Celebrating the Feast of the Holy Guardian Angels (October 2)

September 27, 2025

The Catholic Church sets aside October 2nd each year to honor the Feast of the Holy Guardian Angels, a beautiful reminder that God has assigned each of us an angel to watch over, guide, and protect us.

Historical Background

Devotion to guardian angels has roots in both Scripture and early Church tradition. In Matthew 18:10, Jesus says: “See that you do not despise one of these little ones. For I tell you that their angels in heaven always see the face of my Father in heaven.” The Catechism of the Catholic Church (CCC 336) affirms this: “From its beginning until death, human life is surrounded by their watchful care and intercession.” Pope Clement X first established the feast of Guardian Angels in 1670, and it has been celebrated worldwide ever since.

What Are Guardian Angels?

Guardian angels are messengers and protectors from God. They are pure spirits who:

Guide us toward good choices.
Protect us from spiritual and physical harm.
Intercede for us before the throne of God.
Accompany us through life until death, when they lead our soul toward eternity.

This feast day is a perfect opportunity for families to pause, thank God for these heavenly helpers, and invite children to develop a real friendship with their angel.

Feast Day Celebration Ideas

Breakfast – Polish Chrusciki

Polish Chrusciki, also known as Angel Wings or Faworki, are traditional, light, and crispy deep-fried pastries dusted with powdered sugar. Made from a thin, slightly sweet dough, they are a popular treat served during Polish celebrations, especially Fat Thursday (Tłusty Czwartek) and Carnival. The name “Chrusciki” comes from the Polish word “chrust,” meaning brushwood or dry twigs, due to their delicate, twig-like appearance before being pulled into a twisted shape.

Song in the Kitchen

Play “Angel of God” (sung by Sarah Hart, or another Catholic children’s version) while preparing breakfast. This is the traditional prayer in song form and makes the devotion easy for children to remember.

Craft for Kids – Angel Wings

Help children make wearable “angel wings.” Cut large wing shapes from poster board, cardboard, paper plates, or whatever you have on hand and let them decorate with feathers, glitter, or cotton balls, then attach string so they can wear them. Encourage them to remember that their guardian angel is always “right behind them.”

Lunch – Angel Hair Pasta with Veggies

Serve a simple and symbolic lunch of angel hair pasta tossed with olive oil, garlic, cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil. Pair with breadsticks for an easy but meaningful meal.

Dinner – “Heavenly” Chicken with Mashed Potato Clouds

Prepare a comforting dinner of baked chicken breast seasoned with rosemary and lemon. Serve alongside fluffy mashed potatoes (“clouds”) and roasted carrots.

Dessert – Angel Food Cake with Berries

A classic feast day dessert! Light, airy angel food cake served with whipped cream and fresh berries. The cake itself points to the purity of the angels.