More of the Holy Spirit: How to Keep the Fire Burning in Our Hearts

by Ann Shields

In the last forty years, many Catholics have experienced an outpouring of the Holy Spirit in their lives that resulted in a new passion for God and a zeal for spreading the gospel. In addition to a newfound love of prayer, Scripture, and the Eucharist, many have been blessed with the supernatural gifts of the Holy Spirit, such as tongues and healing. Yet as the years go by, many often experience a waning of the gifts of the Spirit as well as a lukewarmness creeping into their lives. What can we do to keep that fire for God, which may have been ignited many years ago, to continue to burn brightly in our hearts? In this book, Sr. Ann Shields offers us an inspirational message that will help us to persist in prayer and keep asking for more of the Holy Spirit in our lives each day. By taking a serious look at our hearts and repenting where we have strayed, and by staying close to God in Scripture and the Eucharist, we can reignite the fire that once burned within us.

Genres: Catholic, Spirituality, Nonfiction

160 pages, Paperback

First published September 3, 2013

About the author

Sister Ann Shields, SGL, is an author and speaker. She is a member of The Servants of God’s Love, a charismatic religious community established in the Diocese of Lansing, Michigan. She hosted the daily radio program "Food for the Journey" until her retirement in 2025.

Shields was awarded the Benemerenti Medal by Pope Benedict XVI in 2012 for service to the Church. She also is a recipient of the Aggiornamento Award, given by the Catholic Library Association in recognition of outstanding contribution through her books and articles for the renewal of parish and community life.

Reviews

[Rebecca · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Holy Spirit really spoke to me through reading this book. I wrote all over in it making notes for myself to remember. Definitely plan to read it again sometime.

[Ana O · Rating 4 out of 5]

Loved it

great book about the Holy Spirit. I truly enjoyed reading this book. it's easy to read and very informative. thank you