Matthew 18:1-10
At that hour the disciples came to Jesus, saying: Who, thinkest thou, is the greater in the kingdom of heaven? And Jesus, calling unto him a little child, set him in the midst of them. And said: amen I say to you, unless you be converted, and become as little children, you shall not enter into the kingdom of heaven. Whosoever therefore shall humble himself as this little child, he is the greater in the kingdom of heaven. And he that shall receive one such little child in my name, receiveth me. See that you despise not one of these little ones: for I say to you, that their angels in heaven always see the face of my Father who is in heaven.
On the Feast of the Holy Guardian Angels, Jesus teaches the value and dignity of every person, especially the little ones. God’s care extends to each individual, and the angels are signs of His loving protection. This Gospel calls us to embrace humility and childlike trust. Greatness in God’s Kingdom is found not in status or achievement but in dependence upon Him. As we honor the Guardian Angels, we are reminded that God continually guides and protects us, inviting us to walk faithfully in His presence.