‘Where There Is Darkness, Light’
Pat McCloskey, OFM
February 25, 2026
What is your take on situations where Catholics drop their faith and die without receiving the sacraments? Can you say anything to ease my mind?
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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.
Is It a Sin Not to Be ‘Green’?
Pat McCloskey, OFM
February 24, 2026
Is someone committing a sin by denying the moral implications of ecological choices?
John, Matthew, and Jesus’ Mission
Pat McCloskey, OFM
February 23, 2026
We were discussing the Gospel (Matthew 9:36—10:8) read on the 11th Sunday in Ordinary Time last year. Matthew writes about Jesus’ missionary discourse.
Stifling the Holy Spirit’s Work?
Pat McCloskey, OFM
February 20, 2026
Are we stifling the work of the Holy Spirit within the Church today?
Wearing a Tau Cross
Pat McCloskey, OFM
February 18, 2026
Am I allowed to wear a Tau cross? Can I wear it with knots? Because I have not taken the same vows, I’m not sure if it’s proper for me to wear the knots.
Justification by Faith Alone
Pat McCloskey, OFM
February 17, 2026
What is the Catholic Church’s position on justification by faith alone?