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What Will the October 2023 Synod Discuss?
Pat McCloskey, OFM
May 23, 2023
Pope Francis has called for a synod to be held in Rome, starting in October 2023 with another session in October 2024.
A Lector’s Challenge
Pat McCloskey, OFM
January 23, 2023
I have been a lector for many years. Although I had some training as an actor, I have tried not to be too emotive when I proclaim the readings. Until recently, pastors and people in the parish have given very ...
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Catholic and Orthodox Groups in Ukraine
Pat McCloskey, OFM
October 25, 2022
What is the difference between the Ukrainian Catholic Church and the Ukrainian Orthodox Church? Are both of those Churches present in the United States?
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Marriage, Miracles, and Tattoos
Pat McCloskey, OFM
April 22, 2022
Father Pat McCloskey, OFM, answers questions about marriage, the rosary, and whether it's a sin to get a tattoo.
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Tridentine Mass Revisited
Pat McCloskey, OFM
March 24, 2022
Father Pat McCloskey, OFM, answers questions about the Latin Mass, a line in the Our Father, and heaven.
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Praying Quickly or Slowly?
Pat McCloskey, OFM
January 21, 2022
Does the speed of praying make a difference?
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