Memorial of the Guardian Angels

The Church celebrates the Memorial of the Guardian Angels on Friday, October 2, 2026.

According to the Diocese of Little Rock, the Catechism of the Catholic Church describes angels as pure, spiritual beings that have existed since creation to glorify God and serve as messengers of his plan for humanity. A guardian angel is specifically assigned to protect a person, helping them avoid spiritual dangers and achieve salvation.

The Diocese notes that the Church's belief in these protectors is based on the teachings of Jesus in the Gospel of Matthew, where he tells his followers not to despise little ones because their angels in heaven always look upon the face of the Father. The Diocese also provides a traditional prayer to the guardian angel for the faithful to use.