The Patrick Madrid Show

Marsha - My husband of 59 years just passed away. We will be cremated, and his daughters want to have some of his ashes, is that OK? Email - Can non-Catholics be buried in a Catholic Cemetery? Sheamus - How are relics okay if you can't do anything with a dead body from loved one? Michigan residents could be charged with a felony, face up to five years in prison and get a $10,000 fine for using the wrong pronouns under 'unconstitutional' new bill Plan for world's tallest flagpole with massive American flag divides Maine town

Patrick comments on the Supreme Courts fatal blow to Affirmative Action Jackson’s dissent decries affirmative action decision as ‘tragedy for us all’ Donna - Is it a sin if you miss mass because of a sick pet? Mary - Has a friend married in the church and then annulled. She is getting re-married but not in the church. Am allowed to go to her wedding? It is possible that she is not a baptized Catholic. Phil - Affirmative Action: Harvard has a $50 billion endowment, why not expanding the size of the university and allowing more students? Frank - If the Supreme Court's decision based on meritocracy, do you think college admissions should not also use gender as criteria? Vanna - My husband filed for divorce, and don't know what to do. Patrick recommends https://helpourmarriage.org/ and https://marysadvocates.org/

Patrick answers listener questions about if we should go to confession on First Fridays and First Saturdays, how to work in an environment that forces the use of pronouns, and how to convince a family member to get married in the Catholic Church Karen - Confused about first Fridays and first Saturdays. Do I need to go to confession on both days? Janet – My work is making me use pronouns for co-workers. What can I do? Fabio - Mental health is becoming more and more important in regards to divorce and annulments Laura - I'm an HR professional. If employers don't have a pronoun policy, they shouldn't be writing her up. Dusty - How do I get my non-religious mom out of conspiracy theories? Nicole - I've literally listened to Relevant Radio all day while I'm working and working out. Silvia - My daughter is getting married outside the Church. How can my husband and I convince her to get married in the Catholic Church? Amy - We don't really need to use pronouns unless we're talking about someone.

Patrick asks for prayers for his son who is in France. France endures a third night of unrest as violent rioting spreads across the country Bob - How do I push a non-Catholic family member into the Church (granddaughter in law)? Stephanie - Some have said that Moses was on a kind of drug? What do we say to people who think that the faith has altered our minds over time? Alicia - What can I say to someone who believes babies don't need to be baptized because Jesus wasn't baptized until he was 30 Paul - How do I engage with a priest on Twitter respectfully? Ivy - Gospel – Why did Jesus ask Peter to feed his sheep and lambs? Denise - How do we talk about pronouns with youth with love and understanding? Supreme Court rules for Christian mail carrier who refused to work Sundays

Patrick answers listener questions about how to respond to Protestants who say they don’t need Mary, should we believe in evolution or that God created the world in 7 days, and how can I be sure I’m not being led astray from the true Catholic Church? Archaeologists find ancient Pompeii fresco showing possible pizza National Geographic lays off its last remaining staff writers Tom - How can I respond to Protestants who say they don't need Mary? August 7-years-old - Should we believe in evolution or that God created in 7 days? Carl - I think Pope Francis is having a modern reaction to JPII's theology of the body, but I am not sure. Can you help me understand this better? Theresa - We are living in a time of humility. We can't all get what we want all the time and that is a good thing. Aaron - How can I make sure I am not led astray from the true Catholic Church?

Patrick answers listener questions about pride month and how to stand firm when associates demand that you play along, is the loving pets as much as people a sin, and are the luminous mysteries evil? U.S. Bishops' President and Chairmen Rebuke Distortion of Church Teaching in Abortion Statement by Members of Congress Email – What is going on with Bishop Strickland? Lee - I see pride month as a glorification of a deadly sin. My work associates see it differently. What do you think? Mariana – I’m inspired by Lee! More people need to be like him and stand up against this Steven – Another option is to push back Christy - Is the over affection of pets a sin as well? Rosanne - I think legislators were trying to do a good thing with illegal immigrants but it has taken a wrong turn somehow Judy – Are the luminous mysteries evil?

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 answers listener questions about taking the Lord’s name in vain, how much stock should I put into my dreams, and where does the spirit go when we die? Sam - Is 'God' the Lord's name and we are not supposed to take His name in vain Rod - Ecclesiastes - body to earth, where does the spirit go Jessie – Mother-in-law is living with us and she is not a believer and doesn’t take our faith seriously in front of our kids. How should I handle this situation? Top Anheuser-Busch Marketing Executives Responsible For Boycott Are fired Iris – I had a dream about purgatory. What does this mean? Andreas - Is it okay to listen to Johnathon Cahn podcasts? What happened to the souls who died before Jesus saved us? John - Why did Elisha ask for double the portion of the spirit Elijah got? Email - Is it okay to say “I swear to God” or “Gosh darn it?” Brenda - A family friend believes in a divine power. How can I guide them to God and the church?

Patrick answers listener questions about if it’s a sin to not receive Jesus when wine is available, why shouldn’t I just baptize my grandkids myself, why is the Vatican trying to get rid of Bishop Strickland, and were Adam and Eve really real? Rodney - Is it a sin not to receive Jesus in wine if it’s available? Mary - Why shouldn't I just baptize my grandkids myself? Claudia - My teenager doesn't believe anymore. What can I do? Brad - Why is the Vatican trying to get rid of Bishop Strickland? There are other bishops who are still here but they support pride parades. What’s going on? Nickie – Was it normal for roman soldiers to put a crown of thorns on their victims? Judy – My grandson is getting married by someone who was certified online. How should I handle this? Michelle - Are there rules against leaving Jesus alone in the Eucharist in Adoration? Tracy - Where do Adam and Eve fit into the progression of apes to homo-sapiens

Ireland's proposed new anti-prayer zones by county Under legislation to be approved today, some areas will have over 20 places where people will face a hefty fine or six months in jail for silently praying within 100m, if they are suspected of praying against abortion How Wolfman Jack Launched My Career in Radio Nancy – What can I do not to get bored during prayer? Patty - Is Adam and Eve more poetic or realistic or is it just that the story of creation and God’s love the most important? Lee – Was the wedding we went to that did not have a minister a real wedding? Benny – Does Jesus still suffer in heaven? Kay - How does Divine Mercy play into only Catholics getting to heaven? Isidore – Why was God so strict in the Old Testament? Dennis - Does the state of our soul at death have anything to do with the legitimacy of a Catholic funeral afterwards? Juanita - Is it right to receive communion from Eucharistic ministers?

Patrick answers listener questions about why God allows such hardships to happen to good people, what is demoniac, will our Earthly names be used in Heaven, and will God only forget a certain number of our sins? Kevin – What is a demoniac? Armando - When hardships happen to people, God allows those things for a reason. Some people say those happen actually because of the absence of God. Which is true? Justin – I heard a sermon that there are only a certain number of sins that God will forget Email – Would our Earthly names be used in Heaven? Lee - About non-Catholics going to heaven, it seems there’s a conflicting message in the bible based on a Matthew verse you often mention and the reading from this Sunday gospel Matthew: 10:32-33 Tony – I believe the 'Lead us not into temptation' in the Our Father was not properly translated. Email – What was the name of the book you mentioned about Monks in the desert? The book is called “A Canticle for Leibowitz” by Walter M. Miller Jr. Tom – Shares what he’s looking for, as a younger person, when he goes to Mass.

Patrick answers listener questions about how to “deal” with Protestants online, how much of the bible is actually read over a three-year time frame at Mass, and when exactly are we forgiven during Confession. Jennifer (email) – How do I deal with Protestants who I talk with online? How do you talk about your faith without losing your mind? Patrick recommends his books, “Search and Rescue” and “On a Mission” Jeff - In a three-year time frame, how much of the Bible is read at mass? What are Patrick's thoughts on making the Latin Mass an English service? Taco John's Responds To Taco Bell's Effort To Cancel Taco Tuesday Trademark Man dies after trying to drink all 21 cocktails on menu on Jamaican vacation Bill - Confession: When are you forgiven, after absolution or after penance? John, ex-Catholic, tries to trap Patrick by asking what he is depending on for his salvation. A lively conversation ensues. Susanne - Responding to the last caller: I'm a Protestant who converted to Catholicism recently: It's a great joy to receive the Eucharist, and be under the authority of the Church that Jesus established

Patrick answers listener questions about our salvation, is Lazarus and the rich man referring to limbo and purgatory, and what did Jesus mean when he said to “call no man Father”? Angela – Our salvation is not guaranteed. We need to live the 10 commandments. Emily - I have MS; we want to have a child, but we're having trouble discerning what to do? Mary Alice - How can I explain that Catholics do use scripture, tradition and the Magisterium? Why doesn't my parish use the Glory and Praise hymnal anymore? Scott - Is Lazarus and the rich man referring to Limbo or purgatory? Jennifer - How do you respond to a close family member who is in a same-sex relationship and says “Respect my partner or I’m out of your life.”? Frank - What does obedience to a Bishop mean to a permanent deacon? Andrew - Do you have a book or movie recommendation for my atheist brother? Patrick suggests “The Godless Delusion” and many other recommendations Megan - What did Jesus mean when he said, “Call no man father?”

Patrick answers listener questions about how to engage young people to be more involved with the Church, is there a way to get into heaven if you’re not a Catholic, and he advises parents not to delay having their children baptized. Nick - Suggestion of a project to get our youth involved with the Church after mass - an informal pop up technology help desk Patrick advices parents NOT to delay baptism of their children Mary Alice - About the previous caller, as an elderly person, we would like to get together with people, not gadgets. Kay - About the Great Debate, with Pastor White, talking about the Council of Trent. 'You have to be a Catholic or you will go to eternal fire.' Did that Church teaching change years ago? Mike - Do you think a person like Ray Comfort would get to Heaven? As a follow up question from the other caller.

Patrick answers listener questions about Himalayan salt lamps, is a 10% tithe still mandatory after retirement, and Jewish people be saved, and how could Our Lady be immaculate if her own mother wasn’t immaculate? Patrick continues his conversation with Mike from the end of the last hour. Mike asks Patrick, “If a person like Ray Comfort can’t make it to heaven, how do I stand a chance?” Anne Marie - A Baptist friend said that Our Lady can't be immaculate because her mother wasn't immaculate. How should I respond to her? Patrick recommends his article: “Mary: Ark of the New Covenant” Anita - Is it OK to have a Himalayan salt lamp? Chris - Christian draftees in the Ukraine/Russian war are reported to be reluctant to fire because of their faith. How does it fit into the idea of loving your enemy? Al - How do I give 10% to the Church when I’m retired? Steve - My friend is married to a Jewish woman. Can she be saved?

Patrick answers listener questions about dispensation rules, how can we keep loving our enemies when they are so evil, is it okay to marry your godparent, and is it okay to celebrate a deceased person’s birthday? Shane - Is Patrick aware of Schoenstatt? Does Patrick have any thoughts or insights? Tom - Dispensation rules: There are no masses anymore in Yosemite Valley. My priest didn't respond. Does it have to be my pastor who dispenses? Edward - I'm an ex-Catholic born again Christian; am I going to heaven? Maria - What are your thoughts about: 1) Vatican investigating Bishop Strickland 2) How do we love our enemies in reference to the Sound of Freedom movie? Email – Is it okay to marry your godparent? Jimmy - What are the proper procedures for finding out if Eucharistic miracles are real Ray – What are your thoughts on the book 'Mystical city of God' by Maria of Agreda? Chris – What does “Unless you eat the flesh from the son of man” mean? Josey - My sister is listening to prophesier Julie Green? if that okay or wrong? Andrea - Protestants don't understand that the Catholic Church is a gift. I used to be that person and the priests and the rosary have been an amazing gift to my life Clark - Is it okay to celebrate a person's birthday even if they have passed?

Patrick answers listener questions about listening with headphones during Adoration, is the word “religion” mentioned in the New Testament, why are there no altar sever girls, and how to explain God’s Grace when bad things happen to us? California restaurant had fake priest hear workers’ confessions, Labor Department says Robert Kennedy Jr. Says He Supports Abortion and “Bodily Autonomy” Tom (email) – Is it appropriate to listen to Relevant Radio in my headphones when in Adoration? Bob - Do you have book recommendation for my brother-in-law who is a non-practicing Jew? “The Philosophy of Jesus” by Peter Kreeft Brian - Was the word religion or Catholic Church ever mentioned in the New Testament? Ricky - Why are there no altar server girls? Patrick recommends the Ave Maria by Aria Marie - Robert Kennedy Jr. is pro-choice for the first 3 months of pregnancy, but after that he is not in favor of it. Carol - How can I explain the concept of God’s Grace in our lives even when a lot of bad things happen to us?

Patrick answers listener questions about attending Mass and Adoration at the same time, how do we know Jesus was real, what do Catholics think about Muslims, and what do they believe about Muhammad? Nancy – My Adoration hour is at 4am and I listen to Day Break while I’m there Patrick shares his experience debating James White and some of the aftermath from it Susan - Can you be in the adoration chapel and go to Mass at the same time? Do you have a book recommendation that explains the parts of the Mass and its origins? Olivia - How do I talk with a friend who is looking at both Islam and Christianity. What do Catholic’s believe about Muhammad? Philomena 7-years-old - How do we know Jesus is real? Lonnie – In the Catholic Catechism, there is a part that talks about the Muslims. It says we worship the one God. My understanding is they worship a false God. So why would we say we worship the same God?

Patrick answers listener questions about what is the proper title for a Protestant Minister, how did God “get made”, why was the Tree of Good and Evil in the Garden of Eden, and is it sacrilegious to receive in the hand? Rudy (email) – Is it okay to call a Protestant Minister a Pastor? Rayah 7-years-old - How did God “get made” and how did he get the power to make this world? Gale - I came from a Church of Christ Background and they debated about things like wine or grape juice. Jesse - I am protestant. How do Catholics oversee the local veneration of saints? The ship sank. Or did it? Titanic misinformation swirls Sue - My son in law asked why did God put the Tree of Good and Evil in the Garden to begin with? Barbara - Can a bottle of hand sanitizer be on the alter? Rocco - Do you know why we kneel during the consecration but then stand, say the Our Father, and then kneel again? Jason - Can we dissent to recent Canonizations in the past 50 years or so based on moral certainty? Jeanine - Is it sacrilegious to receive on the hand and when did that start? Is it okay to have non-priests distribute Communion?

Patrick answers listener questions about how to work in environments that challenge your faith, why doesn’t confession remove original sin but baptism does, who many rites are in the Catholic Church, and can Catholics learn or practice telekinesis? Be prudent when it comes to taking risks Cody - I am talking with a Lutheran friend about her issues with the reformation. She asked how many rites in the Catholic Church there are, implying there were protestants in the Catholic Church. How do I respond? Ann - At work we are encouraged to put pronouns in our emails and change screen saver to pride theme. What should I do? What if it gets worse? Michael (email) – Why doesn’t confession remove original sin when baptism does? Luis - Can Catholics learn or practice telekinesis?

Patrick answers listener questions about Catholic tradition, can we charge money to pray for others, why do we only hear about White and Mexican Catholics and not black Catholics, and what do we say to the non-Catholic boy who is about to ask us permission to marry our daughter? Lulu 15-years-old - I am in an online debate with a protestant friend who said that we are adding to the scripture through tradition. She quoted revelations about not adding to scripture, how do I respond? Kevin 13-years-old - Since there is both the body and blood present in the communion host, could we call it “the blood of Christ?” Karen - I have an opportunity to do some fundraising. What are your thoughts on us offering to pray for people for a sum of money? Michelle - Why aren't there more polls on opinions from black Catholics? Katherine - My daughter has been dating a guy for 4 years and he is wanting to talk with my husband and I about marrying her. He is not Catholic, how should we handle this?

Patrick answers listener questions about why women cannot be priests, how does God see us everywhere we go, and how do I explain the Trinity to young people? Tom - I have two brothers who left the Church. Does the Catholic Church evolve overtime in our understanding of God? If so, why can't we have women as Priests? Briella 7-years-old - How does God see us everywhere we go? Linda - I married a Catholic even though I wasn't Catholic. I eventually became Catholic! Denise - I am concerned about A.I. being high jacked. Are we becoming communist China when children are having trans surgery behind their parents back? Elizabeth - I was raised Catholic and a CCD teacher, but after the pandemic I started thinking maybe the Catholic faith is wrong. Why should I stay in the Church? Anna - How do I explain the Trinity to young people? I am also a teacher and I deal with pronouns by calling them by their names.

How do you know that you are really saved? What if you just pick and choose what you want to believe in? Do you truly have to be Catholic? Patrick dives in deep with caller Maria who challenges him on salvation and what Jesus really taught.

Patrick answers listener questions about difficult penances, is it a mortal sin to shop somewhere that also sells the abortion pill, and what’s a great book to for kids who are un-catechized? Patrick plays the Taco Tuesday song for a loyal listener Wendy – Is it okay to listen to music with questionable (sinful) lyrics? Mark - How do I respond if the penance the priest gives in confession is too difficult? Sana - Can you recommend a good book that isn't directly Catholic but is pro-American and not so 'in your face' for a book club? Rose – I’m concerned about going to confession lately. Sometimes I am not given much of a penance. What do I do? Donna - I have two granddaughters who are un-catechized. I would like to send them a book that would introduce them to the Catholic Faith. I want to give them a book that they would actually read. Patrick recommends “The Baltimore Catechism St. Joseph Edition” It’s been 5 years to the day that Greta Thunberg said humanity would be wiped out if we don’t stop using fossil fuels Michelle - I read that CVS sells the abortion pill. Would it be a mortal sin to still get my prescriptions filled there. Patty - It's funny that these companies support abortion. They are undermining themselves by eliminating customers.

Maria calls in to challenge Patrick on Catholic teachings, such as Baptism and salvation. Patrick spends a good deal of time patiently explaining to her the various Bible verses that directly address her concerns showing how the Catholic Church’s teachings are straight from the bible. Irene - Is it a sin to look up the penance online, if I don't know the prayer? Rod - John Chapter 1. How did John the Baptist not recognize Jesus if he was his cousin? Does this point to an inconsistency in the Scripture? Kathy (email) – Intimacy in a difficult marriage Lawrence - If the apostles received the Eucharist at the Last Supper, when were they absolved from any prior sins? Maria calls in to challenge Patrick on Catholic teachings, such as Baptism and salvation. Dar - My mom did not write her real name on my Baptism certificate. Is the Baptism valid? Bobby - Is it wrong for someone to discuss the contents of their confession on the air. Does that undo the confession or violate the seal?

Patrick answers listener questions about working at a place that has practices that go against your morals, how do we know which religion is real, how do you explain seemingly contradictory passages of the bible, and do Catholics pray to statues? Louise - I am applying for a job and would have to teach diversity training. What are your thoughts on me taking this job? Mary Anne - I have a nephew who is going into the seminary. What would be a good gift to give him? Andrew - How do I know which religion is real? Cindy - When Jesus was in the Temple, he told Mary he needed to be about his Father's business, but at Cana, he told her His time had not yet come. Seems like a contradiction. What do you think? Sheeree - If the Catholic Church is the Church that Jesus instituted, why can't Jews be Catholics? Patrick recommends “A Protestant Minister becomes a Catholic” by Scott Hahn Joyce - I am trying to sell my property. Should I give my daughter a break to buy the house when I need the money for retirement? Jack - If you are in a Church and praying in front of a statue, are you really a Christian?

If someone confesses a serious crime in the Sacrament of Reconciliation, why can't the priest reveal that sin to the authorities or even tell the penitent that he must do so in order to be forgiven? Cat from CA, who is a Protestant, explains that this is one of the only Catholic teachings she has a difficult time understanding. Listen to Patrick's helpful explanation, as he digs into the beauty of Confession and shares why the seal is meant to protect you.

Patrick shares a source for parents with kids who have been indoctrinated by the transgender movement https://courageisahabit.org/. Vera - I want to buy Surprised by Truth, but I am wondering what edition should I buy? Is it okay to receive Communion by intinction? Frank - Intinction has not been allowed by our bishop but both species have been aloud. Faith - In scripture it says the body is meant to strengthen and the blood is meant to wash. Also you mentioned the ability to have babies makes a woman. What about women who can't have babies? Heidi - How do I know if new prayers and devotions are approved by the Church? Some new prayers seem good, but I'm not sure.

Patrick answers listener questions about the Latin Mass, do Orthodox Churches have councils, what’s the best way to “handle” stored fertilized embryos, what does “the Veil of the Temple was torn in two” mean, and is it sinful to use Starbucks and Target gift cards that ever given to me? Teresa - My father-in-law is a seven day Adventist and doesn't remember getting baptized. Can I go to his baptism and would it be valid? Darin - The Latin Mass really helped me understanding the Body and Blood of Christ, it is separated and then reunited so they can receive the Eucharist in its entirety. Cheryl - Do the Orthodox Churches have councils? Diana - There was a drag story event held near my workplace. What are your thoughts on it? If a couple uses IVF, and they have fertilized embryos in storage, what is the best way to “handle” them? James - I work in the video game industry and saw the company that makes the game engine I use is supporting pride month. Am I supporting evil by using this game engine? Cindy - Target and Starbucks: can I use gift cards from these places that were given to me? Caroline (email) – What does “The Veil of the Temple was torn in two” mean?

Patrick answers listener questions about the Seal of Confession, do Priests go to confession, did Jesus sin, can you change godparents later in life, and what is the Maronite Church? Paul - Some riders can see better without a helmet. I was surprised that you were so confident that God the Father was not a man. I think this theory that God is a man has become more common here. Rebecca - My friend is against people who pray out loud. Sometimes I am so shocked, I can't stand up for myself or others. Cat - I am protestant and the seal of confession is a hang up for me being Catholic Marge - How do priests go to confession? Do they need to go to another priest? Armando (Twitter) – Why does St. Paul refer to Jesus as making him sin in Corinthians 5:21? Brynn - Can you switch your godparents? Pat - What is the first judgment and the final judgment? Lynn - What is the Maronite Church and can Catholic go to it?

Patrick offers guidance and shines the light of truth on the LGBTQ and Trans Agenda Curt Schilling sounds off on what’s wrong with the Dodgers and MLB (curtesy of Jesse Watters and Fox News) Patrick shares an email from a fellow Catholic who participated in the protest outside of the Dodgers stadium Cyrus shares an email from a nurse who says she’s always treated everyone equally and with respect, but her job is now making everyone take special LGBTQ training Rod - When the guy’s carrying the arch of the covenant, how come they got struck down when they touched it? Where was God's mercy and compassion then? Jonathan - Would God ever allow somebody to commit pre-marital sex for the right reason? Tom - Comment about the compassion God showed in whipping out those people. Bob – Did Judas go to heaven? Dusty - Did God the Father and Jesus always exist together. Why do we call them Father and Son?

Patrick offers guidance and shines the light of truth on the LGBTQ and Trans Agenda Patrick continues his conversation with Dusty, from the 1st hour, about why we call God the Father and the Son Patrick recommends “Theology for Beginners” by Frank Sheed Laura – We have a family member that is very involved in treating gender dysphoria. What can I tell him or read to help him to walk away from the job? Patrick recommends “Trans: When Ideology Meets Reality” by Helen Joyce and “When Harry Became Sally” by Ryan T. Anderson and “Irreversible Damage: The Transgender Craze Seducing Our Daughters” by Abigail Shrier and also www.sexchangeregret.com Katie - I'm a psych nurse and often a psych condition precedes the trans desire. Barb - Any studies differentiating trans people vs straight people? Is there physical evidence that trans people might have hormone differential that says this person has a tendency to be trans or is it more mental?

Patrick offers guidance and shines the light of truth on the LGBTQ and Trans Agenda Laura – My family has disowned me because I refuse to bow to the trans agenda. I found Matt Walsh’s “What is a Woman” movie to be really helpful. Mary - My daughter wants to be a boy so she can have a relationship with a girl and not be a lesbian. Joe – Do you recommend books by Thomas Keeting and Peter Kreeft. Patrick says “no” to Keeting and “Yes” to Kreeft. Mary - I organize a woman's house and she dabbles in the Occult. She's very attached to a fortune teller, whom I met. Now, the lady wants me to organize the fortune teller's house. What should I do? Americans Are Becoming Less Accepting of Same-Sex Relationships, Poll Shows Celeste 12-years-old - Did Adam and Eve go to heaven? Patti - I think schools promote trans ideology Raquel - Can you tell me where to look up Catholic understanding of psalms in scripture? Pat - We need to stand firm as parents about the gender of a child and let them make choices as an adult, not as minor.

Patrick reads an email from a listener named Ruben who expresses his discomfort with certain practices involving the veneration of Mary in the Catholic faith. Ruben had previously left the Catholic faith due to his mother's adoration of Mary but returned three years ago and now enjoys his relationship with Jesus. Ruben describes attending a Rosary group hosted by a group of elderly Mexican ladies where there was a large statue of Mary, and participants were instructed to place flowers at the statue's feet and genuflect. He feels uncomfortable with this and wonders if it constitutes worship. Hear Patrick's surprising response to this question! Statues and icons are meant to remind believers of the individuals they represent, and they should not become objects of veneration themselves. Patrick recommends seeking out the debate he did called "The Great Debate" where he discussed this, and he said it helped many Protestants convert. He also suggests a book titled "Behold Your Mother" by Tim Staples as a resource on Marian teachings in the Bible.

Patrick comments on how 3 contestants on Jeopardy don’t know the first line of the Lord’s Prayer and the answer goes unquestioned, and answers listener questions such as do you need to be re-baptized if you were originally baptized in a Mega-Church and do Catholic’s pray to statues? Email – Do Catholic’s pray to statues? Isn’t that idolatry? Nathan (email) – Are mothers who are giving birth closer to God at that moment then at any other? Email – My husband is having a virtual affair via text. Beyond counseling and confession, I don’t know what to do. Catholics Invited to Pray an Act of Reparation on Solemnity of the Sacred Heart Laurie - I was baptized in a mega Church. Should I get re-baptized in the Catholic Church?

Patrick answers listener questions about how to guide non-Catholic’s to the Church, how do we know that Jesus instituted seven sacraments, and how can I help my teenager who is rebelling against the family? Hamtramck council bans LGBTQ flags from city property after months of intense debate Congressman Crenshaw TX grills a smug witness who can't show any evidence that transgender surgeries are beneficial for children Jack - My friend who is Methodist is looking to find a new church. How can I help her look at the Catholic Church as an option? Any books? Denise - I have not seen a pride flag anywhere near I live. Ireland’s descent into authoritarianism continues. Patrick shares audio of Irish Green Party Senator Pauline O'Reilly weaponising the concept of “safety” to justify censorship and other encroachments on freedom of speech. Patrick shares audio of Sen. Scott Wilk warns parents to flee his own state. “In the past when we’ve had these discussions and I’ve seen parental rights atrophied—I’ve encouraged people to keep fighting—I’ve changed my mind on that. If you love your children, you need to flee California.” Matt - How do we know that Jesus instituted 7 sacraments? Sarah - My daughter is rebelling against me. She’s 15-years-old and having sex with a boy from school who sneaks into our house. What should I do?

Patrick answers listener questions such as did Lazarus go through a final judgement when he died, do you need to formally leave your old church if you are coming into the Catholic Church, and he takes some calls from ex-Californians who are happy they left the state. Emily - Last winter, the news said that 40 percent of the state of California would leave if they could. I recently moved out. Yvonne – People don’t vote right in CA because of fear. Marco - My sister came out as a Transgender. She seems to be brain washed. What should I do? Google, one of AI’s biggest backers, warns own staff about chatbots Patrick comments on A.I. being used to create new Beatles music Joe - Did Lazarus go through a judgement when he died? Tasha – In response to the mother with the 15-year-old: My daughter went through something similar. We did a lot of what you said to do and restricted everything. We ended up involving the police. Paula (email) – Thank you for being a huge part of my life Ann - How do you become baptized in the Catholic Church if you were baptized in another faith? Do you need to formally leave the other church before coming into the Catholic Church?

Patrick answers listener questions about scripture, the Holy Land, will we miss loved ones in Heaven, and is there a prayer that can help someone get to Heaven? Jim - My parish is planning a trip to the holy land. You mentioned a place that was at the corner of three different countries. What is that village? Patrick Recommends “And on This Rock: The Witness of One Land and Two Covenants” by Stanley Jaki Ad Agency Responsible For Dylan Mulvaney Bud Light Campaign In ‘Serious Panic Mode’ After Sales Crash Tom - Between God's Mercy and God's love: Two Twins die one goes to heaven and the other goes to hell. Is the one in heaven missing his twin? Giana 8-years-old - If Jesus is God, why does He pray to God? Looking for a bible study – Patrick recommends “The Great Adventure Bible Study” by Jeff Cavins and “Catholic Scripture Study International” Diane - What prayers can I say to make sure my daughter who passed away is with God? Steve (email) – Question about the Trinity: Scripture tells us that the Holy Spirit will be here for us, so why do we pray to Jesus for help and not to the Holy Spirit? Teresa - What helped me when I lost my son was being thankful for the years I got with him.

Patrick answers listener questions about Gregorian Masses, can Mary be referred to as the wife of God, and why are scarfs and doylies not required to be worn at Mass? If Amazon Thinks You’re Racist, It Will Shut Down Your Smart Home – Patrick shares Brandon Jackson’s experience Mary - You visited us years ago. Gregorian Masses and Chaplet of Divine Mercy are good for the souls of the departed. Kathy (email) – Didn’t Saint Paul say, “Who are you, Lord?” Olivia - What are the origins of the deaconate in the bible? Is it in Acts 6? Judy - Can Mary be referred to as the wife of God? Will - Is Lumen Gentium, Paragraph 25, dogmatically binding? Carol - In the late 60s, we would wear scarfs and doylies in churches. Why did they stop enforcing that?

Patrick answers listener questions about confession, how to explain to a teenager why we pray, what is the Didache, and is Original Sin a state of being? Larry - I'm not Catholic, but I would stand behind a MLB boycott because of these “sisters” Patrick comments on the latest Dodgers and “Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence” developments Woman are now called Non-Man Joseph - Is it possible to be Catholic but not go to confession every time they commit a grave sin? Can Catholics take Christ’s sacrifice by faith? Is Confession really prevalent in the early church? Number of Americans Who Support Abortion Has Hit Record High Vince - How do I explain to my teenage daughter why we pray? Kathy – Which is the Surprised by Truth edition I should buy? How do we explain reincarnation to people who don't believe in the bible? Alan - A homily about Sodom and Gomora upset me because the priest talked about same sex not being the issue but they weren't welcoming enough. Should I still attend this Church? Christy - Matt 5: 20-26. Is this a good reference to purgatory for protestants? Mike - What was the book about the apostles you talked about yesterday? The book is called “The Apostles.” A priest said that “original sin” was a state and not a sin. Is that correct? Brother John - What do you know about the Didache?

Patrick addresses the rising use of ChatGPT and shares some of the questions and the answers he’s gotten from using it himself. Patrick also answers listener questions about taking communion to nursing homes, did Jesus know what his life would be from the time he was a baby, why would God send atheists who live a moral life to hell, and should we play along when someone pretends to be a different gender? Patients Alarmed At Doctors Using ChatGPT To Tell Them Bad News Mike - I take communion to nursing homes. If a patient tells me they haven't been to church in a while, should I deny them? Michael - I wonder what ChatGPT would say about religious questions. We need to be aware of its limitations to answering Questions about the Faith Patrick shares some of the questions he’s asked ChatGPT and he reads the answers Mary Grace - Is a person who is baptized Catholic, but wasn't catechized, committing a sin if they receive communion out of the state of grace? Frances - What are the two natures of Jesus and how does it work with when he was a baby? Did he know exactly how His life would play out? Miguel - Why would God send atheists who live a moral life to hell? Scott - My son is marrying a Catholic but he is not Catholic. They are thinking about getting married in a small Catholic Church for family and then having a bigger civil wedding celebration. Is that okay? Paula - My husband has a female coworker who is transitioning and wants to be called a man. What should he do?

Patrick answers listener questions about lay people handling the Eucharist, how to start reconciling with an ex-spouse, how do I become a radio host, and what do I tell my child in elementary school how to interact with another student who identifies as an animal? Martha - When did lay people start handling the Eucharist? Ann - How can I reconcile with my Ex-Husband? Elizabeth - We have seven children but none of my family supports us having a big family. They are cutting us off because of the number of kids we have. What should would do? Sheeree - My 11-year-old son has a classmate who identifies as an animal. He was threatened with suspension because they want to call her by her given name. Gabriela - What college major do you need to be a radio host? Casey - I have an 11-year-old daughter who we put in a Catholic School from public school and is doing really well. Elsa – Do you know anything about The Book of Kells?

Patrick answers listener questions about how to help young people deal with the trans movement that they are being bombarded by, is there a limit to forgiveness, are all forms of contraception a sin, and was Cane the son of Satan? Steve - My 11-year-old grandson is also dealing with trans stuff. What books can I share with him to cope with this? Coy - Regarding today's Gospel, Matthew 5: What does it mean to have heaven and earth pass away? Emily - Can you be forgiven for all sins? Or is there a limit to forgiveness? Peter 11-years-old - It doesn't say Adam and Eve had daughters, so how did the human race reproduce? Sandy - Are all forms of contraception a sin? Major League Baseball Orders Teams to Ditch Pride Jerseys Mandy - How do I deal with a family member who read a book from an Ex-priest who says the Catholic Church is diabolical? Nathy - Why was a Catholic Church advertising for a Lutheran School? Jose - Some people are asked to be victim souls and to offer up their pain. I don't think it is right. What do you think about it? Jimmy - Was Cane the son of Satan? Sam - Do Guardian Angels follow souls into purgatory?

Patrick Madrid is asked by Mary about the topic of confession and why Catholics go to a priest to have their sins forgiven. He provides an explanation based on biblical references. Patrick begins by emphasizing that Jesus came to forgive sins and save people from sin through his death on the cross. The reason for going to confession is derived from Jesus' own words in John chapter 20. After the resurrection, Jesus appears to the apostles and tells them that just as the Father sent him to forgive sins, he is now sending them. He breathes on them, gives them the Holy Spirit, and grants them the authority to forgive or retain sins. Patrick also refers to St. Paul's writings in 2 Corinthians 5:18-20, where Paul speaks of being reconciled to God and entrusted with the ministry of reconciliation. This ministry is seen as a special authority given to the apostles and their successors, not to all Christians in a general sense. Additionally, he cites James chapter 5, where St. James instructs the sick to call for the priests of the church to pray over them, anoint them with oil, and forgive their sins. This connection between summoning priests and the forgiveness of sins is seen as evidence of the sacrament of confession. Patrick refers to a story in Mark chapter 1, where a leper is healed by Jesus. After being healed, Jesus instructs the leper to go to the priest and offer the prescribed cleansing ritual as proof to the people. This highlights the communal aspect of confession, where sins not only rupture the relationship with God but also the relationship with the body of Christ. Confession is seen as a means of restoration both to the life of grace through absolution and to the community of believers.

Patrick answers an email asking him to compare A.I. and the Tower of Babel. Patrick gives this some serious thought and a serious answer Paul McCartney says A.I. got John Lennon’s voice on ‘last Beatles record’ Nancy – The early days of the internet was “mind-blowing.” Can we go to heaven digitally? Patrick shares clips from The Today Show in 1994 trying to describe the internet and David Bowie in 1999 talking about how the internet is going to change everything Nora - Which book do you recommend about who wrote the bible, and who compiled the bible? Planning to go to the Eucharistic procession in LA, and will be posting photos on FB page of the Carmelite Nuns and the Little Sisters of the Poor. Patrick – I was diagnosed with a disease of the skin. How do I know who I can offer this up to? Patrick recommends “Abandonment to Divine Providence” by Jean-Pierre de Caussade Michael - Is annulment different from divorce and would that make you a child born out of wedlock? Patrick responds to an email about why do callers keep asking if they can attend a wedding reception and not the ceremony, and your answer is always the same. Is there ever an instance when a Catholic shouldn’t attend a ceremony, but the party is ok?

Patrick answers listener questions such as, why do I need to confess my sins to a priest, why isn’t there a Tribe of Joseph, and how do I dispose of old bibles? Can you trust your ears? AI voice scams rattle US Gabriel 12-years-old - Why isn't there a Tribe of Joseph? Dennis - My wife is expecting our first child in October. Does the Church have an opinion about knowing the gender of the child before he or she is born? Patrick recommends “Annulments in the Catholic Church” Email – How do I dispose of old bibles? Is it okay to wear a crucifix necklace that lays crossways? What is the name of the organization that helps men and women overcome addiction problems? www.hopereborn.org Debbie - I left the Mormon Church and my parents were devastated. The same thing happens in the Catholic Church when kids leave the faith. What are some of the psychological components present when a child leaves the tribe? Mary - Why do have to need to confess my sins to a priest?

Patrick answers listener questions about A.I. scams, doing yoga poses during adoration, were St. Peter and St. Paul the same person, and are we all born with our own personal crosses to bear? Donna – In regards to A.I. scams, we use a password with our kids if they were ever in that situation Mark – A.I.: I think it's already like the tower of babel. I've been in business for 50 years and we can't communicate simple things. Cindy - I was at the Shrine of Our Lady of Champion yesterday. A man got down in a yoga pose before he got into his pose and then did the same thing when he left his pew. What is the proper posture to enter a pew during adoration? Patrick recommends “The Godless Delusion” for those who are atheist but interested in learning more about the Catholic Faith Brenda - Were St. Peter and St. Paul the same person? Who is Simon Peter? Why all these different names? Are there any good books about them? Teresa - If we are all born with a cross to bear. Do you think that those who are gay that that is their cross? Patrick responds to a twitter question: Shouldn’t all of Mary’s ancestors be without sin? John - Are St. Augustine of Hippo and Augustine of Canterbury the same person? Earnest – When we talk about the Sacraments of Initiations why isn't penance one of them?

Patrick answers listener questions about Chatbot sermons, does Jesus literally call out to those passing away, and is there a Catholic Bible Study that can be done outside of the Church? Can a chatbot preach a good sermon? Hundreds attend church service generated by ChatGPT Joe - In regards to AI, how many jobs will be replaced because of it? Floyd - Before my grandma died she said 'Jesus is calling me' and she passed away. Could this possibly happen? The 12 Capacities of the Soul by Fr. Robert Spitzer Matt - Question about attending a wedding of a friend who was raised Catholic, he isn’t getting married in the church. Catholics Invited to Pray an Act of Reparation on Solemnity of the Sacred Heart via USCCB Jude - Co-opting of the language with 'pride week', in our world pride is one of the deadly sins. How do the folks that almost believe what we believe, how come they don't have parts of the bible that we have? Beth - Is there a Catholic Bible Study that can be done without a program in a church? Is there something we can do as a couple together to study the bible?

Patrick answers listener questions about how to talk to family members about coming back to the Church, why do demons always recognize Jesus, and how could Jesus give his body and blood if he wasn’t dead yet? Patrick comments on President Biden’s tweeter post highlighting a Pride Flag taking center stage at the White House California Bill Would Charge Parents Who Don't 'Affirm' Transgenderism With 'Child Abuse' Maria - My brothers don't go to mass anymore. What should I say to them? Patrick shares and responds to a tweet from Anna-Kate who has same-sex attraction Cyrus reads and Patrick responds to a listener’s email who personally has same-sex attraction and thanks Patrick for his companionate approach to the subject Albert - Jesus is recognized by those who are possessed, but the high priests couldn't recognize Jesus. How is it that evil can recognize Jesus? Is the devil a god since he seems to be everywhere? Ellen - How could Jesus give his body and blood if he wasn't dead yet? How was Baptism available before the death of Jesus?

Patrick shares an article and comments on Hispanics who are abandoning the Catholic Church Jim - Where does the Bible talk about “Marriage Validity?” Art - Gun control: Mexico prohibited all guns, but it's one of the most violent countries in the world. How do we explain that? Paul - My son just came back to the church! Not everyone is leaving and there is hope! Boycott starts as Call of Duty removes Nickmercs skin for anti-Pride comment Lydia Owens, a high school valedictorian in South Carolina, has gone viral for a speech detailing how she learned to find her value in her faith amid recent hardships in her life. Amy - What makes a valid marriage in eyes of the church? Kelly - Parents divorced and dad left church and has a new girlfriend. How should I handle this if he gets remarried?