Ask a Franciscan
‘Is Every Encyclical Infallible?’
I know that the pope’s infallibility is not a personal trait but is part of his office as the successor of St. Peter. Even so, is every encyclical infallible?
Why We Should Pray the Rosary
Both my children, graduates of Catholic schools, are studying the Bible and want to know where it says that we should to pray the rosary to honor Mary, the mother of Jesus.
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Coping With a Mother’s Death
Does God have a specific minute for us to die—known to God before each of us is born?
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What Does the Common Good Mean?
We are living in confusing times, especially with abortion, political lies, gun violence, attacks against the Church, and so on. What is the Catholic Church’s teaching on the common good?
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Does God Change?
God can appear harsh in the Old Testament, compared to the just and merciful God of today. How is this possible?
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Is God Listening to My Prayers?
Although I keep praying, little happens. What else can I do?
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