St. Francis: Artisan of Peace
Pat McCloskey, OFM
April 26, 2025
Peace is a gift from God. Human actions that cooperate with God’s grace activate peace in the world.
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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?
The Franciscan Family: Who’s Who?
Pat McCloskey, OFM
March 13, 2025
Women, men, married, single—they all seek to live the Gospel under the inspiration of St. Francis of Assisi.
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?
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