The Enduring Prayer of St. Francis
Pat McCloskey, OFM
May 13, 2026
Wind, water, fire, and earth are creation’s basic elements that work together to sustain life.
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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.
The Oldest Marian Shrine
Pat McCloskey, OFM
May 13, 2026
What is the oldest Marian shrine in the United States?
Coping With a Mother’s Death
Pat McCloskey, OFM
May 12, 2026
Does God have a specific minute for us to die—known to God before each of us is born?
What Does the Common Good Mean?
Pat McCloskey, OFM
May 11, 2026
We are living in confusing times, especially with abortion, political lies, gun violence, attacks against the Church, and so on. What is the Catholic Church’s teaching on the common good?
Does God Change?
Pat McCloskey, OFM
May 8, 2026
God can appear harsh in the Old Testament, compared to the just and merciful God of today. How is this possible?
Is God Listening to My Prayers?
Pat McCloskey, OFM
May 7, 2026
Although I keep praying, little happens. What else can I do?
What Is Americanism?
Pat McCloskey, OFM
May 6, 2026
Is Americanism a heresy? If so, what does it mean? The person who introduced me to this term was not very clear about its meaning.