‘Fratelli Tutti’: The Great Need for Social Friendship
Pat McCloskey, OFM
October 4, 2021
Although Pope Francis’ Jesuit roots are solid, in many ways his words and actions have made him the most Franciscan of popes.
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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.
Followers of St. Francis: Brother Massimo Fusarelli, OFM
Pat McCloskey, OFM
September 24, 2021
In a telegram to Brother Massimo Fusarelli, Pope Francis congratulated the new minister general and wrote, “May the seraphic father, St. Francis, be an encouragement for you in leading your brothers.”
How Should We Combat Hate?
Pat McCloskey, OFM
September 23, 2021
How do we overcome the small, everyday negativities that can build up and weigh us down?
Justification by Faith Alone
Pat McCloskey, OFM
September 23, 2021
What is the Catholic Church’s position on justification by faith alone?
God’s Kingdom: What Is It?
Pat McCloskey, OFM
September 23, 2021
Does kingdom of God refer to a place, a church, a new culture based on the beatitudes, or any situation in which the presence of Jesus is experienced?
Wearing a Tau Cross
Pat McCloskey, OFM
August 25, 2021
Am I allowed to wear a Tau cross? Can I wear it with knots? Because I have not taken the same vows, I’m not sure if it’s proper for me to wear the knots.
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