Prayers to My Guardian Angel 978-0-88271-399-1

Young believers will delight in the colorful and sweet illustrations in this book while finding prayer after prayer to their Guardian Angel--their companion and protector. Parents and grandparents will enjoy reading these simple faith-filled prayers to children at any time so they will know how much they are loved by God and by their Guardian Angel. Children who can read will find comfort and consolation in knowing they are being watched over at every moment and are always close to God.

Among the features of this book are: Brief and easy-to-textEngaging illustrations for each prayer in vibrant colorPrayers throughout the bookHigh-quality paperDurable, paperback binding, soft padded coverConveniently sized to accommodate little handsNihil Obstat Imprimatur

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Praying to one's guardian angel holds profound importance for children, serving as a cornerstone of spiritual formation in the Catholic faith. From infancy, each child is assigned a guardian angel by God, as affirmed in Scripture (Matthew 18:10), to provide watchful care, protection from physical and spiritual harm, and guidance toward heaven. This heavenly companion intercedes constantly, offering peace amid fears and temptations, much like a devoted friend who prompts good choices and wards off evil influences.

For young ones, such prayers--simple as "Angel of God, my guardian dear..."--foster a sense of security and divine love, reminding them they are never alone. They encourage gratitude to God for this gift, build habits of faith, and deepen awareness of God's nearness through angelic mediation. Saints like Don Bosco emphasized invoking angels during trials, noting their eagerness to help children obey inspirations and resist sin, leading to answered prayers and strengthened virtue.

This devotion eases parental worries too; mothers can pray to their child's angel for needs, promoting family unity in faith. Ultimately, it nurtures lifelong reliance on heavenly aid, guiding children to holiness with joy and confidence.

Contents include: My Guardian AngelWhen I WakeDuring the DayMy FamilyAt SchoolWith My FriendsBefore Meals ActivitiesAt BedtimePrayer to Pray BetterPrayer of AppreciationAngels of GodMy Angels SongGoodnight Prayer