The Patrick Madrid Show

Patrick answers listener questions about plenary indulgences for the dead, if it’s okay to renounce our faith if it will save the lives of others, and if there are any last rites available for non-Catholics Lawmakers want this to be the last time Americans turn back clocks for daylight saving Joseph - Can I go to confession to get a plenary indulgence for the dead in November? Susan - The USCCB is asking us to vote for different political positions. How is that not the Church playing politics? Mark – Is it okay to renounce our faith if it will save lives? Natalie – Are then any guidelines I need to follow in regards to a loved one during end of life care? Alva – Are any of the last rites available for non-Catholics?

Patrick answers listener questions about giving the sign of peace during Mass, what happened to Cane after Jesus rose, do Catholic’s believe in the Mark of the Beast, and why do Catholics say they are “Catholic Christian” instead of just saying Catholic? Modesto – I see the fruit of the Holy Spirit in people who do not believe in Jesus. Why is that? Are they saved? William – Can we do the sign of peace during Mass? Enrico - What happened to Cane after Jesus rose. Was he forgiven? James - What is the Catholic view of the Mark of the Beast and what is the timeline of it? Mary Beth – Why do Catholics say they are “Catholic Christian” instead of just saying Catholic? Jeff – How do I convince my 13-year-old daughter that the Bible is trustworthy in regards to the creation of the world, the Eucharist and other Catholic things? Patrick recommends “Can you Trust the Bible” Francis Hogan

Patrick answers listener questions about the illuminati and lizard people, if God is merciful shouldn’t everyone be in Heaven, is the Vatican based on pagan religions, and how to interact with people in a social setting who are spreading lies about the Church Do you have a favorite child? Patrick shares the story of a “savage grandma” who has a “family ranking board” — here’s why she put me in last place Steve (06:57) – Is the illuminati or the Lizard People mentioned in the bible? Mary Beth - If God is all merciful, why isn't everyone in heaven and if God is all justice, why isn't everyone in hell? How do we reconcile this? Robert - Many places in the bible it says our sins will be forgiven. So how will we be held accountable on judgement day? Miranda (20:09) – Is the Vatican based on pagan religions. Patricia - What happens to babies who are miscarried at the resurrection, what bodies do they get? Patrick responds to an email from Dorothy asking: Why can’t we eat gum before communion? Isn’t that a “fussy man made rule?” Mike (42:33) - How do I interact with people in a social setting who are spreading misinformation about the Church?

Patrick answers listener questions about our Blessed Mother, is working in a tobacco field a sin, amd what’s the difference between Protestant and Orthodox Christians Ann - When talking with a teen, how do I explain God being loving and merciful with the Old Testament is filled with a lot of killing. Phil - Are people who work in tobacco fields sinning? Was our Blessed Mother Mary a single mom? Edgar (25:15) - What is the difference between Protestants and Orthodox and which ones would sedevacantism fall into? Joe – Do you have a cheat sheet for answering listener questions? Patrick recommends “Envoy for Christ: 25 Years as a Catholic Apologist” and “Pope Fiction: Answers to 30 Myths & Misconceptions About the Papacy” John (41:08) - If someone got her tubes tied and is sorry for it, does she need to do anything more to repent?

Patrick answers listener questions about plenary indulgences, NFP, purgatory, what is the difference between “faith” and “faith alone,” if you can sit at Mass if you are injured, and should I still go to Mass if my spouse is sick Respected snake researcher dies from rattlesnake bite Jose - 3 questions about plenary indulgences during this novena of November. 1. How many people can I pray for each day. 2. does it count as a plenary indulgence. 3. How many days can I do this? Krista - I found something similar to NFP called the Marquette Method which has worked really well for me and my family. Jenny - Can we send everyone to heaven if we apply this indulgence to all the souls in purgatory? Modesto - What is the difference between 'faith' and 'faith Alone'? Patrick responds to a troubling email of a priest who said something terrible and wrong to a family in front of the congregation Don – When we get to heaven, will we know who is in purgatory? Barbara - What do you think of the book called 'Murder in the 33rd Degree' by Father Charles Theodore? Irene (40:39) - I got injured and was unable to go to Mass. Is it okay for me to sit at Mass? Dan (45:12) - How can the Blessed Mother be conceived without original sin? Noah (48:35) - Do I go to church when my spouse is sick?

Great Stories About Great Saints! (04:18) St. Augustine of Hippo (36:38) St. Theresa of Avila

Patrick starts the show off with a beautiful message from Pope Benedict XVI in regards to All Souls Patrick explains plenary indulgences and the significant impact they have on your life George - The priest requested I receive in the hand, would it have been a sin for me to refuse and walk away? Brandon - Does Vatican II say that Mary should be the cause of worship in the Church? Publisher dismisses calls to cancel Amy Coney Barrett’s book deal saying they are “fully committed” to publish it Joseph - Can we sell our homes or cars if they are blessed? Solange - Why can lay people distribute communion? Nora (7-years-old) - Who was the first saint? Why did Saint Michael fight the Devil?

Patrick answers listener questions about sin, conscience, and judgement. Angel (10-years-old) - When Jesus died on the cross, did everyone from hell go to heaven? Jack – Is there a good book about hell for a teenager? Patrick recommends “The Divine Comedy” and “The Dogma of Hell” Jim – The Bishop apologized for what the Priest from Ireland said. When people get bad advice from a priest what should they do? Patrick shares a section of the Catechism regarding how you must follow your conscience, but it must be a properly formed conscience. David - Judging the living and the dead: Are people Judged twice?

Patrick shares Fr. Sean Sheehy’s homily courageously proclaiming true Catholic teaching from the pulpit the weekend of October 29, 2022 Mary - Someone left the Catholic Church and now says that she KNOWS she is going to heaven. Is this the sin of presumption? Maria Christina - I am glad you played that audio from Ireland. How could anyone who considers themselves Catholic offended by this? Tod – Are there situations where doing evil for a good outcome is permissible? Cynthia – Am I absolved of my sins if the priest dismisses them as sinful? Kate – I have kids in Catholic School. They are not allowing the children to make mission models because it’s “like making models of Auschwitz.” What should I do about this? Patrick recommends “Journey to the Sun: Junipero Serra's Dream and the Founding of California” by Gregory Orfalea

Today is National Stress Awareness Day – Patrick offers 5 stress reduction tips that only take 30 seconds Donna - Purgatory: when we go to confession after sinning do we need to still go to purgatory if we die? Barbara - Why is the Glory Be never said when reciting prayers for the dead? ‘Miracle’ caught on video: Priest escapes unharmed when SUV hurdles his car Kathy - A family member is bashing on St. John Paul II for not handling the priest abuse cases better. How can I talk with them about this? Patrick shares Who Americans Spend Their Time With Ron - I just got a settlement. Do I need to give 10 percent straight to the Church? Bridget - Can we pray to another person's guardian angel? Jason - If a protestant and a Catholic get married does the protestant need to get other Catholic sacraments?

Patrick answers listener question about lucid dreams, why we are limited to one plenary indulgence per day, and if someone with autism can take the sacraments Patrick responds to an email about explicitly sexually lucid dreams and if they are sinful Mike - Why are we limited to one plenary indulgence per day? Nader - Did Padre Pio tell someone to give his guardian angel a name once? How do I deal with a habitual sin that I can't break? Helen - Comment about Sinful Dreams: I used to have the same problem, sprinkling Holy Water on the bed helped me. Patrick shares audio from Fr Seán Sheehy’s sermon that has gone viral. Mary - My great niece was baptized and then diagnosed with Non Verbal Autism. Can she still receive the rest of her sacraments? Keoni - If the devil is so bad, why didn’t God snap him out of existence?

Patrick answers listener questions about why we don’t focus or talk about being in the “End Times,” what does “Honor” mean, and what is the Church’s teaching on abortion regarding the election Diana - What are your thoughts on the end of times prophecies? Jennifer - Why are you calling people stupid? Alex – Is Bernadette Soubirous a saint and why? Jessie – Regarding the Irish Priest homily from the last hour: I wish we had priests like that at our parish. Keith - What does 'Honor' mean in regard to the 4th Commandment? Mary - Is the day of the dead okay for Catholics to believe in? Mary - What is the book you wrote about the Jehovah Witnesses and Mormon Theory. Which one should I get? Patrick recommends Jim Burnham’s book, “Beginning Apologetics Vol. 2” Christopher - What is the protestant argument for there being no purgatory? Loretta - I feel like I taste hand sanitizer when receiving the Eucharist because they put so much on their hands at Church. Is that okay? Pat - What is the Church’s teaching on abortion regarding the election?

Grace, a 16-year-old singer, is excited about a paying gig, but there’s a catch: she would be singing at a fund-raiser for a politician with non-Catholic views on essential issues. Grace asks Patrick if she should take the job or follow her conscience.

Great Stories About Great Saints! We are called to be Saints What is a plenary indulgence and how to receive one? (27:22) St. Dominic Savio (41:12) St. John Bosco

Great Stories About Great Saints! (03:40) St. Edmund Campion (40:00) St Francis de Sales

Jeff is a born-again Christian but was raised around Catholic and Lutheran traditions. He asks for Patrick’s perspective on having a personal relationship with Jesus.

Patrick answers listener questions about why Jesus chose the apostles as He did, if getting a tattoo is a sin, and if someone’s ex-husband dies are they now free to marry again without an annulment Patrick shares the Most Loved Tattoos Across the USA and UK Man wrongly convicted of Inglewood murder freed after 38 years Rafael (17:00) - Is getting a Tattoo a sin? Email – If my ex-husband dies, am I free to marry again? Nancy - Why did Jesus choose the people he chose to be apostles? Kristy –Who wrote the book “the Hidden Mana?”

Patrick answers listener questions about NFP, what happened to people who lived and died before Christ who were not baptized, and he comments on how the pandemic has changed some of our personalities Amber (00:33) – Is practicing NFP a sin? Amid the Pandemic, Progress in Catholic Schools - Enrollment and student achievement are rising, thanks in part to parents. Did the pandemic change your personality? Tom (22:40) - People are pushing gender ideologies in public schools instead of reading and writing. This seems like a reason why Catholic Schools are better. Robert - What happened to all the people before Christ who were not baptized? I think that when they are born they are born of the water, and then born of the spirit is when they except Christ into their lives. Chilling AI development means that robots can now talk to animals – and we might be able to next Robert - You helped me want to stay in the Church when I was thinking about leaving! What do you think about the Hans Urs von Balthasar theory about maybe no one is in hell?

Patrick answers listener questions about marijuana, does Crossfit lead to divorce, is celebrating Halloween and going trick-or-treating a sin, and is it a sin not to fast an hour before receiving Jesus It costs a family of four $1,100 to spend the day at Disneyland Americans to pay almost 75% more for a turkey this Thanksgiving San Diego ER seeing up to 37 marijuana cases a day, mostly due to psychosis Kathleen - A woman told me how sorry she was that she didn't baptize her kids. I gave her the formula for how do a conditional baptism. Was it okay for me to do that? Teresa (14:00) - Is Cross Fit Bad? Ruth - Is celebrating Halloween and going trick-or-treating bad? Nick - I have done Cross Fit for 10 months. The secret of it is encouragement. Colleen (35:03) - My sister met a person who had mystical/healing powers. How do I talk with her about the dangers of this? Ed - I took some marijuana gummies and it hit me really hard. I was embarrassed about it. Sam - A Person who I am counseling claims to be possessed. What should I do? Jeff (46:55) - Is it a sin to not fast an hour before receiving Jesus? I like to eat with my Daughter before she needs to go to school. Lucero - Is it wrong to cross one’s legs while at Mass or adoration?

Patrick answers listener questions about the role of Godparents, taking the bible literally, how can saints pray for us since they are dead, and if someone needs to denounce their previous faith before converting to Cath Does someone need to denounce their previous faith before becoming Catholic? Jeff - Do you have Book recommendations for formatting the stories of the Gospels in chronological order, and a Prayer Book on God's Divine Perfections that I can pray? Kimberly - Why are there Godparents and what is there role and when did the Church start having them and who can be one? Kristy - If Catholics take the bible literally, why did we stop taking the cup during COVID when Jesus told us to drink His blood? Al (24:54) - If saints are dead how can they pray for us? Elon Musk Completes $44 Billion Deal to Own Twitter Hobby Lobby founder David Green says he is giving away his company because he 'chose God' Patrick - Regarding the vaccine and embryonic stem cells: If we fail to object to embryonic stem cells and we take the vaccine, are we committing a sin?

Patrick answers listener questions about salvation for those with dementia, is suicide a direct ticket to hell, should Catholic oppose legalized marijuana, and can we ask Guardian Angels to pray for someone on their deathbed Sheila (01:42) - If someone has dementia at the end of their lives and they lose their reason, can they still be saved? Damon (10:51) - My children have been assigned to make a “Day of the Dead” alter to the dead in their Spanish class. Is this okay? John – I was raised in an Eastern Church and now attend the Latin Right Church. Which churches Holy Day obligations do I need to do? Rusty (28:31) - Is everyone who commits suicide destined for hell? (36:24) Why Catholics should oppose legalizing marijuana Mark - Can I ask my Guardian Angel to be with someone at their deathbed, if I can't pray at their bedside? Michael - If democrats take control of the senate, what does it mean if Biden “Codified Abortion?”

Patrick answers listener questions about the 5 philosophical proofs of God, if attended a Maronite Church fulfills our Sunday obligation, if having anxiety means I’m not a good Catholic, and if it’s okay to have a Buddha statue in my home Larry - What does the “proof of motion” mean relating to the five philosophical proofs of God? Ruben - Do Maronite Churches fulfill my Sunday obligation? Sarah (06:28) - I struggle with anxiety. Does this mean I am not a good Catholic? Conan - What is the Churches stance on evolution in regards to Adam and Eve? Stacy (28:02) - Is a baptism still valid if the Godparents are not Catholic? Why does the priest say “go to Church when you can” during baptism? Nancy (32:29) - Is it okay for a Catholic to have a Buddha statue in their house? Janice - My friend stopped going to Mass and wants to become a Buddhist, what should I do? Terra - I am starting the Divine Mercy Chaplet. How do we offer God Jesus' “Body, Blood, soul and Divinity?” Debbie - What does it mean “That the thoughts of many will be revealed” regarding the sword piercing Mary's heart.

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Patrick starts the show by talking about the struggles that priests face, including trust issues and burnout, and he offers suggestions on how we can help them Major Survey of Catholic Priests Finds Trust Issues, Burnout, Fear of False Allegations EFrank - Can someone be baptized who doesn't renounce their previous faith? Larry - My wife has a friend who is a Freemason. Could you explain why this is wrong? Patrick recommends “Why Catholics Cannot be Masons” “and “Masonry Unmasked” by John Salza Pat - If a spouse is found to be an unfit parent what should the other spouse do? Can the other forgo the marital act? Patrick recommends “Annulments and the Catholic Church” by Ed Peters

Patrick answers listener questions about free will and predestination, who really started the Catholic Church, and if it’s normal for to be charged to attend RCIA classes Joseph - How do I reconcile Judas’ pre-ordained decision to betray Jesus with that of his free will? Patrick recommends “Predestination” by Fr. Réginald Garrigou-Lagrange Ron - Did Alexander the Great start the Catholic Church? Biblical stories of military events in kingdoms of Israel, Judah really did happen, archaeologists show Melissa - My sister and brother are Lutheran: they baptized their children at home. Not sure if they did it right what should? GOP warns of ‘rainbow fentanyl’ as Halloween approaches Bill - What do you think of a parish charging for RCIA? Joe - How does dating and predestination work? How can we pray for our future spouses?

Patrick answers listener questions about who created God, if priests need to face the Alter, why we don’t have baptism before birth and why do we pray if God doesn’t change his mind Nixon 8-years-old - Since God created the world, who created God? Elaine (07:31) - I was in a bible class that said Adam and Eve were fables. Is that true? Michael (12:47) - Is it true that Vatican 2 never told the priest to face the Alter? Joseph – I’m a Flat Earth Catholic Elvira - Why is it okay to pray to dead people if it says we shouldn't pray to them in the bible? Tom - What is synodality? Tim - Why don't we have baptism before birth? Ellen – If God doesn’t change his mind, why do we pray? Marge - How does someone having a conscience play into them living a holy life?

Victoria, an aggressive Protestant listener, challenges Patrick with a gotcha question, asking why Catholics call priests “father” when Jesus said to “call no man father” (Matt. 23:9). As Patrick patiently and methodically gives her a biblical explanation, she grows increasingly frustrated by his kindness.

Patrick answers listener questions about SSPX, if God tests us, if there is only so much room in Heaven and if non-Catholic bibles are really bibles at all Libs of TikTok signed up on the lefts new social media platform and was banned in 20 minutes Leo - Is salvation only through the Catholic Church? If the bible is missing the Catholic books, it is really the bible? Patrick recommends “Grace & Justification: An Evangelical's Guide to Catholic Beliefs” by Steve Woods Mike (16:03) – Does God test us? Clint - What do you think about the Neocatechumenal way? Jeff - A friend joined SSPX. What information can give to him? Pat (36:16) – What do you think of the idea that “when the amount of souls that go to heaven reach the number of angels that fell, the world will end?” Estelita - What book can I recommend for someone who reads the Bible, but also smokes pot? Bianca - My brother has invalid sacraments. What should he do before he gets married in the Church? Donna - I just lost my husband. Any ideas for mission work or convents I can join?

Patrick shares the story of a Catholic Friar facing federal charges, and 16 years in prison, for blocking an abortion clinic Erica (11:16) - Which is better, receiving communion in the hand or the tongue? Is it sinful to receive in the hand? Email from John - Anyone who thinks Patrick T. Madrid has "blood on his hands" is delusional. Sherry - Can you explain salvation in the Church? Joseph - I support what you said about the priest who was chained to an abortion clinic. Stephanie – The priest who chained himself to the abortion doors was in the right.

Patrick answers listener questions about the earth being flat, is a marriage valid if they lie about being open to life, if it’s possible to sell your soul to the devil, and he gives his thoughts on if 12-year-olds should be dating Denise - My sister in law told me that the world is flat; she is Catholic. What should I do about this? Amy (09:05) - Is a Catholic Marriage valid if they lie about being open to life? Jason - I am in favor of Flat earth based on bible texts. John – Can someone sell their soul to the devil? Rachel (28:54) - How can someone live in a marriage with a narcissistic spouse? Patrick recommends https://marysadvocates.org/ for marital advice and help Evangeline - What should I tell my grandson who has a girlfriend at 12-years-old? Mary - My sister is generous with her time and money with my mom, but is living a sinful life. Will she inherit the promises in Sirach? James – Is there a revised version of the Confessions of St. Augustine that is easier to understand?

Samantha tells Patrick that her parents' behavior has turned her off from the Catholic Church. How can she honor her parents when it's a toxic relationship?

Patrick answers listener questions about mortal vs venial sins, is it okay to go to a haunted house, and who to interact with people who insist on using them/they pronouns "Voice biomarker" tech analyzes your voice for signs of depression Sex traffickers use zip ties to target women and identify them they are an easy target Ezra 8-years-old - Is cussing a mortal or venial sin? Jessica (14:17) - Is it okay for me to visit Haunted Houses for Halloween? Turkish Soccer Star Refuses Rainbow-Colored Armband Yolie – A RCIA teacher was saying that only the first three commandments are important. Is that okay? Patrick shares a story about the power of giving a crucifix to someone as a gift Joyce - Can a young person be baptized Catholic without going through the Catechism? Melissa - The Pronouns that are putting in their professional emails is really bad.

Patrick discourses on the absurd message of Dylan Mulvaney who is promoting his own attempt to “transition” into being a woman and even has an interview with the President who also endorses this madness. Patrick offers a vigorous refutation and strongly encourages parents to teach their children well to help them withstand this ideological tsunami Patrick shares audio of Tulsi Gabbard speaking out for women’s rights which have been hijacked by “woke” anti-women activists Dylan Mulvaney is a radically confused man who has become an TikTok influencer by video documenting his transition Rosanne - My daughter wants to transition. She is 20. How do I talk with her? Theresa - Transgender surgery on minors is now outlawed in the UK because of recent research

Patrick continues the transgender topic from the previous hour and answers listener questions about dream catchers, if someone who is divorced can take communion, and he addresses an email from a listener who says he has blood on his hands. Dawn – How can we convince these young people that they can’t change their sex by surgery? Matt - What happens to children who are stillborn? Are children saved in a similar way to people who weren't baptized before Christ? Bob - I convert the LGBTQ+ in this acronym - Love, Goodness, Beauty, Truth, Queen. Denise - I've been divorced for 40 years. I've confessed everything. Can I take communion? Sarah - Are dream catchers okay to use for people sleeping? Lynn - My daughter is on a sports team that has a Trans person on it now. What should I do about this? Raquel - Can you help me understand Carl Marx? My daughter came back from school believing in his philosophy. Patrick responds to an email claiming that he is sinful, shameful, and has blood on his hands Birgitta - Can I receive communion if I go to Daily Mass but miss the Gospel? Giovanni - I disagree with you about your advice with the sports team. I don't think we should “go along to get along”

Was the time Jesus got angry in the temple the only time He was angry?

Patrick answers listener questions about the Catholic stance on the death penalty, if we can believe in the Big Bang theory, and what happens to our Guardian Angel when we die. Hanna – Question about how to Glorify God Andrew - What if one candidate was pro-life but the other was pro-death penalty Denise - Is there a gospel of Judas and a Gospel of Mary? Angela - I agree with having the death penalty. If a man brutally kills, they should have a severe punishment that makes him afraid. Patrick recommends “By Man Shall His Blood Be Shed: A Catholic Defense of Capital Punishment” by Edward Feser and Joseph Bessette Aaron - How can we believe that both the big bang theory, evolution and the literal reading of the 7-Day Creation? Cyrus gives his review of Top Gun Maverick – it’s basically Star Wars (39:06) Rod (43:13) - What happens to our Guardian Angels when we die? Julie - The priest who baptized my son was having an affair with someone at the time. Was my son's baptism valid?

Patrick clarifies the requirements and responsibilities of being a Godparent, and he talks with a college student who asked, "Why is the Catholic Church different from other denominations?" Patrick shares his experience being in an earthquake Rats with backpacks could help rescue earthquake survivors Edward (05:06) - Can I be a Godparent of someone who is not a practicing Catholic? Daniel - How can I talk with Mormon missionaries who come to my door in a way that may convert them? Dawn - My husband, who is a Godparent, is not baptized. If he does decide to get baptize, will he be valid Godparent? Mercedes (25:22) - Why is the Catholic Church different from other denominations? Betty - A friend of mine doesn't go to Mass often, but when she does go she receives communion. What should I do? Michelle - Could you explain who invented Textus Receptus and why?

Patrick talks with Joe, who is a Jewish Rabbi, about salvation through Christ alone. Joe asks, “What if a person rejects the teaching, without necessarily rejecting Jesus?” Bill - I am a new convert to Catholicism. My wife and I have been married and divorced twice each. I know we can’t take communion and this is hurting my wife. Patrick recommends “Annulments in the Catholic Church” by Ed Peters David - I think that marijuana should be legal for adults. It’s not dangerous Mary Ellen - What if a divorced or remarried spouse passes away, would I still need an annulment? Joe (21:30) – I’m a Jewish Rabbi and have a question about salvation through Jesus only. What if a person rejects the teaching, not necessarily rejecting Jesus? Patrick recommends “Salvation Is from the Jews: The Role of Judaism in Salvation History from Abraham to the Second Coming” by Roy H. Schoeman Mary - How can I deal with a friend who is so proud to not believe in God? Bob – Who does the Holy Spirit go with when a church splits? The Holy Spirit isn’t a lap dog. Lena – Is it okay for my husband and I to go to different Catholic churches? Deanna - What does 'Love your Neighbor' mean in the case of Covid?

Encore Presentation (from July 8th) Can Catholics carry concealed weapons? Elva - As a Catholic, can I carry a concealed weapon? Bruce - Can you explain more the connection of Demonology and mass shootings? Patrick recommends “The Devil in the City of Angels: My Encounters with the Diabolical” by Jesse Romero Jesse - My daughter has been with a man for 6 years and moved in together for a year. The boyfriend is wanting to propose to her but they don't go to church. How can I talk to them about needing to get married in the church? Maria - What is the proper way to do the first 5 Saturday devotions? Elizabeth - My son is getting married. The parish is asking for 1,000 dollars to get married in the church, so they are going to get married outside the church. What should we do? Alex - How can I become a catechist for First communion? What happened to the Demons after they killed the swine that Jesus sent them in? Patrick answers an email about going to confession and not being able to have the time to confess all her sins Joseph - Is the Catholic Church against artificial insemination of farm animals? Darmen - At the last supper, weren't the Apostles wondering why there wasn't a lamb? Patrick recommends “The Lamb’s Supper” by Scott Hahn

Encore Presentation (from July 11) Is it a sin of murder to remove life support? Ken - You mentioned that a priest should wear a stole during confession. Is a confession valid if they do not? What are the Valid forms of matter for the sacraments? Mike - My sister is fallen away Catholic. Is there an Audio Book you could recommend for her to listen to? She cites Luke 9: 49-50 this as a source that Jesus didn't care what type of Christian you were. How do I respond? Grace – Is there something called a “Dry Mass?” Mark - Can someone go to mass twice a day on a regular basis to receive Jesus twice? Patrick - I am struggling with sin and have been trying to go to confession weekly. Last week I felt really distant but after confession I felt like it pulled me back. Roger - I have only made one confession in my 40 years of being a Catholic. Should I set up a time to have confession with a priest or just go at the normal time and stand in line? Teresa - Is there a limit to how many people can be announced for the mass intentions? Anna - Are spouses living in sin if their marriage should be annuled? Dan - How should I read the Bible?

Encore Presentation (from July 13th, 2022) Patrick starts the hour off by reading an email about how a listener accidently found Relevant Radio and it’s changed his life and he’s a Catholic now Thomas - If someone was going to confession to remove mortal sin but died before he got there would the grace that he wanted from confession apply to him? In the same way, if parents want to baptize their child but have a miscarriage would the child receive graces that he would have gotten if he was baptized? What happens to the souls of miscarried child? Patrick, responding to an email asking if Catholics can be Free Masons, recommends the books “Why Catholics Can Not Be Masons” and “Masonry Unmasked” both by John Salza Diane - Today is the anniversary of the revelation of the vision of hell from Our Lady of Guadalupe. I want to make sure people know about it. Melissa - What should I do with my son who got married to a woman without including his family? He doesn't want to talk with me about it. Victor - Are there examples of people who refuse to contribute to society in the bible, and how are we supposed to love these people? What is the cause of homelessness? It's not drugs or mental illness, researchers say

David asks Patrick about other life forms such as aliens and wonders if they would need a Savior.

Patrick answers listener questions about if it’s okay to encourage nonbelievers to pray, was Eve a sinner, is missing Mass on Sunday really a sin and what exactly is “good guilt?” Roberto – Was Eve a sinner? Robert – Should I encourage nonbelievers to pray? Yollie - Is it okay to tell RCIA students that missing Mass is a mortal sin? Weed Is Coming to Circle K Gas Stations in US Next Year Aaron - They are selling marijuana at a health foods store Benny - What is good guilt and Godly remorse? Anne - Marijuana has caused nothing but problems here in Canada. Eric - I got an average score 77 percent on the InQUIZition. Is that good or bad? Luz - How Can I talk with Jehovah Witnesses when they knock on our door? A Jehovah Witness, who is Filipino like me, came and I don't know if I should keep communications open with her.

Patrick answers listener questions about animal sacrifices in the Old Testament, how to strategize who gets what in a will, and he comments on the false appeal and real dangers of attending a Mega Church Steve - What are your thoughts on Catholic strategies for handling who gets what in my will? Patrick recommends the book “Finish Faithful” Kate - Our Parish priest has two Churches. Do I need to pick one or the other church to be a parishioner at? Why is not going to Mass on Sunday a mortal sin? Sheryl – Emails that Patrick gave bad advice. Mark - Question about offering the sacrifice during Mass: is it similar to the animal sacrifice from the old testament? Patrick recommends the book, “The Lambs Supper” Trip - I came from the mega churches that you talk about. I am a new convert and in RCIA! Kate - Any resources for what is happening in the Mass for my son's fiancé who is not Catholic? Patrick recommends “Surprised by Truth”

Patrick starts the hour with disturbing news from the Vatican: Pro-abortion member of Pontifical Academy for Life contributes to ‘dialogue’ Marya - What is the churches teaching on children who die in the womb? Sue - Please explain the Spanish inquisition in relation to the Holocaust? Did it grow out of intolerance and racism? Mark - If a widow wants to remarry, does the husband need to ask for her hand in marriage? Leo - I would like to talk more about Finding Salvation only through the Catholic Church. Teresa - In Catholic schools they are doing social emotional learning, and are taking that time out of religious studies. What are your thoughts on this? Fred - I am a director of a Pregnancy Center in Brooklyn. I would disagree with you about the pill. I think it could also be used for abortion purposes.

A caller who suffers from bad anxiety asks Patrick what the Catholic teaching is on the matter. He also mentions that it helps him to pray.

Patrick starts the show by responding to an anonymous listener who prays regularly with the Relevant Radio app. Her husband has become annoyed with hearing her pray so often. She asks Patrick if she should pray silently to “keep the peace” Jose - My mom is always praying and I am annoyed by her. What should I do? Joe – In Matthew 25, are the Sheep in this parable non-Catholic Christians? Soda pop, chips, hot dogs, etc. – they can take years off your life. Nuts can add to it. Sharon - My daughter who was baptized Catholic wants to be re-baptized in a different church. What should I do? Greg - How can you turn a relation based on fear with God to one of love and trust? Pam - I loved your advice for Greg. The devil reminds me of my sin but I try to lay my sins at the feet of Jesus and his mercy Maria - I struggle with guilt myself. I remember that no sin is too big for God to forgive.

Patrick shares the report that marijuana use is becoming a new normal among young adults and warns of the dangers of this gateway drug Dan - I love your show. Would listening to your show be a form of prayer? Rod - Mark 9 and Luke 9: How can Catholics say that Non-Catholics aren't saved based on Jesus saying “He who is for me is not against me.” Andre - How would I clarify the Sacrificial nature of the Mass being repeated, referenced in the Catechism to a protestant? Rolando - Is it okay to say the rosary at the grave of a loved one? Nathaniel - Is smoking Marijuana a grave sin? Grace 7-years-old - Why did God let Adam and Eve sin? Steve – If I don’t tell others about the Catholic church, am I sinning? Normand - I was Catholic growing up, but I didn't know Christ till I was an adult. I felt saved outside of being a Catholic.

Patrick continues his conversation with Normand from the end of the last hour. Normand doesn’t believe we need the Catholic faith to be saved. Diane - My non-Catholic husband wants to know why he can’t be saved by simply being a good person? George - How should I understand 2 Cor 3:6? Were there any priests before the Levitical priest hood? Dana - Even as a cradle Catholic, I asked God how can Jesus be present in the Eucharist. Louise - My son who is not practicing Catholic says that if God has rules that means His love is NOT unconditional. How do I respond to this? Michael - Are there actually angels surrounding Jesus in the Eucharist at Mass and Adoration? Emily - My annulment was denied because of my ex-husband. What should I do now? Rhonda - Why does John call himself the beloved disciple?

Patrick covers some interesting news from Sky News, tackles the question of bodily resurrection and how Marriage fits in with that and gives guidance for what it means to be a man. Scientists discover gene that drives growth of colon cancer | Sky News Prepare for blackouts on cold weekday evenings, National Grid chief warns | Sky News Helen - How does bodily resurrection work? Nike founder Phil Knight donates millions to Democrat's rivals in Oregon governor's race Frank - Talking to Protestant about the word priest and where we get it from Aaron - How does a young man know he is a man and ready for marriage? Patrick replies to an email from Emma regarding the sacrament of marriage Anna - Just want to say I really like the program and we think alike, thanks for all you do Patrick reads an email from Brian about the Pieta Book