29 th September: St Michael and All Angels: Revelation 12.7–12; Hebrews 1.5–end; John 1.47–end.

The article focuses on the biblical and theological understanding of angels, particularly in relation to Michaelmas Day, celebrated on September 29th to honor St. Michael and all angels. It explains that angels, derived from the Hebrew word *mal'ākh* meaning "one who is sent," serve as divine messengers and agents of God's communication with humanity, appearing in both the Old and New Testaments. The text highlights the complexity of angels in scripture, noting their roles as protectors, guides, and intermediaries, as well as the existence of both good and evil angels. It also emphasizes that angels are distinct from Christ but affirmed by scripture and Jesus himself as part of the divine order, with references to their ongoing presence and interaction with humans.