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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?

Why No Mention of Peter in Rome?

Pat McCloskey, OFM May 11, 2020

Why doesn’t Acts of the Apostles say anything about St. Peter’s time in Rome? It covers a period of time up to the time he is said to have died.

Suffering for Animals

Pat McCloskey, OFM May 11, 2020

If someone actually suffers from caring about animals and their plight in the world, does this do any good?

They Don’t Go to Confession

Pat McCloskey, OFM May 11, 2020

What can I do about those who do not go to Confession? They’re active in Church. They’re adults and married more than 25 years. I’m puzzled. My son-in-law’s parents may not go either.

Did I Do the Right Thing?

Pat McCloskey, OFM May 11, 2020

I am developing a scruple over how an inheritance from my mother was divided. I hope that I did not do anything wrong. Please help me put my mind at rest.

Why Is God’s Name So Important?

Pat McCloskey, OFM May 11, 2020

I don’t understand why the name of God was so important to the Israelites. I thought God’s name was simply “God.”

Where Can I Find Patron Saint Lists?

Pat McCloskey, OFM May 11, 2020

Is there a publication that lists the saints and their patronages?

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