Fr. Patrick Briscoe, O.P., on Ways to Respond to Those Who Have Fallen Away from Their Faith

"For many Catholics, believing begins as a family affair. We receive our faith from our parents and grandparents. And thank God for their love of the precious gift of faith! It is the greatest thing any parent has to give a son or daughter. 

"If we are raised with faith, we often hardly recognize it. . . . The sacraments are the signposts of Catholic life. We age, and we grow in faith.

"But sometimes things aren’t always that smooth. Growing does not necessarily mean growing in faith. Tragically, in some lives, it means growing out of, or growing away from…" 

In a recent commentary, Father Patrick Briscoe, O.P., reflected on two ways (via beauty and truth) to respond to concerns raised by persons who have fallen away from their faith. 

To access Fr Patrick's complete post, please visit: 

Aleteia: Aleteia: Fr. Patrick Briscoe, OP: The 2-step response for those who think they know what the Church offers - and don't want it (14 MAY 20) 

Editor's note: Myrna and I are parishioners at Saint Pius V Parish, where Fr. Patrick is currently serving.