The Patrick Madrid Show

Patrick answers listener questions about the Sign of the Cross, what is the history of indulgences, and he directly addresses an email that accuses him of “putting false information on the airwaves” Email – I give up my morning coffee for Lent because it’s a bigger sacrifice for me then giving up meat Bridgette - How many times should you make the sign of the cross when you pray? Kurt - Can Holy Water or blessed salt be distributed outside of church Dusty - What is the history of indulgences? Caroline - Cute story: my little boy asked me, “why do we say lasagna in the highest?” Elena – “Secret of the Rosary” by Saint Louis de Montfort includes prayers to pray before each decade. Is there a resource like that for the Luminous mysteries? Pat - My son said the Infant of Prague was “infinite frog” Patrick responds to an email from Dennis who says he should “stop putting false information on the airwaves” in regards to the Catholic Church being the Church established by Jesus. Christian - My son just came into the Church (I came into the Church a few years ago). My son will be going to a Catholic university because of Relevant Radio!

Patrick explains what a “communion of saints” mean, and he addresses the priest scandal and how that shouldn’t deter us from our love of the Catholic Church Donna - What does it mean that there is a “communion of saints?” John - My wife and I are going to have a convalidation ceremony. My wife doesn’t want to wear a dress, but instead suit and pants. Lee - Comment about intercessory prayer. I converted to Catholicism 20 years ago. As a Protestant, I was raised to think that the soul is asleep in Christ after death. As Catholics, we don't believe that the soul sleeps. Ed – Is there a book about faith and science that I can recommend to my son who says, “I believe in science”? Brian - How can I respond to someone who said he left the Church because of abuse crisis. Steve - Is the Catholic Church okay with me doing Yoga? Maria - There is sexual abuse everywhere. Why do people focus on the Catholic Church? Now the Church has special training to help priests report abuse. Raymo - How does the Church differentiate pride vs proud? Liz - What about Catholic Yoga while praying the Rosary? How can it be wrong if I'm praying while exercising?

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Summary- Patrick explains what an apostolic pardon is and when it should be used, and Father Tim calls in to give firsthand experience of giving the sacrament to those near death. Emailer-response to a situation a week ago of encouragement to young couple who were having family conflict. Norbert in New York What are your thoughts on bishop Michael Curry's analogy that we are all part of one tree, and each denomination has a special gift? Javier in Miami, FL comments on people dying and the apostolic blessing: my mother in law passed away a couple weeks ago. Emailer asking what this apostolic pardon is all about? Can I request this if a person is close to death? Zachery in Texas Why don't Catholics take more into consideration what we were taught in the Didache? Eleanor in Palos Hills, IL - I saw a women give other women communion at the tabernacle after mass? is that OK? Emailer- Asking did Pope John Paul elevated the “Word of God”? Some are thinking this means that Eucharist is not as important as word. How do I respond? Fr. Tim Eastern Shore Maryland- My experiences giving last rites to those close to death.

Summary- Patrick talks Catholic candles, weddings and apologetics. James Covina, CA What are the reasons we use candles in the Catholic Church? David in St. Paul, MN I am going to Saturday evening wedding. Does that mean it fulfills the Sunday obligation? Raul Chicago, IL How do I refute the idea that the whore of Babylon is the Catholic Church? Email- Mike in Chicago- Do you have a book on apologetics? Joanna in Brookfield, IL – Can you keep the ashes of a pet? Any good kid podcasts? Nancy in Chicago, IL- Can a Catholic be a godparent in a Lutheran Church? Brendan suggesting Catholic Sprouts as a good kid podcast. Emailer- owe my child to RR. Listening to your show I got my marriage blessed, my husband’s vasectomy reversed and now a baby on the way, thanks Mark in San Antonio, TX I have a mother with advanced stage dementia. She's currently in hospice, so they told us to give her morphine to call her down. Is this OK? What is the Divine Mercy Chaplet? Howard in Waukesha, WI – Where can I listen to the Latin Mass? Liana Brownsville, Texas - Is it against the Church to visit a Curandera?

Summary- Patrick shares audio from a man who spoke up against transgender bathroom rules that make women vulnerable and talks with listeners about how to combat witches at work and why God allows young kids to be sick? Patrick shares audio from a father who spoke up against transgender bathroom rules and how it leaves women vulnerable. Mike in Neenah, WI to Father Tim and the ministry of the sick: just think that when this priest dies, those souls will be greeting him at the pearly gates. Rose in Mesa, Arizona – Coworkers practice witchcraft and it makes me nervous. What should I do? Rhonda in Bloomington, Indiana I worked in an environment where there were witches, used pray St. Michael prayer, and also bring holy salt and holy water, and come in early to bless the office. Tom Elm grove, WI- Question about the use of the word 'Orthodox' He went to a church that had a sign that said: 'If it doesn’t say Orthodox, it cannot take back to the time of Christ.' Diana in Bloomfield, NJ - A priest talking about spiritual warfare mentioned sometimes people don't know but there is an object that is opening a portal... like lava stones from Hawaii... Do you think people should not go to Hawaii? Email- Patrick can you share the story of how you talked with man at church about overcoming big sin. Judy in Lincoln, Rhode Island How can I respond to family members and friends, about why God is punishing innocent children?

Summary-Patrick explains the genealogies of Jesus, breaking down the Trinity to Jehovah Witnesses and talks unbaptized babies with a 6-year-old in Texas. Emailer-Helen from Chicago wants to know why it was necessary for Mary to have miraculous birth from God. Aren’t all babies miracles? Victoria from Texas - How do I explain the Trinity to Jehovah's witness? Edgar from Long Beach, CA - asks Patrick to explain the different genealogies of Jesus? Cathy in Jeffersonville, NY Could a Roman Catholic priest become a Ukrainian Catholic priest and then get married? Michael in St. Petersburg, FL asks if The Creed: If a person believes in abortion and contraception, what happens if he recites the creed? Has he sinned? Kip in Easton, Pennsylvania what does Jeremiah 15:16 mean, 'I found your words and devoured them'. Some translations say different things? Rod in Eureka Ca - Sin is passed down from a man's genetic line. Is that why Mary had to be a virgin? if she did have relations, would she be subject original sin? Emily Wacko, Texas- Are babies stuck in purgatory if they haven't been baptized?

Summary- Patrick gives advice to John about setting boundaries with his brother who has addiction, explains if and when it is okay to lie and working through regret. John Northern CA- How do I set boundaries with my brother with addiction? How do I know when to take a phone call from him? Mary in Austin TX - Is it possible to lie to the school district so we can go to a better school district that doesn't teach things contrary to the faith? Lupe in san Antonio, Texas hearing voices in his house. What should I do? Marie in Gaylord, MI- A priest used lead LOTH/rosary for the parish, now he just sits in mediation and doesn't join us while we pray. Is it OK to bring this up to the priest? Joe San Francisco- I find we all have some form of regret. We need to let it go and move forward instead of living in the past.

Summary- Patrick and Sarah chat about the movie “Sound of Freedom” and callers jump in with their thoughts. Aurora shares how Relevant Radio helped her when her nephew was killed. Patrick and Sarah talk about the movie Sound of Freedom and play audio from a movie goer who feels someone is trying to discourage people from seeing it. Danielle- Boise, Idaho How can I get my husband to lead our family spiritually? Maggie Carroza suggests Exodus 90 and That Man is You for Danielle’s husband. Alejandro in Chicago is looking for a good Bible for adults since he only has the one he got in grade school. Chris in Feasterille, PA What did Jesus mean when he said 'unless you eat my flesh and drink my blood you have no life within you?' James in Phoenix- follow up Movie theaters often have no AC in certain areas so it had nothing to do with the movie. Ed in Valejo, CA- “Sound of Freedom”, he bought 5 tickets for other people. Will watch it again for the third time. Pattie emailed and said “Sound of Freedom” was only in smallest theater there. Aurora, Temple City, CA – God uses RR to speak to people like me when my nephew was killed- do you think that tattoo are related to connection to devil? Rosalee charlotte, nc Divorced and annuled. I want to sell my wedding rings but they are blessed. Should I sell them? What are your thoughts?

Do you need to wish peace and good will to your enemies? In this audio segment, Nancy asks Patrick Madrid about the phrase "Peace to people of goodwill." She wonders if it means we should not offer peace to people without goodwill, especially when she experienced harassment at work. Patrick explains that the phrase comes from the angels' song in Bethlehem, and it can be seen as both descriptive and prescriptive. It describes the reality that having goodwill brings peace, both towards God and towards fellow humans. It also prescribes that to have peace, one should have goodwill towards others and God.

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Patrick answers a plethora of listener questions and he gives a detailed explanation of exactly what the problem is with lay people being asked by the priests to lay hands on people during the celebration of sacraments, showing why this is a confusion of roles between laypeople and priests (referring to it as an empty gesture) Happy Birthday Ringo Starr Dan - What do you think about modalism and heresy in general? Mike - Is it okay for non-Catholics to pray over me? Frank – What is going on with Archbishop Vigano and his implementation of Exsurge domine? Diane - Our parish has to ambos. One for the Gospels and one for the other readings. Is that okay?

Feel good story: First-time author becomes Amazon best seller overnight after video of his empty book signing went viral on TikTok, leading to an outpouring of support from strangers online Bonnie - It says in the Bible God made man in His image. What does God look like and do you have a favorite artist's depiction of God? Kelly - Are all children who get baptized gong to heaven when they die? Do we need to pray for their souls? Patrick shares that his mom lost a baby at birth when he was 8-years-old Joe – How did you parents cope with Catrina’s death? Also, what do priest do when consecrating the Eucharist if they are alcoholics? Dawn - How do I talk with people who say that the Church covers up bad things about the Native Americans? Harvey 6-years-old - Do you celebrate your birthday when you are in heaven? Celia - Is it wrong for me to want to go to a priest for communion rather than a Eucharistic minister? Carson - I am a protestant of the Reformed Baptist Church. Can you help explain why should I view Catholics as brothers in Christ?

Patrick continues his conversation with Carson. Carson asks if Catholics are “outside the faith” Patrick recommends “Surprised by Truth” Aaron - I'm hoping to make my first confession soon but how do I respond to people who say the Catholic Church is a cult? Anthony - Why don't some people agree with Vatican II? Adelso (email) – Sometimes I give good faith advice and other times I seem lost and feel alone. Steve - If we experience the Beatific Vision, will people remember things in their earthly life? Lily - My brother struggles with alcohol. Is there a rehab center you can recommend that is Catholic? Frank - Thank you for talking about praying to your little sister who died in childhood. I had a similar situation. Is it okay for me to ask my brother that I can join him before I become senile? Toby - If I am living in mortal sin, does Jesus hear my prayers? Janet - I had a baby who died but was never baptized. I feel I will see her when I die. What do you think?

Patrick answers listener questions about plastic surgery, tattoos, and he gets an encouraging call to go see “The Sound of Freedom” movie Andrea (email) – I’m a nurse and I see people naked and even bathe them. Should I go to confession for this? Lucy - I saw the movie Sound of Freedom and it was so powerful. I cried so much, it was clean but it was real. Aaron - How is Sedevacantism in Schism? Pat - I am trying to come back to the Church. I am confused about masturbation and plastic surgery. Are they a sin? My pastor says they are not. Guadalupe - I'm 78 years old and Got a tattoo on my chest in order for me to have radiation treatment. So I think there are times when tattoos are needed

Patrick answers listener questions about sleepovers, the Rosary, should we speak up when we see our loved ones sinning, and how do I encourage my Granddaughter to baptize her baby? Anna (email) – Are you okay with kids having sleepovers? Paul - I am reading through the secret of the Rosary and there is a section that bothers me in that book. I thought Mary was the spouse of the Holy Spirit but the book makes her sound like the spouse of everyone. How do I reconcile this? Email - What does it mean to “take away the sins of the world” and how do we know that Jesus’ sacrifice was effective? Andrew (email) – Should I council my sister and give her advice not to move in with her boyfriend? Joan - When I was 10, I spent the night at a friend’s house and had a bad experience. I was exposed to porn. Jerry - How can I encourage my Granddaughter to baptize her baby? Madeleine - Is it okay for Catholics to invest in oil pipeline companies?

Ray - I am Native American in Western American tribe. People need to know that we have our own government and if someone is drilling here than our government permitted it and it’s okay. Patrick is fascinated by Ray being a Catholic Native American and asks him about sweat lodges, dream catchers, and about other aspects of the Native American culture John - Can you baptize a baby if the Catholic parents are not good Catholics and don't want to have anything to do with baptism? Patricia - We are going to the Guadalupe festival and my 8-year-old daughter is wondering how we can prepare for the pilgrimage? Kathy - A priest gave others communion on the tongue but when I came up he said I had to receive on the hand. That confused me. What should I do? Kimberly - If someone baptized another person without pouring the water over the head, is it valid? Eileen - Do the plenary indulgences work when praying along with the Family Rosary Across America? Shirley - I was baptized as a baby without knowing it and later came into the Church. I am grateful for it.

Patrick answers listener questions about marriage prep, the violence in France, and how can Protestants be our brothers and sisters Christ. Patrick also shares the harrowing true story of when one of his own kids went missing Twitter rules have changed. What is considered a long life now? Which states have the longest life expectancy? Kevin – If a non-Catholic couple have kids and they separate, and then later one of them “gets right with God,” gets baptized and is back on track, does she still need marriage prep? Kathy - The Violence in France mentioned on Monday: How do we reconcile with our leaders saying that Muslims are peaceful to Mary and Jews? Rod - How can Protestants be our brothers and sisters if they are going to hell according to the Catholic Church? Tony - It is hard to be patriotic for a country that leads the world in abortion. Elsa - I am Catholic and I think the Catholic Church is NOT the only and true Church. Glass bottling plants forced to shut down, leaving 600 employees jobless amid Bud Light controversy Rudy Farias: Missing Texas teen found alive after 8 years Patrick shares the story of when one of his kids went missing and the terrible hours that followed

Patrick shares the story of a woman completely covered in tattoos who is unable to get a job which sparks a ton of calls from listeners asking about tattoos and sharing their tattoo horror stories. Woman completely covered in tattoos unable to get a job. Imagine that. The argument of the beard Janet – My adult daughter can’t get over the horrific treatment of Native American’s by the Catholic Church. How do I talk with her about this? Ann - We live next to a reservation. A lot of people I know say they bless the nuns and priest who helped them. Nicole - Love the topic on tattoos. When My kids were young I told them that they couldn't get FAKE tattoos because I didn't want them to get the idea that tattoos are a good thing. Jared - If there are Free Mason objects in a house, will a house blessing be strong enough to deal with it? Diana - What do you think about people who have religious tattoos?

Patrick continues talking to listeners and answering their questions about tattoos - Jennifer - There was a place with great roller-coaster but we would not go to something called the Freak Show because they had the tattooed lady. Rey - My son got a tattoo on his calf. He took a job where he had to wear shorts and they made him pay to cover it up. You don't know what the future holds. Steve – I regret my tattoos Haley - My husband told me not to get a tattoo when we were engaged and I am so glad I didn't get one. Sam - My grandma had the year 1913 tattooed on her wrist. She said it was the year she came from Italy. I had a business and would not let our employees have tattoos that were exposed. Joseph - How can I talk with people confidently when they catch me off guard with questions? Louis - I used to be a surgical assistant and a young murder victim had a fresh tattoo so we couldn't harvest her organs. Dan - I used to be a tattoo artist, I’m covered in tattoos, and I played Relevant Radio at my shop. I have tattooed for 28 years. I did a lot of religious tats.

Encore Presentation - Patrick answers questions about divorce and annulments and he gives advice to many people suffering from the pain of divorce and others asking if they have unknowingly been living in sin John (email) – You said “divorce is a serious sin.” I disagree with that statement. Elizabeth - Follow up from the last caller on yesterday’s show: I want to encourage the lady who couldn't find a job and was losing hope yesterday. I had similar journey. “Be still before the Lord, and wait patiently for Him” Rod - If the Earth is billions of years old, then why did God let dinosaurs die off? Does that mean he is the author of death? Stuart - How does the marriage tribunal weigh into divorce for Catholics? Is that infallible? Patrick recommends “When Is Marriage Null?: Guide to the Grounds of Matrimonial Nullity for Pastors, Counselors, and Lay Faithful” by Paolo Bianchi Email – I was the victim in my divorce when my husband walked out on me after 20+ years. Shirley - Did the trinity exist before Jesus born?

Encore Presentation - Patrick answers questions about divorce and annulments and he shares and comments on sections of the Catechism related specifically to divorce Email – I found out my husband had a secret vaping addiction and I didn’t find out till after the wedding. Is our marriage still valid? Nick - Deuteronomy mentions that Moses might have been incorruptible. Could that be a passage to mention to protestants? Megan - I was deserted in my marriage. Patrick shares and comments on sections of the Catechism of the Catholic Church, specifically section 2384: Divorce is a grave offense against the natural law. It claims to break the contract, to which the spouses freely consented, to live with each other till death. Divorce does injury to the covenant of salvation, of which sacramental marriage is the sign. Contracting a new union, even if it is recognized by civil law, adds to the gravity of the rupture: the remarried spouse is then in a situation of public and permanent adultery Lisa - Husband abandoned me after 20 years of marriage. Did God want this since our relationship was toxic? Tom - Appreciate how you respect others opinions. I think the council did not do a good job of articulating the Trinity. Jesus emptied himself to become human. Patrick shares a complicated situation of divorced parents not seeking an annulment because they don’t want specifics of the divorce made known to their children Jillian – Is there a good book for grieving children? Patrick recommends “Making Sense Out of Suffering” by Peter Kreeft and to check out Holy Heroes for the very young kids

Encore Presentation - Patrick answers questions about the new “Padre Pio” movie, various questions about annulments, how to help a ladies group get started in apologetics, and what is the Church’s position on supporting and celebrating pride month? Victor – What is your take on the 'Padre Pio' movie? Patrick does not recommend it and explains why. Maria – I was in a violent marriage and he divorced me. If I get annulment, can my husband remarry? Email – I pray along with Fr. Rocky while I’m driving. Do I still receive all the benefits even if it’s not live? Paul - What is the position of the Church for Catholics who are supporting and celebrating Pride month? Kevin – My brother became a Protestant. How can I reel him back in? Natalie - What should I do about public school teaching pride material? Is it enough to just take my kids out of school? Brenda - How can my ladies group get started in Apologetics? Sal – Are you familiar with the book 'In the school of the holy spirit' by Jacques Phillipe

Were Adam and Eve real historical figures or just poetic symbols as a way to explain God's love for humanity? What about other Old Testament people? Did Jesus have anything to say about it? Patty from LA asks Patrick about this, and he explains why it's so important to know the facts and truth surrounding this question.

Patrick answers listener questions about the rapture, is NFP ethical, and is cremation okay Christine (Email) – Special prayers for your son who last I heard was in France John – I need clarification of Catholic burial rules. Is cremation ok? Betty - Can you explain the rapture? Sarah reads a power letter by Erma Bombeck called “If I Had My Life to Live Over” Shawn - Follow up about drug addiction story and prayers being answered Email – Is NFP (Natural Family Planning) ethical?

Patrick answers listener questions about Muslims, how can we be happy in hell if our loved ones are not with us, how do we deal with not receiving love from our adult children, and is John 6 to be taken literally? Email – What do you think about the Pope’s interest with Muslims? Email – How can I be happy in Heaven if I know my loved ones are in hell? Gee Lee - how do we deal with not receiving love from our adult children? Patrick reflects on the powerfully emotional song “Cat’s in the Cradle” Matt - What's the meaning of attachment to sin? Shawn - How do I respond to a prison pen pal who said he’s a Christian and loves to learn about the Wiccan faith. What should I say, or should I even continue writing? Kay - What should I buy my niece who was raised Catholic but not is getting married in the Catholic Church? Joe – Is John 6 to be taken literally? David - What is intercessory prayer and how should we utilize it? Why should we pray if God already knows everything that will happen?

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.