Ask a Franciscan

In my Bible readings I come across passages about “those asleep in Christ.” What is meant by those “asleep in Christ?”

Why do you think God inflicts such natural disasters on many innocent, God-loving people?

In the Gospel of John, "the disciple whom Jesus loved " is at the foot of the cross (19:26) and is entrusted with caring for the mother of Jesus (19:27). Who is this disciple and what makes him more loved ...

What is the meaning of eucharistic adoration in the Church? I have been attending such adoration in the past year and would like to know about it. It makes me feel good to attend. Does it carry a special blessing?

What steps does the Church follow in recognizing saints? How do Servants of God and Venerables differ?

When I grew up I learned what or to whom each month of the year was dedicated. A lot of years have passed. Can you tell me if the months still have a special dedication? How are they dedicated?