Saint · Feast September 29
Also known as Gabriel, Archangel Gabriel, Saint Gabriel
The archangel sent to announce God’s saving work, especially the conception of Jesus to the Blessed Virgin Mary.
God of truth, through St Gabriel’s intercession help us listen carefully, speak honestly and receive your call with courage. Amen.
Gabriel appears in Daniel and Luke as a messenger who helps people understand God’s action and brings life-changing news without removing their freedom to respond.
Gabriel belongs to the biblical and angelic tradition rather than ordinary human chronology.
Attentive listening, clear communication, reverence and faithful delivery of difficult good news.
A companion for people communicating important news, discerning a calling or preparing for a difficult conversation.
People turn to St Gabriel the Archangel in matters of:
September 29 · Feast · Global
Saints Michael, Gabriel and Raphael, Archangels
Feast in the General Roman Calendar
Celebrated together with St Michael the Archangel and St Raphael the Archangel
29 September is the Feast of Saints Michael, Gabriel and Raphael, the three archangels named in Sacred Scripture. This is one shared observance linked to all three archangels and has proper liturgical texts and readings.
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Saint1st century · Feast January 1
The Jewish woman of Nazareth whose free response to God opened her life to the Incarnation, the Blessed Virgin Mary became the Mother of Jesus, his faithful disciple and the motherly model of the Church.
SaintNot applicable · Feast September 29
The archangel who stands for the unmatched sovereignty of God, St Michael appears in Scripture as defender of God’s people and leader of the heavenly hosts against the powers of evil.