The Feast of the Holy Guardian Angels is celebrated on October 2nd in the liturgical calendar. This feast honors the belief that God assigns every individual a guardian angel to protect, guide, and intercede for them throughout their life. The devotion to guardian angels is deeply rooted in Scripture and the tradition of the Church.
Biblical references supporting the existence of guardian angels include passages like Psalm 91:11, which states, “For he will give his angels charge over you to guard you in all your ways,” and Matthew 18:10, where Christ speaks of the angels of children who “always behold the face of my Father who is in heaven.”
The role of guardian angels is not only one of protection but also guidance towards spiritual growth and closeness to God. This feast day encourages the faithful to foster a deeper awareness of their angel’s presence and to seek their help in following God’s will.
In Traditional Catholic devotions, it is common to pray to one’s guardian angel daily, and one of the most familiar prayers is:
Prayer to the Guardian Angel:
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.
This feast day invites us to reflect on the gift of God’s providence in sending us these heavenly protectors, reminding us of His constant care.