The Patrick Madrid Show

Patrick explores cashless economies, challenges around taxation, socialism’s ripple effects on faith and family, and the wounds caused by political division. The episode moves from economic systems to fractured relationships, Catholic doctrine, and philosophical tactics, connecting political trends with everyday faith and forgiveness. Listener questions spark personal stories and practical advice, all threaded through Patrick's candid, sometimes witty exchanges.   Audio: Why would the banks want to move away from cash? The only ones left with $100 is the banks https://x.com/rainmaker1973/status/1987139111568752874?s=46&t=m_l2itwnFvka2DG8_72nHQ (00:20) Audio: Economist Arthur Laffer - "If you tax people who work, and you pay people who don't work, do not be surprised if you have a lot of people not working." https://x.com/redpilldispensr/status/1986721172759748978 (02:25) Audio: Socialism is killing America. Every time the government makes something affordable and accessible, it becomes unaffordable. https://x.com/LibertyCappy/status/1986584384770572486 (04:55) Audio: I let politics ruin my relationship with my mother  - https://x.com/onebaddude_/status/1987579620208656395?s=46&t=m_l2itwnFvka2DG8_72nHQ (08:02) Patrick in Denver, CO - Does going to an Orthodox Church fulfill one's Sunday Obligation? How can I persuade a Catholic not to do this? (25:18) Roger - I was listening on my drive to work, and you were discussing Marxism. Have you ever read 'Awake Not Woke'? (36:42) Theresa - Does Jesus give His future and present Body to the Apostles? (40:15) A listener shares the answers Grok thinks Patrick Madrid would give (47:52)

Patrick brings unexpected energy, bouncing from quirky pop culture nods to sharp questions about plastics, climate, and faith. He passes the mic to callers, blending stories from everyday lives with firsthand Senate hearing drama and childhood curiosity. Ancient wisdom meets modern-day struggles—one moment environmental stats, the next an eight-year-old searching for sainthood.   Plastics – Senator Mullin on how Plastics are in EVERYTHING https://x.com/nathanielsami/status/1986818225754214623?s=46&t=m_l2itwnFvka2DG8_72nHQ (03:16) Stephanie - Is the St. Pius V Chapel a legitimate organization in the Church? (19:30) John (email) - My Catholic daughter is dating former Mormon and taking him to Mass the last two weeks. Can somebody recommend a good book that he could read (or my daughter should read)? (36:00) Moira (8-years-old) - How can I become a saint and be a good sister? (41:36)

Patrick fields questions ranging from interfaith marriage challenges and sacramental validity with Catholic and Mormon backgrounds, to the moral concerns around IVF and surrogacy, offering honest, direct responses. Lighthearted moments arise as listeners ask about the show’s quirky music, while practical faith matters like kids at Mass and women’s veiling spark candid reflection. One caller’s emotional struggle with the show’s treatment of Mormonism, as well as a spirited critique from a listener, prompt Patrick to address criticism head-on and keep the conversation refreshingly real.   Stacy - How do I explain to someone that by becoming Catholic that they are not going back on what they believe in? (00:34) Catherine - How can I support my friend's daughter-in-law who is using IVF? (10:43) Email - With deep regret, I can't listen to you anymore… (19:35) LeeAnn – I love your bumper music (27:03) Michael - My Church has a ministry for kids to go to during mass (36:19) Carol - Where can I find out more about wearing a veil at mass? (42:48) George - You talk too much about Mormons. What about militant atheists and Mormons? (46:43)

Patrick opens with prayer, sharing the urgency of the Relevant Radio pledge drive while fielding questions about rekindling faith in family members, finding peace in confession, and understanding Protestant perspectives on Catholicism. He offers practical book suggestions, directs listeners to free resources, and reassures those carrying spiritual worries.   93-year-old woman from Houston - Her 63-year-old son, who, during a serious health scare, went to confession for the first time in a very long time.  Can Patrick recommend any books or other resources that might inspire him to want what the Church offers?  Second question, her daughter is a Calvinist.  Can Patrick recommend any resources that would help Mom gently explain the problems with the Calvinist church? (01:21) Stanley – I may have hid sins and I don’t know the number of times I’ve sinned. I’m concerned that I’m not in a state of grace. (13:05) John - Why do other denominations say that the Catholic Church is in apostasy? (22:30) Rick - Why are we so strong and stringent about IVF when there are Catholics voting for serial abortionists and Church leaders enabling politicians? (40:26)

Patrick gently responds to a listener's fear of attending Mass, advocating both spiritual and therapeutic support, and assures a young Protestant woman that the Church holds space for everyone, whether or not they have a family. Donation updates, reflections on government funding explored via Elon Musk’s recent remarks, and gratitude for listener support thread through the hour, keeping things urgent, compassionate, and grounded in community connection.   Alex - If IVF is not approved by the Church what else is there that is Catholic approved for those struggling with infertility. (01:04) Marlene (email) - I love listening to you and Drew.  How do you maintain your composure? (14:44) Rose (email) – Is it safe to travel to the Holy Land? (16:04) Audio: Elon explains how illegal immigrant voters are paid off to vote https://x.com/tarabull/status/1986101204385206768?s=46&t=m_l2itwnFvka2DG8_72nHQ (28:46) Audio: Elon Musk about why Democrats don’t want to clean out all the dead people names from Social Security –  https://x.com/wallstreetapes/status/1985235065123779001?s=46&t=m_l2itwnFvka2DG8_72nHQ (34:57) Linda - Elon Musk is very spot on. I worked in an industry that ran Motor Vehicle Reports. 100 year death indicator. People will go to the cemetery and shop around for names and assume a dead person's identity. (44:58)

Special Challenge Match Hour!

Patrick engages listeners with a striking segment exploring how the devil might work today, connecting it to Paul Harvey’s famed reflection, and offers reflections on purity, Marian devotion, and moral dilemmas like IVF, always rooting his responses in Catholic teaching. Through real listener stories and thoughtful encouragement, Patrick connects faith to daily life with frankness and warmth.   Audio: ChatGPT, “If I were the devil“ https://www.instagram.com/reel/DQm9AdsghSd/?igsh=d3MxMTFvcTRlMGZm (02:48) Audio: Paul Harvey “If I were the Devil”  - https://x.com/OneBadDude_/status/1817250726013550652 (07:10) Joe - Can you comment on men living a chaste life and how they look at women? I think that remembering that the Blessed Mother was the perfect woman is helpful. (15:09) Brother John (email) - If Communism were to infiltrate and possess a government, or even our Church, would a Marian Consecration and Exorcism be most effective at binding it powerless and casting it out? (21:31) What makes a valid baptism? (27:22) Pedro (email) - My son goes to a public school, and his best friend there is Mormon. Sometimes he goes to the friend's house. I let him, so far, but I don't know if I should because I don't want him to be exposed to Mormonism. (33:20) Kai (16-years-old) - Why is the Church against IVF even in the best-case scenario. Is it moral for a couple to use embryos if the only alternative is for them to be discarded? (40:38)

Patrick responds candidly to listener questions on faith, family, technology, and Catholic doctrine, weaving personal stories with practical advice. Intimate calls on spiritual struggles and church teachings keep the momentum raw and honest.   Email - I’m very grateful for this life we have, but I also often feel resentment towards the world, my husband, and God. (01:35) Ellie (email) - I have heard you say to a few callers who say that they don't have cell phones, don't have computers, etc. , and you have told those callers that you admire that and think that's a sane way to live. But you yourself use all of those modern devices. You use Artificial Intelligence. I wonder why you don't do what those callers do? (14:40) Jonathan - Pope Leo said that All Souls are destined for heaven. What does that mean? (20:09) Lola - A lady put a hand on me when praying without my permission. Afterwards, I felt something strange. What can I do about it? (39:36) Sheila - You said, “woe be to his friend who was a fallen away Catholic.” What scripture talks about this? (45:14)

Patrick answers personal concerns, dispels spiritual anxiety, gives guidance on balancing faith with fitness, and highlights the quiet heroism of family life, all while weaving in humor and reflections on the importance of Catholic radio support.   James - There are two verses that are prophetic in Deuteronomy and Ezekial. Could they apply to the United States? Also, how do I pray a 54 Rosary Novena? (00:55) Dan – You shared a letter from a woman who gave up her job to raise kids and sometimes felt resentment. If we got rid of neuroscientists, life would go on, but if we got rid of mother’s life would not go on. (14:25) Audio: Deprogrammed ex-climate change activist https://x.com/wideawake_media/status/1986041101061374359?s=46&t=m_l2itwnFvka2DG8_72nHQ (16:22) Jack - How can I workout without being vain about it? (27:22) Andrea - What effect does the Eucharist have on the human body? (34:56) Dru - Porn on my religious apps (NOT the Relevant Radio app) (43:49)

Patrick opens with the Vatican’s latest decision on Marian dogmas, explaining why titles like "Co-Redemptrix" remain off the table; he draws from Scripture, linking Mary’s cooperation in Christ’s work to tradition while stressing Christ’s singular role as mediator. The topic shifts to media controversy, zeroing in on the BBC’s manipulation of Trump’s January 6th audio, highlighting growing mistrust and the necessity of personal verification in a world awash with AI and selective editing.   Doctrinal Note on Marian titles: Mother of the faithful, not Co-redemptrix (02:58) Audio: Bev Turner slams the BBC for their ‘doctored’ Trump’s January 6 speech in 2021, which was part of a Panorama documentary. The BBC edited two clips to make it appear as though Donald Trump was encouraging the Capitol riot. https://x.com/gbnews/status/1985515135839191213?s=46&t=m_l2itwnFvka2DG8_72nHQ (21:21) Audio: BBC caught red-handed in blatant manipulation of their audience – @Jacob_Rees_Mogg questions the BBC license fee as a Panorama clip edits Donald Trump's words ahead of the Capitol riots, seemingly to implicate him in the unrest. https://x.com/GBNEWS/status/1985448759598190789 (31:57) Todd - Do you agree that Fox News also has applause behind President Trump which is manipulative? This happens in American media too. (43:34)

Patrick spotlights mounting media manipulation and the challenge of separating truth from spin, especially as AI fact-checking tools collide with human bias. Caller perspectives spark lively exchanges on finding trustworthy news and balancing faith with real-world concerns, while Patrick’s reflections on current events and media mishaps keep the conversation fresh.   Email – Can we even trust AI to fact check? (03:31) Pete - What Todd said is not true. The mics are what was manipulated. (04:01) Patrick asks Grok if it’s true that Fox News manipulated audio by adding applause to a Trump speech to make the audience sound larger (05:55) Elly - You are learning more to the left. How can you worry about the applause? You mix politics and religion. (15:37) Steve - I worry that Grok will count as a religion one day. It may say religion contradicts science. (20:01) Rich - NBC, Google, and Yahoo say FOX is manipulative. It seems like one-directional bias. (29:24) Nick - We keep looking for the truth in news and media. I think this distracts us from Jesus, the truth, and the light. (32:52) Keaton (email) - I want to remind you of what President Nixon once said: “Never forget that the press is the enemy. The establishment is the enemy. The professors are the enemy. Professors are the enemy. Write that on a blackboard 100 times and never forget it.” (44:24)

Patrick takes listeners through questions about the Trinity, sacramental grace, and how mercy intersects with Church rules, answering calls from both curious children and seasoned adults. He blends gratitude for support with real conversations about topics like mortal sin, confession, and the unique place of laypeople in faith life, weaving listener stories into the hour’s rhythm. The pledge drive pulses beneath it all, calling for generosity and reminding everyone why these discussions matter.   Zoe (12-years-old) - I know that the Trinity is equal, but how come the Church calls God the Father and Jesus His son? In my family, the father has more authority than the son. (26:54) Tom – St. Theresa Doctor of the Church (15:03) Sawyer - Are we made in the image of God? What does this mean? I have heard we are a lifeless glove. Is this correct? (20:16) Ann (email) - I am not sure that when I married in the Catholic Church, if I might have had unconfessed mortal sin on my soul. Is my marriage invalid? (27:56) Gaby - I have just become an extraordinary minister of care. My friends are saying this should not be allowed. What does the Church say? (32:36) Mary (email) – What is mortal sin? (43:38)

Patrick welcomes listeners with a prayer and immediately fields questions that range from Eucharistic theology and family struggles to practical spiritual advice, responding to concerns about Communion, terminal illness, and complicated faith journeys. Calls spark conversations about Catholic practice, marriage, and the challenges of nurturing faith in skeptical environments, all while Patrick sprinkles in stories, personal anecdotes, and sincere encouragement.   John (email) - Why is it that the priest must consume both the Body and Precious Blood, and that Christ tells us to receive both, but the wine has become optional in most parishes? (01:05) John - My wife is dying and was upset by the book The Four Last Things. (14:30) Randy - Someone close to me is in the LGBTQ+ movement and says that nothing in the Bible contradicts same-sex marriage. How can I dialogue with her? (20:13) Rocco - How can I get my granddaughter baptized? (28:21) Alfredo - I am grateful that President Trump placed Nigeria in the category of 'Country of concern'. I have been calling my Congress people. I am glad that the President did something. (39:30) Audio: African speaks out about Christians being killed in Nigeria - https://x.com/realmaalouf/status/1978581084964053494?s=46&t=m_l2itwnFvka2DG8_72nHQ (46:45)

Patrick brings Relevant Radio’s pledge drive to life by highlighting urgent global crises like the slaughter of Nigerian Christians and the pressures facing Western democracy. He fields calls ranging from spiritual questions about confession, concerns over yoga and alternative medicine, and the complexities of discerning God’s will. Between personal faith stories and appeals for support, Patrick’s hour is full of passionate calls to prayer, charity, and practical Catholic living.   Christian persecution/genocide in Nigeria (01:11) Audio: Nigerian Christians: "every house was set ablaze and all our grains were burnt down....this morning we buried 29 people" - https://x.com/trobinsonnewera/status/1982067385608573183?s=46 (02:51) Audio: Islam vs Democracy - @Ayaan talking to Ben Habib says: “You can vote your way into Islamism, but you’ll never vote your way out.” -  https://x.com/backbrexitben/status/1984726138468393470?s=46&t=m_l2itwnFvka2DG8_72nHQ (07:31) Tony - Can I do Yoga to fix my back? I have heard that it is good for building up my core. Is it spiritually harmful? (13:46) Miranda - If we went to Hell, would the sins that we confessed in Confession be revealed to demons? (19:06) Alex - How do you truly discern God's will? (27:29) Audio: Trans medical participants whistleblower – Jamie Reed Master of Science from Washington University -https://x.com/headwarriortwm/status/1982004974814208298?s=46&t=m_l2itwnFvka2DG8_72nHQ (31:00) Trina - I want to know about essential oils. Should we get rid of all of our essential oil products? (41:29)

Patrick opens with prayer and launches the fall pledge drive, sharing honest thoughts on shifting climate narratives, Bill Gates' changing stance, and Elon Musk's vision for open discourse. Callers' questions spark candid conversations about science, faith, historical claims about Israel, and real-life spiritual struggles like demonic oppression. Updates on donations weave through the hour as Patrick celebrates listener generosity, all while blending sharp insight, a bit of music trivia, and a generous spirit of encouragement.   Why do we pray the Memorare? (00:33) Audio: Bill Gates admits that pushing climate doomerism was a mistake – Lucy Biggers from The Free Press - 2:30 - https://x.com/TheFP/status/1983287508910633185 (03:16) Audio: Elon explains why he bought twitter – “The reason for acquiring Twitter is because it was causing destruction at a civilizational level. They were pushing an anti-civilizational mind virus to the world & it was causing a lot of damage”https://x.com/cb_doge/status/1984319520786534466?s=46&t=m_l2itwnFvka2DG8_72nHQ (05:53) Will - Pharmaceutics derived from plants. Also, Maryland was supposed to be a free state for Catholics, but it became illegal to be Catholic’s in Charles Carrol’s time. (15:06) Rick - Is it acceptable to say “deliver us from the evil from the evil one” when saying the Our Father? (18:29) Audio: Loay Alshareef explains the best way to respond to those who say “my grandma is older than Israel” is to tell them about the Mesha Stele; archaeological evidence doesn’t lie, and their grandmas certainly aren’t older than that. - https://x.com/lalshareef/status/1985302584614125862?s=46&t=m_l2itwnFvka2DG8_72nHQ (28:38) David - I am dealing with demonic oppression and obsession (31:49)

Great Story Great Saints: Patrick examines the life of Saint Ignatius of Antioch, painting his courage in vivid strokes, drawing connections from ancient martyrs to today’s challenges. Ancient heroes and modern struggles pulse together, bridging centuries in candid, living conversation.   St. Ignatius of Antioch (01:30) Sophia - You always talk about attending invalid weddings. How do I break the news to my parents that I will not be attending my brother's wedding? (10:56) Ron - How much notice do priests need before the wedding? How did the letters of St. Ignatius of Antioch survive? (24:37) St. Polycarp of Smyrna (37:47) Joe - Isn't it great to have all the saints as our friends (51:06) Elly - Do you know anything about St. Anne the Blessed Mother's mom. Could you comment on her? (51:46)

Great Story Great Saints: Patrick brings listeners into the lives and radical choices of saints like Cyprian of Carthage and John Chrysostom, painting vivid contrasts between heroic virtue and everyday faith. He explores what being a saint means, drawing a sharp line between the Church’s ancient teachings and today’s beliefs, while refusing to sugarcoat the cost of conviction and the challenges of Church history. Patrick urges everyone—believers and skeptics alike—to confront the evidence from the earliest Christians and question what keeps them outside the Catholic faith.   St. Cyprian of Carthage (06:48) St. John Chrysostom (35:14)

Great Story Great Saints: Patrick explores the lives of saints with vivid storytelling and answers questions about Old Testament figures, canonization mysteries, and whether it’s right to seek the prayers of Blesseds, letting sharp details and unexpected dialogue spark curiosity.   St. Irenaeus of Lyons (04:34) Robert - My 2 favorites are Fulton Sheen and Romano Guardini. Is there any movement for the canonization of these two individuals? (24:19) Is All Saints Day a Holy Day of Obligation? (28:19) Scott - I believe the Blessed Mother is very powerful and saved this man I was praying for. (29:39) St. Athanasius of Alexandria (36:29) Luke - Are the older prophets in the Bible considered Saints? (46:20) Monica - At my Church we do a Saint and Blessed party. Someone from our group thought it was incorrect to not ask Blessed to pray for them. Is that Correct? (52:32)

Patrick spotlights the surge of antisemitism, weaving together remarks from Pope Leo XIV, clips from Douglas Murray and Mosab Hassan Yousef, and firsthand stories from everyday voices. Conversations twist and turn through political unrest, religious tensions, and the worries of Western societies as Patrick raises questions about faith, identity, and security. Even moments of personal reflection and listener calls crackle with urgency, challenging Catholics to respond in this climate of growing hostility.   Pope Leo XIV condemns rise of antisemitism (Patrick translates) – (03:31) https://x.com/breeadail/status/1983501738024816649 Audio: Douglass Murray, "what level of evil do you have to fall into . . ." (09:52) (https://x.com/VividProwess/status/1983458795222110602 Audio: Mosab Hasan Yosef, son of Hamas founder, warning is clear: "if you support terror, you are the enemy – (14:21) https://x.com/adi13/status/1982646723915948070?s=46&t=m_l2itwnFvka2DG8_72nHQ Audio: “it’s jihad against civilization” - Mosab Hassan Yousef - https://x.com/adi13/status/1981563717662670891?s=46&t=m_l2itwnFvka2DG8_72nHQ Audio: Mosab Hassan Yousef (son of Hamas founder) ruthlessly destroys Hamas's false narrative - https://x.com/LizaRosen0000/status/1912358038066823275  Audio: Dov Hikind on Real America - recent attacks in Israel against our Christian brothers and sisters are despicable and must be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law – (25:38) https://x.com/hikinddov/status/1947472780683055241?s=46&t=m_l2itwnFvka2DG8_72nHQ Audio: Nigel Farage answering press questions about Muslims threatening Jews and others in public - and strongly condemns what he describes as "proper racism" and intimidation during a masked protest march in Tower Hamlets over the weekend – (32:21) https://x.com/ukj0n/status/1982823348577948000?s=46&t=m_l2itwnFvka2DG8_72nHQ Audio: Nigel Farage addressing parliament regarding Muslim immigration - https://x.com/yossibenyakar/status/1982788225719505187?s=46&t=m_l2itwnFvka2DG8_72nHQ Audio: UK Muslims bragging about how they’re not here to take part, they’re here to take over – (37:59) https://x.com/wgthink/status/1934219429660823654?s=46&t=m_l2itwnFvka2DG8_72nHQ Fr. Volodymry - I was fired from a Catholic hospital because I was accused of being anti-Islamic. Your show about Dearborn MI really struck me. How is it that we are allowing this Islamic? (41:13) Audio: Women increasingly in danger in the UK because of Islamic immigrants – Alex Phillips says she's never felt as unsafe in London as she does now - https://x.com/basil_tgmd/status/1982381720189255934?s=46&t=m_l2itwnFvka2DG8_72nHQ

Patrick answers tough questions from callers, weighing in on Harry Potter’s place in Catholic homes, differences between fantasy series, and the concerns around fascination with the occult. He fields thoughts on the origins of “Roman Catholic,” whether calling oneself “Judeo Roman Catholic” makes sense, and sorts through confusion about Jewish and Hebrew identities with historical insights and recommended resources. With callers pressing for clarity on topics from biblical symbolism to church teaching, Patrick keeps the conversation brisk, heartfelt, and unapologetically honest.   Rose - Should Catholic parents allow kids to read Harry Potter and why? (01:003) Robert - Assimilation issue with Muslims: How did the United State become how it is today? (07:44) Debbie - When the caller talks about being Judeo Catholic, that could be confused with following Old Testament Laws. (22:01) Gebman - Psalm 75 uses the word horns. What does this mean? Does it mean “strength”? (35:46) Irma - I find it interesting that the earlier caller, Robert, calls himself a Judeo Christian. I thought the Old Testament was for the Jews and the New Testament was for the Gentiles. (37:16) Madeline - Is there a specific prayer that you are supposed to pray to St. Jude to get the benefits of his intercession? 2nd question: Can someone kill themselves and not go to hell? (43:23)

Patrick opens the phones to questions about faith, baptism, and what truly defines the Catholic Church, moving from heartfelt concerns about re-baptism to passionate exchanges with skeptics like Rich, who challenges Jesus’s divinity and the origins of Catholic belief. He fields queries on confession and rituals, all while offering sharp insights, scriptural responses, and the occasional smile when listeners push back or disagree. Calls range from bewildered to bold, and Patrick doesn’t shy away from the tough stuff as he meets every topic, from indulgences to religious freedom, head on.   Justin - I feel like Holy Spirit is calling me to be rebaptized. My pastor does not agree and won't do it. Do you have any thoughts? (00:34) Rich - I discovered that Jesus denounced Catholicism, so how could he be the founder? (09:08) John - Do we need to say the Act of Contrition before you get Absolution? (23:04) Dolores – Should we place limitations on the rights of the religious? Didn't Utah have to renounce polygamy before it became a state? (31:14) Patrick shares some emails in response to Rich’s call earlier in this hour Nick - I was baptized as a Ukrainian Catholic. I had the sacrament of Confirmation as an infant. How was this valid? (40:04) Doug - What is required to get a plenary indulgence? (42:41)

When Melissa wrote to The Patrick Madrid Show, her email was simple and direct: she’d been a bridesmaid in two weddings years ago, both involving Catholics who married outside the Church without dispensation. Now that she understands her faith better, she wonders if she sinned by participating. Patrick begins with calm reassurance. “If you didn’t know the Church’s teaching at the time, then no – you didn’t sin,” he says. “You can’t be guilty of what you didn’t know.” Ignorance doesn’t excuse every act, but it removes moral culpability when the person truly doesn’t understand what they’re doing. Still, he added, “If your conscience bothers you, bring it to confession. Just mention it briefly and leave it at the foot of the Cross.” Patrick then turns to the practical question: should Catholics attend such weddings? To explain his answer, he points to the example of St. John the Baptist. Herod’s marriage to his brother’s wife wasn’t valid, and John spoke out against it. That’s what led to his imprisonment and death. Patrick imagines Herod visiting John in prison: “Can you picture Herod saying, ‘John, I know you disagree with my marriage but just come to the reception. Keep the peace. Have a good meal.’ Do you think John would have said yes?” Patrick pauses. “If St. John the Baptist wouldn’t go along to get along, why should we?” For him, the choice is about integrity. A Catholic can love family without surrendering faith. In moments of tension, fidelity to Christ matters more than social comfort.

Patrick answers questions about whether demons hate Latin, the Church's approach to marital intimacy, and what attitude to bring to Mass, sprinkling in humor and commentary on youth slang. He fields practical concerns from callers, reflects on Catholic traditions, and offers advice for handling postpartum challenges and everyday dilemmas. Insights are sharpened as Patrick balances reverence and wit, blending ancient teachings with modern quirks.   Mikaela (email) – Why do demons hate Latin? (00:53) Email – Is Viagra okay to use? (13:29) Monica - I like what you said about Latin. I think it is more of a prayer. The main language in the Vatican is English now. (20:39) Leonard - Latin was also touched to the cross. (25:29) Richard - I am confused about the act of marriage. My wife has not been able to be intimate for over 30 years. Can you clarify the sinfulness of accommodating this? (30:26) Billy (email) – What attitude should I have during Mass? Eleanor – Should we sit down when the priest sits down? (38:37) Jessica - I had a baby 6 weeks ago and have no interest in husband-and-wife duties. Am I sinning that I don't want to be available for this? (44:24)

Patrick takes calls about silence in church, the meaning of praying for peace, and tough moral questions about suicide within Catholicism. He responds to stories of cross-dressing teens at parish events, holding hands during Mass, and questions about annulment, tossing in practical solutions, encouragement from scripture, and personal stories.   Araceli - What do you think about getting to Church 15 minutes beforehand? When I arrive early, people are chatting like they are in a coffee shop. (02:37) Mary - We are supposed to pray for peace on earth. This seems to go against human nature? Why should we pray for peace? (09:45) Erin (email) – Is there hope for the mentally ill? (17:32) Patricia - My daughter is marrying a married and divorced person who was baptized. Does he need an annulment? (22:43) Janelle - I went to a new Church, and they raise their hands up. Is that normal now? (32:49) Rick - Saying the Rosary before the Mass seems to keep things reverent and quiet beforehand. (39:09) Michael - You have to have faith. Praying for peace on earth is a pipe dream. Why pray for something that is not realistic. I have no faith that this will be answered. (41:02 Sean - Is it ok to hold hands during the Our Father during Mass? 48:23)

Patrick fields calls about everything from family burial choices and comfort after loss, to confusion with Church practices like lay ministers, marriage preparation, and even tattoos, always infusing clear Catholic insight and vivid storytelling. Technology glitches, tradition debates, and personal struggles tumble together in this hour as Patrick balances empathy, candor, and humor while offering practical, faith-based advice.   Audio: “Cis” American liberal gets educated by transindigenous man of color. (00:34) Ron - Is all of this technology doing us any good. I am a disabled vet. I don't know what is going on anymore and I am tired of it. (05:44) Victor - I have been dreaming about my mother and brother who both passed away. Is this necromancy, wanting to see them again? (11:09) Maria - I hear that cremation is not a good idea for Catholics. (13:22) Amy (email) - What is the church’s position on donating one’s body to science? (23:12) Linda - I came from the Latin Mass recently to a newer mass. I have a problem with Eucharistic Ministers. Can you explain this? (26:43) Matt - I am in OCIA and so is my girlfriend. We are eager to get married. Does it have to happen in the Church or can we do it beforehand and then get it convalidated? (38:22) Catherine - Donating the body to science: You either get remains back cremated or body goes to mass grave. (44:21) Julie - My daughter is a very religious Catholic and thinking about getting a tattoo. (47:11)

Patrick explores tough listener questions about Catholics attending weddings outside church, marriage, annulments, and how conscience and faith intersect with family life. Candid advice weaves through topics like Communion regulations, picking a daily missal, and the depths of Catholic creeds, with stories and pop culture moments adding warmth. Sometimes, a single practical answer opens a door to unexpected honesty, leaving listeners with food for thought.   Melissa (email) – I was a bridesmaid in two different weddings that were not valid. Was this a sin that I need to confess? (01:07) Terry - I take my elderly neighbor to mass. Is it ok if I brought him the Eucharist? I am not a Eucharistic Minister. (10:00) Email – What Catholic Missal should I use? (12:01) Miles (email) - Credo Populorum Dei by Paul VI in 1968 AD (14:35) Email – My husband and I are living as brother and sister until our previous marriages are annulled. (21:34) Patsy – What Bible should we give to someone if we can't get a Catholic Bible to them while they are in jail? (42:19) Email – Marriage/sex question (49:17)

Patrick opens the hour by reading a listener’s email questioning his stance on attending invalid weddings, bringing personal stories and historical context about conflicting priestly advice in the wake of Humanae Vitae. The conversation climbs from memories of seminarians who wrongly counseled married couples on contraception to callers probing Church teaching on natural family planning and the significance of following a well-formed conscience. As the hour winds down, Patrick wrestles with the challenge of Christian belief in miracles and the resurrection, anchoring his response in scripture and the lived witness of the apostles.   Kevin (email) - Why don't you take the advice of priests over your own interpretation? (00:47) Brother John - Natural Family Planning was never a teaching of the Church. It came out of Vatican II. (18:53) Pat - Priest wrote letter apologizing to those he recommended birth control too. (24:58) Jeffrey - My friend wants his mom to become Christian, but she doesn't believe in the Resurrection of Christ. (38:40)

Patrick takes on pressing questions about faith and real-world struggles sent in by listeners, moving from confessions about sterilization and options for penance to exploring conditional baptism and spiritual journeys into the Catholic Church. Deeply personal stories surface, parents worry about guiding their children through today’s divided culture, callers wrestle with conscience and challenging teachings. With candor and wit, Patrick addresses analogies for the Trinity, restitution, adoption, and what genuine compassion looks like in confession.   Kathy (email) – Many years ago, I had my tubes tied after my 5th child and I was aware it was a sin. Now I understand it was sin and have been to confession, but I still feel bad about it. Is there anything else I can do? (00:54) Mike - I am in OCIA and am struggling with the issue of Baptism. What makes a Baptism valid? (09:44) Dylan - You were just talking about the consequences for self-sterilization. Could adoption be a suitable penance? (25:59) Mariette - My friends are dating each other. One of them is divorced and doesn't have an annulment. I feel they shouldn't be dating. What do you think? (32:16) Jarod - Is a good way to explain the Trinity to use the analogy of identical twins? (38:00) Cathleen - I am a product of the 60s and 70s and I was told to follow my conscience. I was never told that I needed a well-formed conscience. (41:51) Jeanie (email) – Catholic’s shouldn’t attend invalid weddings because it’s a sin of scandal. (45:24) Sarah - I have friends who are on both sides of politics. Which priests do we follow? Should they even be commenting on these issues? (46:47)

On The Patrick Madrid Show, Jacqueline from Long Beach calls in with a question: Is it okay for Catholics to celebrate Halloween? Patrick explains that Halloween actually began as “All Hallows’ Eve,” the vigil before All Saints' Day, a time meant to honor the saints in heaven and pray for the faithful departed. While the modern version has become more secular – and sometimes includes dark or occult themes – its origins are deeply Catholic. Patrick shares that in his own family, they’ve always enjoyed Halloween, but in a way that keeps faith front and center. His wife, Nancy, made saint costumes for their 11 kids – like St. Michael the Archangel, St. Thérèse of Ávila, and even the Pope – so that their trick-or-treating became a lighthearted witness to Christ. Neighbors were often surprised and delighted when they met “little saints” at their doors, sparking small but meaningful conversations about faith. He reminds you that there’s nothing sinful about dressing up or collecting candy, as long as families avoid celebrating evil and instead use the day to point to God’s goodness and the communion of saints. Still, while Patrick may disagree, he respects parents who choose to skip Halloween out of devotion or caution. His advice: pray, follow your conscience, and make decisions that keep Christ at the heart of your home.

Patrick clears confusion about Catholic perspectives on marriage and intimacy. The phone lines crackle as callers question reverence at Mass and Eucharistic minister practices while Patrick untangles concerns about modesty and faith traditions, even sharing advice for a parent faced with a child’s questions about death. An audio clip reveals how Christianity transforms lives, mixing heartbreak, hope and unexpected humor.   Audio: Elon Musk: “Europe needs to have a sensible immigration policy” (18:00) Email – Can I have sexual relations with my wife even if she is unable to conceive a child? (01:39) Dennis - Why is Jesus not respected in the New Mass? (07:45) Audio: Christianity brainwashed me - … quit drugs, quit drinking, stopped self-harming, & stopped having suicidal thoughts. (17:52) *Omar - Why do we die? How do I answer my 4-year-old? (20:19) Laurel - Is it wrong to do yoga? (25:37) Sylvia - I am a Eucharistic Minister and disagree with Dennis. I help my priest, and we clean our hands very well. (29:57) John - Is it an incitement against the Church if you criticize certain aspects of the New Mass without downplaying its efficacy? (36:12) Maria - There is immodest dress in the Church and priest said it is ok for the laity to correct people who dress immodestly. (46:12)

Patrick brings listeners straight into spirited banter with Cyrus, celebrating his birthday while unpacking calls about Catholic traditions, unique Mass experiences in Spain, and Halloween’s roots. He fields questions on yoga’s connection to faith, explains ritual purity, and responds to heartfelt inquiries about marriage trials with clarity and warmth. The episode shifts effortlessly from laughter over coffee to honest discussions about reverence, community, and standing strong in times of doubt.   Silvia - I had the privilege of going to the Mozarab liturgy. This was way before Latin liturgy. (02:20) Rosemarie - What does 'unclean' and 'sacred' mean when referring to women who had just given birth in Leviticus? (12:54) Britney - There are a lot of young people going to TLM. (20:18) Rick - There is a difference between the Hindu tradition of yoga and the Western version of yoga (26:18) Shelly - I want to address Rosemarie and the purification topic. This was to protect women and give them time to recover. Sexuality is a gift from God. (38:04) Email – My husband wants a divorce but also wants to stay “church married” (44:43)

Patrick trades stories and guidance with listeners grappling with parish commitment, the meaning of suffering, and the requirements for being a Catholic godparent, pulling out honest advice and unexpected insights. A caller on a 15-year dialysis journey sparks raw reflection on perseverance and faith, while questions about biblical references to blood and the Catholic view on Halloween stir sincere, sometimes surprising responses. With warmth and quick humor, Patrick keeps conversations moving, mixing everyday struggles with the promise of grace.   Steven - What is your expert opinion on going to different parishes over going to one expert community? (02:22) Joyce - Jewish religion believed in the sacredness of the blood because no one is worthy enough to touch it. (09:27) Jude - Have you ever been to Sandusky, Ohio? (12:07) Mary - Can you explain the sacrifice and offering up of one's pain? How can I practice this? (19:08) Yolanda - A woman told me that she is a godparent for 3 different children and is not baptized. How is that possible? (27:06) Eric - A bunch of Catholics are saying Halloween is bad while others say it is good. What should I do on Halloween as a Catholic? (31:40) Audio: When OBAMA spent $376 million to renovate the White House (from CNN in 2010) (41:16) Laurie - Can a Catholic be a godparent for a Methodist? (43:18) Austin – Does the Catholic Church really that Jews can go to heaven? (48:21)

Patrick tackles raw questions about faith and practice, jumping from the nuances of sainthood and martyrdom to the quirks of liturgical ritual. Listeners share struggles with family rifts, spiritual confusion, and the challenges of raising children with special needs in a parish pew, all while Patrick gives perspective, sometimes practical, sometimes straight from tradition. Thoughts shift rapidly, from theological details to heartfelt encouragement, as Patrick guides each caller through the unpredictable threads of Catholic life.   Marty - Does someone have to be Catholic to be a saint if they are martyred? (00:36) Jeff - Does the priest have to be holding the bread in his hand during the Consecration? (09:24) Julie (email) – Was Jesus black? (17:36) Chinto - What is the Catholic Church's view on the Book of Enoch? Why wasn't it put into the Scriptures. (20:54) John - How do I forgive family members when they treat me poorly? (34:36) Jen - How can I talk with a friend who grew up Catholic and is not practicing her faith and tell her not to receive Communion? (46:45) Originally Aired on 08-14-2025

Patrick answers raw, honest questions with equal measures of wit and compassion, tackling everything from offensive billboards and noisy kids at Mass to the ethics of cash payments and the emotional turbulence families face after loss. Authentic dilemmas, like the struggle over family members consulting mediums or the complexities behind sacraments and relics, get straight talk grounded in scripture and Catholic wisdom. Real people call, Patrick answers, nothing glossed over.   Jennifer (email) – There is an offensive billboard advertisement on property that my family owns (01:32) Gayle (email) - I heard a priest tell someone who was complaining about noisy children at Mass tell them: be careful how you criticize! You are probably going to need people to pray for you in purgatory! (07:24) Anne - How can I tell my family members that going to mediums is not biblical? (13:44) Kaley (email) - The priest who baptized me was found to be a pedophile, since he was in a state of mortal sin is my baptism valid? (21:50) Angie (email) - My boyfriend is in RCIA and when filling out paperwork, one question was if he was ever married, and he was (now divorced). Will this be an issue if we want to get married even though he wasn’t married in the church? Max (email) - Is it a sin to accept a cash payment (27:24) Kat (email) - Thank you for sharing Toastmasters as a way to improve public speaking skills. (37:48) Miles (email) - What do you think of Confirmation around the age 12, before they enter the turmoil of the teenage years? Eric - How is it that the Church has acquired 1st class relics if we are supposed to respect the dead? (42:41) Kathleen - How do we know if the Saint we are praying to is in heaven? My Protestant friend is saying that person could be in hell. (48:37) Originally Aired on 08-14-2025

Patrick fields a mix of heartfelt and challenging questions, from the morality of taxes supporting objectionable causes to a child's wonder about heaven's joys, offering vivid analogies and scriptural grounding. He responds to doubts about Catholic miracles, addresses faith identity confusion, and walks seekers step by step toward the Church, all while making theological concepts feel immediate and deeply personal. Listeners grapple with practical advice on marriage, sacraments, and apologetics, and Patrick meets each with sharp clarity and unwavering encouragement.   David - Is paying your taxes a sin since you are willingly giving money that winds up in Planned Parenthood's hands? (01:01) Winston (9-years-old) - What do we do in heaven after we die? (07:01) Steven - There are atheists that I know who don't like the Church. Are you aware of any peer reviewed studies that prove miracles? (13:56) John - Why does God want division when we seek unity? (23:32) Norman - The majority of people that I ask who wear the cross say I am not a Christian, but a Catholic. Why is there such a separation? (27:41) Meg (email) - I was confirmed against my will, in the mid '80s. Was my confirmation valid? (36:04) Greg - I am looking forward to joining the Church. How do I start the process and how do I get over past sins? (42:53) Victor - Marital relations question (49:02) Originally Aired on 08-14-2025

Patrick talks to several callers and addresses listeners' questions including: Theresa wants to know about Ayurvedic Body diet and how Catholics might look at this, Cayden wants to know why the Orthodox Church has more books in their bible than Catholics, and Michaela wants to know, what are Dominicans and Franciscans? In addition, Vincent brings up King Charles's visit to the Vatican and wonders if this is a sign that England is coming back to the Catholic Church. Patrick explains whether this is or is not likely.   Theresa - Do you know anything Ayurvedic Body type diet and if that is okay for Catholics to do?   Lisette - I went to kneel for the Eucharist and I was told to get up.   Cayden - Why does the Orthodox Church have more books in the bible than Catholics?   Michaela - What are Dominicans or Franciscans?   Adam - Do Seventh Day Adventists believe that Jesus and St. Michael are the same people?   Vincent - King Charles of England visits the Vatican. Is this a sign that England is coming back it to the Catholic Church?    

Patrick talked about the visit of King Charles and Queen Camilla to the Pope and the Vatican, and mentioned that other monarchs visiting past Popes. Patrick helps Elizabeth develop her thoughts for writing a letter to her siblings, Judy wants to know how to better study the Bible, and Mia wants to know why other Christians don't believe in the same things that Catholics do. Hear Patrick's wisdom and insights from today's show.   Audio: King Charles and Queen Camilla visit the Pope and Vatican. Plus also shares what other monarchs visited past Popes.    Elizabeth - Would it be good for me to write a letter to my siblings who I am not on good terms with to talking with them about Catholic issues?   Break 1   Juan - I want to study the bible more deeply. How can I do it better?   Shelly - A priest had given me spiritual direction in praying the rosary   Break 2   Mia - Why don't other Christians believe the same things that Catholics believe?

During Hour 3, Patrick answers Jillian's question about if one needs to have godparents for Baptism, is fasting still meritorious if you focus on doing it for the health benefits? if Martin Luther didn't repent did he go to Hell? and is it a sin for a married man to go to a strip club? In addition, Patrick gives Jordan some great advice for his journey towards the Catholic faith and becoming a Catholic.   Jillian - Do you NEED Godparents in order to have a baptism?   Ryan - Fasting: Sometimes when I fast, I focus on the benefit of looking healthier. Is that vain and is still meritorious?   George - Explaining the Eucharist and Baptism.   Jeff - If Martin Luther didn't repent, did he go to hell?   Peter - If you're living in sin, are you still able to be a sponsor?   PARENTAL WARNING - Is it a sin for a married man to go to a strip club?   Jordan - I am researching the Catholic faith and want to know what your advice is on my journey.

Patrick answers listeners' questions and concerns such as what does it mean that He will judge the dead when they have already been judged, who can you tell about your sins that you Confessed and what is allowed for Catholics to refuse when it comes to extraordinary or ordinary means of survival? In addition, Patrick helps give MJ advice on going to Eucharistic Adoration but not feeling like you are getting anything out of it. Patrick highlights the experience of St. Mother Theresa to help MJ know what to do when prayer seems to be a one-sided conversation.   MJ - Email - Eucharistic Adoration hasn't been helpful for me. I just don't get anything out of it and that makes me feel worse. Should I keep going to Adoration even though it seems to backfire in my case.   Break 1   Sylvia - What does it mean that He will judge the dead when they have already been judged?   Email - Who can you tell about your sins that you Confessed?   Break 2   Lanette - Last rites: I am a caregiver and I had a client who was given last rites    Richard - I was asked if I had a living will. What is allowed for Catholics to refuse when it comes to extraordinary or ordinary means of survival?

Patrick discusses Noah Mullins speaking out at the Dearborn City Council against the cities decision to rename a street to honor a terrorist sympathizer, and When you have confession do you need to make a general confession or just a normal confession? Also, Patrick explains to Thomas what the requirements are for tithing as a Catholic.   Audio: Noah Mullins addresses Dearborn City Council.   Gaby - We moved into a house and found that satanic things were happening down the road. Things have been happening in our house. If we were to move would we be cowering to Satan?   Break 1    Juan - Last Rites: When you have confession do you need to make a general confession or just a normal confession?   Thomas - What are the requirements for tithing as a Catholic?   Adam - What does the Catholic Church teach about freedom of religion?    Break 2   Audio: David Schwimmer- Say that you stand with your Jewish friends, colleagues, and neighbors.    

Patrick discusses the following, among other topics with listeners: Keith asks about any status updates for the canonization cause of Venerable Fulton Sheen, is Patrick advocating for Theocracy, the psychology of the left, how will our sin be treated at the final judgment. Plus, Patrick clarifies and explains the Catholic Doctrine on ecumenism.   Keith - what do you know of the status of Venerable Fulton Sheen's cause for canonization.   Break 1   Tom asks Patrick if he is advocating for a theocracy (which Patrick is not)?   Audio - Melanie Philips - The Psychology Of the Left   Break 2   Email - Zachary - will we all be held to different standards for the same sins?   Email - Please clarify the Catholic Doctrine on Ecumenism   Trisha - Can you help me understand what is blasphemy of the Holy Spirit and the unforgivable sin?  

Image via Marco Iacobucci Epp / Shutterstock. In this episode of The Patrick Madrid Show, Patrick shares inspiring details from Pope Leo XIV’s historic canonization of seven new saints at St. Peter’s Square – an event that drew 70,000 faithful. Among them were the first saints from Venezuela and Papua New Guinea, including St. Peter To Rot, martyred for defending Christian marriage during World War II, and St. José Gregorio Hernández, the beloved “Doctor of the Poor.” Also canonized was St. Bartolo Longo, a former Satanist turned zealous apostle of the Rosary who built the famous Shrine of Our Lady of the Rosary in Pompeii. Patrick shares each saint’s extraordinary witness of faith – from the rainforest missions of St. Maria Troncatti to the charitable works of St. Vincenza Maria Poloni and St. Maria del Carmen Rendiles Martínez, who overcame disability to found a religious order.

On today's Taco Tuesday edition of the Patrick Madrid show, Patrick continues answering a question from Rod who called in asking about why Jesus called some Apostles who were married. Did the Apostles take their wives with them after Jesus called them? Also, Ben wants to know more about Scripture, Tradition, and the Magisterium, a rule for Extraordinary Ministers of Communion, and Dan asks about Clement of Rome and what his plan of salvation was. Why did Jesus call some Apostles who were married?   Joe - Twice a month I go to the hospital to administer Holy Communion. How can I ensure that the hosts are handled properly?   Ben - The Magisterium, Sacred Tradition, & Sacred Scripture.    Break 1 Patrick continues the conversation with Ben   Break 2 A rule For Extraordinary Ministers Of Holy Communion Dan - Clement of Rome and his plan for salvation.  

Patrick discusses an epistle from St. Clement of Rome from during the years of the Early Church, plus he addresses questions from listeners including: what are we supposed to do in Adoration, marriage and divorce, being non-Catholic and being saved, what are some recovery centers for those struggling with drug abuse, and is Jesus being baptized by John humiliating because Jesus had no need of Baptism? In addition, Patrick explains to Jerry why Catholics call the Pope "The Holy Father". Patrick discusses the epistle from St. Clement of Rome   Linda - I was married and divorced twice.    Jerry - Why do we call the Pope the Holy Father?   Alex - What are some recovery centers for people drug abuse problems?   Break 1 Email - David - I bought a house with my fiancée and moved in with her. Shannon - I have a friend who is going through an annulment.    Break 2 Charles - If you aren't Catholic than there is a chance you aren't saved.  Julie - What are we supposed to do in Adoration?

Patrick answers questions on Jesus's baptism by John, laying prostrate during Adoration, what is a good Bible for a 12 year old, and about All Saints Day being on Saturday. In addition, Gail calls in with a memorable question, asking how can she avoid constant distraction in prayer? Patrick reassures her and shares his own struggle and advice on focusing during prayer time.  Leo - What is the original sin that Adam and Eve committed?   Gail - How can I avoid constant distraction during prayer?   Break 1 Enrique  - Is it acceptable to lay prostrate during Adoration? Mike - our diocese said that All Saints Day is not an obligation this year since its on Saturday.   Break 2 Jam - What is a good bible for a 12-year-old? Bill - Was the baptism of Jesus humiliating? How can I explain to my daughter that the rainbow was created by God for the flood and not the gay population?

Patrick jumps into tough questions about ghosts, what the Church teaches about the supernatural, and the pain faced by regretful detransitioners. He threads together reflections on faith, history, antisemitism, and recently canonized saints, weaving in listener calls and pressing issues with clarity and warmth. Rapid shifts from lighthearted banter to raw testimony make for a blend of compassion, fact, and restless honesty.   Lindsey (email) - What exactly is a ghost? How and why are we able to see ghosts? (04:27) Suzie - I am a catechist. My student wants to know why shouldn't we be against Israel when Israel is always going to war? (12:53) Pope Leo XIV canonizes 7 new saints (17:27) Audio: Detransitioner regrets surgery and says, “I wish I had waited” (22:51) Patrick – Trenton, NJ - St. Benedict Joseph Labre said to meditate on the horrors of hell. I thought we were supposed to avoid thinking about the fears of hell. (32:47) Audio: Golda Meir, Israel’s 4th Prime Minister, whose words continue to resonate decades later (39:00) Rod - Some of Jesus's disciples were married. Why did He tell His disciples to leave their wives behind if He created marriage? Why didn't He choose single men? (48:33)

Patrick takes a wave of listener questions, from the struggles of family rifts and parish frustrations to the innocence of a nine-year-old asking why God doesn't destroy the devil. Questions about marriage, priesthood, open caskets at funerals, and what to do when you can't kneel at Mass ricochet through the hour, each met with stories, honesty, and direct answers. Compassion, wit, and honesty steer intense moments and gentle guidance through real Catholic living.   Patrick continues his conversation with Rod from the end of the last hour. Rod is asking, “Why did Jesus choose disciples who were already married when he could have asked single men instead” (00:33) Margaret - We have a new priest who has been here for two years. I don't like the way he is changing things. (09:26) Jacob (9-years-old) - Why doesn't God just kill the devil? (19:03) E-Frank - If a pastor is deviating from the Gospel, who could you go to talk to about this? (25:47) Richard (email) – Attacks Patrick and his show and calls it “Complete utter nonsense counseling” (28:05) Helene – Is it okay if a person who is Catholic has their funeral at a Presbyterian Church? (32:29) Anna - I didn't want to go to work but I went anyway. I ended up helping someone there and it was a gift from God. (40:03) Vincent - People behind me were kneeling and sitting back at inappropriate times during Mass. What can I do? (43:08) Dominic - What is a best practice for a Catholic to do during a moment of silence in public? (44:29) Mary - I wanted to comment on your thoughts about the separation of family because of belittling. Other people are going through this and just keep your peace and know that God will help you get through. (45:53)

Patrick answers questions on confession for new Catholics, baptism’s significance, and Eucharist theology. Listeners call in with family dilemmas, altar serving struggles, and honest concerns about faith and discipline, sparking practical, thoughtful replies from Patrick. Fatima eyewitness testimony finds its way into the conversation, and Mr. Rogers even makes a surprising appearance.   Les - Does the penitential rite allow me to receive the Eucharist? (00:39) Lisa - Jesus said that we need to be born again to go to heaven. Are we born again when we are baptized as infants? (06:19) Mary - My daughter is going to invite her immoral dad, who walked out on his family years ago, to her wedding and she wants him to walk her down the aisle. What should I do? (10:16) Pat - You are also in mortal sin if you don't go to Confession once a year. (14:32) Maribel - What is your advice on being an altar server? My son doesn't want to do it anymore. (20:04) Terence (email) – You reminded me of Mr. Rogers while you were talking to Jacob earlier today. (30:19) Matthew (13-years-old) - My dad is a deacon, and I am not the most well-behaved kid. How can I be better example for my family? (33:00) Audio: Eyewitness of the Fatima miracle of the sin (42:19) Kathy - I want to comment on Mr. Rogers. When I was 5-years-old, I decided I wanted to be a kindergarten teacher. I used to watch Miss Francis who was highly educated. Mr. Roger said that he admired Miss Francis the most. (45:02) Carla (email) - I have heard that Mr. Roger's did receive his last rites as a Catholic. (47:16) George - When it comes to Baptism and the Eucharist, I feel there is an overlap to the effect they have on the soul. What is the difference between the benefit of Baptism vs the benefit of the Eucharist? (49:26)

Patrick opens the hour reading listener emails and taking calls, dissecting the real meaning of Confirmation and urging parents to focus on genuine belief rather than pressure. He fields heartfelt questions about finding purpose in retirement, reconnecting with church life, and supporting aging parents through the sacraments, all while offering blunt advice on topics from spam calls to faith challenges at the gym. The conversation zigs between spiritual depth, daily struggles, and practical Catholic wisdom, packing sincerity and sharp insight into every exchange.   Thomas (email) - I’m listening to yesterday’s podcast and as you were reading Camille’s email about her Muslim nephew you mentioned you would come back to the topic of parents forcing children to get confirmed. I’m not sure if you addressed it later in the episode but I’m interested in hearing what you have to say on that. (01:40) Brad - How can I better discern God's will in my life? (23:00) Jodi - I am going to be confirmed in the Catholic Church. I was confirmed in the SSPX over 20 years ago. I want the Woman at the Well to be my Confirmation Saint. Is this possible? (34:38) Mary - My son didn't want to be confirmed and was not sure if he believed in God or Jesus. Our Bible study leader talked with our son and persuaded him to be confirmed. Also, was the widow you talked with more vulnerable and susceptible to men? (42:11) Danny - A gentleman at my gym and I were talking about salvation. How can I share my faith with him and talk to him about the faith? (45:00) Originally Aired on 08/13/2025

Patrick welcomes listeners into candid discussions, moving from sign language tips for children at Mass to personal stories about public speaking nerves and faith challenges. He responds to questions on receiving Communion, proper reverence at Mass, and tricky family situations, blending advice, humor, and genuine connection. Stories range from overcoming homelessness to building bridges in a non-Catholic Bible study, with Patrick offering perspective and encouragement at every turn.   Allisson - I wanted to talk about the expecting mother who called earlier this week. I think she should teach the toddler some signs for Church. I found that very helpful for my little girls. (00:35) Joseph - I need advice on public speaking. I will be giving a testimony and want to know how you can do it? I don't feel qualified. (05:37) Patrick in Chicago – I switched to Charity Mobile! (15:48) Kristy (email) – Do I have to make the Sign of Cross with Holy water when leaving the church after a Mass? (21:39) Donna - My sister-in-law asked me to bring her communion, but she is living with a man outside of marriage. She doesn't want to talk with me anymore. How can I resolve this? (27:39) Gale - People feel that all Protestants are pro-abortion, but that is not true. (37:01) Mary - Some Churches whisk the vessels away. Is the purification of the vessels part of the Mass? (39:43) Dolores - I got married in the Catholic Church but was never confirmed. Was I validly married? (46:53) Originally Aired on 08/13/2025