Angels. The English word "angel" comes from the Greek word "angelos" which means "messenger." The connotation in English is now a messenger from God. Latter-day Saints believe in angels. Joseph Smith received golden plates, from which the Book of Mormon was translated, from the "Angel Moroni." More Americans, 55% believe in angels than believe in climate change or global warming 38%. Judaism and Christianity have a long tradition of interaction with angels. Today, many people believe an angel has helped them in some way.