Comparing Christian Denominations - Beliefs (Part 1)

By Mary Fairchild, About.com Guide

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Angels

Anglican/Episcopal - Angels are "the highest beings in the scale of creation ... their work consists in the worship of God, and in the service of men." (The Catholic Religion: A Manual of Instruction for Members of the Anglican Church by Vernon Staley, page 146.)
Assembly of God - Angels are spiritual beings sent by God to minister to believers (Hebrews 1:14). They are obedient to God and glorify God (Psalm 103:20; Revelation 5:8-13).
Baptist - Most Baptists believe God created an order of spiritual beings, called angels, to serve Him and do his will (Psalm 148:1-5; Colossians 1:16). Angels are ministering spirits to the heirs of salvation. They are obedient to God and glorify God (Psalm 103:20; Revelation 5:8-13).
Lutheran - "Angels are God’s messengers. Elsewhere in the Bible, angels are described as spirits ... The word 'angel' is actually a description of what they do ... They are beings who do not have a physical body." (LCMS)
Methodist - Still researching Methodist position. Submit documented sources only to this email.
Presbyterian - Beliefs discussed in Presbyterians Today: Angels
Roman Catholic - "The existence of the spiritual, non-corporeal beings that Sacred Scripture usually calls "angels" is a truth of faith ... They are personal and immortal creatures, surpassing in perfection all visible creatures." Catechism - 2nd Edition

Mary Fairchild
Christianity Guide