Coping With a Mother’s Death
Pat McCloskey, OFM
May 12, 2026
Does God have a specific minute for us to die—known to God before each of us is born?
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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.
What Does the Common Good Mean?
Pat McCloskey, OFM
May 11, 2026
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?
Does God Change?
Pat McCloskey, OFM
May 8, 2026
God can appear harsh in the Old Testament, compared to the just and merciful God of today. How is this possible?
Is God Listening to My Prayers?
Pat McCloskey, OFM
May 7, 2026
Although I keep praying, little happens. What else can I do?
What Is Americanism?
Pat McCloskey, OFM
May 6, 2026
Is Americanism a heresy? If so, what does it mean? The person who introduced me to this term was not very clear about its meaning.
Why Was St. Francis So Devoted to Mary?
Pat McCloskey, OFM
May 5, 2026
I have heard that St. Francis of Assisi was very devoted to Mary, the mother of Jesus. Why? Did Francis write about her?
May a Catholic Have a Living Will?
Pat McCloskey, OFM
May 4, 2026
Is it proper for me as a Catholic to have a living will? What does the Church teach about this?