
Major Archbishop: Many Seeing ‘Luminous Angels Over the Land of Ukraine’
Social media users have shared unverified images purporting to show cloud formations resembling angels in Kyiv.
Social media users have shared unverified images purporting to show cloud formations resembling angels in Kyiv.
“The angels surround Christ their Lord. They serve him especially in the accomplishment of his saving mission to men.” [CCC 351]
“In her liturgy, the Church joins with the angels to adore the thrice-holy God.” [CCC 335]
“The Church venerates the angels who help her on her earthly pilgrimage and protect every human being.” [CCC 352]
“From its beginning until death, human life is surrounded by their watchful care and intercession. ‘Beside each believer stands an angel as protector and shepherd leading him to life.’” [CCC 336]
“From the Incarnation to the Ascension, the life of the Word incarnate is surrounded by the adoration and service of angels. … They will be present at Christ’s return, which they will announce, to serve at his judgment.” [CCC 333]
In recent years, the St. Michael Prayer has made a comeback, the result of popular piety.
“Then war broke out in heaven; Michael and his angels battled against the dragon. The dragon and its angels fought back, but they did not prevail and there was no longer any place for them in heaven.” —Revelation 12:7–8
“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, rule and guide. Amen.” —Prayer to Your Guardian Angel
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