to live each day with faith, hope, and love. Fill me with Your presence, and empower me to be a witness of God’s grace. I offer myself to You, trusting that You will guide me to new heights in my spiritual journey. Amen.