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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.
Is There a ‘Hierarchy of Love’?
Pat McCloskey, OFM
April 24, 2025
In January, Vice President JD Vance was in the news regarding his interpretation of St. Augustine of Hippo’s expression ordo amoris (order of love or hierarchy of love).
Why Was Christ Executed?
Pat McCloskey, OFM
March 24, 2025
Knowing that God is all-powerful, why did he allow Christ to be executed?
Lent: Knowing Who We Are Before God
Pat McCloskey, OFM
March 7, 2025
Perhaps no follower of Jesus ever appreciated Lent more than Francis of Assisi did.
How Is the Date of Easter Determined?
Pat McCloskey, OFM
February 24, 2025
This year, Easter is very late but can be even later. It can, however, come as early as March 21. Who approved this wide variance?
Ever New, Ever Young
Pat McCloskey, OFM
January 3, 2025
In Francis’ day, some people admired him very much for thinking in new ways.
Is Purgatory in the Bible?
Pat McCloskey, OFM
December 17, 2024
Why do Catholics teach that purgatory exists? I can’t find it in my Bible.