Popular author and Patristics expert, Mike Aquilina, presents a new volume of contemplations and prayers about those mysterious of all created beings: the Angels. Drawing again from the deep well of the Church Fathers' wisdom, Aquilina has compiled a year's worth of reflections on the Nine Choirs of Angels. A Year With The Angels invites you to discover the authority and strength of the Heavenly Host.Angels embody virtues, graces, and knowledge of the Truth because they stand before the very Throne of God. Among the Angels' responsibilities are governing the universe and the movements of nature, defending creation from attack by the devils, and acting as messengers of God to mankind.This year learn to appreciate our unique relationship with the Angels-especially those Angels assigned to protect us during this life on earth. What better protectors and intercessors could we ask for than the first of all creatures who have beheld the Face of God from their very beginning? This beautiful volume is perfectly bound in a rich dual tone leather-like cover, with deep embossing, gold edges and a ribbon marker. It is the perfect gift for yourself and your loved ones.