Only Christians in Heaven? What the Bible Says
Pat McCloskey, OFM
November 8, 2024
I was recently speaking with another Christian about whether non-Christians can go to heaven.
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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.
Far More Than What St. Francis Expected
Pat McCloskey, OFM
October 25, 2024
The crèche may be the most popular Christian devotional practice and example of inculturation (situating Jesus in every culture).
Was Jesus Born in December?
Pat McCloskey, OFM
October 21, 2024
Do we celebrate Christmas in December because we know he was born in that month? If not, why is his birth celebrated then?
Caring Heals
Pat McCloskey, OFM
October 13, 2024
Why not call or write a sick friend or relative? Caring heals.
The Living Prayer of St. Francis
Pat McCloskey, OFM
September 28, 2024
Wind, water, fire, and earth are creation’s basic elements that work together to sustain life.
Quiet Your Anxieties
Pat McCloskey, OFM
September 14, 2024
Francis was “centered” long before that term became popular among spiritual writers. His values became more and more aligned with God’s, but Francis did not
Discerning Supernatural Phenomena
Pat McCloskey, OFM
August 22, 2024
In May, it was reported that the Vatican had released new guidelines for judging reports about Marian apparitions. What’s the whole story here?