Is there efficacy if we pray for angels and saints?

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Since I cannot think like either of them, I can only relate from within my frame of reference. If they are moved by our prayers and our sufferings to intercede for so very many of us when we ask it of them so very constantly, then hearts that are moved by suffering must benefit from consolation, right?

Similarly, if their hearts can be moved by our prayers and plights, then would they not also be moved to hear us praying to the Father for their sake?

I’m sure my simple view leaves out all kinds of complex elements, but I also know my guardian angel deserves much gratitude and even more consolation!
 
😦 I read somewhere that our guardian angels shield themselves from us whenever we commit sin, including venial sin. I’m not sure if this statement is an authentic church teaching or private revelation, but either way, it further highlights our sinfulness in contrast to the purity of Heaven and its inhabitants.

Our guardian angels deserve gratitude and consolation. According to certain books, namely All about the Angels by Fr. Paul O’Sullivan, and The Secret of the Rosary by St. Louis De Montfort, it is fruitful for us to offer our rosaries, our Eucharists, and prayers to, not only our guardian angels, but to all other angels in Heaven, including those around God’s throne.

The guardian angels of others may possibly listen to the requests/prayers of human beings whom they are not assigned to protect. They are prefect lights of God’s love, and thus, generosity and all-embracing love is easy for them.

😦 The heavenly inhabitants might be offended if we pray to them when we’re in the state of mortal sin, but I’m not sure. As a general rule, If one is in the state of mortal sin, where he is an enemy of God, then he should pray most particularly to his guardian angel, rather than any other entity. But this is my personal viewpoint.

Anyway, angels are sinless creatures. the best way to show them gratitude and consolation is by living a lifestyle which is in concordance with God’s holy will.
 
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Anyway, angels are sinless creatures. the best way to show them gratitude and consolation is by living a lifestyle which is in concordance with God’s holy will.
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LOL - well, sure. It may be a while before I manage a saintly life, though, so I’ll pray for them in the meantime. 😃
 
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