Pope Francis: A Pastor with the Smell of His Sheep
Pat McCloskey, OFM
May 25, 2025
During and after his election in March 2013, Pope Francis was a man of many firsts.
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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.
Jesus’ Sacred Heart Connects Everything
Pat McCloskey, OFM
May 25, 2025
Jesus’ Sacred Heart leads him to embrace the cross.
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?