ON SEPTEMBER 29, 201 9 BY FR OGUNDIPE OLUMIDE SDV ST. MICHAEL THE CONSOLER OF SOULS In order to properly analyze and present the role of Archangel Michael as the consoler of souls, one must first understand angels, their nature, and their office. ANGELS The word ‘angel’ is derived from the Greek word ‘angelos’ which is the translation of the Hebrew word ‘mal’kah’ and in Latin ‘angelus’ all of which mean “messenger from God or Legate”. They were viewed at first as the personification of the will of God, then as members of a Heavenly Host, that is, army of the court of God the King. THE NATURE OF ANGELS According to the Catechism of the Catholic Church, angels are purely spiritual creatures who have intelligence and will: they are personal and immortal creatures, surpassing in perfection all visible creatures, as the splendor of their glory bears witness. THE MINISTRY OF ANGELS Ministry is defined as the work of a minister, and a minister is a person who cares for somebo