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The Raphael Letters

G. M. Dantes

Gabriel Dantes by chance has stumbled across a series of letters, which he has called The Raphael Letters. These are letters addressed from the archangel Raphael to a guardian angel named Shariel who is protecting a young girl named Sarah. These letters are similar to C.S. Lewis’ Screwtape Letters, insofar as they give us a glimpse into the spiritual battle that is all around us. But these letters, in contrast to The Screwtape Letters, give the reader the perspective of the side of good.

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Letter No. 22: Pursuing Sarah's Unique Mission
Dec 4 2022
Letter No. 22: Pursuing Sarah's Unique Mission
In Raphael Letter No. 22, the archangel is writing about to guide Sarah further in her unique mission. After the letter, we’ll read through meditation questions to help us better internalize the spiritual truths contain within the letter. For the letter and meditation questions, go to the episode link.If you wish to listen to Aria's Adventures feel free to listen to that podcast at this link: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/63ab5598339d6700101e09a3Or if you would like to sign up for my newsletter to get a 10% discount on this children's book series (or 20% for those who want multiple), click on the following link: https://gmdantes.com/welcome-podcast-listeners/MEDITATION QUESTIONS:What is a spiritual reality that I am now more aware of, having read this letter?What is something I wish I could say to my guardian angel right now?Is there something specifically I could thank them for?What is a struggle that I wish my guardian angel could help me more with? Guardian angel, can you help me more with this, please? Please pray for me on my behalf that God’s grace might be poured into me to aid me with this.After looking at this letter, what behaviors might I have to change? Or what sins do I need to repent of?What are some dreams that I want to make a reality in my life? What are some ways that I can break these dreams into smaller and more manageable pieces? Can I set aside a certain amount of money or time a month to the fulfillment of this dream?Do I set aside time to listen to God in silence? Do I bring him my budget and ask him what He thinks I should do with His money? When is the next time I could do this?What are the ways that God is calling me to be a witness to other people about hoping and trusting in God, while being diligent with what He has given to me? Jesus, please help me with this part of my life and guide me. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Letter No. 21: Spiritual Authority
Nov 27 2022
Letter No. 21: Spiritual Authority
In Raphael Letter No. 21, the archangel is writing about the power in taking authority in Christ, both for angels as well as for humans. After the letter, we’ll read through meditation questions to help us better internalize the spiritual truths contain within the letter. For the letter and meditation questions, go to the episode link.If you wish to listen to Aria's Adventures feel free to listen to that podcast at this link: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/63ab5598339d6700101e09a3Or if you would like to sign up for my newsletter to get a 10% discount on this children's book series (or 20% for those who want multiple), click on the following link: https://gmdantes.com/welcome-podcast-listeners/MEDITATION QUESTIONS:What is a spiritual reality that I am now more aware of, having read this letter?What is something I wish I could say to my guardian angel right now?Is there something specifically I could thank them for?What is a struggle that I wish my guardian angel could help me more with? Guardian angel, can you help me more with this, please? Please pray for me on my behalf that God’s grace might be poured into me to aid me with this.After looking at this letter, what behaviors might I have to change? Or what sins do I need to repent of?RENUNCIATION OF LIES“In the name of Jesus Christ, I renounce the lie that this thing (name the lie) will make me happy.” “In the name of Jesus Christ, I accept the truth that only God can make me happy.”“In the name of Jesus Christ, I renounce the lie that I am an idiot.” “In the name of Jesus Christ, I accept the truth that I have a brilliant and unique mind.”“In the name of Jesus Christ, I renounce the lie that I am unattractive.” “In the name of Jesus Christ, I accept the truth that I am beautifully and wonderfully made.”“In the name of Jesus Christ, I renounce the lie that I am unlovable.” “In the name of Jesus Christ, I accept the truth that I am known and desired by a God who loves me.”Finally, I’d like to invite anyone to made the act of consecration to your guardian angel as constructed by the ministry Opus Angelorum Sanctorum. If you wish to be consecrated to your guardian angel, please read this consecration with me, which can be found on my website.CONSECRATION TO GUARDIAN ANGEL“O Holy Angels of God, here, in the presence of the Triune God and in the love of Jesus Christ, my Lord and Redeemer, I, [NAME], poor sinner, want to make a covenant with you, who are his servants, so that in union with you, I might work with humility and fortitude for the glory of God and the coming of his Kingdom. Therefore, I implore you to assist me, especially – in the adoration of God and of the Most Holy Sacrament of the Altar, – in the contemplation of the word and the salvific works of God, -in the imitation of Christ and in the love of his Cross in a spirit of expiation, – in the faithful fulfillment of my mission within the Church, serving humbly after the example of Mary, my heavenly Mother, your Queen. And you, my good guardian angel, who continually behold the face of our Father in heaven, God entrusted me to you from the very beginning of my life. I thank you with all my heart for your loving care. I commit myself to you and promise you my love and fidelity. I beg you: protect me against my own weakness and against the attacks of the wicked spirits; enlighten my mind and my heart so that I may always know and accomplish the will of God; and lead me to union with God the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Letter No. 20: Beauty & Timelessness
Nov 20 2022
Letter No. 20: Beauty & Timelessness
In Raphael Letter No. 20, the archangel is writing about God plans to bring Sarah into an experience of beauty, peace, and timelessness. After the letter, we’ll read through meditation questions to help us better internalize the spiritual truths contain within the letter. For the letter and meditation questions, go to the episode link.If you wish to listen to Aria's Adventures feel free to listen to that podcast at this link: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/63ab5598339d6700101e09a3Or if you would like to sign up for my newsletter to get a 10% discount on this children's book series (or 20% for those who want multiple), click on the following link: https://gmdantes.com/welcome-podcast-listeners/If you really like this podcast, please consider contributing monthly on my patreon account: https://www.patreon.com/gmdantesMEDITATION QUESTIONS:What is a spiritual reality that I am now more aware of, having read this letter?What is something I wish I could say to my guardian angel right now? Is there something specifically I could thank them for? What is a struggle that I wish my guardian angel could help me more with? Guardian angel, can you help me more with this, please? Please pray for me on my behalf that God’s grace might be poured into me to aid me with this.After looking at this letter, what behaviors might I have to change? Or what sins do I need to repent of?Do I make time for silence and the experience of Beauty? What could I do to help God create such an experience for me? What are other ways that I have experienced Beauty in the past? In music? In art? In stories? In relationships? In nature? Where in nature? When in the next week, can I create space for myself to contemplate Beauty in a way that is meaningful to me?Do I try to create time for worship weekly? Do I try to create time for worship daily? Do I recognize that when I enter into places of worship, I am joined by the angels? What is a good time and place for me to visit and worship with the angels? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Letter No. 19: Sarah's Humiliation
Nov 13 2022
Letter No. 19: Sarah's Humiliation
In Raphael Letter No. 19, the archangel is writing about the great tragedy that has at last befallen Sarah. So, we’re finally going to be getting into some angelology. After the letter, we’ll read through meditation questions to help us better internalize the spiritual truths contain within the letter. For the letter and meditation questions, go to the episode link.If you wish to listen to Aria's Adventures feel free to listen to that podcast at this link: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/63ab5598339d6700101e09a3Or if you would like to sign up for my newsletter to get a 10% discount on this children's book series (or 20% for those who want multiple), click on the following link: https://gmdantes.com/welcome-podcast-listeners/If you really like this podcast, please consider contributing monthly on my patreon account: https://www.patreon.com/gmdantesMEDITATION QUESTIONS:What is a spiritual reality that I am now more aware of, having read this letter?What is something I wish I could say to my guardian angel right now? Is there something specifically I could thank them for? What is a struggle that I wish my guardian angel could help me more with? Guardian angel, can you help me more with this, please? Please pray for me on my behalf that God’s grace might be poured into me to aid me with this.After looking at this letter, what behaviors might I have to change? Or what sins do I need to repent of?Do I ever demand or even request things of God, when I have showed no interest in Him as a person who loves me? What can I do to show my love for Him without expecting anything in return? Jesus, give me the grace to love You and pursue You. Help me to love you, who have given so much for me.Do I believe that Christ is trying to weave for me the best plan for my life? What needs in my life are difficult for me to entrust to God? Do I believe that God can provide for this and wants to provide for this? Jesus, I believe that you want to provide for my needs. Please, help my unbelief.Who is someone who has passed on to the next life who may be praying for me now? My dear friend, thank you for praying for me before Christ. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Letter No. 18: Understanding Angels
Nov 6 2022
Letter No. 18: Understanding Angels
In Raphael Letter No. 18, the archangel is writing about how each angel is a unique being. So, we’re finally going to be getting into some angelology. After the letter, we’ll read through meditation questions to help us better internalize the spiritual truths contain within the letter. For the letter and meditation questions, go to the episode link.If you wish to listen to Aria's Adventures feel free to listen to that podcast at this link: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/63ab5598339d6700101e09a3Or if you would like to sign up for my newsletter to get a 10% discount on this children's book titled Aria's Adventures (if you want 20% for multiple copies), click on the following link: https://gmdantes.com/welcome-podcast-listeners/MEDITATION QUESTIONS:What is a spiritual reality that I am now more aware of, having read this letter?What is something I wish I could say to my guardian angel right now? Is there something specifically I could thank them for? What is a struggle that I wish my guardian angel could help me more with? Guardian angel, can you help me more with this, please? Please pray for me on my behalf that God’s grace might be poured into me to aid me with this.After looking at this letter, what behaviors might I have to change? Or what sins do I need to repent of?Am I aware how my actions affect my guardian angel? Am I aware of how my actions affect Christ? What are decisions that I make that might grieve either Christ or my guardian angel?Imagine if your guardian angel was standing or sitting with you right now. How do you imagine they would want you to change your life? What is a habit you could create that your guardian angel would appreciate? How can you best implement this habit? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Letter No. 17: The Music of the Body
Oct 30 2022
Letter No. 17: The Music of the Body
Today, in Raphael Letter No. 17, the archangel is writing about how Sarah’s body will speak to her, if she listens to it. After the letter, we’ll read through meditation questions to help us better internalize the spiritual truths contain within the letter. Click the episode link for the letter and mediation questions.If you wish to listen to Aria's Adventures feel free to listen to that podcast at this link: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/63ab5598339d6700101e09a3Or if you would like to sign up for my newsletter to get a 10% discount on this children's book titled Aria's Adventures (if you want 20% for multiple copies), click on the following link: https://gmdantes.com/welcome-podcast-listeners/DAILY MEDITATION QUESTIONS:What is a spiritual reality that I am now more aware of, having read this letter?What is something I wish I could say to my guardian angel right now? Is there something specifically I could thank them for?What is a struggle that I wish my guardian angel could help me more with? Guardian angel, can you help me more with this, please? Please pray for me on my behalf that God’s grace might be poured into me to aid me with this.Do I actively listen to the movements of my body on a daily basis? Is my body telling me that I need more sleep? What is something my body is trying to tell me right now?Is my body telling me that I need more silence in my life? Is there a time that I could set aside for that?Is my body telling me that I need more sleep? When is a reasonable time for me to get to bed?Is my body telling me that I need more exercise? When is a good time to work out my body?Is my telling me that I need more nourishing food? What foods specifically?Lord Jesus, please help me to care for my body as Your Temple that I might offer you a sacrifice of love and thus give you glory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Letter No. 16: The Mother of God
Oct 23 2022
Letter No. 16: The Mother of God
Today, in Raphael Letter No. 16, the archangel is writing about how powerful Mary’s influence is in the battle in good vs. evil. After the letter, we’ll read through meditation questions to help us better internalize the spiritual truths contain within the letter. Click the episode link for the letter and the meditations questions.If you wish to listen to Aria's Adventures feel free to listen to that podcast at this link: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/63ab5598339d6700101e09a3Or if you would like to sign up for my newsletter to get a 10% discount on this children's book titled Aria's Adventures (if you want 20% for multiple copies), click on the following link: https://gmdantes.com/welcome-podcast-listeners/If you really like this podcast, please consider contributing monthly on my patreon account: https://www.patreon.com/gmdantesDAILY MEDITATION QUESTIONS:What is a spiritual reality that I am now more aware of, having read this letter?What is something I wish I could say to my guardian angel right now? Is there something specifically I could thank them for?What is a struggle that I wish my guardian angel could help me more with? Guardian angel, can you help me more with this, please? Please pray for me on my behalf that God’s grace might be poured into me to aid me with this.Do I delight in music, dancing, and alcohol in a manner that is akin to what St Paul calls “carousing”? Music, dancing, and alcohol can be very good, but have I allowed myself to be taken by them in a manner that is impure? Lord Jesus, I renounce any such spirits that lead me away from you.Do I ask for prayers from others when I know I am in need of prayers? Who is someone that I could reach out to help me carry this burden?Do I invoke the power and authority and presence of the Blessed Virgin Mary in my life? Mary, my mother, you know my struggles. Please assist me in my difficulties and bring joy and peace to my life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Letter No. 15: The Order of Silence
Oct 16 2022
Letter No. 15: The Order of Silence
Today, in Raphael Letter No. 15, the archangel is writing about one of the very first Angelic Military Decree stating that all angels must remain silent. After the letter, we’ll read through meditation questions to help us better internalize the spiritual truths contain within the letter.If you wish to listen to Aria's Adventures feel free to listen to that podcast at this link: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/63ab5598339d6700101e09a3Or if you would like to sign up for my newsletter to get a 10% discount on this children's book titled Aria's Adventures (if you want 20% for multiple copies), click on the following link: https://gmdantes.com/welcome-podcast-listeners/If you really like this podcast, please consider contributing monthly on my patreon account: https://www.patreon.com/gmdantesDAILY MEDITATION QUESTIONS:What is a spiritual reality that I am now more aware of, having read this letter?What is something I wish I could say to my guardian angel right now? Is there something specifically I could thank them for?What is a struggle that I wish my guardian angel could help me more with? Guardian angel, can you help me more with this, please? Please pray for me on my behalf that God’s grace might be poured into me to aid me with this.What are something things in life that are difficult for me to accept? Is there a teaching of Christ that is difficult to believe? Are there circumstances of my life or my past that are hard to reconcile with? Do I trust in God’s plan for my life, submitting my entire life to his will? Jesus, please help me to conform my heart to the will of the Father. I cry as you did, “Father, if it be possible, let this chalice pass from me. But not my will, but your will be done.”Is it difficult for me to be patient as I wait for God to fulfill the desires of my heart? Do I fight Him? Or do I choose to trust that He wants to bring me joy? Do I pursue Him as my heart’s greatest joy? Jesus, I trust you. I trust that you want to bring great joy to my heart. Please help me pursue your heart above all else.What is something I wish God would change in my community? Homelessness, the offenses against the dignity of the human person, the lack of hospitality at my Church? Jesus, please help me to be the change that I wish to see in the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Letter No. 14: Truth, Beauty, & Goodness
Oct 9 2022
Letter No. 14: Truth, Beauty, & Goodness
Today, in Raphael Letter No. 14, the archangel is writing about how experiencing the transcendental realities of truth, beauty, and goodness can help lead Sarah into prayer. After the letter, we’ll read through meditation questions to help us better internalize the spiritual truths contain within the letter. Click on the show link to access the full letter and follow along.If you wish to listen to Aria's Adventures feel free to listen to that podcast at this link: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/63ab5598339d6700101e09a3Or if you would like to sign up for my newsletter to get a 10% discount on this children's book titled Aria's Adventures (if you want 20% for multiple copies), click on the following link: https://gmdantes.com/welcome-podcast-listeners/If you really like this podcast, please consider contributing monthly on my patreon account: https://www.patreon.com/gmdantesDAILY MEDITATION QUESTIONS:What is a spiritual reality that I am now more aware of, having read this letter?What is something I wish I could say to my guardian angel right now? Is there something specifically I could thank them for?What is a struggle that I wish my guardian angel could help me more with? Guardian angel, can you help me more with this, please? Please pray for me on my behalf that God’s grace might be poured into me to aid me with this.After looking at this letter, what behaviors might I have to change? Or what sins do I need to repent of?Do I feel a lack of God’s peace and joy in my life? Are there any behaviors that I am doing in my life that are against his law?What teachings of Christ or His Church are very difficult for me to live with? Jesus, please change my heart to be conformed with the truth of how I am meant to live.What is something that Jesus, my king, is asking of me today? Is He asking me to love others around me? Or is he asking me to trust him with all my concerns? Is he asking me to conform my heart to his law? Is he asking me to be diligent with my responsibilities? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Letter No. 13: The Way Back
Oct 2 2022
Letter No. 13: The Way Back
In this letter, the archangel is writing about how to guide souls who have turned their backs to the Lord. After the letter, we'll meditate upon questions to internalize the letter's spiritual truths. For the letter and meditation questions, go to the episode link.If you wish to listen to Aria's Adventures feel free to listen to that podcast at this link: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/63ab5598339d6700101e09a3Or if you would like to sign up for my newsletter to get a 10% discount on this children's book titled Aria's Adventures (if you want 20% for multiple copies), click on the following link: https://gmdantes.com/welcome-podcast-listeners/If you really like this podcast, please consider contributing monthly on my patreon account: https://www.patreon.com/gmdantesDAILY MEDITATION QUESTIONS:What is a spiritual reality that I am now more aware of, having read this letter?What is something I wish I could say to my guardian angel right now? Is there something specifically I could thank them for?What is a struggle that I wish my guardian angel could help me more with? Guardian angel, can you help me more with this, please? Please pray for me on my behalf that God’s grace might be poured into me to aid me with this.After looking at this letter, what behaviors might I have to change? Or what sins do I need to repent of?Do I feel a lack of God’s peace and joy in my life? Are there any behaviors that I am doing in my life that are against his law?What teachings of Christ or His Church are very difficult for me to live with? Jesus, please change my heart to be conformed with the truth of how I am meant to live.What is something that Jesus, my king, is asking of me today? Is He asking me to love others around me? Or is he asking me to trust him with all my concerns? Is he asking me to conform my heart to his law? Is he asking me to be diligent with my responsibilities? Or is he asking me to rest from my labors? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.