Mary as ‘Mirror of Justice’
Pat McCloskey, OFM
June 11, 2020
I pray the rosary and the Litany of Loreto daily for world peace and the end of abortion. What does the litany’s invocation ‘mirror of justice’ mean?
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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.
Are the Knights of Columbus Anti-gay?
Pat McCloskey, OFM
June 11, 2020
Q. I recently heard that the Knights of Columbus spent over $500,000 on anti-gay literature. Where is this hatred of gays coming from? Also, can my local pastor refuse me Communion at Mass if I tell him that I am a member of Call to Action?
Our Common Roots: Catholic-Jewish Relations Today
Pat McCloskey, OFM
May 31, 2020
Nothing is more crucial for Catholic-Jewish dialogue today than finding the truth about the Holy See’s actions toward Jews before and during World War II.
‘Consubstantial’ Explained
Pat McCloskey, OFM
May 30, 2020
What exactly does consubstantial mean, and by what authority was it inserted into the Nicene Creed?
Was Mary a Virgin During Childbirth?
Pat McCloskey, OFM
May 30, 2020
From time to time, I have heard the expression that Mary, the mother of Jesus, was a virgin in partu. What does this term mean?
Examining My Conscience
Pat McCloskey, OFM
May 26, 2020
Why aren’t the corporal works of mercy the focus of an examination of conscience before receiving the Sacrament of Reconciliation?
Quick Questions and Answers
Pat McCloskey, OFM
May 26, 2020
What caused St. Anthony of Padua to go to Italy?