Gabriel means “God is my protection”, he is also known as the Archangel of Redemption. He was God’s messenger and announced the birth of John the Baptist and went to Nazareth to announce the birth of Jesus to Mary. He is the patron saint of diplomacy, telephone operators, postmen, internet users and radio hosts.
Saint Gabriel the archangel was chosen by God to accompany the entire advent of salvation, from the revelation of the prophecies to the announcement of the arrival of the Messiah, accompanying him throughout his earthly life, Passion and Resurrection.
Apparitions of Saint Gabriel the Archangel
Saint Gabriel Archangel he announced to the prophet Daniel the path destined for his nation; the arrival of the Messiah, until his people’s denial of him, and his death on Earth.
Furthermore, Saint Gabriel the Archangel appeared to the priest Zechariah, announcing that his wife would bear him a prophet son, called John the Baptist, the forerunner of Christ.
In the Annunciation to the Virgin Mary about the incarnation of the Son of God. The first words of Saint Gabriel the Archangel became a prayer, the one that everyone uses to ask for the protection, blessing or intervention of Our Lady: “Hail, Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with you, blessed are you among the women”.
Saint Gabriel the Archangel was also responsible for three more important events:
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He warned the wise men not to return to Jerusalem.
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He told Joseph that he should flee to Egypt and then return to Nazareth.
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He announced to the holy women the Resurrection of Christ.
Prayer to Saint Gabriel the Archangel
Bearer of good news, of changes,
of wisdom and intelligence.
Archangel of the Annunciation, bring every day
good and optimistic messages.
Make me also a messenger,
uttering only words and acts of kindness and positivism.
Grant me the achievement of my goals.
Glorious Saint Gabriel, pray for us! Amen!