Is the Holy Spirit for Everyone or Just the Apostles?

In terms of teaching guidance, the Holy Spirit, also known as the Paraclete (“Advocate”), gave special oversight to the first apostles (John 14:25-26; 16:13), with Peter (the first Pope) as their head (Matt. 16:18; see Mt. 28:18-20; Acts 2:42; CCC 85-87). Because the Church’s mission continues, this special guidance continues with the Successors of St. Peter and those apostolic successors (bishops) in union with him.

In a more general sense, the Holy Spirit is for everyone, as all who receive baptism become temples of the Holy Spirit (1 Cor. 6:19-20; CCC 1262ff.). And the Holy Spirit guides Christians in giving witness to God (Matt. 10:19-20). And all humanity is called to the status of adopted sons and daughters of God, beginning in baptism (1 Tim. 2:4; 2 Pet. 3:9).