- 29 September, 2026
September 29, 2026: The Catholic Church celebrates the Feast of Saints Michael, Gabriel and Raphael the Archangels, on September 29. These three heavenly messengers are among the few angels named explicitly in Sacred Scripture. Each has a distinctive role in salvation history: Michael is associated with spiritual protection and the battle against evil, Gabriel with announcing God's message, and Raphael with healing and guidance.
Feast Day: September 29
Title: Archangels
Saint Michael: Defender of God's people and heavenly warrior
Saint Gabriel: Messenger of God's good news
Saint Raphael: Guide and healer
Biblical Books: Daniel, Tobit, Luke and Revelation
Known For: Protection, divine messages, healing and guidance
Feast Celebrated: Together on September 29
Saint Michael's name is traditionally understood as meaning “Who is like God?” He appears in the Book of Daniel as a great prince who stands in defence of God's people. In the Book of Revelation, Michael and his angels battle against the dragon, identified with the devil, and the dragon is defeated.
The Church therefore venerates Michael as a powerful defender and protector. Pope Francis has described him in connection with the spiritual battle against the forces that seek to lead people away from God. The archangel's witness reminds Christians that evil does not have the final word and that believers are called to remain faithful to God.
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Saint Gabriel's name is commonly understood as “God is my strength.” He is especially known for his role in the Gospel of Luke, where he announces to the Virgin Mary that she will become the mother of Jesus.
Gabriel tells Mary that the child will be called the Son of God. His message becomes one of the central moments in salvation history, leading to Mary's humble response of faith and obedience.
Gabriel's mission shows the importance of listening to God's word and responding with trust. His presence in the Annunciation also reminds Christians that God's plans can unfold through humble people who willingly say yes to His call.
Saint Raphael is the principal figure in the Book of Tobit. He accompanies the young Tobias on a dangerous journey, guiding and protecting him along the way.
Raphael also helps Tobias overcome the difficulties surrounding his future marriage to Sarah and provides the means through which Tobit's blindness is healed. At the end of the story, Raphael reveals that he was sent by God in response to the prayers and charitable actions of Tobit and Tobias.
His name is associated with healing, and he has traditionally been invoked by those seeking God's help in illness and during journeys.
Saints Michael, Gabriel and Raphael have different missions, yet their purpose is united: they serve God and participate in His plan for humanity.
Michael represents protection and courage, Gabriel proclamation and obedience, while Raphael represents guidance, healing and companionship.
Pope Benedict XVI described the three Archangels as messengers of God's word who illuminate, guide, defend and comfort.
Their example reminds believers that the angels are not objects of worship but servants of God who direct attention towards Him.
The Church's celebration of the Archangels on September 29 invites Catholics to remember the mysterious ministry of the angels. The Church teaches that the angels serve God continually and assist humanity according to His providence.
The feast also encourages Christians to trust God's protection, listen carefully to His word and remain open to His guidance.
Saint Michael, Saint Gabriel and Saint Raphael continue to hold an important place in Catholic devotion. Their biblical missions speak to needs that remain familiar today: the need for courage in spiritual struggles, openness to God's call, healing in times of suffering and guidance when the path ahead is uncertain.
Their feast invites Christians to place their lives under God's care and to remember that His servants continually point humanity towards the light of Christ.
To know about more saints and Catholic feast days, please visit the spiritual section.
By Catholic Connect Reporter
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