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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?

Is God Listening to My Prayers?

Pat McCloskey, OFM May 2, 2023

Although I keep praying, little happens. What else can I do?

Does God Change?

Pat McCloskey, OFM March 24, 2023

God can appear harsh in the Old Testament, compared to the just and merciful God of today. How is this possible?

What Does the Common Good Mean?

Pat McCloskey, OFM March 3, 2023

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?

I have been a lector for many years. Although I had some training as an actor, I have tried not to be too emotive when I proclaim the readings. Until recently, pastors and people in the parish have given very ...

Marian shrine and statue in the United States

The Oldest Marian Shrine

Pat McCloskey, OFM December 10, 2022

What is the oldest Marian shrine in the United States? The Shrine of Our Lady de la Leche at Mission Nombre de Dios in St. Augustine, Florida, was built in 1615. The devotion to Mary as the nursing mother of ...

Catholic and Orthodox Groups in Ukraine

Pat McCloskey, OFM October 25, 2022

What is the difference between the Ukrainian Catholic Church and the Ukrainian Orthodox Church? Are both of those Churches present in the United States?

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