1. Pure Spirits
Angels are purely spiritual beings created by God. They have intellect and will, but no physical bodies (though they can appear in human form). They are immortal and far more powerful than humans. The word "angel" means "messenger."
Pray with the angels instead of only reading about them
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Tradition identifies nine "choirs" of angels, based on Scripture:
- Seraphim, Cherubim, Thrones: Closest to God's throne, worshiping Him constantly.
- Dominions, Virtues, Powers: Governing the universe.
- Principalities, Archangels, Angels: Interacting with humanity.
3. The Archangels
Scripture names three:
- St. Michael ("Who is like God?"): The warrior who cast out Satan (Rev 12).
- St. Gabriel ("Strength of God"): The messenger who announced the Incarnation to Mary.
- St. Raphael ("God heals"): The healer in the book of Tobit.
Study Michael, Gabriel and Raphael where Scripture actually names them
Michael in Daniel 10 and 12 and in Revelation 12, Gabriel at the Annunciation in Luke 1, Raphael walking with Tobiah through the whole book of Tobit. Three archangels, three books most people have never read straight through, and one of them, Tobit, is missing from Protestant Bibles altogether. Catholic/Christian Pro gives you in-depth Bible studies on Daniel, Revelation, Luke and Tobit, audio devotionals for the feast of the Archangels, guided prayers and offline access. $49 one-time, lifetime access, no subscription. Start today, and read the angels in their own chapters rather than in a summary.
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The Church teaches that "beside each believer stands an angel as protector and shepherd leading him to life" (CCC 336). Your guardian angel is unique to you, assigned by God at the moment of your existence to guide, protect, and pray for you. They do not leave us until we enter heaven.
Make the guardian angel part of your day
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