Archangels

Today we celebrate the Feast of the Archangels! 

The word angel means messenger. 

Archangel Gabriel is my patron saint. 

The angel Gabriel brought news of salvation. 

The angel told her, “Don’t be afraid, Mary. You have found favor with God. You will become pregnant, give birth to a son, and name him Jesus. He will be a great man and will be called Son of the Most High. 

Luke 1:30-32

We too are called to bring messages of hope! 

Magnificat Morning Hymn for the Feast of the Archangels

O Lord, the angels’ sheer delight! 

Their life reflects your splendor bright;

As we today their praise declare, 

May we their joy for ever share.

Saint Michael, be our refuge here,

Persevere us from all useless fear;

Through you may God his peace bestow

On all the nations here below. 

Saint Gabriel, be with us this day, 

Reveal God’s will to us, we pray; 

As Mary once did answer you, 

May our response be firm and true.

Saint Raphael, heal our sinful heart, 

May God his grace to us impart, 

And may you guide us on the way 

That we may never go astray.