A papal conclave blends the political and the spiritual, cardinals and theologians say. Here, in Catholic belief, is how the Holy Spirit fits in.

Pope Francis has approved a miracle attributed to the intercession of Blessed Elena Guerra, foundress of the Oblates of the Holy Spirit, friend of Pope Leo XIII and teacher of St. Gemma Galgani.

We can experience the Holy Spirit by becoming attuned to the Spirit's movement in our experiences, says Fr. Daniel P. Horan. We just might find that she defies our preconceived notions of God.

A bird or a flame. Traditionally, these are the most common images used as metaphors for the Holy Spirit. The ornithological metaphor is usually traced back to Luke 3:22 when, at Jesus' baptism by ...

A friend of Pope Leo XIII and the teacher of St. Gemma Galgani, Elena Guerra (1835–1914) is known for her spiritual writings and her devotion to the Holy Spirit.

Day 4 Join in praying the Divine Mercy Novena In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. "Today bring to Me THOSE WHO DO NOT BELIEVE IN GOD AND THOSE WHO DO NOT YET ...

The Holy Spirit is as accessible to us as the Father and the Son and Christians should readily turn to him in prayer and supplication. There are many ways in which we can call upon the Holy Spirit.

Father Kirby also suggested, “While making a Holy Hour, we can pray the Rosary or Divine Mercy Chaplet or even walk the Stations of the Cross. These type of prayers are very structured and can ...

A Homily for Pentecost Sunday. Readings for the Vigil Mass: Genesis 11:1-9 Romans 8:22-27 John 7:37-39 Readings for the Mass during the Day: Acts 2:1-11 1 Cor 12:3b-7, 12-13 John 20:19-23 Editor ...