What is the Work of Angels?

GOSPEL THOUGHTS*

*Ordinary Season : 26th Week : Thursday*

*Feast of the Arch Angels*

*Gospel : Jn 1:47–51*

*First Reading : Dn 7:9-10, 13-14*

*What is the Work of Angels?*

*1) Protection*

Angels are created by God to protect the Human. 

It is believed that each person is having one Angel, whom we call Guardian Angel

So the Work of angels is to guard or to protect the Human Beings 

*2) To be in the presence of God and to praise Him*

They do stand in front of God to Praise him. And calling to each other Holy, Holy, Holy is the Lord of Hosts (Isaiah 6:1-3),

It does sound like that they are talking to each other. They continuously keep on praising God without resting.

*3) They are Fighters*

Angels are fighters. They fight against the devil and evil powers 

St Michael is known for the fight against the Devil.

Michale means *Who is like God* who drove Satan from Heaven

*4) Messengers God God*

Another aspect of the Angels is to communicate the message of God to his people 

Gabriel is known for communicating the message of the Lord. 

He Announced the birth of Jesus Christ

Gabriel means *The power of God* He is one among seven Angels who *Stand before God*

*5) Healing*

Angels are also involved in Healing Mission of the Lord

Arch Angel Raphael is known for Healing 

He was instrumental in curing the blindness of Tobit and acted as guide during his son's trip to Media.

*6) Comforting mission*

Angels are also known for comforting some one when they are in Trouble

When Jesus was suffering  in Gethsemane angels came and served him 

They comforted Him and strengthened Him

May Arch Angels protect, heal and make us happy always 

*Think about it*

*God bless you and your family. Praying for you and your dear ones*

*Fr Maxim DSouza*

*Jeppu Seminary*

*Mangalore*