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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?

Facing Up to Systemic Racism

Pat McCloskey, OFM April 24, 2021

What do I tell the students in my CCD class when they ask me what the Catholic Church says about systemic racism?

Seeking the Purpose of My Life

Pat McCloskey, OFM April 24, 2021

What has been the purpose of my life? Why was I ever born? What is the purpose of life for an average person such as myself?

Are We Unconsciously Always Sinning?

Pat McCloskey, OFM April 24, 2021

The US bishops say racism can be either conscious or unconscious. My older teenage son argues that we can never be forgiven because of our unconscious mind’s nature. How can I answer him?

Are Catholics Allowed to Own Guns?

Pat McCloskey, OFM March 26, 2021

In light of the chaos in the United States and around the world, are Catholics allowed to own guns or support the National Rifle Association?

Pilate’s Role in Jesus’ Death

Pat McCloskey, OFM March 26, 2021

How are Christians to accept two completely different versions of Christ’s trial before Pilate?

Quick Questions and Answers

Pat McCloskey, OFM March 26, 2021

Why is there no Gospel account of Jesus’ meeting with his mother right after his resurrection or in the 40 days before his ascension?

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