The Patrick Madrid Show

Tensions rise as Patrick engages in a heated debate with ChatGPT on the topic of binary gender. As Patrick argues against the idea of a non-binary identity, ChatGPT grapples with the concept of categorizing individuals which plunges into a thought-provoking exploration of what is real and what is not. Patrick and ChatGPT spar over the implications of binary gender in society and whether it truly exists. Sam - Is it just as good to have a deacon bless your house as a priest? Sherry - Could someone identify as a different weight in boxing? What are your thoughts on this? Teresa - My kids go to a Catholic school and they are charging us money for kids to dress down if they want to do that. Should we be concerned about this? Barbara - I don't think the teachers are requesting the extra charge. I think it is the parents who are requesting this. Maybe Teresa should go to the principle about this. Sal (email) – Has a Pope ever performed a Exorcism Matt - I went to a type of funeral mass called, “Mass of the Resurrection.” Are their different types of funerals?

Can we separate the art from the artist and enjoy the music and movies people with different beliefs and practices make. Patrick explores where that line is. Debbie - Follow up from Transgender bathrooms of where I work from a previous show: It is a state law in Michigan. We could go to jail for speaking up about it. Shelia - The deacon offered a prayer communion service while the priests were gone. Is that okay for him to do? Angela (email) – I suffered from anorexia when I was younger. I’m grateful for my parents for helping me understand what I was suffering from instead of encouraging my sickness Debra – A possible solution for dealing with depression is having a proper diet and removing sugar, wheat and dairy Email – I asked ChatGPT “when does life begin” and “When does science say life begins?” Carol - Our school does dressing down in a good way. Only about half the kids participate in it. Frank - How can we understand the viral video of Pope Francis watching a circus which had not good things in it? The video went viral on Twitter. Fernando - How fast can a couple get married in the Catholic church? Dee - There is a bible study being offered at a couple of parishes. It seems like they are quoting evangelical authors a lot. Is that okay?

Patrick answers a question about reincarnation and explores the concept of life after death and the belief that our souls can be reborn into new bodies. We discuss the challenges and questions that arise with this belief, such as the need for correcting past actions and the potential lack of knowledge from past lives, and he brings up the question of why does it seem everyone who believes this has a past life of a famous person Maggie - The way our Catholic school did dressing down is they could dress down if they made the honor role. I didn’t' like that and thought it was shamming. Meg - My teen is struggling with scrupulosity. How can we talk about what is grave matter and what is venal? Ted – I’m getting a divorce and my parents are choosing the side of my soon to be ex. Is it considered a sin If you don't honor a parent’s action? Doug (email) – Question about Dogma changes and changes to Anglican Holy Orders DoorDash, Instacart execs lose billionaire status as light demand wipes $15B from fortunes Ben (email) – What does the Catholic Church say about reincarnation? Does the bible explicitly reject the concept? Marilyn - Why is the true presence of Jesus in the Eucharist not mentioned in the creed?

Do you have concerns about your children participating in Halloween activities? Does the "evil perversion" of Halloween scare you? If so, you're not alone. Patrick Madrid is here to reassure you with his perspective. A listener named Kay is questioning whether she should allow her kids to go trick-or-treating on Halloween. Patrick tells Kay that there is nothing morally wrong with observing Halloween. He explains that the holiday originates from a Catholic custom, the night before All Saints Day. He goes on to say that if it's celebrated in a harmless manner—such as dressing up as saints or non-scary characters and going door-to-door for candy—it can be a benign and even an opportunity for children to publicly demonstrate the faith. Patrick emphasizes the importance of avoiding activities related to witches or devils but encourages your family to participate in the secularized version of Halloween, like carving pumpkins and giving out candy, as a way to engage with the community while upholding Catholic values.

Patrick tackles controversial topics like the origins of Halloween, comparisons between different religious groups, and the concept of God's mercy. Happy National Taco Day! Email – Question about LDS videos on YouTube Pam (email) – Why do we celebrate the Prodigal Son and not the people who were forever faithful and good? Cathy - Is the term “sacrebleu” offensive to God? Does it have something to do with Mary. Lori - What book can I read about Mormonism? Loretta (email) – The history of Halloween Maureen - How do you respond to someone who says that the Gutenberg Bible was great because it allowed people to interpret the bible outside of the lens of the Catholic Church?

Jesus - Why would saints in heaven be interested in interceding on our behalf? Why aren’t good men in the Old Testament considered saints? Matt - I had a 'Soul Tie' broken with a divorced woman. What should I do now that it is broken? Elizabeth - A prayer group I'm in said the Emergency test happening today is a spiritual trick and we should turn off our phones. Is that true?

Sid - A young man is asking about the Catholic faith. He reads the King James version of the bible. Is it okay for him to use that version? Patrick comments on the many conspiracy theories surrounding today’s emergency cell phone test Maria - My daughter's teacher gave her an LGBT lesson. What should I do? Lydia - I heard that something big will happen in October because of various Marian apparitions. Is that true? Joseph - The Emergency warning that is happening today: I think they are doing it because they will misuse it later on by the administration. James - My wife has had 2 C-sections. Should we keep having kids?

It's a common question. Can a Catholic and a Protestant have a successful marriage together? If you're dating, how do you know if you should stay in the relationship? If you feel uncertain, you might be enlightened by this conversation! In this episode of The Patrick Madrid Show, a listener named Chiara from Los Angeles seeks advice on bridging the religious gap with her Protestant boyfriend. Chiara is a devout Catholic, while her boyfriend is a committed non-denominational Christian. Patrick Madrid asks Chiara about the level of her boyfriend's commitment to his evangelical beliefs and emphasizes the fundamental differences in their faith, such as sola scriptura (Bible-only belief) and "once saved, always saved" doctrine. Patrick advises Chiara to carefully consider the relationship, pointing out the potential challenges they might face, especially concerning their future children's religious upbringing. He suggests Chiara and her boyfriend read a book called "Surprised by Truth," which contains stories of former Evangelical Protestants converting to Catholicism. Patrick believes this activity could help them explore the differences in their faith and assess the viability of their relationship. Although Chiara may find Patrick's advice challenging and "hard to swallow," he encourages her to consider the long-term implications and emphasizes the importance of unity in faith for a successful relationship. Check out some of the calls that came in as a response to Chiara's question!

Patrick reads and responds to an email disagreeing with his advice to use legal terms when dealing with a conflict in the workplace in regards to pronoun use. Patrick brought this question to his lawyer and shares the results! Jackie - How can I understand the Gospel about the people who started working in the field at the end of the day. How does that work with trying to live a good life? Kathleen - I used to be bothered by the reading of the workers who got as much as those who worked all day. It those people were your family you would want the best for them. Chiara - My boyfriend is not Catholic. How can we grow in faith together?

Reflecting on Chiara’s call from the previous hour, Patrick draws from his own experiences and past calls, and brings valuable insights into navigating religious differences in relationships and stresses the importance of marrying a fellow Catholic Rose Mary - They don't seem to use last names in the bible, so when did last names start to be used? Patrick and Cyrus share emails about Catholic’s being married to non-Catholics and some of the heartache that surfaces as a result Martina - Why in the Nicene creed do we mention Pontius Pilate's name specifically? Liz - My parents got married and agreed not to raise us Catholic but we ended up converting to the Catholic faith because my dad went to daily Mass by himself and we saw his example. Laura - Parents should urge their kids not to marry non-Catholics.

We discuss the complexities and outcomes of mixed marriages, as the host offers advice and personal anecdotes. Additionally, we share inspiring stories of individuals overcoming addiction through a powerful community and delve into the importance of seeking God's guidance in decision-making. Laura (email) – My now ex-husband promised to raise our kids Catholics, but he was not grounded in any faith and he told our kids that religion was just “pie in the sky”. Jamie - My 19-year-old has left the home several times and is dealing with some mental health issues and drugs, and no longer believes in God. What should we do? Rose Mary - My husband and I got married in the Catholic Church even though he was Methodist. My husband converted to the Catholic faith and he actually kept me in the Catholic Church. Natalie - My 19-year-old daughter is also smoking marijuana and is in a violent relationship with her boyfriend. How can I be loving to her? Patricia (email) – All of my 9 siblings married non-Catholics and not a single one of them is a Catholic any more. Steve - My sister, who fell away from the Catholic Church, received communion at Mass. She thinks that if she believes in the real presence, that’s good enough. She says that priests shouldn't be able to concentrate Jesus since they are sinners. How do I respond? Denise - I married a Catholic but didn't realize he didn't practice the faith. He no longer goes to Mass with me and there is a huge void and it hurts our marriage. Raquel - I just stumbled on this station. I was speaking with a priest at confession about my husband and I going to different Churches on Sundays. He said I couldn't take the Eucharist anymore. What should I do?

Patrick reveals an amazing action figure sent by a listener to his show, answers important questions about the particular judgment and helps listeners understand several passages in the bible relating to Mary. Anthony, a long-time listener, made a Patrick Madrid Action Figure and it’s AMAZING! Joe - Will we see Jesus at the Particular Judgment? Mark - 1. What is the importance of the words 'Hail Mary, Full of Grace.' 2. In Luke 2: 35: What does it mean to have a sword pierce Mary's soul? 3. Can you explain how the mother of the King is the Queen? 4. What do you think about Mary being God's greatest creation? Kathy - My friend was not wanting to get an annulment because she wasn't wanting to get remarried. Does she need to get an annulment for her dying ex-husband? Rosie - If Mary was born without original sin, then why did she have birthing pains in Revelation? Kevin - What can we expect at the Eucharistic Revival Congress? Rosa - What is a good Spanish translation of the bible? Rose - Is it okay for me to say the rosary while doing other things? I don't want to say it alone, so I say with Fr. Rocky while getting ready for work.

Patrick tackles some pointed questions from a Protestant listener about heaven in the bible and Marian Doctrines, discusses ways to help battle depression, and talks about how to share the excitement of the Mass with non-Catholics. Janet - I'm not Catholic but trying to understand what you believe. Why do you believe souls go to heaven? I don't see anywhere in the bible that say Mary was immaculately conceived. Betsy - I am dealing with depression and am wondering if there is anything I can do to help with this? Sam - How can I pray for the Pope’s intention when I disagree with his intentions? Can I still get an indulgence? Bridget - What helped me with depression was a passage in the bible that says to not be anxious but instead to be grateful and have gratitude to God. It is impossible for the brain to have anxiety and gratefulness at the same time. How do we introduce young adults into the faith? Juan - I have a protestant co-worker who said Mass was boring. How can I talk with him about this? Suzanne - If I had a Mass said for a loved one, will only the people at the Mass be praying for them or will others pray for them too?

Patrick explains confusing parts in the book of Revelation, speaks about the unimaginable love of God, answers questions about Mass intentions for loved ones at Mass and tackles whether or not Halloween is okay for Catholics to celebrate. Gail - I was upset in Revelation when it said that Jesus would come back with white hair and a sword coming out of his mouth. How can I interpret that? Elena - Does God and Mary love my kids more than I can love them? RJ - Can I offer up a mass if I am listening to it on the Radio? Dalia - The priest didn't seem to think me getting my tubes tied was a sin, so am I absolved of it? I am an artist who works on Sundays. I went to confession, but I knew I would do it again, so was my confession still valid? Is it okay not to allow our children to Trick-or-Treat? Robert - How can I evangelize someone who has lost his only son? Jane - Regarding Janet: The Good Thief had his judgement and was told he'd be in paradise. That seems like heaven to me. Kelly - What kind of bread can be used for the Eucharist?

On the feast of the Arc Angels Patrick kicks off his show with a young caller about St. Michael discusses Eucharistic adoration over TV if you are unable to go in person, and address how to talk with someone who claims to be “tolerant” but won’t tolerate your belief in Jesus. Michael 6-years-old - Why does St. Michael have a feast day if he is not human? Sam - if someone treats you badly, can you pray they get punished? Benny - What is the Church's position on Eucharistic adoration via video stream or YouTube instead of in person? Patrick answers an email about a child who is transition to a girl. Jose - What are the benefits of Latin mass? I don't know the language but i heard it is good Thomas - What is the tridentine Mass and can you be baptized if you have dementia?

Patrick helps a listener who is in a verbally abusive relationship, tackles the question of is mercy killing permitted, and has a delightful conversation with a priest about the book the Dogma of Hell and necessity to speak on the reality of hell. Julie - Married but my husband is verbally abusive and not sure what to do? Michael - Is there such a thing as mercy killing still today? Fr. Kirby - I would like to share that Patrick's recommendation for the Dogma of Hell prompted me to give the book to my whole parish! Paul - If Patrick were advising a Catholic presidential candidate, how would Patrick advise them to speak about pro-life issues? Colin - Latin Mass: Could Patrick expound about why going to Latin mass when your bishop prohibited it is a sin? Fr. Kirby is my pastor! Bill - Mercy Killing: How does this relate to removing a ventilator at the hospital? Ken - How does the author of the Dogma of Hell know that hell exists?

Patrick tackles the question of the schism of the Catholic and Orthodox Church, discusses the SSPX, talks about the evil of the dropping of the atomic bombs and has a fruitful discussion on different types of rosaries and how they have changed over the years. Aubrey - Catholic Church & Eastern Orthodox: which Church during the schism left the faith? I have a friend who is Eastern Orthodox. Monica - What is dynamic orthodoxy? One of the colleges were looking at for my son says it has 'dynamic orthodoxy'. Heidi - Why is the SSPX named after Pope Pius X? George - what's the distinction between discontinuing a ventilator and the unintended consequence of killing innocent people when we dropped the atomic bomb? Maya - Parish were my children received first communion do not have records of it. was it still valid? what should I do? Patrick reads and email regarding St. Ignatius of Loyola and the Spiritual exercises. Debbie - My brother corrected a priest in the middle of Mass and I told him that was not appropriate. was I correct? Jack - old family rosary-not traditional- what is the history of this unique rosary. Elizabeth - Meeting with my Bishop and want to make sure I speak clearly and respectfully with him?

Patrick shows where in the bible the doctrine of Purgatory is found, How to address spiritual teachings in school that are not in line with the Catholic Church, and discusses different Catechisms used in the Catholic Church Katherine - Any biblical resources or evidence for when trying to convince someone that purgatory is real? Johnathan - Thank you so much for inspiring me to dive into the Word, he appreciates the conversation. Thank you to St. Bernadette's Church. Patrick reads an email from Sal who is not happy with some of Patrick’s answers from his show yesterday. Myrna - When was the Catechism printed, introduced. The original Catechism is very thin (Baltimore one). I want to have an idea of the Catechism. Patrick gives his take on service dogs at Mass Roberto - 1. Whether or not spiritual teachings are against Catholic teaching 2. Book recommendation about self-development and decision making.

Patrick Addresses a caller asking about all sorts of translations of the bible answers questions about non-denominational baptisms and gives advice to people are dealing with dangers of the trans movement in their workplace. Steve - Jerusalem Bible, Is that a decent bible. I have several at home. Am I missing out by reading the Jerusalem Bible? Mike - Book recommendation for a person who is an atheist, angry with the church. Milica - is non-denomination Baptism valid? Debbie - I'm working in a spa, and I just found out they're letting men in the women's locker room. How should I deal with that? Mike - Catholic and a non-Catholic get married outside the Church. They get divorced. Now the Catholic wants to get remarried in the Church to a Catholic. Is that OK? Susan - Comment on the yoga: I think that even if stretches help people, we might be making movements that are of gentile demon gods. Mary - Who were Priscilla and Aquila and how did they impact the Church?

Patrick discusses questions about family members in purgatory, address the Churches powerful role in helping to end abortion, speaks about the spiritual exorcises of Saint Ignatius of Loyola and discusses the morality of vasectomies. Patrick - My brother and I were estranged and he's trying to reach out to me. I'm 72. Is this my opportunity to tell him to get right with God as these are my brothers last days? Megan - Purgatory: Can we ask for our grandparent's intercession if we don't know if they're in purgatory or not? Chris - The Church's excommunication of people who participate in an abortion. Patrick reads some emails about the Spa that is letting men enter the women’s section under the name of the transgender movement. Lynn - Two Q's: Mary and Joseph traveled to Bethlehem with a maid; is that true? Second Q: Discernment of Spirits - there's a program by me about it. What is discernment of spirits? James - How do I approach my friend that needs to go to confession for having a vasectomy and if he is not able to reverse it, what is the point of encouraging him to go to confession? Chris - The Church's excommunication of people who participate in an abortion. Natalia - My husband and I did the vasectomy reversal last year, it is not a requirement, but it has been such a blessing in our marriage. Elvia - Does God tests us? My daughter is not doing well; she is 3-year-old? Is that a tests from God?

Patrick shares a few compelling stories about his past, answers the question of moral and immoral ways to test a man’s fertility, and takes on the question of the morality of the atomic bombs that were dropped during WWII Patrick Thanks Catholic Vote for shedding light on the story of a woman who called in a few weeks ago seeking advice in an upcoming abortion she was considering. Patrick answers this email - What is the most profound experience that you have had in your life? Patrick reads an email about the morality of testing the fertility of a man *READY STEADY GO* Email asking about the phrase “The Church Teaches.” Patrick talks about Catholic Church teaching and how it is needed for us today. Robert - On Divine Inspiration: Does the Holy Spirit have complete control of the Church or is there an interpretation by the Church? Mike - Since the USA dropped the bombs on Japan, killing thousands of people, does that make us an evil country? Asking based on your comment on nuclear weapons. Kathleen - Is astrology part of the occult?

Patrick shares an interesting article about the dangers of plastic take-out containers, gives reasons a priest can know a penitent is contrite, and helps a highschooler navigate the transgender ideology in his school. Patrick shares an email about his theme song, and how a listeners daughter knew two members of the band. Patrick shares an article about Is It Safe to Reuse Plastic Take-out Containers? Bob - When a priest absolves you, how does he know if you have forgiven others? Susan - From the Creed: Did Jesus really go to hell? Patrick - I attended a service last week. There was an interactive gospel - it was on a screen and parishioners were prompted to read part. Is this ok? Alex - Where did the Glory Be prayer come from? Natalie - My husband and I are going through counseling but I feel like I have had enough of his behavior. When do you know if enough is enough? Patrick reads an email form a high schooler who doesn’t want to participate in the trans movement and needs help. John - Do you have a suggestion on writings on eternity besides the bible? Joanne - The priest didn't say the prayer after the Kyrie on Sunday and it bothered me. What do you think? Kay - If someone in your family claims to be Catholic but had a vasectomy, how do you approach them on this? A priest I know told me it was not necessary to do this. What do you think?

Patrick tackles the question of purgatory, whether or not the Devil can appear to people looking like God, who the vision of the women giving birth in revelations is, and where were Elijah and Moses when they met Jesus at the transfiguration. Patrick continues conversation with Kay - If someone in your family claims to be Catholic but had a vasectomy, how do you approach them on this? A priest I know told me it was not necessary to do this. What do you think? Rie - Is there a difference between purgatory and Hades? Maricela - Where can I find the scripture having to do with God withdrawing from people with cold hearts? Chris - Is it possible for the devil appear as God? I was watching a YouTube video that had a story about St. Pio and a vision where he knew it was not Jesus because he didn't have the wounds in his hands. Jim - Is 'Angels in the Bible' a reputable book for a Catholic study on the angels? Christina - If painful childbirth is the result of original sin, how do we interpret the Book of Revelation where it talks about 'labor pains.' Sal - At the Transfiguration, where were Elijah and Moses? Were they still in Purgatory or in heaven? Edgar - The Catharism Heresy in the Middle Ages. How do we defend the Catholic position? Sarah - When the rich young man walked away and couldn't give everything away; was he saved and how does that pertain to us today?

Patrick discusses the sign of peace during the Mass and how it has changed over the years, tackles questions about the Mass from different forms of the Mass to how it is practiced in various churches and talks about the courage of Paul. Patrick talks about the practice of the sign of peace throughout history. Thomas - Is it appropriate to use same signs of respect to Eastern Orthodox Churches that you would use when you pass by a Catholic Church? Kathy - When did we start the ordinary of the Mass as we know it today? Parker - Why in the Jesuit church in my city, according to the priest, 'all are welcomed to receive the Eucharist'? I know this is not true, why the Jesuits do it differently? People even bring their dog to church. Mike - Where is the line between abortion and allowing someone to have the free will to sin? Carrie - Mom of 2 teenage boys, driving them to school, we listen to TPMS and it has been really helpful to discuss those faith related issues with them.

Patrick gives counsel to a father seeking advice to rebuild his relationship with an estranged son, explains different rites of the Church and Tackles the question of headship in the family and the wife’s role to her husband, Patrick reads an email about some of the hostility the Greek Orthodox Church has towards the Catholic Church. Mike - I have an estranged son and I'd like some advice. I am divorced with the son's mother. My son won't even text me back. He's a very highly educated son. I'd like a relationship with him, how do I get one? David - Why is there variance in communion distribution (communion rail, standing, hand, and tongue)? Patrick reads an email asking if people can change rites in the Catholic Church. Stephen - Is there a match to some of the men's leadership programs that exist. I'm doing That Man Is You. Where are the women's groups that are teaching women to respect men's leadership?

Patrick takes many different kinds of questions about the Eucharist, gives crucial advice to a woman whose granddaughter transitioned trying to become a man, and addresses how excommunication works especially in regard to abortion. Michael - I grew up in a mixed Protestant and Catholic household. I'm Russian Orthodox and I listen to TPMS show daily. If the Catholic Church would return to the Latin Mass or English ordinariate, that would be good. I think the Novus Ordo presents a large barrier to union. Chris - Communion - the Church is supposed to be focused on the Eucharist. I think psychology suggests that we need to change behavior to change belief. So, we should receive more reverently to increase our belief. Carol - My granddaughter transitioned into a man- can prayer do anything at all? Teresa - Can we bless babies that have passed through abortion in a mass or funeral service or something? Elizabeth - Did the Pope always allow priests to end ex-communication from sin of abortion like in the 60's? Bob - comment- The Church has different practices in different parts of the country. I have not noticed the things you are talking about. what are your thoughts on this?

Patrick discusses how to navigate pronoun usage in today’s world, talks about the trauma of divorce to children involved, takes on the question of NFP usage, and helps listeners understand why God has always existed. Patrick reads some emails that recently came in regarding how to handle pronouns. Lucy - Engaged to a man with adult children. Wondering if i should invite them to wedding since they seem upset by our engagement Mark - Exposed to porn early in life and not married but want to get this out of my head. how can i cleanse myself from this? Patrick reads an email about big families Jerry - follow up- learned to discipline your mind to avoid bad thoughts Emma - Teach confirmation students- How can I relay to them that nothing came before God?

Patrick continues this hour with discussion on having children and the great value of mothers who decide to stay at home and raise their children, hearing from many listeners from all walks of life about the good and the bad of this vocation. David - What do you think about how the Jewish calendar was changed? Tom - Being a mother is the greatest responsibility. that is not nothing but everything. Patrick reads an email about the importance of big families and women who stay home to raise the children. Email from Suzie – women are contributing to society by being mom’s. Emily - Comment: I was a working mother and I'm a stay-at-home mother now. We had a child outside of marriage, but we've learned to used that to our advantage. Now we have learned more about being part of the Church. Lee - I know a priest who recommend a tubal ligation. Was that OK? Patrick reads an email about a woman who has 4 children and her husband doesn’t want to have anymore because he is tired. Jane - Comment: Women who have left work and chosen to stay at home have made some of the best homeschooling teachers. The emails keep coming in about raising children by the mother and Patrick takes time to highlight them. Cheryl - staying at home mom: I've been at home for 18 years. I want to encourage those who find it difficult. It can be hard and there are sacrifices. Sarah - staying at home mom: we have 9 children. Life can be hard sometimes, but it can be beautiful. We only use NFP when we have a serious reason.

Patrick shares some emails about the importance of women in our world, takes on the tough question of being married to an abusive spouse, gets Sarah Tafoya, from morning air, on the show to weigh in on motherhood and answers some deep questions from our younger listeners. True - Q: my daughter is in a terrible marriage to an alcoholic. They dated ten years and have been married three. I'd like to ask about annulments. Charles 10-years-old - Why is the song of Solomon in the bible? And comment on why we don't see kids playing outside: I think it's b/c school, homework, video games, and safety. what's Patrick's theme song called? Patrick talks about reasons for spacing children given by the Church in Humanae vitae. Gene - Stay at home dad challenges: the inability to work is tough. I spend a lot of time working over the phone with clients. We've got to tighten the belt now. Leon - Where in the bible is 'be fruitful and multiply' and why does that apply to us today? Sarah Tafoya jumps on the show to discuss her perspective of the joys of motherhood. Jesus - I have 11 kids and it’s been a joy. Lisette - Is it sinful for me to avoid pregnancy during my marriage because my husband is recovering from porn?

Patrick takes emails about divorce and harboring resentment for spouses in the face of a difficult marriage, helps a caller with questions about what is proper behavior in the bedroom of husband and wife, and discusses the Church’s teaching on faith and works. Patrick shares an email from a distraught wife. Her husband brought up divorce but we decided not to get divorced, but now I harbor resentment and I wonder if I would be better off without him. Donna - My husband and I are struggling to satisfy each other in the bed room by traditional means because it is painful. What can we do? Is it sinful to use what they did in Genesis 38:9? Chris - What does the Catholic Church teach about being saved through Faith and Works? Mary - I can't have kids so I didn’t think it was a big deal to marry a man who had a vasectomy. Is my marriage valid?

Patrick talks the question of how pain and time work in purgatory helps listeners understand principles of baptism in the Catholic Church, and helps business owners navigate the workplace when it comes to having employees who are trans. Joe - Can you explain what is pain and time in purgatory? Guadalupe - Family friend has two older children who he wants to baptize. Why do they need to go to Catechism before baptizing them? Mary - My son and his wife left the Catholic Church and baptizing their child in a Episcopalian church. Can I go to the baptism? Rie - If time doesn't exist in purgatory, why did Mary tell Lucia that the young girl who passed away would be spending time in purgatory till the end of time? Britney - We got our marriage blessed, but it was before my husband finished RCIA. Is our marriage sacramental? Lisa - I am a dentist and I have two patients who work at Planned Parenthood. What should I do? Martha - I have employees that are trans. How can I interact with them in the workplace?

Patrick discusses how Catholics should deal with preferred pronouns in today’s society, speaks with listeners about the best tools for studying the bible and helps a caller whos husband cheated on her and committed adultery. Joe - What should a faithful Catholic do when people ask them to use preferred pronouns? Elizabeth - I am a Eucharistic minister and know that a couple in our church are a lesbian couple. I gave them the cup but felt bad afterwards. What should I do? Dan - What are the best tools to study the bible? Julie - Regarding caller from yesterday about college daughter living in boy’s dorm: My dad told me that there is nothing wrong with being a virgin. Brianna - I recently convalidated my marriage but then found out my husband committed adultery. Is our marriage valid?

You want to affirm God's truth about human sexuality and gender, but you also desire to show love to those who disagree with you. If you struggle with keeping this balance, check out this conversation! In this clip, Martha, who owns a small dog-related business, seeks advice on how to navigate her interactions with trans employees while remaining true to her Catholic beliefs. She respects her trans employees and acknowledges their value to her company but grapples with her Catholic faith and how to balance it with modern workplace culture. Martha mentions a recent situation where a trans employee asked to include preferred pronouns on a new hire sheet. Patrick Madrid suggests that Martha should maintain professionalism and treat her employees with care, despite disagreeing with their choices. He also highlights that it's essential to avoid getting drawn into situations that could lead to legal issues related to harassment or discrimination.

Patrick helps listeners understand the resurrection of Christ, shares why relics are able to travel the world but we can't scatter ashes of the deceased, and explains how the bonds of marriage are affected by death. Email – I know Jesus existed, but I struggle with the resurrection. I want to accept him, but I can’t get past this wall of doubt. Leonard - Why can we move relics of saints but not disperse ashes of people? Ken - I would like to give some evangelical insights on a differing view of baptism Zulma - If you get married and your spouse dies, are you still married to him? Jim - Is the Catholic faith threatened more today in our current culture than it was in the past? I used to be Catholic, fell away, but now am feeling more drawn to it.

Patrick talks with listeners about the collapse or society and how Contraception and abortion may be a leading cause of this problem, as well as answers why priests can't get married today. Patrick continues his conversation with Jim from the end of the previous hour about the consistent breaking down of our faith in a culture that celebrates atheism and sin. Rosie - I recently separated from my boyfriend after 15 years. Can I go to confession and receive Jesus in the Eucharist? We were living in sin for all those years. Monica - What rules do you have when your family gets together for a reunion? Do you do something to keep it more organized? Ron - I think that contraception and abortion are collapsing the Church. Biden makes sign of the cross in bizarre moment with Israeli PM Netanyahu Rod - Why can't priests get married in the Church today? It used to be allowed. It says in the bible that it is better to marry than to lust.

Patrick engages in dialog with a protestant who is considering joining the Catholic Church, discusses the morality of video games, and shares the stories of listeners who converted to the Catholic faith. Reginald - I am a protestant and I'm thinking about converting to the Catholic Church. Your show has really helped me. Patrick shares emails coming in about the topic of kids playing outside James - I am currently working my dream job in the video game industry. What are your thoughts on video games? Are they intricately evil? Mary - Our daughter is staying at a boy’s dorm in college against our will. What should we do? Laura - I am a deacon's wife. Deacons are married and it is a huge sacrifice for the family. I don't think priests should be allowed to get married. Rogelio - How was the Virgin Mary born free of sin? Brandon - I am interested in joining the Catholic Church but my wife is against it. I don't want to break up the family. What should I do? Leeann - I am a convert, much like Reginald from earlier in the show, and your book “Surprised by Truth” played a big role in my conversion. Fernando - I talked with you about an abortion that my wife had. We decided to make an appointment for confession. My wife wants to know if we will be able to be a family in heaven?

Have you ever been asked this question: "Are you saved?" Maybe you felt flustered and didn't know how to respond. Can you, as a Catholic, say that you're saved? Is this scriptural? In this podcast episode of The Patrick Madrid Show, the caller, Heather, asks whether Catholics can claim to be saved and discusses the perspective of Protestant family members who believe in "once saved, always saved." Patrick Madrid provides a comprehensive response. He explains that the Bible uses various verb tenses (past, present progressive, and future) when discussing salvation. Catholics can say they have been saved (past), are being saved (present progressive), and will be saved (future) by God's grace. However, this doesn't imply an absolute assurance of salvation because individuals can choose to turn away from faith. Patrick cites biblical passages such as 1 Corinthians 3, Ephesians 2, Acts 2, Acts 27, 1 Corinthians 1, and 2 Corinthians 2 to illustrate the different verb tenses used regarding salvation. He emphasizes that Catholics should approach the concept of salvation with humility, understanding that they need to work out their salvation in fear and trembling, as warned by St. Paul. Patrick also notes that the belief in "once saved, always saved" is a common misunderstanding of Scripture, particularly prevalent in certain Protestant denominations. He provides examples of passages that suggest the possibility of losing salvation. He encourages Heather to engage in fruitful discussions with her Protestant family members by referencing these passages when they discuss the topic of salvation.

Patrick explores the different aspects of salvation, the importance of marrying within the Catholic faith, and the challenges in interpreting Scripture. Listen as Patrick unravels the complexities of the concept of salvation in the Bible, provides insights on mixed marriages, and shares anecdotes and theological perspectives on crucial teachings. Plus, don't miss the enlightening conversation about the power of apostolic tradition and the danger of presumption. Adam (Email) – Did Adam and Eve engage in the “marital act” before the Fall? Email – Can souls released from purgatory pray for us when they get to Heaven? Patrick offers resources to an email asking about dating someone from another religion Dan - Ecumenism: The Catholic Church doesn't seem to be doing ecumenism in the same way as scripture. How can a podcast you did on ecumenism be used to interpret scripture? Heather - What does it mean when protestants say they are “saved?” Can I say, as a Catholic, that I am saved?

Patrick discusses St. Augustine's sermon on maintaining unity in the Catholic Church, even in the midst of scandals, and highlights its relevance to every generation. We also address the importance of cultivating virtue and the question of burial customs are explored, shedding light on their impact on eternity. We also delve into the topic of committing mortal sins and the importance of striving to avoid them. Email - Is it necessary to have Rosaries blessed before you use them? Amy - Book recommendation to Dan: “Where we got the Bible: our debt to the Catholic Church”. I am a convert after 20 years and this book helped me a lot. Melba - I make knotted Rosaries. Can I make them without a crucifix? Conner 8-years-old - Who was the first person on earth? Elaine - If someone gets cremated and transported to another place do they need to have a funeral in the place they are coming from first? Jaime - If you get distracted during the rosary, does it still count? Mary - What large print bible would be good for me? St. Augustine on maintaining the unity of the catholic church even amidst scandals Patrick - If I am in mortal sin on Sunday, do I not get merit for saying the rosary?

We discuss the biblical definition of a nation and its historical context, as well as the importance of reading and understanding the original texts of the Bible. Additionally, we address listener questions on a variety of subjects, including divorce, raising children, and the perpetual virginity of Mary. Terence - How does the Church define what a nation is? Some popes have said to respect the powers of nations. Joseph - I am going through a divorce and am wondering how I should navigate child custody? Tori - Did Joseph ever have sexual relations with Mary? Alex - I learned that Mary was sent to live in a temple when she was 3-years-old and needed to be married in order to be safe. That is why she got married. Patrick reads and responds to an email from a 24-year-old who is having marital relations with her boyfriend. They share a child together and she hopes to marry him someday. She asks if what she’s doing is sinful. Maria - Did Saint Ann and Saint Joachim have sexual relations? Frank - I have a lot medical problems and nothing seems to be helping. I am stuck in my house and not sure what to do with my life. What should I do?

Patrick dives into the importance of faith, even without seeing miracles, and the role of seeking evidence alongside it. We explore helpful resources for diving deeper into Scripture, including a book recommendation and a podcast to guide your daily readings. We also address questions about the morality of using a birth control pill and the Church's stance on indulgences. Patrick comments on yesterday’s caller saying all life in energy Audrey – How do we know Plenary Indulgence’s work and where do they come from? John - I can’t seem to get into reading the Bible. I struggle with it. How all these details of what Jesus said so specific? Bella – I’ve been married in the Catholic Church for more than 20 years and my husband has a lot of fantasies, and this has been causing a lot of trouble. Is this grant for a divorce? Joe - Wants to share about this billboard about antisemitism located between San Francisco and San Jose. John - Daughter visited OBGYN because she has medical issues with her menstrual cycle. The OB suggested the birth control pill. Is there any problem?

From the miraculous stories of women who defied doctors' warnings about childbirth, to the profound significance of a rarely performed Mass, to the advice given to a Catholic woman facing pressure to move in with her fiancé, Patrick covers it all. Patrick comments more on John’s call from the end of the previous hour about taking birth control pills for medical reasons Katherine - Perhaps Bella's husband has been having this issue for a long time, maybe he lacked the emotional maturity for getting into marriage Leah - Advice for John's daughter: Napro technology from Pope John Paul II Institute. They prescribe bioidentical hormones and they get to the root cause of the menstrual cycle being off, or any infertility issues. June – What did St. Paul mean when he said, “you should die to thyself.” Patrick reads and responds to a Reddit post: My Catholic fiancé wants me to move in with him before the wedding Father Len - I'm a priest in Milwaukee. Comment about home Masses: one of the most profound experiences I've had was doing the Mass of the viaticum. Kathy – Comment on living together: My husband and I had 6 kids before we were married in the Church. When we came back to the Church, the priest had us live in separate quarters before our marriage. It was so great! Benson – I lived with my now wife for 6 years before we got married. I didn't think marriage was necessary. Kathleen - I know of couples who lived together that broke up before the wedding. Hermine - I just had my 6th baby (at 35 years old). My last pregnancy was very difficult. I have a very irregular menstruation. We have been trying NFP. We are getting concerned about my health.

We discuss the challenges of dating and pressure for young women in the modern world, the importance of having a Catholic priest or deacon officiate a wedding, and the belief of Sedevacantism in the Catholic Church. Patrick shares a couple of emails about living together before marriage Emily - I just had my 9th child at 43. in addition to NFP, I started using the ovulation test strips recommended by my pro-life OBGYN group. They complement the NFP. Marie - My husband and I have been married for 12 years. I knew that I didn't want to live together unless we were married, and my husband loved and respected that. Mary - What's the Church's position on the salvation of a sedevacantist person? Veronica - Because of my insistence with chastity, my husband and I had a quick engagement and got married as soon as possible Michael - My Catholic brother was asked to officiate a wedding of two non-Catholics. What should he do? Rick - I was married and then got an annulment at a young age. I committed to God before meeting my now-wife. Ted - The anti-Christ: if you die not being able to buy and sell goods because you refuse the Mark of the Best, will you die a martyr? Luis – Is there a list of sacred traditions that we have in the Church? Mary – What do I do with an old bible that is all torn up?

Special Guest Host Ken Hensley tackles the challenging topic of evangelizing agnostics and atheists, exploring the tension that exists between their denial of God's existence and their inherent belief in meaning and purpose. Drawing from his book with Patrick, "The Godless Delusion: A Catholic Response to Modern Atheism," Ken offers insights that challenge conventional thinking and spark deep reflection. Ken’s tips on Evangelizing to those to deny the existence of God Liz – I am older and want to be in a romantic relationship. Do we need to be married before we have romantic relations? Sharon (email) – Can we give “grace”? Doesn’t all grace come from God?

Special Guest Host Ken Hensley addresses an email from Steve who is seeking advice on remarriage after his ex-wife cheated on him and left him and their eight kids for someone else. Ken delves into the importance of seeking an annulment before entering into another marriage, as the Catholic Church upholds marriage as a sacramental bond intended to be lifelong. We also explore an intriguing excerpt featuring a professor of bioethics at Princeton University who identifies as an atheist. The professor discusses the challenges facing the concept of human dignity in a secular world and acknowledges the foundation provided by the Judeo-Christian belief in humans being created in the image of God. Marlene - My mom was in a similar situation with a man when she was older. I want to encourage the caller to stay virtuous and wait for marriage. Steve (email) – My ex-wife cheated on me and left the marriage and our 8 kids. We divorced. Do I need an annulment even though she’s the one who cheated and left? Email – Should I have my bible blessed? Carmen - In the Spanish translation of the Gospel they said 70x7, but in the English it says 77 times. Why are they different? Katie - How can we show appreciation to our Guardian Angels?

Special Guest Host Ken Hensley dives into the fascinating topic of atheism and its relationship to human consciousness. We examine the tension that atheists face, being creations of God but denying His existence. We explore the problem of meaning and how atheists grapple with finding purpose in a worldview that denies it. Join us as we discuss the concept of unalienable rights and how belief in God gives a solid foundation for their existence. Ann Marie – “If there is no God, then everything is permissible. Total chaos.” Peter - Atheist can say human rights are inherent to the universe just as much as religious people can say rights are inherent to God. It is only in doubting your mental thoughts that you can be open to God's ideas.

Average parent spends more time on their devices than they do with their kids Edward - My wife and I would like to be more generous with our time. What can we do? Ashley - Thank you to RR. I came back to the Church through you. Rose (email) – I used to stop listening to segments of the show that dealt with abortion because it was too painful of a topic for me to hear. I now face this pain and I offer that pain to the Lord. Therese - I've had 3 abortions. If programs like this were around when I was young, I would not have had those abortions. Angela - As a teen mom, I want to tell people that they will never regret giving their child life.

Dominic - Is it a mortal sin for a Catholic Doctor to perform an abortion? Laura - My husband and I adopted 9 years ago and it is so lovely. Adoption is a great option. Joe - There is a young woman with down syndrome across the street who is always smiling. Her grandparents wanted her to be aborted. Marla - I was protestant and our minister advised us to use birth control. In a way that is aborting the fertilized egg. There is a great sorrow that I have for using birth control. Joey - I helped my fiancé get an abortion. She ended up having it, and I regret it. Email – Would a Catholic doctor be excommunicated if they prescribed abortion or birth control pills? Pamela - I am a sibling of an aborted baby and would like to share how that impacted me. It was a huge burden to find out I was missing a sibling. Patrick - My ex-wife had an abortion 35 years ago and it still hurts my heart. I think of it every day.

Andrew - My wife heard your call with Alicia. Thank you for all you do. Maggie - I had an abortion 44 years ago. Am I excommunicated because I had an abortion? Alex - Does the Bible support the idea of Purgatory and can I ask the souls in purgatory to pray for my family? Norman – My wife and I had an abortion but God has used that pain to open my eyes. I didn't know Christ until I came to Him with my deep sorrow and guilt. David - My wife miscarried and removing the dead child was very difficult. Mark - Do I need to physically touch the relic to get healed? Elle - Should I keep asking my 18-year-old son to go to church with me when he doesn't want to go? Steve - What would you say to people to think that they can sin because God will forgive them? Alicia seemed to have hinted to that idea in her call. Liana – My doctor recommended I use contraceptives because if I get pregnant I could die. What should I do?

If you feel shame for a sin in your life and you're holding it in, God wants to heal you and set you free. In a deeply moving clip of The Patrick Madrid Show, caller Fernando bravely shared his heart-wrenching story. He confided in Patrick about his wife's abortion three years ago, a decision he never supported but was compelled to go along with. This was the first time Fernando had opened up about this painful chapter in his life, and his raw emotion was palpable. Fernando described the agonizing choice his wife made, driven by fear of their baby's potential illness. He recounted how they passed by protestors at an abortion clinic who offered a lifeline of hope, a sign that perhaps they should reconsider. But in the end, his wife went through with the abortion, and Fernando's heart shattered. Patrick Madrid responded with heartfelt compassion and offered profound words of comfort and guidance. He assured Fernando that his unborn child, innocent and blameless, was loved by God and would not be punished. There was hope for reunion in the afterlife. With unwavering faith, Patrick encouraged Fernando to seek forgiveness through Reconciliation, guiding him to a trusted priest named Father Don Kline. He emphasized the importance of confessing all sins and not holding anything back, including his coerced involvement in the abortion. Patrick urged Fernando to turn to the Rosary and invoke the intercession of the Blessed Mother. He shared the transformative power of daily prayer and Holy Communion, promising that these practices would infuse Fernando's soul with grace and strength. Furthermore, Patrick recognized Fernando as the spiritual leader of his household, capable of guiding his wife towards repentance and confession. He offered the comforting assurance that, with faith, patience, and love, they could heal together.