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‘The Chosen: Last Supper’ premieres in Dallas, bringing Holy Week to the big screen

March 24, 2025
By Father Patrick Briscoe
OSV News
Filed Under: Movie & Television Reviews

The wait is almost over for The Chosen fans. The highly anticipated fifth season of the groundbreaking series — “The Chosen: Last Supper” — premiered at a special red-carpet event in Dallas, ahead of its nationwide theatrical debut on March 28.

Custos: Wish of Holy Land Christians is to start again and live in peace in land of ancestors

January 5, 2025
By Father Patrick Briscoe
OSV News
Filed Under: Conflict in the Middle East, News, World News

Amid the turmoil of the ongoing Israel-Hamas war, Father Francesco Patton, the custos of the Holy Land, has a unique perspective on the plight of Christians in the region.

Why I’m spending Christmas in Bethlehem this year

December 20, 2024
By Father Patrick Briscoe
OSV News
Filed Under: Christmas, Commentary, Conflict in the Middle East

The small, struggling city where Jesus Christ was born holds a deeper urgency — and a quiet, heartbreaking beauty.

Padre Pio is beloved but most people misunderstand why

September 25, 2024
By Father Patrick Briscoe
OSV News
Filed Under: Commentary, Eucharist, Saints

Padre Pio had a keen awareness of sin, and most importantly, as Father John puts it, “He was abrupt and tough with some people and compassionate and gentle with others.”

What an autumn poem teaches us about God’s love

August 28, 2024
By Father Patrick Briscoe
OSV News
Filed Under: Commentary

I’m not one to have a favorite season; I love them all. But there’s so much to praise about fall.

A Catholic convert can help us love Mary more

April 29, 2024
By Father Patrick Briscoe
OSV News
Filed Under: Commentary

In Raïssa’s reflections, Mary is often a consoling presence during times of hardship, serving as a beacon of hope and resilience.

No, Richard Dawkins, cultural Christianity is not enough

April 13, 2024
By Father Patrick Briscoe
OSV News
Filed Under: Commentary

In a striking turn of events, renowned atheist and evolutionary biologist Richard Dawkins recently declared himself a “cultural Christian” during an interview with Rachel S. Johnson of LBC.

Five reasons why I’m still marching for life

January 23, 2024
By Father Patrick Briscoe
OSV News
Filed Under: Commentary, Respect Life

In the wake of the Dobbs decision, the March for Life is not just a celebration but a rallying call. It’s a reminder that our work is far from over

Is hell empty? I think not, but I hope I’m wrong

January 18, 2024
By Father Patrick Briscoe
OSV News
Filed Under: Commentary

I think there are a lot of souls lost for eternity because they’ve refused God’s love. I hope I’m wrong. But I don’t think I am.

Did Pope Francis change Catholic teaching on gay marriage?

December 19, 2023
By Father Patrick Briscoe
OSV News
Filed Under: Commentary, Marriage & Family Life

The new document teaches that people seeking God shouldn’t be turned away, regardless of their state of life or moral situation.

‘Christ before me’: Pray the Breastplate of St. Patrick at the manger

December 14, 2023
By Father Patrick Briscoe
OSV News
Filed Under: Advent, Christmas, Commentary

The shepherd of shepherds will lead the way through unknown paths of life.

This Advent, echo John the Baptist: ‘Behold the Lamb!’

December 9, 2023
By Father Patrick Briscoe
OSV News
Filed Under: Advent, Commentary

John the Baptist cries out to us, like parents urging their children, saying “This is the Lord!”

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