Saints Michael, Gabriel and Raphael, Archangels
First reading Daniel 7:9-10,13-14
The prophet Daniel describes a vision of the Ancient One enthroned in majesty, with power and glory that will never pass away: “His sovereignty is an eternal sovereignty.” This eternal kingship is the unshakable foundation of our faith. The Archangels, Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael, are bound to this sovereignty. Michael defends God’s reign against the powers of darkness, Gabriel announces the coming of God’s kingdom in Christ, and Raphael brings God’s healing presence to His people. Their missions reflect different dimensions of the one truth: all creation serves the Lord whose rule is eternal. On this feast, we are invited to remember that God’s sovereignty is not abstract but active, working through His angels and through us when we live faithfully in His service. The Archangels remind us that heaven is not distant—it is engaged, present, and always working to guide us toward Christ, the Son of Man, whose dominion is everlasting. To honor the Archangels is to entrust ourselves more fully to God’s eternal sovereignty, confident that nothing can overcome His reign. Let’s reflect: Do I live each day under the sovereignty of God’s eternal kingdom, allowing the example and mission of the Archangels to inspire me to defend truth, announce the Gospel, and bring healing where it is needed?
Don Giorgio