Top 20 Modern Angel Encounters
Reports of encounters with angelic beings are surprisingly common in the modern era. Witnesses frequently describe angelic interventions during moments of crisis, whether through mysterious strangers, glowing apparitions, or beings with an ethereal presence. Public fascination with angels is not limited to personal experiences. From scientists exploring the possibility of extraterrestrial life in religious texts to documentaries examining these encounters, the evidence for angelic phenomena has a broad and diverse foundation.
As Dr. Hugh Ross discusses in a recent Fox News interview, the Bible contains references to angelic beings that may imply otherworldly dimensions. You can read his interview at:
Additionally, a Fox News poll indicates that the majority of Americans believe in and many Americans report experiences or sightings of angels, highlighting the cultural resonance of these beliefs. You can watch the full report at:
For further insight, the documentary UFOs, Angels & Gods investigates angel encounters, exploring how angels may appear as flesh-and-bone beings who provide guidance or assistance. The documentary is available for viewing at the following links:
IMDb page: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt28315635/
Here, we present twenty of the most striking modern angel sightings from various sources, reflecting both public belief and the mysterious circumstances surrounding these accounts.
1. The Miracle Survival of 18-Month-Old Lily Groesbeck
Summary: In 2015, 18-month-old Lily Groesbeck survived a car crash in Utah that left her mother dead. After 14 hours in freezing temperatures, rescuers heard a mysterious voice calling for help, which led them to find Lily still alive in her car seat. The rescuers insist they heard a voice, though no one else was present.
Source: ABC News, “Mystery Surrounds 18-Month-Old Lily’s Miraculous Survival”
2. A guardian angel ghosts stops a woman from dying in a fire!
Debunking Death: Very Convincing Intelligent Haunting Stories Sent from a DebunkingDeath.BlogSpot.com Visitor
3. Supernatural appearance of 300 pudding cups for kids after prayers from preiest!
A messenger of God certainly passed along the message!
Debunking Death: EXORCISM: WOMAN LEVITATES TO CHAPEL ROOF-MIRACLE: GOD TURNED 12 PUDDING CUPS INTO 300 FOR KIDS
http://debunkingdeath.blogspot.com/2023/04/exorcism-woman-levitates-to-chapel-roof.html 4. Angel sightings around Christmas
5. 1986 Angelic Encounter by Frederick Valentich
Summary: Frederick Valentich, an Australian pilot, reported seeing a mysterious, glowing object hovering above his aircraft before vanishing. Some believe it was an angelic sighting rather than extraterrestrial.
Source: BBC News, “Frederick Valentich Disappearance Mystery”
6. Boston Marathon Bombing’s Angels
Summary: During the Boston Marathon bombing, a man with an aura of calm appeared to aid the injured, then disappeared. Witnesses described him as angelic.
Sources: CNN, “Boston Marathon Bombing Angel Story”
Boston Bomb Survivor Seeks 'Guardian Angel' Who Saved Her Life - ABC News
https://abcnews.go.com/US/boston-bomb-survivor-seeks-guardian-angel-saved-life/story?id=19050944 Guardian Angel or Intuition? Remembering the Boston Marathon Bombing on its 10th Anniversary
"Then something bizarre happened. As I entered the sandwich shop, I suddenly had a strong sensation that pushed me back out of the shop and insisted that I go home. “Go home” my subconscious mind was telling me. I cannot explain this then or now, but I simply left and headed home. And within the hour, I realized how fortunate I was that I did."
http://cmforagile.blogspot.com/2023/04/guardian-angel-or-intuition-remembering.html 7. The “Angel of the Freeway” in Utah
Summary: A driver in Utah reported that a winged figure appeared during a crash, protecting them and returning their car to safety.
Source: Salt Lake Tribune, “Utah’s Freeway Angel”
8. Glowing Figure Over Vatican’s St. Peter’s Basilica
Summary: Tourists in 2015 reported seeing a radiant figure hovering over the Vatican, believed by some to be an angelic visitation.
Source: National Geographic, “Mystery Figures Over St. Peter’s”
9. Hurricane Angels
Paranormal Angels:
How an Angel Rescued Her in the Aftermath of a Hurricane - Guideposts
https://guideposts.org/angels-and-miracles/angels/how-an-angel-rescued-her-in-the-aftermath-of-a-hurricane/Hurricane Angel Sightings
Angel Sightings Caught on Camera 2024 Hurricane
Real Angel Photos From Hurricane Katrina, Prayers For Sandy - HubPages
https://discover.hubpages.com/religion-philosophy/real-angels-photos-hurricane-katrina Normal Angels:
'Angel Tree' on Mississippi Gulf Coast saved 3 lives during Hurricane Katrina
https://www.jacksonville.com/story/sports/outdoors/2014/08/30/angel-tree-mississippi-gulf-coast-saved-3-lives-during/15789369007/ ‘Guardian Angels’ swoop down from above to save lives > Air Force Special Operations Command > Article Display
https://www.afsoc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/163560/guardian-angels-swoop-down-from-above-to-save-lives/ Real-Life 'Guardian Angels' Help Katrina Victims Resettle - ABC News
https://abcnews.go.com/WNT/HurricaneKatrina/story?id=1186983&page=1 10. Mystery Priest in Indiana Car Crash
Summary: Following a severe car crash in Indiana, witnesses reported a mysterious priest-like figure who appeared to pray over victims and then vanished.
Source: USA Today, “Indiana’s Mystery Priest”
11. Alabama Angel Caught on Security Footage
Summary: In 2017, an Alabama family’s security camera captured what they believed to be an angel hovering over their backyard.
Source: ABC News, “Alabama’s Angel on Camera”
12. The Angel in a Syrian Refugee Camp
Summary: Aid workers at a Syrian camp reported seeing a glowing figure who provided peace and guidance to children.
Source: Al Jazeera, “Syrian Refugee Camp Angel Sightings”
13. Angel Encounter in California Car Crash (2012)**
Summary: Following a high-speed crash, a woman reported that a stranger helped her out of the car. Witnesses later claimed no one else was there.
Source: Guideposts, “Angelic Encounters and Sightings”
14. The Christmas Eve Angel of Redditor
Summary: A Reddit user shared an account of seeing an angelic figure who saved their life on a snowy Christmas Eve.
Source" Reddit, “Angel Sightings Stories”
15. Angel in a Pinterest Photo, 2019
Summary: A widely-shared Pinterest photo from 2019 shows what many believe is an angelic figure hovering over a natural landscape.
Source: Pinterest, “Angel Sightings”
16. The "Airport Angel” in Denver
Summary: Passengers at Denver Airport reported seeing a glowing figure that calmed a panicking crowd after a flight cancellation.
Source: Denver Post, “Denver Airport Angel Sightings”
17. The Angel Who Saved a Drowning Boy in Florida
Summary: A lifeguard in Florida reported that a mysterious man Appeared out of nowhere, rescued a boy from drowning, and then vanished before anyone could thank him. Witnesses described him as having a serene, glowing presence, and many believe he was an angel.
Source: Miami Herald, “Florida Beach Angel Story”
18. The “Angel of the Battlefield” in Iraq
- Summary: During a firefight in Iraq, a U.S. soldier reported seeing a glowing figure who shielded him from gunfire. The figure reportedly guided him to safety through dangerous terrain. Fellow soldiers also reported feeling a comforting presence, leading many to believe they had been visited by an angel.
Source: Military Times, “Iraq Battlefield Angel”
19. Watch "Mom claims son captured his guardian angel on camera" on YouTube
https://youtu.be/4bK_cpftcrI?si=Uz7KhhG5biyt3q-A 20. Account from JM Talboo from DebunkingDeath.blogspot.com
One time when I had a family member really sick in the hospital I asked for a sign if everything would be OK. A picture taken of a cat on a couch after the request revealed a plant in the background outside mysteriously lit up just right as to look like a Christian cross. I never saw this anomaly before or since after taking tons of pictures in that same spot. Against seemingly all odds everything turned out good.
These twenty modern angel sightings span across different countries, situations, and types of encounters. From miraculous rescues to quiet, comforting presences, people from all walks of life have shared experiences that suggest something beyond the ordinary. While skeptics may see these as coincidences or psychological responses, the consistent themes of protection, guidance, and an overwhelming sense of peace leave many convinced of a supernatural presence.
For those intrigued by these accounts, further research materials like UFOs, Angels & Gods on YouTube (https://youtu.be/pCY1P99bugk?si=GccIk0oX0ptOgJ4T) provide a deeper look into the possible nature of these beings. Whether angels, guardians, or visitors from other realms, the accounts collected here resonate with the enduring human belief that we are not alone—even in our darkest moments.
