Sts. Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael

The three archangels named in Scripture: the warrior, the messenger, and the healer.

The story

Michael ("Who is like God?") casts down the dragon (Rev 12:7-9) and defends the people of God. Gabriel ("Strength of God") announces John the Baptist and the Incarnation (Lk 1). Raphael ("God heals") guides Tobias and heals Tobit (Tobit 5-12). The Church honors them together on Michaelmas, the ancient feast of the dedication of a basilica to St. Michael near Rome (CCC 328-336).

What Michael, teaches

You are not alone in the fight. Angels are real, personal, and sent to help you.

Patronage

police and soldiers (Michael), messengers and communications (Gabriel), travelers, healing, and the blind (Raphael).

Prayer

Holy Archangels Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael, defend us, announce God's word to us, and heal us. Amen.