Each of us has a guardian angel who watches over us. This day celebrates our protectors and they pray for us. They know us well and are aware of what tempts us. They see how we use our gifts. Our angels can help us grow closer to God.
These angels are also an example of God’s mercy. Everyone has a guardian angel, even people who don’t believe in God. And even the people we don’t get along with!
Guardian Angel Prayer
This traditional prayer is something we teach young children, but it is a wonderful prayer for Christians of all ages. Praying it connects us with our guardian angel who is always with us, watching over us. Guardian angels can help us focus in meditation, guide us, and guard us from evil.
(See the bottom of this page for a printable PDF copy).
Angel of God, my guardian dear,
to whom God’s love commits me here,
ever this day be at my side
to light and guard, to rule and guide.
Amen.
Daily Mass Readings for the Memorial of the Holy Guardian Angels
- First Reading – Exodus 23:20-23: “See, I am sending an angel before you, to guard you on the way and bring you to the place I have prepared.”
- Responsorial Psalm – Psalm 91: “The Lord has put angels in charge of you, to guard you in all your ways.”
- Gospel – Matthew 18:1-5, 10: “See that you do not despise one of these little ones, for I say to you that their angels in heaven always look upon the face of my heavenly Father.”
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Quotes and Social Media Graphics
I am ever under the gaze of an angel who protects and prays for me.
Pope Saint John XXIII
Guardian Angels help us in our lives and show us where we need to go. Our angel is the daily bridge to our encounter with the Father.
Pope Francis
Resources
Printable Copy of Prayer
Christ vs. Satan in Our Daily Lives
Fr. Robert Spitzer explains how to recognize evil forces in our lives and overcome them. Through Jesus Christ we can be transformed and fight evil instead of being controlled by it. In the battle of Jesus vs Satan, Jesus will always win if we just let him.
Pope Francis on Angels
In his comments, Pope Francis tells us that angels are companions, protectors, and compasses. They can help us from going astray in the maze of life.
Are Angels Real? Video
Br. Mark Mary and Fr. Malachy talk about angels. Are angels real?
Archangels
We can also call on God’s archangels for protection. Learn more about Sts. Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael.
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