St. Raphael, Archangel (24 October) ~ Dom Prosper Guéranger

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Discover the healing mission of St. Raphael the Archangel through the story of Tobias and a beautiful hymn asking his guidance, protection, and intercession. This October 24 reading from The Liturgical Year of Dom Prosper Guéranger reflects on the loving assistance God provides through His angels. Traveling under the name Azarias, Raphael guides the younger Tobias, protects him from danger, helps bring about his marriage to Sarah, and restores his father’s sight. When father and son seek to reward their companion, Raphael reveals his identity and directs their gratitude to God: “Bless ye the God of heaven.” The reading then invites us to trust in the care of our guardian angels throughout life. It concludes with a hymn from the Ambrosian Breviary, invoking St. Raphael for bodily healing, spiritual strength, forgiveness, and perseverance on the path to heaven. Reflect on these themes: • God’s providence through the ministry of angels • Raphael’s guidance and healing in the Book of Tobias • Prayer, works of mercy, and fidelity through trials • Gratitude to God for His gifts • Confidence in our guardian angels • Intercession for the sick and strength against temptation 00:00 October 24: St. Raphael the Archangel 00:18 The Church’s recollection in late October 00:42 Honoring Raphael and the ministry of angels 00:57 Tobias recalls his heavenly companion’s help 01:37 Father and son seek to thank their guide 01:45 Raphael reveals himself and gives glory to God 02:00 Prayer, works of mercy, and the testing of faith 02:14 “I am the angel Raphael” 02:30 Trusting our guardian angels throughout life 03:01 Introduction to the Ambrosian hymn 03:09 “O Raphael, divinely sent guide” 03:18 A prayer for guidance on the path to salvation 03:34 Healing of body and spiritual strength 03:42 Intercession for forgiveness 03:49 Strength against the enemy 04:05 Glory to the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit READING The Liturgical Year Dom Prosper Guéranger October 24 — St. Raphael, Archangel St. Raphael the Archangel, pray for us. Guide our steps, strengthen our souls, and lead us closer to God. https://sensusfidelium.com/the-liturgical-year-dom-prosper-gueranger/october/october-24-st-raphael-archangel/ #SaintRaphael #ArchangelRaphael #CatholicSaints #FeastDay #BookOfTobit #GuardianAngels #DivineHealing #CatholicFaith #SaintsOfTheDay #CatholicMeditation #Archangel #SaintRaphaelFeast #CatholicChurch #HeavenlyGuide #PrayerAndReflection #CatholicTradition #FaithAndHealing #SaintsAndAngels 🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴 ✝️ SUPPORT THE MISSION 🙏 Donate https://sensusfidelium.com/donate-support/ 📬 Free Catholic Newsletter https://sensusfidelium.com/newsletter/ 📰 Read on Substack https://sensusfidelium.substack.com/ ──────────────────── 📺 WATCH & READ 📺 Sensus Fidelium App https://sensusfidelium.tv/ 📚 Sensus Fidelium Press https://sensusfideliumpress.com/ 👕 Official Merchandise https://sensusfidelium.com/merchandise/ ──────────────────── 🤝 PARTNER WITH US 📣 Advertise on Sensus Fidelium https://sensusfidelium.com/advertise-with-sensus-fidelium/ 🎤 Invite Steve Cunningham to Speak https://sensusfidelium.com/speaking/ ⛪ Parish Formation & Consultation https://sensusfidelium.com/for-parishes/ ──────────────────── 🌎 CATHOLIC COMMUNITY ✝️ Trusted Catholic Businesses https://sensusfidelium.com/catholic-businesses/ 🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴🔴

Topics

• Spiritual Warfare