* September 29 - Archangels Saints Michael, Gabriel and Raphael  * The Virgin Mary is their Queen  --- An initiative of the Mary of Nazareth Association  September 29 - Archangels Saints Michael, Gabriel and Raphael  The Virgin Mary is their Queen  From http://shmstudent.blogspot.com/ Scripture specifically mentions the Archangel Gabriel ("God's strength") who seemingly was made aware of everything concerning the mystery of the Incarnation and the Annunciation to the Virgin Mary, the Archangel Raphael ("God heals") and the Archangel Michael ("Who is like God?"). Along with the Holy Archangels, the Church honors today all the good angels, including Saint Michael who was appointed leader and model on the day of the rebellion of Lucifer and the fallen angels. Michael was made not only the Prince of Angels, but also Prince of the souls who must fill the seats that remained empty after the demons’ fall. Angels are divided into nine Choirs and three Hierarchies: Angels, Archangels and Virtues; Powers, Principalities and Dominions. Finally, higher still, Thrones, Cherubim and Seraphim. Their occupation is to contemplate God, to love Him, praise Him and execute His Will for the movement of the universe and for the salvation of men. They are responsible for various missions on earth, regarding individuals, families, parishes, dioceses, kingdoms and the whole Church. The Virgin Mary is their Queen. The Mary of Nazareth Team Source : notredamedesneiges.over-blog.com www.mariedenazareth.com Let’s pray together  Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners now, and at the hour of death. Amen.