Feast of Sts. Michael, Gabriel, & Raphael
The Archangels St. Gabriel, St. Michael, and St. Raphael share a feast day on September 29th. These are the only three angels mentioned by name in Sacred Scripture. St. Gabriel means “Power of God.” He is the messenger or herald angel most famous for appearing to the Blessed Virgin Mary at the Annunciation (Luke 1:11-38). St. Michael means “Who is like God?” He is the warrior angel, the famous foe of Satan, who is the champion of God’s people and guardian and protector of the Church (Rev. 12:7-9). St. Raphael means “God has healed.” He is a companion and healing angel, most famous for curing a man’s blindness and for traveling with Tobiah in the book of Tobit (Tob. 12).
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Amen, amen, I say to you, you will see heaven opened and the angels of God ascending and descending on the Son of Man.”
Gospel of John 1:51
Make yourself familiar with the Angels, and behold them frequently in spirit. Without being seen, they are present with you.”
Saint Francis de Sales
Saints Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael, holy archangels, pray for us.
Be not afraid! And may the peace of Christ be with you and your loved ones today and always. Holy Family pray for us. Amen.
