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How do Catholics speak with their Guardian angels?
According to Catholic teachings, how are Catholics to speak with their guardian angels? With their voice? In their minds? Does the Church provide any guidance or description?
According to Catholic teachings, how are Catholics to speak with their guardian angels? With their voice? In their minds? Does the Church provide any guidance or description?
Aigle
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Do marriages have their own guardian angel?
Societies (churches, cities, nations) have guardian angels, but does every marriage or family have its own guardian angel? Marriages and families are societies, too. Has any Catholic angelologist (Father or Doctor of the Church or prominent Catholic theologian) discussed this?
Societies (churches, cities, nations) have guardian angels, but does every marriage or family have its own guardian angel? Marriages and families are societies, too.
Has any Catholic angelologist (Father or Doctor of the Church or prominent Catholic theologian) discussed this?
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Do all nations have guardian angels?
I am reading *An exorcist tells his story*, and in it the author discusses guardian angels. The author says the following (translated by Google translate from Italian): > They are our great allies, we owe them so much and it is a mistake that so little is said about them. Each of us has his guardian...
I am reading *An exorcist tells his story*, and in it the author discusses guardian angels. The author says the following (translated by Google translate from Italian):
> They are our great allies, we owe them so much and it is a mistake that so little is said about them.
Each of us has his guardian angel, a faithful friend 24 hours a day, from conception to death. He protects us incessantly in soul and body; and we, for the most part, don't even think about it.
**We know that even nations have their own particular angel** and this probably also happens for every community, perhaps for the same family, even if we are not sure of this.
According to the Catholic Church, do all nations have their guardian angels?
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Are there any consolidated teachings from the side of Catholic Church on Guardian Angels?
The belief in one having a Guardian Angel is a part of Catholic faith. There are also prayers addressed to the Guardian Angel eg. in preparation of Confession and for protection during one's sleep. Though there are a number of references in the Old Testament and New Testament of angels assisting hum...
The belief in one having a Guardian Angel is a part of Catholic faith. There are also prayers addressed to the Guardian Angel eg. in preparation of Confession and for protection during one's sleep. Though there are a number of references in the Old Testament and New Testament of angels assisting human beings on specific occasions, the belief on permanent accompaniment of a Guardian Angel to a person, seems to have come up as a later addition.
My question therefore is: **Are there any consolidated teachings from the side of Catholic Church on Guardian Angels?**
Kadalikatt Joseph Sibichan
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Where did the Catholic Church condemn naming guardian angels?
I was listening to episode 24 of the Catholic Man Show and they said (without citation) that the Catholic Church has condemned naming guardian angels. The reason they gave was because God gave man the authority over created things on Earth (Through Adam in Genesis). So what basis and where did the C...
I was listening to episode 24 of the Catholic Man Show and they said (without citation) that the Catholic Church has condemned naming guardian angels. The reason they gave was because God gave man the authority over created things on Earth (Through Adam in Genesis). So what basis and where did the Catholic Church make this pronouncement. And should we burn our children's videos with a contrary teaching? (i.e. CCC Video - My Secret Friend, A Guardian Angel)
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Are Angels more accessible than Jesus?
Why would one choose to pray to an Angel or a Guardian Angel over Jesus at times? Some people notice that their prayers are answered on some occasions more readily from an Angel or Guardian Angel. Could it be that Angels are sometimes more accessible than Jesus or more specialized for certain tasks?...
Why would one choose to pray to an Angel or a Guardian Angel over Jesus at times?
Some people notice that their prayers are answered on some occasions more readily from an Angel or Guardian Angel. Could it be that Angels are sometimes more accessible than Jesus or more specialized for certain tasks?
Why would this be? Since I can't imagine Jesus is busy at times nor can I imagine that he is incapable of anything.
So would this mean that it be His desire for us to form a relationship with the Angels for some reason and if so why?
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According to the Catholic Church, do guardian angels graduate?
I received two conflicting reports from two women whose catholicity I highly respect, but whose sources are circumspect, or at the very least circumlocutory. - One says that if and when we get to heaven, our guardian angel gets promoted up the ranks. - The other says that if and when we get to heave...
I received two conflicting reports from two women whose catholicity I highly respect, but whose sources are circumspect, or at the very least circumlocutory.
- One says that if and when we get to heaven, our guardian angel gets
promoted up the ranks.
- The other says that if and when we get to heaven, our guardian angel
stays with us, and remains our guardian angel in heaven.
I'm not an expert, nor do I know if these things can be known. However, I do know a contradiction when I see one. Which is right? Do our angels graduate, or do they remain with us in Eternity?
Catholic answers only, please - no Sylvia Browne.
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Who was the Blessed Virgin Mary's guardian angel?
Catholic teaching is that "Every one of the faithful has his own special guardian angel from baptism. (*Sent. certa.*)" ([Ludwig Ott][1] II ch. 3 §30.2; cf. [Matt 18:10][2]: "See that you despise not one of these little ones: for I say to you, that their angels in heaven always see the face of...
Catholic teaching is that "Every one of the faithful has his own special guardian angel from baptism. (*Sent. certa.*)" (Ludwig Ott II ch. 3 §30.2; cf. Matt 18:10 : "See that you despise not one of these little ones: for I say to you, that their angels in heaven always see the face of my Father who is in heaven.").
According to Catholic theologians or mystics, who was the Blessed Virgin Mary's guardian angel? St. Gabriel the Archangel?
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Where in the Bible does it mention that every person has a guardian angel?
The Bible talks about various angels such as Saint Gabriel and Saint Michael. Where in the Bible does it mention that every person has his/her own guardian angel?
The Bible talks about various angels such as Saint Gabriel and Saint Michael. Where in the Bible does it mention that every person has his/her own guardian angel?
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According to Catholicism, did Jesus have a Guardian Angel?
According to Catholicism, did Jesus have a Guardian Angel? If so do we know their name(s)? We see the Angels ministering to the needs of the Godman while on earth, but Scripture does not employ the term Guardian Angel to them. > Then Jesus saith to him: Begone, Satan: for it is written, The Lord thy...
According to Catholicism, did Jesus have a Guardian Angel?
If so do we know their name(s)?
We see the Angels ministering to the needs of the Godman while on earth, but Scripture does not employ the term Guardian Angel to them.
> Then Jesus saith to him: Begone, Satan: for it is written, The Lord thy God shalt thou adore, and him only shalt thou serve.
11 Then the devil left him; and behold angels came and ministered to him. - Matthew 4:10-11
According to Catholic theologians or mystics, who was Our Lord’s guardian angel(s), if any?
Ken Graham
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According to Catholicism and/or Eastern Othodox, if we have Guardian Angels do we also have an assigned Demons?
The idea of having a demon assigned to us isn’t new to anyone who is familiar with C.S. Lewis and the Screwtape letters. Since the idea (according to Catholic and Orthodox Tradition) is that God “assigns” us each a [Guardian Angel][1] is it likely we also have a demon assigned to us? I can’t compreh...
The idea of having a demon assigned to us isn’t new to anyone who is familiar with C.S. Lewis and the Screwtape letters. Since the idea (according to Catholic and Orthodox Tradition) is that God “assigns” us each a Guardian Angel is it likely we also have a demon assigned to us?
I can’t comprehend how the world of angels and demons exists but if there is an eternal struggle for our souls it would make sense.
From a biblical perspective *Acts 12:15 New International Version (NIV)
15 “You’re out of your mind,” they told her. When she kept insisting that it was so, they said, “It must be his angel.”* - Seems to support the notion of guardian angels.
King James Bible Matthew 18:10
*Take heed that ye despise not one of these little ones; for I say unto you, That in heaven their angels do always behold the face of my Father which is in heaven* - Is another example.
Through my research the term guardian angel or guardian demon is not found within scriptures.
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What's the Difference Between a Guardian and a Saviour?
I can't really conceive a distinction, couldn't a guardian (angel) save you?
I can't really conceive a distinction, couldn't a guardian (angel) save you?
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Does the Catholic Church teach that modern churches have guardian angels?
Revelation chapters 2 and 3 involve John being instructed to write letters to the angels of particular churches. For instance: > To the angel of the church in Ephesus write… In Scott Hahn’s Book *The Lamb’s Supper: The Mass as Heaven on Earth*, he states in Part 2, Chapter 2 that this is evidence th...
Revelation chapters 2 and 3 involve John being instructed to write letters to the angels of particular churches. For instance:
> To the angel of the church in Ephesus write…
In Scott Hahn’s Book *The Lamb’s Supper: The Mass as Heaven on Earth*, he states in Part 2, Chapter 2 that this is evidence that modern churches have guardian angels assigned to them too:
> Chapters 2 and 3 [of Revelation] make clear that each particular church has a guardian angel. This should reassure us, who belong to particular churches, and who can call for help from our particular church’s angel.
Does the Catholic Church teach that modern churches (i.e. those that have been recently constructed) also have guardian angels assigned to them, as Scott Hahn States? And if so, do they teach that they are assigned to parishes or more general areas (e.g. the Church of New York)?
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What is the origin of Angel of God prayer?
What is the origin of [Angel of God][1] prayer? [1]: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Angel_of_God
What is the origin of Angel of God prayer?
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Did Martin Luther believe in guardian angels?
In some traditions, the concept of "guardian angels" is often looked upon with suspicion. While there might be agreement that angels (generally speaking) protect people (generally speaking), the idea that each individual has an assigned guardian angel for life is met with skepticism. Such an approac...
In some traditions, the concept of "guardian angels" is often looked upon with suspicion. While there might be agreement that angels (generally speaking) protect people (generally speaking), the idea that each individual has an assigned guardian angel for life is met with skepticism. Such an approach is found in Calvin, for example:
> The words of Christ do not mean that a single angel is continually occupied with this or the other person; and such an idea is inconsistent with the whole doctrine of Scripture, which declares that the angels encamp around (Psalm 34:7) the godly, and that not one angel only, but many, have been commissioned to guard every one of the faithful. ([commentary on Matthew 18:10](https://www.ccel.org/ccel/calvin/calcom32.ii.lix.html))
However, in contrast to Calvin and other later reformers, Martin Luther often had a closer affinity to the beliefs of Catholicism ([which does accept the idea of guardian angels](https://christianity.stackexchange.com/a/25107/21576)) . Thus I'm curious – **did Martin Luther believe in guardian angels?**
Naturally we'll want to limit this to his post-1517 writings. But given the amount of evolution in his views on many subjects, great answers will include sources from different periods in his life, not just a single piece of evidence.
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Do heterodox have a guardian angel as well? (Eastern Orthodox perspective)
According to the Eastern Orthodox Church, do non-Eastern Orthodox have guardian angels as well? By guardian angel, I mean a righteous spirit assigned to a person by God in order to guide and protect them throughout their life for the purpose of their sanctification. I know that all Orthodox have the...
According to the Eastern Orthodox Church, do non-Eastern Orthodox have guardian angels as well? By guardian angel, I mean a righteous spirit assigned to a person by God in order to guide and protect them throughout their life for the purpose of their sanctification. I know that all Orthodox have them, and I believe they are assigned at Baptism, so it would make sense that *non*-Orthodox would not have one *but I am unable to find a clear answer.*
Bonus points if you can answer regarding confessions that are not in communion with the Eastern Orthodox but whose Baptism is recognized as valid by them, e.g. Roman Catholics, some Presbyterians, etc.
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According to the Catholic church everyone has a Guardian Angel,but what happens when you get married?
The two becomes one .How does this change anything if anything for the Angel? Mark …7‘For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, 8and the two will become one flesh.’ So they are no longer two, but one flesh. 9Therefore what God has joined together, let man not...
The two becomes one .How does this change anything if anything for the Angel?
Mark
…7‘For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, 8and the two will become one flesh.’ So they are no longer two, but one flesh. 9Therefore what God has joined together, let man not separate.”
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What arguments have been advanced against "Angel Therapy"?
From [AngelTherapy.com](http://www.angeltherapy.com/about_at.php), I found this short description: > Angel Therapy is a non-denominational spiritual healing method that involves working with a person's guardian angels and archangels, to heal and harmonize every aspect of life. Angel Therapy also hel...
From [AngelTherapy.com](http://www.angeltherapy.com/about_at.php) , I found this short description:
> Angel Therapy is a non-denominational spiritual healing method that involves working with a person's guardian angels and archangels, to heal and harmonize every aspect of life. Angel Therapy also helps you to more clearly receive Divine Guidance from the Creator and angels.
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> Everyone has guardian angels, and these angels perform God's will of peace for us all. When we open ourselves to hear our angels' messages, every aspect of our lives become more peaceful.
I have a (non-Christian) friend who is an "Angel Therapist," and after talking to her, it sounds like she's acting simply as a medium/fortune teller, and using Christian-sounding terms to white-wash it. Have any Christian groups officially condemned "Angel Therapy" and if so what are their arguments against it.
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What is a guardian angel?
I have always heard of guardian angels and have probably even prayed to them, but never really knew anything about them. What is the purpose of guardian angels and where does the belief in them come from?
I have always heard of guardian angels and have probably even prayed to them, but never really knew anything about them. What is the purpose of guardian angels and where does the belief in them come from?
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