According to the Holy Fathers of the Church, angels are divided into nine orders: Seraphim, Cherubim, Thrones, Dominions, Virtues, Powers, Principalities, Archangels, and Angels.
Archangel Gabriel is a messenger of God, entrusted with carrying out the Lord’s most important commands and decrees. Archangel Michael, whose name means “Who is like God?”, fights for the glory of the Heavenly King and the protection of His people.