Cœlestes Spiritus
Guardian Angels
Personal protectors assigned by God
- Role
- Guide and guard each person
- Choir
- Angels
- Feast
- October 2
- Status in the Church
- Catholic doctrine · individual angels usually unnamed
In Scripture
Jesus warned not to despise little ones because their angels behold the face of the Father. Psalm 91 promises angels guard us in all our ways.
Matthew 18:10 · Psalm 91:11 · Hebrews 1:14
Today
The Church celebrates Guardian Angels on October 2. Catholics are encouraged to pray daily to one’s guardian angel. The angel’s personal name is hidden unless God reveals it.
Your guardian angel has a name known to God, but the Church does not publish a list of names, beware of invented names from non-Catholic sources.