October 2 ~ Guardian Angels, Respect Life Month

FRATERNITY is a foe to our foes

See, I am sending an angel before you, to guard you on the way and bring you to the place I have prepared.  Be attentive to him and heed his voice.  Do not rebel against him, for he will not forgive your sin.  My authority resides in him.  If you heed his voice and carry out all I tell you, I will be an enemy to your enemies and a foe to your foes.  ~ Exodus 23:20-23

Some people are surprised to learn that the Church has never taught as a matter of strict faith that every person has a personal guardian angel.
Nevertheless, the idea of a guardian angel enjoys a long tradition in the Church.  And many Christians will testify that they have experienced a special protection at times in their lives. 
The idea of a guardian angel underscores one of the most important truths of our faith:  God exercises a special love and concern over each one of us.  Speaking of this, Jesus said to his disciples: 
“Not one sparrow is forgotten by God…  So do not be afraid; you are worth much more than many sparrows (Luke 12:6-7).”  ~ Author unknown

How can Knights be the “guardian angels” of babies who are under threat of being murdered?

And who so shall receive one little child in my name receiveth me.~ Matthew 18:5

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