St. Joseph: Antidote to Toxic Masculinity
Pat McCloskey, OFM
July 5, 2021
St. Joseph encourages all men and women to follow his example.
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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.
Help Needed
Pat McCloskey, OFM
May 25, 2021
Are there some resources for the struggle I find myself experiencing: believing that my mom, who died several months ago, is indeed in heaven with God?
What Is the Meaning of the Tau Cross?
Pat McCloskey, OFM
February 26, 2021
Why do Franciscans so often wear a Tau cross or use it in their artwork? Also, compared to the crosses we usually see, why doesn’t it have a top part?
The Holy Humility of St. Francis
Pat McCloskey, OFM
January 28, 2021
Humility is the guardian and the ornament of all virtues. This virtue filled St. Francis in a more copious abundance, so that nothing should be wanting to a man adorned with so many gifts.
The History of the 'Patroness of the Americas'
Pat McCloskey, OFM
November 30, 2020
When and by whom was Our Lady of Guadalupe declared “Patroness of the Americas”?
Frequently Asked Questions about Advent
Pat McCloskey, OFM
November 27, 2020
Advent, which comes from the Latin word for arrival or coming, is a period of preparation for the birth of our Lord.
'Say' Mass? 'Pray' the Mass?
Pat McCloskey, OFM
October 30, 2020
I remember hearing priests talk about “saying” Mass at a particular time and place. Now I hear people talk about “praying” the Mass. I’ve been to many Masses in various settings over the years. Why the difference?