The Patrick Madrid Show

<iframe src="https://omny.fm/shows/the-patrick-madrid-show/can-i-scatter-my-dads-ashes-special-podcast-highli/embed?style=artwork" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write" width="100%" height="180" frameborder="0" title="Can I Scatter My Dad's Ashes? (Special Podcast Highlight)"></iframe> Have you wondered if the Church allows you to scatter the ashes of your loved ones? Is cremation moral? Or is it better to have a proper burial? Brian calls in with this question. Hear precise explanation from Patrick Madrid as he reads the USCCB guidance on this matter.

Patrick answers listener questions about scattering the ashes of a loved one, why is Jesus a Catholic, and how grave of a sin is it to break a law that seems nonsensical? Patrick starts the show offering prayers to those in Maui Walking is good for you and can extend your lifespan Israel says they are committed to Christians' safety in Jerusalem amid attacks Brian - My mom wants to be cremated and scattered in a park Patrick shares the UCSSB’s position on cremation and scattering ashes: "On the proper disposition of bodily remains" Emily 5-years-old - Why do we say Holy Ghost instead of Holy Spirit? Why if Jesus was Jewish is he now Catholic? Stanly - My fiancé wants to bring in some alcohol that was purchased out of the state for our wedding but there is a law in PA that you can't do that. How grave of a matter would it be for us to do this?

Patrick answers listener questions about how sinful is it to break a man-made law that you don’t agree with, was anyone else immaculate conceived, can Catholic’s attend a Jewish service, and do other religions pray to the same God as us? Tony - My daughter married a non-denominational man and their child will be dedicated in his church, instead of baptizing the child. Can we go? Mike - If you are willing to pay the consequences for breaking a manmade law, is it okay to break that law? Laura - Can you explain the Immaculate Conception? Is it the only immaculate conception that happened in the bible? Dan - Can a Catholic attend a Jewish service? Angela - Could you explain why Adam and Eve were conceived without original sin if they were allowed to sin? Why weren't they conceived like Mary without sin or the ability to sin? Joan - Can you explain whether or not Jews, Christians and Muslims pray to the same God?

Patrick answers listener questions about working for a company that supports LGBTQ agendas, is it morally permissible to practice NFP, and what does the Church teach about putting oneself in a state of temptation Lynn - I am applying for a promotion with my company that has supported LGBTQ unofficially. Is that okay? If they do officially support them, can I still work for the company? Dominic - What does the Catholic Church teach about no salvation outside the Catholic Church? Is it morally permissible to use NFP? Noah - Why does the bible refer to God as the God of Isaac and Jacob instead of the God of Noah? Nicole - What does the Church teach about people dating and traveling together (sharing a room but sleeping in separate beds)? Christina - How can we reconcile Neanderthal DNA in some people with the Christian story of humans coming only from Adam and Eve? Patrick talks about the dangers of temptations and the importance of not putting yourself in situations where you will be tempted

Patrick explains what it means to be a "practicing" Catholic and if someone who hasn't been practicing their faith can still receive the Anointing of the Sick Patrick’s uncle died yesterday after a day of being surrounded by loved ones. Patrick thanks everyone for their prayers. Pedro - What is required for valid baptism regarding intention? Email - Can someone who doesn’t practice their Catholic faith have the Anointing of the Sick? Dennis (email) – What does it mean to be a “practicing” Catholic? Laura – My sister married a Catholic man who had an affair and left her. The mistress had the baby baptized. Is it a valid baptism? AI replacing psychics as 'fortune telling' droids put tarot readers out of work Rich - I am struggling with things that our clergy and bishops do in the USA in response to government leaders. What should I do about this?

Patrick takes on fat-loss pills, sugary drinks and their ties to cancer, would Jesus want open borders, and can a Mass be offered for someone with satanic ties? Scientists working on fat-loss pill which makes you skinny no matter how much you eat A sugary drink a day 'significantly' raises liver cancer risk Patrick explains the “Bliss point” Jesus - In our parish, in Venezuela, we go and visit people door to door and talk about the Gospel and invite people to pray the rosary. Rod - I told someone that Jesus prayed to God because Jesus was born under the law and as a human needed to keep the law of God. Was that okay? Julie - A family member asked me if I could tell him what Jesus would do at the border? He said that he thinks Jesus would let everyone in. Is that right? Arlene - A woman told me that she became Jewish after studying the bible. She said the messiah would not be a priest and a King at the same time. Joyce – Had a wake for a family member who passed away and some of the family practices witchcraft and they might have put something satanic in his coffin

Patrick answers listener questions about gambling, Free Masons, why don’t Jews accept Jesus as the Messiah, and is it important to bless your house or your car? Patrick reads and responds to an email about gambling Massachusetts bans faithful Catholics from adopting children Aussie (email) – I bought raffle tickets. Is that gambling? Fran (email) – One of the goals of Free Masons is to destroy the Church Patrick - Some demonic faces seemed to form on my shirts after I brought them back from the dry cleaners. Should I be concerned about this? Sal - Is it as effective to have a Deacon bless your house as a priest? David - Why don't Jews accept Jesus as the messiah? Lynn - My husband and I were away from the church for a while, and when we came back to Church strange things started happening in our house. So we had the priest come and celebrate Mass in the house, and finally everything was gone. Cab - When I was young we would get our car blessed. How can I encourage my brother to get his car blessed? People don't seem to do that anymore, why is that? Patrick - Can you give a defense on the reason for the intersession of the saints? Mavis - When a soul is condemned to hell, do they become demons? Susan – Does the Church that say we can't go to priest over a lay person to receive communion?

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Patrick shares with the audience that one of his uncles has a serious illness and is in the hospital. He asks for prayers and explains the Bible and the Church's teachings on the Anointing of the Sick and the powerful affects for those entering eternal life Joseph - The real presence of God is a much newer innovation, according to a friend of mine. Is that an argument against Jesus in the Eucharist? Joe - I buy Mass Cards for non-Catholics who pass away. Is that useful for non-believers? Charles - Did I hear right that someone can receive a plenary indulgence if they pray regularly and that they have a crucifix at their bed side when they are dying? Patrick recommends The Apostle movie with Robert Duvall Mary - I am a 73-years-old widow, and my boyfriend is 73. Do we still need to abstain from the marital act before marriage?

Patrick answers listener questions about having pride, supporting the Free Masons, who is buried at Golgotha, and is gambling a sin Maria - What can I buy for my niece who doesn't like to read but likes to listen to things? Adam - Who are the Free Masons and is it wrong to go to a show that is run by them? Ray - Is it arrogant to say 'I know more about the Bible than you'? Claudia - Can you pray for me? Last time we spoke you recommended a boys summer camp and they just left yesterday for it. Thank you for recommending this. Are you planning on coming to Orange County? Cathy - Who is buried at Golgotha? I have heard that Adam's head and Goliath’s head are there? Nick - What is the Church’s view on gambling? Stuart - Why wouldn’t God make everyone immaculately conceived if he made Mary immaculately conceived?

Patrick answers listener questions about confession, how and how much to gift a priest who blesses your home, can blaspheme against the Holy Spirit be forgiven, and if it’s moral to not honor the last wishes of a dying loved one if their wish goes against Church teaching Lori - My mom has dementia. Can she go to confession if she can't remember her sins? She says she wants to go. Brian - We had a priest bless our home. Is there a traditional amount of money one would give in thanks for this service? Chris - What would a second plenary indulgence do for someone? Ron - Have you heard about the book “Domestic Extremist” by a woman who is a recent convert to the Church? I think it is great tool for people. Betty - Indulgences and prayer Cards: If someone dies in mortal sin, will it matter how many Mass Card and indulgences they have? Victoria - Should I follow my atheist family's wishes if they become unconscious and put in a hospital? Mark - Can blaspheme against the Holy Spirit be forgiven? Paul - Does a soul that is damned have a type of purgatory before they enter hell? Mary - What should I do about my career? I became Catholic recently and work for a very left wing newspaper. Should I keep working there?

Patrick shares the remarkable story about the many Civil War soldiers' lives that were saved by a phenomenon they called 'Angel's Glow.' Ray - Do the sperm and Egg have separate souls that combine to make the human soul? What does the 'you fool' mean in Matthew 5:22? Andrea - In Father Brown, a TV show about a priest detective, he will take a cloth and press it to the dead victims. Why is that? Gill – I’m a Calvinist and I believe in predestination Timothy - Are different types of miracles considered Dogmas that Catholics must believe in order to be Catholic? i.e. Multiplication of the loafs in the bible Email - What do you think of the Cursillo movement? Email - Did Mary experience pain while giving birth to Jesus? Steve - Can you explain Deuteronomy 4:16? We are not supposed to have idols, so why can Catholics have statues?

Patrick continues his conversation with Steve from the first hour in regards to if statues are idols or not Michael - I am part of the Christo movement and it’s a great way for people to come together to learn more about their faith Nora - There is a man who dresses like a woman and goes in the bathroom of where I work. What should I do? Steven - My Youngest daughter was baptized and the words that were said were 'Holy Ghost' instead of 'holy Spirit', is that valid? Joseph - The priest did not say “the Body of Christ” at Mass when giving me communion. Is this a valid communion? Dug - What does the Catholic Church say about people who are really devout Amish? Barbara = I'm 68 and reverted to the Catholic Church from the Russian Orthodox Church. The Dura Reems Bible seems to have different names for people and places than newer bibles, why’s that? AND Why do we say 'holy Spirit' instead of 'Holy Ghost'? Jane - My 28-year-old son wants to find a wife and met a woman who is wanting to be a surrogate mom for a gay couple in Australia. What should I do?

Patrick continues his conversation with Jane from the end of the last hour about helping her son understand that what he’s contemplating is morally and spiritually reprehensible and the woman he is seeing isn’t “wife material.” Patrick reads a “Nastygram” Diana - If Jesus was crucified by his wrists than why do stigmata’s like Padre Pio’s have the marks on their palms? Pat - Is devotion to the Holy Face of Christ valid in the Catholic Church? Michael - I recently joined the Knights of Columbus, what do you think about them? Elizabeth - The Catholic School that my kids will be going to has a male teacher who is wearing makeup. The school said they addressed it but didn't give details. What should I do? David - Where did Moses and Elisha come from there during the Transfiguration since no one was in heaven yet? Janet - Is it okay to be buried in a Protestant cemetery? Frances - Can you explain the changes the Church has made to the Lord's Prayer? They removed the Amen and added 'thine is the kingdom...' Michael - I'm in the military and will be cremated because of the military vault that I will be placed in. Is that okay?

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Patrick answers listener questions about cremation, who witnessed the transfiguration of Jesus, do angels experience fear, and what is the history of the Oriental-Orthodox Church? Being happily married prevents working men from burnout David - I heard that 3 days and 3 nights in the 'heart of the earth' means that Jesus was under the control of men and Jerusalem. Which makes sense if you start that time at the agony of the garden, instead of the time starting when he was buried. What are your thought? Clifford (email) – I want to attend church, but my wife hates it. What should I do? Frank (email) – What is the history of the Oriental-Orthodox Church? Bill - How can the spirit feel the pain of purgatory or hell since it doesn't have a body anymore? Roz - If angels don't experience fear than does that mean they know the outcome? If they know the outcome than why do demons do what they do? Fernando - Transfiguration of Jesus: why were Moses and Elijah there? Teresa – Is it permissible for Catholics to be cremated?

Patrick answers listener questions about the Anglican Ordinariate rite, can demonic spirits be the cause of misfortunes, what are the requirements to be a godparent, and is it a sin to feel like God doesn’t care about us Michael - Is the Anglican ordinariate rite here to stay in the Catholic Church and can any priest use that form of the liturgy? Dusty - Can demonic spirits be a reason for misfortunes and sickness? Greg - Is it a sin to deny that God cares about us? Robert - We were asked to be godparents. What is required of this and since I am in my 70s would that be a good idea? Christina - How can I explain apologetics for people who believe you just need to be a good person? Michael - What is the main reason the Catholic Church is against Free Masonry? Sarah - I am a public school teacher in IL and just getting ready to go back to school. How do I talk with the LGBT club about not wanting to fly a rainbow flag in my classroom? Andrea - What should I do if I think someone might be trying to steal Jesus in the Eucharist?

Patrick answers listener questions about what to do when you see someone stealing the Eucharist, how can public school teachers respond to the LGBT agendas that seem to be taking over their schools, and how to tell people the truth about the dangers of marijuana Christopher - Is shopping stores that promote abortion a sin? Bill - Regarding stealing the Eucharist: We have ushers standing by the alter looking for this type of thing. Aurora - I was given a bunch of pride books to put in my classroom. What do I do about them being sneakier with putting this stuff in our schools? Anna - How can I argue with someone that marijuana is different from alcohol? Jason - My fiancé’s aunt asked for the Eucharist to be placed in a pyx. What are the rules about this? Andrew - Is there a book that explains “stored up treasure in heaven” that Jesus talks about? Nicole - There are people who are born predisposed to addiction. Marijuana is so strong when people drive by. We should not have to be exposed to this drug. Julia - John's email about Cremation: In the Creed we do say that we believe in the resurrection of the body.

Next summer (July 17th-21st) will be the National Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis. Relevant Radio is a top sponsor! Bishop Andrew Cozzens of Minneapolis is preparing to launch this congress and he joins Patrick Madrid to tell you more. Patrick asks Bishop Cozzens about how we can stir hearts and help people encounter the Lord in the Eucharist, the effects of receiving communion in the hand, and what he expects to happen from the NEC.

Patrick reports and comments on the news that AMC have pulled a documentary about trans-regret from theaters in face of pressure and he offers solutions and resources to those facing the Trans movement in their own families Are you dealing with the Trans agenda in your own family? Patrick recommends: “Trans: When Ideology Meets Reality” by @HJoyceGender, “When Harry Became Sally” by Ryan Anderson, “Irreversible Damage" by @AbigailShrier and http://sexchangeregret.com Ivan - How do you respond to a Trans person who wants us to use their specified pro-nouns? Joe - Can you recommend a book about philosophy from a Catholic perspective? Email – Is it okay to sing along with Beatles songs that promote transcendental meditation? David - Is it okay to add extra prayers to the Hail Mary prayer during the rosary? Millie (email) – Can I have a funeral Mass for a non-practicing Catholic?

Patrick answers listener questions about gluttony, if God is everyone is He also in hell, is it necessary to go to Eucharistic Adoration if you go to daily Mass, and does God love the devil? Ruben – Thomas Aquinas talks about the five forms of gluttony John 9-years-old - If God is everywhere, is He also in hell? Diana - Is it necessary to go to Eucharistic Adoration if you go to daily Mass? Cassie - My mom passed away and said she didn't want to get cremated but we don't have the money to bury her. What should we do? Jason - When our priest says “deliver us from every evil” the congregation says “Deliver us from ever evil.” What should I do about this? Michael - The Rosary: I don't think people should just 'make up' extra prayers during group prayers Mary 8-years-old - Does God love the devil?

Bishop Andrew Cozzens – Communion in the hand, the lasting impact of World Youth Day, and the upcoming National Eucharistic Congress https://relevantradio.com/indy Pope Francis makes urgent call to recover Eucharistic adoration in the Church Ann - My son renounced his Catholic faith and got married outside of the Catholic Church. Do you know of a saint who renounced his faith but changed his mind later? Elizabeth - I was trained as a Yoga Teacher and when I learned that the possess invoked other gods I stopped practicing. Can you repurpose Yoga (like you mentioned with the Beatles lyrics)? Mark - Can a person repent from a sin against the holy spirit? Joseph - Can a Catholic seminarian get dispensation from celibacy?

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Patrick shares and comments on a new Gallup poll - Belief in Five Spiritual Entities Edges Down to New Lows. He offers real solutions and tools we can use to stay grounded in our faith and to help our friends and family come home to the Church Patrick shares the disturbing news of a giant gallstone that might break the world record Ivan - Why is the Lutheran Church not able to confect the Eucharist but the Orthodox Church can? Ray - What do you think about knocking on wood meaning going to the wood of the Cross for all your needs? Email – What is Adoration? David - How do I address people who are talking during mass? Grace - What should people do who want to adopt but it is too expensive?

Patrick comments and shares the startling poll numbers indicating that parents don’t seem to want their kids to be married or have kids of their own Kevin - I thought the Catholic Church tried to assassinate Martin Luther. Is that true? Bob - If Angels were in the beatific vision why would they fall? Ann - The percentages you mentioned about parents wanting grandkids I think has more to do with parents not wanting to put pressure on their kids. Frank - Can I go to a secular wedding where everyone is Catholic but no one has gone to Church in a long time? Herman - What does the priest need to say to have a valid confession?

Patrick answers listener questions about how to dress for Mass, was Herod a Catholic, and is it possible to have a successful marriage if both spouses are not Catholic. Miguel - Is there scriptural reading regarding how to dress for Mass? Barb - Was Herod a Catholic? Patrick and Barb have a good discussion about Catholic weddings and young people getting married outside of the Church Josh - I am in RCIA and am in a mixed faith marriage. What should I do? Ed - You shared a story on air about confession and the Eucharist which changed my life and led me back to confession

Patrick discusses Fortnight and video game addiction in kids Mary - I think video games can be really positive if used for God's glory. Are Mary of Bethany and Mary Magdalene the same person? Pablo - Can you give some examples of situations that would lead to the immorality of an act? Kevin - At Mass when the priest says “May almighty god have mercy on us”, can we cross ourselves? Aurora - I teach 4th grade and kids seem to be desensitized to humans talking to them, and all they care about is Video games. This is a problem for the younger kids.

Patrick answers listener questions about raising hands during the Our Father, does the Catholic Church still has valid Sacraments, and how to explain contradictions in the bible Patrick opens the show sharing some very cute audio of a little boy singing his heart out at Mass Is it okay to raise your hands high in the air during the Our Father? How do you explain contradictions in the bible? Denise - I am hearing rumors about the Catholic Church that the Sacraments have not been valid since the 70s. Patrick sets the record straight. Jenny - Can you make a list of movies that you would recommend and put on your site? Diana - There is a woman at Mass who spreads her arms wide like Christ on the Cross before the Sign of Peace. Is that okay?

Patrick answers listener questions about children playing video games, what is the best way to address your spouse in front of the kids, can demons have physical bodies, and how do I help my young adult child who thinks she’s trans? Renowned opera singer Andrea Bocelli, a devout Catholic, praying the Rosary at the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes. When Bocelli’s mother was pregnant with him, doctors advised her to abort the baby warning that the baby would be born with a congenital disease. The world is a better place with Andrea Bocelli in it. Christina – “The ends don't justify the means” seems like it could be used against the existence of God since He lets bad things happen for a good purpose. How do I argue against that? Katie - Is Minecraft okay for a 6-year-old to be playing? Alex - When should I call my wife 'my wife' or 'your mom' when talking with our kids? I don't want to paint a bad image of the title mom. Keith - Can Demons take on physical bodies? Raquel - My daughter has been brain washed by the woke movement. She was supposed to have top surgery to be trans. What should I do?

Patrick answers listener questions about faith and everyday life Cody - My best friend left the faith. How do I help him? Elliot - How should I interact with Mormon missionaries? I think I may have upset them on accident Ray - Is it okay to have marital relations on the Lord's day since we are supposed to keep that day Holy? Sarah - I went to confession but the priest only spoke Spanish. Was my confession still valid since I don't speak Spanish? Joshua - When Jesus took on the sins of the world did that include Satan’s and the other fallen angel’s sins? Katie – Thank you for your ministry! Edward - Are children from divorced parents illegitimate? Michael - Are ghosts demonic or something else entirely?

Arthur - I'm losing hope. I feel like I am the only Catholic in my area. I am a convert and none of my family are Catholic. Patrick talks with him about scrupulosity. Maryn - Luke 16: The steward who is about to be fired diminishes the debts of others. Why was he good for writing down the debt? Sandra - What is the difference between the Episcopalian Church and the Catholic Church? Rod - Revelation 20: 1-3. When will Satan be bound and why?

Encore Presentation from 6/29/2023 Patrick answers listener questions about enabling a family member to live in sin, how to talk to kids about their uncle’s divorce/new girlfriend, and how to seek help when everything in your life is going bad and there seems to be no hope. Stephanie – My sister is moving in with her boyfriend. Should I help her pack or is that condoning her bad choices? Maria - Trying to date the Catholic way and my boyfriend has a lot of married women friends that he hangs out with. What should I do? Tom - What is the history of the Deaconate and what does it mean to be one? Terence – Margaret Sanger started Planned Parenthood for one reason Brian - My brother got divorced and is now with a new girlfriend. I’m not sure how to talk to my kids about this Elizabeth – I’m having issues with my children and trying to deal and I really need your advice

Patrick reports and comments on the breaking news of Jewish pilgrims clashing with Christians at a famous Haifa church Kyle - When do we stand before going to communion? Araceli - My 6-year-old child doesn't want us to die, he wants us to stay here. What should I say? Jerry – The reason why we kneel at that point after peace is because Jesus is dying on the cross at that moment.

Patrick answers listener question about the history of the Sign of the Cross, how to defend ourselves from spiritual attacks, and is NFP a form of contraception? Ruben - My daughter is going to turn 21 soon, and Patrick mentioned some time ago that he wrote a book for young people going to university. What is that book? Teresa - I healed my scabies with spit. Has anyone else done this before? Denise - What is the history of the sign of the cross? Former UPenn female swimmer testifies that teammates of Lia Thomas were forced to undergo 're-education' to make them 'comfortable with the idea of undressing in front of a male’ Patrick revisits a topic from yesterday’s show when he spoke with a listener who disagreed with him about the morals of NFP Kevin – Does the Sign of the Cross protect us from spiritual attacks? Dominic - I disagree with Patrick. Anyone can say that they have an excuse to use NFP. I think NFP is a form of contraception.

Is the traditional day of fasting on Friday? Are beer, wine or liquor allowed during fasting? Is there a 3-hour rule before communion? Elaine – Web site is selling a rosary for $125. It is legit? Should I be giving them my money? Carol - Comment about how people say the sign of the cross. In bible class, I learned people should say, “In the name of the Father” Maria - Are priests allowed to offer the Eucharist or choose communion service instead? Terri – My friends are talking about the prophecies of LaSatte in France by Shelly Anne and the Pope's synod related to it. What do you know about this? Dawn - What does God think about those who commit suicide? Rudy - Can a couple practice NFP with a contraceptive mentality? Juan - Sister unmarried with 2 children - how can I approach her about getting right with God? Scott - Is the traditional day of fasting on Friday? Is beer, wine and/or liquor allowed during fasting? Is there a 3-hour rule before communion?

<iframe src="https://omny.fm/shows/the-patrick-madrid-show/will-we-have-our-normal-bodies-in-heaven-special-p/embed?style=artwork" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write" width="100%" height="180" frameborder="0" title="Will We Have Our Normal Bodies in Heaven? (Special Podcast Highlight)"></iframe> Do you dream about what you will be able to experience in heaven? What will your body be like, and will you feel sickness or pain? Patrick Madrid talks to a six-year-old caller named Kayha from Townsend, Montana. Kayha asks about what our bodies will be like when we go to heaven and are resurrected by Jesus. Patrick explains that in heaven, we will have glorified bodies, which means they will be real human bodies but with special abilities. For example, Jesus' glorified body could walk through walls and appear in different places without using doors. Patrick assures Kayha that in heaven, we will still have our blood, hearts, and all the other parts of our bodies. Yet our glorified bodies will not have the weaknesses of our earthly bodies, such as getting tired, sick, or needing to sleep. How cool is that?? Instead, we will have wonderful, powerful bodies capable of flying. That's something to get excited about.

Patrick contemplates God’s unchanging nature and answers listener questions about spiritual directors, is Protestant baptism valid, and why does a loving God send people to hell forever? Patrick contemplates God’s unchanging nature and he recommends the book, “The Trinitarian Christology of St Thomas Aquinas Reprint Edition” by Dominic Legge Pam – Should Spiritual Directors be a priests or deacons? Valerie – Thank you for recommending “The Dogma of Hell” Lisa – How do we find a Spiritual Director (priests are usually very busy) David - Why is Protestant baptism valid under normal circumstances, since it should be done by a priest traditionally under normal circumstances? Mary - A transgender person wants to enter the Church but is not repentant of his transition. Is there any documentation I can give as to why he can't enter? Nelda - If God is so forgiving why does He say they will be in Hell forever? Angela - I disagree with you about what you said about trans people being in the Catholic Church. He should not ever be able to be Catholic ever.

Patrick answers listener questions about atonement of sins, cohabitation, prophecy, and where exactly in time and space is hell, Heaven, and purgatory? Helen (email) – When our spirit leaves our body, how do we atone for our sins? Ben - Am I supporting cohabitation of my son who is wanting to move in with his girlfriend? We are thinking about renting our house to a young couple that is not yet married. Is that okay? Gaby – My son wanted to move in with his girlfriend and we were adamant that he didn’t. They are now married in the Catholic Church! Mac (email) – Is the Pope’s upcoming visit to Russia a prophecy from the 1960s? Adam - Where are hell and heaven and purgatory located? Chris - How can Christ judge multiple people who die at once for the particular judgment?

Patrick answers listener questions about receiving communion from a lay person, why is the Sabbath day on a Sunday, why do we need to go to confession, and what’s the moral difference between contraception and Natural Family Planning? How do you know if you’re in a state of grace? Andrea - What books in the bible should I recommend for a friend to believe in God? Patrick recommends “A Handbook of Catholic Apologetics” Jay - Is it okay to receive communion from a lay person? Natalie - Mortal sin and full knowledge: A family member just got married and trying to live a catholic life but they use birth control, what should I do? Tom - Our experience of time is the result of the Mass of the earth and its bending of energy. We know time is not fixed. The further away from the center of the earth the less time affects you. Sandra - Why is the Sabbath day on a Sunday? Sarah – Why do we need to go to Confession? Andres - I have trouble walking so I can't go to Mass as much. Is it okay for me to watch Mass on TV instead? Joel - Can you explain the moral difference between contraception and NFP?

When a Protestant challenges you on whether someone is saved by faith and works, do you feel overwhelmed and not sure how to answer? Patrick Madrid talks to a caller named John from New Jersey. John asks about the phrase "faith alone" in the New Testament and its connection to the Protestant teaching on salvation. Patrick explains that the phrase "faith alone" appears only once in the Bible, in James 2:24, which states, "You see that a man is justified by works and not by faith alone." Patrick then delves into the context of this verse, starting from James 2:14, where it is emphasized that faith without works is dead. He highlights the rhetorical question of whether faith alone can save someone, and James provides examples of Abraham and Rahab to demonstrate that genuine faith is manifested through works. Patrick also refutes the idea that James is talking about justification in the eyes of men, pointing out that Abraham's actions were not witnessed by anyone, showing that it refers to God's justification. He goes on to stress that Catholics believe in salvation by God's grace, as stated in Ephesians 2:8-9, where it is clarified that salvation is a gift from God and not based on our own works. However, Patrick emphasizes the Catholic teaching that good works are essential, as they are the result of God's grace working in believers and demonstrate true faith. He cautions against Pelagianism, the belief that one can earn salvation through works alone, and he highlights the importance of both faith and works in the process of salvation. Finally, as a way for you to feel extra confident in your apologetics, Patrick recommends a book on grace and justification for Protestants written by Steve Wood, a former member of Calvary Chapel, as a resource for those interested in understanding the biblical perspective on this topic.

Patrick answers listener questions about the Theology of the Body, metaphysics, the meaning of time, and how to talk to someone from Calvary Chapel Anonymous email – Should I live a life of solitude while I’m leaving a life of sin behind and converting to Catholicism? Gloria - Does the Catholic Church approve of the Rapture? Stanley - What's the summary of Theology of the Body for someone who has never read it? Faith - My co-worker doesn't believe in God, but this time when the topic came up, I said to her, “there is good and bad, and that doesn't exist for no reason.” Patrick and Faith discuss time, metaphysics, physical being and mental being Patty - My roommate goes to Calvary Chapel and doesn't believe in purgatory. How can I explain it to her?

Patrick continues his conversation with Patty for the end of the previous hour. He explains to her how best to talk with her Calvary Chapel friend about Catholicism and the Bible. He also answers listener questions about the infallibility of the Pope, the origin of God’s name, do guardian angels ever give up on people, and why would everyone’s sins be exposed at the last judgement? Brandon (email) - How can there be bad Popes if Catholics believe in the infallibility of the Pope? Monique - Theology of the Body: Does it mean that the person who is passed the age of conception shouldn't get married? Rudy - Origins of the name for God: was it a pagan name for the god of war? Sam - Do Guardian angels ever give up on people who turn evil? Karen – What is the purpose of exposing everyone's sins at the last judgement?

Patrick answers listener questions about getting married while in mortal sin, do saints have special roles, can anyone be a spiritual advisor, and why are there naked gargoyles on the outside of some churches? Anonymous – Can someone living in mortal sin participate in a valid marriage? Do saints have a special role to play depending on the problem? Juan – What do I do with old Sunday Missals? Alis – Someone asked me to be their spiritual advisor. Is that something I can do, and are there any books about being a spiritual advisor? Hello there Luke - How can I combat that sacramental baptism is not required for salvation with non-Catholics? James – After praying to St. Jude, on your recommendation, my wife’s immigration was finally approved because of her intercession Michael - How can I consecrate myself to St. Joseph? Susanna - Why do we have naked figures or gargoyles on the outside of some churches?

Patrick answers listener questions about indulgences, Purgatory, do animals have a conscience, what is wrong with SSPX, and he shares the disturbing news of the expulsion of Jesuit priest Marko Ivan Rupnik Elizabeth (email) – Question applying indulgences and can we apply them to our time in Purgatory? David (email) – Do animals have a conscience? Michael - If aliens are real, how does it relate to Christ's death on the cross? Aaron - What is wrong with SSPX? Pamela - Praying for those who are suffering: should we pray for the devil and demons? Jesuits confirm expulsion of a priest “artist” Rev. Marko Ivan Rupnik Charlotte - What is Patrick's take on Matthew 27:51-53. “Behold the curtain of the temple was torn in two....” This sounds like The Night of the Living Dead. What happened to all of these people? Andrew - What do you do when you're a Catholic and you're angry with the Church?

Patrick continues his conversation with Andrew from the end of the last hour about the scandalous behavior of Rev. Marko Ivan Rupnik and answers listener questions about the Saint Gertrude Prayer, was Saint James a Bishop in Jerusalem, and is it okay to attend a wedding of a Catholic if the wedding isn’t in a Church Patrick is asked, “Why even bring this bad news up?” Frank – I need clarity about the St. Gertrude Prayer of the Holy Souls in Purgatory. What are Patrick's thoughts about 1,000 released from purgatory? Pat - Was St. James a bishop in Jerusalem? Rod – Why does Hebrews 1:5 indicate that Jesus become the Son on a certain day? Obamas' personal chef drowns near family's home on Martha’s Vineyard Mimi - I'm struggling to make sense about how much more difficult it is for young people (in terms of faith) and why God allows it. How do I make sense of it? Thomas - Can I attend a wedding of a Catholic not in a Church?

Patrick answers listener questions about why is there suffering in the world, how to best start a youth club, is it a mortal sin to switch from a Catholic Church to Eastern Orthodoxy, and what are the moral dilemmas of IVF? Kirby (email) – Why do you think suffering exists? Joel - I have a Bible verse that I use to talk with Protestants; 1 Peter: 3:15. Is this a good one or should I use another? Martha - We were invited by parish to start a youth club. Do you have ideas of where we could start? Monica - Is it mortal sin to change from Catholic to Eastern Orthodoxy? Email – Question about the moral implications of In vitro fertilization (IVF)

Patrick discusses in some detail Indulgences in the Catholic Church and some common misunderstandings about them, answers questions about God and alternate universes, what Catholics believe about the end times and the act of contrition. Patrick talks about Indulgences in light of controversial news around the Holy Father. Kelly - Can there be alternate universes if God is the author of time? David - Why are the Novus ordo and TLM readings different? Zachary - What does the Catholic Faith believe about the End times? AND is the alter the main focus at the mass? John - I am converting from protestant to Catholicism. what if I die before I am catholic and go to confession?

Patrick explains the authority of the Church in interoperating the bible and how to properly examine the content being presented about matters on the faith, answers calls about the nature of redemptive suffering and animal suffering as well as how to persevere through bad popes. Email from Kevin about weather which Patrick appreciated John - what are some books about the authority understanding of the magisterium of the church? Joe - What is redemptive suffering? Elliot - Animal Suffering: Does an animal experience suffering and loneliness Alex - How do we as lay people respond to those who resent the Pope? Juan - How often does the Church allow anointing of the sick? Joseph - Can Catholics eat Halal food? John - I’m a cradle Catholic, and then the Church had Vatican II and the Novus ordo movement, and so the Church had the vision inside of it; why couldn't there have been co-existence between the TLM and Novus Ordo?

Patrick discusses the implications of eating food sacrificed to idols in regard to those who are scandalized by it, gives a compelling commentary on last Sunday’s readings about the wheat and the weeds and helps callers navigate the dangers of Tarot Cards. Patrick discusses the implications of eating Halal food regarding eating food offered to an idol Tom - My third son wants to become a Jew. How can I help him come back to the Church? Do you have a book rec? At one point he was considering becoming a priest. He has trouble with Trinity Ash - Comment: Patrick gave an excellent answer about Papal criticism Richard - When we stand before Jesus all our sins will be out there what about confession? do those still come up? Patrick talks about the Gospel from last Sunday, Matthew chapter 13, in relation to corruption in the world. Mary - I pray the special prayer that releases souls from purgatory but also have masses said for them. is one more effective than another? Clementina - How does the church feel about cremation? is it okay to donate body to science? Amy - Granddaughter has tarot cards. how can I talk with her and my son about this?

Patrick answers why there are so many different races if all of humanity came from the same two parents, Adam and Eve, explains grace and mercy, how Catholics can recognize evil and how God knows the future if we have free will. Email form Jerry – why are there so many different races? Craig – Reference of a book called The Journey of Man. It says all men alive are decedents from 60,000 years ago. Email from Jim – Advice for helping kids with anxiety? Email from Patty – Are salt lamps against the Catholic Church? Email from David – warns against 583 bill. Gavin Newsom Fines School District $1.5 Million For Rejecting LGBT Materials | The Daily Caller Marion - Definition of grace and mercy? Ryan - Evil identification. How Catholics recognize evil? Lynn - Does God has one future for us, of he has multiple futures depending on the decision we make? Jose - The second judgement. I don't understand why if we have a first judgement when we die, why do we have to face a second judgement? E-Frank - Are the 8 weeks after Easter part of church tradition?