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Homily? Eulogy?

Pat McCloskey, OFM March 29, 2017

Some dioceses allow eulogies at funerals, and others do not. Why is this?

This question arises frequently. According to the 1989 Order of Christian Funerals (the ritual book used by Catholics in the United States), “A brief homily is given after the Gospel reading ” (#166).

Nurturing a Franciscan Spirituality

Pat McCloskey, OFM March 29, 2017

I need some practical advice for how to live and grow in Franciscan spirituality as a layperson. Because I am not close to a Secular Franciscan group, I need to do this on my own.

Use a Cross or a Crucifix?

Pat McCloskey, OFM March 29, 2017

During the Good Friday liturgy at our parish, we venerate a plain cross and not a crucifix with a representation of Jesus' body on it. The crucifix is kept out of sight in the sacristy. Because this doesn't seem right ...

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