Father John McCloskey
A Fresh Look at Timeless Truths
Father C. John McCloskey, III, STD is a priest of the Prelature of Opus Dei. He currently is Research Fellow of the Faith and Reason Institute in Washington DC. From 1985-1990, he was a chaplain at Princeton University. He is perhaps best known for guiding into the Church such luminaries as Dr. Bernard Nathanson, Lawrence Kudlow, Robert Novak, Judge Robert Bork and Senator Sam Brownback. more »
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Recent Articles
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Seek First the Kingdom: Challenging the Culture by Living Our Faith Book Review
Cardinal Donald Wuerl reminds us of the importance of going into the voting booth with a well-formed conscience.
Steve Jobs and the New Evangelization
We evangelizers can learn from him.
Preface for Introduction to the Devout Life
Father reviews his favorite spiritual reading book.
All Things Made New: The Mysteries of the World in Christ Book Review
A serious book about the most serious of things, the mysteries of faith.
Suicide of a Superpower: Will America Survive to 2025? Book Review
If you are searching for the authoritative Baedeker Guide to the End of the West, search no longer.
2030 Revisited
A second look at one of my most controversial articles.
Living the Call: An Introduction to the Lay Vocation Book Review
Fr. John examines this guide to lay holiness.
Surrender: The Life-Changing Power of Doing God's Will Book Review
A look at the latest book from one of our speakers.
Why I'm Bullish on the Church as 2012 Begins
What does the Church in the U.S. need right now?
Laymen: "Resolve" to Discern God's Will for You
Do the will of God, whatever it is, no matter the cost.
Justice and Mercy: As Relevant Today as Ever
We are called to mercy... to forgiveness.
Introduction to Robert Benson's "Lord of the World"
A novel about the Antichrist, who will tempt Christians to apostasy before Christ's Second Coming.
God in Action: How Faith in God Can Address the Challenges of the World Book Review
Francis Cardinal George believes that the authentic age of the laity is here.
by Brett Decker, Washington Times
"The Essential Belloc" focuses on the philosophical aspects of this man's worldview.
Fr. McCloskey Reflects on 30 Years of Priesthood
by David Kerr, Catholic News Agency
Experience "...has given him a keen eye for the challenges facing priests in 2011."
Father C. John, Fisher of Men
by Mark Judge, Real Clear Religion
Fr. C. John has helped countless pilgrims make that journey to ultimate truth and love more compelling, rewarding -- and fun!
Ten Ways to Destroy the Imagination of Your Child Book Review
We are facing, as C.S Lewis named it, "The Abolition of Man."
The Appalling Strangeness of the Mercy of God Book Review
The story of Ruth Pakaluk, Convert, Mother, Pro-life Activist.
The Magisterium and Catholic Social Teaching
What is the magisterial authority of Catholic Social Teaching, and how is it applied to real world situations?
10 Rules for Chaste Dating
For the over-21 crowd.
Is Christianity Compatible With Libertarianism?
Private charity allows for the growth of grace.
Reactions to the John Jay Report
We must do a better job supporting priests.
Conversion: What's the Key?
Fr. McCloskey explains his secret.
Private Charity Versus Government Welfare
The greatest service to development is a Christian humanism that enkindles charity.
Breakfast With the Pope Book Review
Susan Vigilante's fascinating story of the Pope at ease among friends at breakfast.
Redeeming Economics Book Review
John Mueller's magnum opus is comparable to Adam Smith's Wealth of Nations.
Light of the World
Do not bet against the unexpected pope from Bavaria.
A Tremor of Bliss Book Review
An insightful history of the rise of contraception.
The Closing of the Muslim Mind Book Review
Robert Reilly reveals the key to defeating militant Islam.
Why Is Blessed Newman Important Today?
His revolutionary emphasis on the role of the layperson in the Church.
Beyond the Beatification of Cardinal Newman
The mutual momentum towards reunion may be irresistible.
How to Get to I Do Foreward
Amy Bonaccorso offers a dating guide for Catholic women.
The Future Church: How Ten Trends are Revolutionizing the Catholic Church Book Review
John Allen examines the worldwide dimension of the Church.
Perfect Successor to John Paul II
Celebrating 5 years with Pope Benedict XVI.
Pops: A Life of Louis Armstrong Book Review
Terry Teachout stakes a claim for nomination for the Pulitzer Prize in biography.
Good News, Bad News - Introduction
Russell Shaw's introduction to Father McCloskey's book, Good News, Bad News.
Christians in the Movies Book Review
Dr. Peter Dans does his part to inspire a counter-revolution.
What Happened at Notre Dame Book Review
Charles E. Rice has written a concise lawyer's brief to convict Notre Dame and its administration of committing treason against its history.
Heart Speaking to Heart
Father McCloskey on the influence of the Venerable John Henry Newman.
The Israel Test Book Review
George Gilder explains why if we fail the Israel Test, a new Dark Age may be upon us.
The Difference God Makes Book Review
Francis Cardinal George of the Archdiocese of Chicago has written an astonishingly perceptive book that is the best history of the Catholic Church in the Unites States from a theological point of view.
Politics for the Greatest Good Book Review
Clarke D. Forsythe, senior counsel for Americans for Life, has written an essential book for lawmakers and all participants in the ongoing culture wars, most particularly those engaging in public policy issues concerning the origins of life, the end of life, and marriage.
Meltdown Book Review
A review of the book by Thomas Woods.
Newman's University in Today's American Culture (2009)
Philosophy and theology are essential for university education.
Recommended Reading
Articles About Cardinal Newman
Fr. McCloskey's articles on Venerable John Henry Newman.
Winning New Converts
As the Catechism reminds us, winning converts to our Faith should be a constant concern for all Catholics: "The true apostle is on the lookout for occasions of announcing Christ by word, either to unbelievers... or to the faithful." How should we go about it?
Spiritual Reading
Despite the lure of secular media, Catholics must spend time reading the Sacred Scriptures and other spiritual classics. Father John explains why we need spiritual reading and offers advice on what and how to read.
Triumph: The Power and the Glory of the Catholic Church, a 2000-Year History Book Review
H.W. Crocker makes the history of the Church come alive in this new book. Crocker writes with an attitude: he presumes that the Catholic Church is a divine institution founded by Christ and destined to last until the Second Coming.
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The Essential Belloc
A new book by Fr. McCloskey
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