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Was Jesus Born in December?

Pat McCloskey, OFM October 21, 2024

Do we celebrate Christmas in December because we know he was born in that month? If not, why is his birth celebrated then?

Too Many Clergy Among Canonized Saints?

Pat McCloskey, OFM May 11, 2020

Who was the last saint canonized who was not a member of the clergy? Are only Catholics recognized as saints? Can a non-Christian become a saint?

Why Is Abraham So Important?

Pat McCloskey, OFM May 11, 2020

In a prayer to the Archangel Michael, we ask him at the hour of our death to carry us to the bosom of Abraham. Is Abraham more important than all the saints?

Why Is Jerusalem Called a Woman?

Pat McCloskey, OFM May 11, 2020

In Isaiah 40:2, God tells the prophet: “Speak tenderly to Jerusalem, and proclaim to her that her service is at an end, her guilt is expiated. Indeed, she has received from the hand of the LORD double for all her ...

Why Is St. Joseph Overlooked?

Pat McCloskey, OFM May 11, 2020

When will St. Joseph receive from Catholics the respect that he clearly deserves?

Evening Mass on Christmas for Sunday?

Pat McCloskey, OFM May 11, 2020

This year Christmas falls on Saturday and the next day is the Feast of the Holy Family. Is it permitted to have a vigil Mass for that feast in the late afternoon or evening of Christmas Day?

God Knows Our Heart Completely

Pat McCloskey, OFM May 11, 2020

Did I confess certain sins? If I didn’t, have I sinned by going to Holy Communion all these years? I have gone to Confession faithfully.

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