Why We Celebrate Saints
Pat McCloskey, OFM
August 12, 2022
At Franciscan Media, we celebrate the saints in our prayers—and share their amazing, faith-filled stories with the next generation!
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Pat McCloskey, OFM
Pat McCloskey, OFM, is the Franciscan advisor for St. Anthony Messenger and the writer of its "Ask a Franciscan" column.
Saint Anthony Novena Day Nine: Model of Conversion
Pat McCloskey, OFM
June 12, 2022
Was Anthony’s faith when he died in 1231 the same as when he became a Friar Minor in 1220? In many ways yes, but in other important ways no.
Saint Anthony Novena Day Eight: In Retirement
Pat McCloskey, OFM
June 11, 2022
Anthony’s retirement as provincial minister lasted less than a year. He spent most of that time writing sermon notes for the feasts of major saints.
Saint Anthony Novena Day Seven: Leader of Friars
Pat McCloskey, OFM
June 10, 2022
Anthony became linked to the city of Padua although he did not live their permanently until he had completed his service as provincial minister.
Saint Anthony Novena Day Six: The Preacher
Pat McCloskey, OFM
June 9, 2022
Anthony is linked to finding lost objects. More importantly, many people have found anew a faith that previously seemed lifeless and useless.
Saint Anthony Novena Day Five: The Teacher
Pat McCloskey, OFM
June 8, 2022
Anthony’s knowledge of the Scriptures and his ability to apply them to daily life led to an assignment from Francis himself: Anthony should go to Bologna and teach Scripture to the young friars.
Saint Anthony Novena Day Four: The Contemplative
Pat McCloskey, OFM
June 7, 2022
Anthony had sought solitude as an Augustinian canon in Coimbra, but that city attracted many visitors.
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