The Patrick Madrid Show

Dan - Thank you for this ministry. I am thinking about becoming Catholic from what I have learned on Relevant Radio. Edward – Is it morally acceptable for Catholics to allow an unmarried couple to live in their house? Patrick debates Fr. Mike Schmitz about same sex marriage

Fred – What is the difference between perfect and imperfect contrition? Yvonne - Comment on the girl who left her baby in the trash can. I think this is linked to postpartum depression. John - Thank you for encouraging parents to take kids out of public school. We are getting our son back. Yvette - Do you have any resources you can recommend for people who suffer from sever anxiety? Patrick gives the real history of Tarot Cards and their satanic deception Sam - Testimony about the power of the rosary. My daughter was reading tarot cards. We prayed the rosary for over a month and now she goes to daily Mass. Connie – I am reading 2 Corinthian 5:16 What does Paul mean when he says that 'From now on we regard no one according to the flesh?' Italy bans unvaccinated from public transit, hotels, dining B.C. family being evicted from Ronald McDonald House due to vaccine status

Special Guest Host Fr. Matthew Spencer The importance of not looking the other way when we see evil How often should I go to confession? Catherine - What's a really good examination of conscience? Marilyn - I've heard Adam had a wife Lillith, who is she? Frank - I'm unable to get to confession, because I have a lot of medical problems. Should I simply ask God for forgiveness? Jill – I prayed and did not get the desire of my heart. How are we not God’s puppets?

Special Guest Host Fr. Matthew Spencer Charmaine - Progress from a prayer Father Spencer prayed for me. When Father Spencer visited AZ, he prayed a prayer for someone in a detention center, and it made a very positive impact on her life. Two non-terminally ill Colombians euthanized Andrea - The Relevant Radio confession helper on the app helped me immensely Anne - Used to be catholic, switched to Episcopalian church. Is this a mortal sin? Judy - Does God allow deceased family members to show signs from the afterlife? Charlotte – Why is it a mortal sin to leave the church, and how can I explain it to my relatives? Becky – Does the Episcopal Church have a different moral framework than the Catholic Church? Carolyn - Wants to ask about 'accidental Glory' in reference to the Souls in Purgatory.

Special Guest Host Fr. Matthew Spencer Nancy – My sister is gay, and is getting married. Is it appropriate for me to go? Pat - There are places for people to drop off babies, like fire stations, police stations and baby 'drop boxes' Jennifer – I had two stillborn babies. Are they considered saints in Heaven? Vince – Shouldn’t people be encouraged to not use a cell phone in the confessional? Mary - Hypothetical confession: How can someone go about returning to Christ who has a hardened heart and has been away for so long? Mary - Why would non-Catholics recite the Apostles creed? Julie - If you were outside and heard a confession, are you are still bound by the seal of confession? Judy - God knows what is best for us and we have to learn to trust in Him. Dennis – Question about the “Glory Be” prayer - Are we saying there was a time when God began? Robin - Teams of Our Lady is recognized by the Church Mary - What is the Catholic teaching on those who died before Christ opened heaven?

Baby found abandoned in Alaska with heartbreaking note from mother A Soldier Sent a Letter to His Mom in 1945. It Was Just Delivered Nicholas – Friend is having trouble with the faith, He is a Catholic, sacramentally, but I don’t know how to help him. My advice has no impact whatsoever. He doesn’t believe the bible is relevant. He’s having trouble with theological questions. Is there something I could recommend? Patrick recommends focusing on Christ and the book, “The Handbook for Apologetics” Sandra – I’m looking for a book for my 24-year-old son who is looking for spiritual guidance Tina – I’ve been a pagan my whole life. Something led me to the Catholic church, and someone told me the Holy Spirit placed me in the Catholic Church so I could convert. Patrick recommends his book, “Now What” Bill – I’m an RCIA teacher and have a question about Baptism. One of the catechumens said, someone who led an evil life and then was baptized, he would go straight to heaven without suffering in purgatory. How is that fair in God’s eyes?

Patrick explains what experiencing a Beatitude is like and that in Heaven we will experience true bliss by being in the presence of God Terri – Is it okay for women to be readers at mass? Kurt – What is the difference between different translations of Sirach 24. Douary-Reims. and NAB have different translations. Also, can the word predestinate be used as a noun? Potato Shortage Leads To Global Shortage Of French Fries, Potato Chips Cows stuck indoors for winter are getting virtual reality goggles to feel like they’re outside Matt Walsh Suspended From Twitter Over Transgender Tweets. Here’s What Twitter Has Censored. Lia Thomas defeated by fellow transgender swimmer Iszac Henig Herman – When we say Our Father in Spanish, we say, “do not let us fall into temptation.” What is the difference in this phrase in English and other languages? David – What is a good argument for Mary’s perpetual virginity for Protestants? Joe – If a priest is teaching against Catholic teaching, what is the process for reprimanding him? Ann – Follow up – In the Latin Rite women are not allowed in the Sanctuary, which might be the reason Terrie’s friend was discouraging her from being a lecture.

Canada bans conversion therapy Steven – What is the best approved translation of the bible? CDC Director Sheepishly Admits Justice Sotomayor Issued COVID Misinformation On Hospitalized Kids Taliban orders shop owners in Afghanistan to behead all mannequins Charmaine – From Sunday’s gospel translation from- ‘With whom I am pleased’ -to- ‘in you I am well pleased’. Is God talking to others or Jesus? Mary Ellen – Isaiah 10:27 translation is missing some words in New American compared to Douary-Reims.

Taco Bell selling $10-a-month taco subscription service The USDA’s new labeling for genetically modified foods goes into effect Sam – Can a demon be in more than one human at a time? Patrick talks about advances in technology and medicine and marvels at the luxuries we have now compared to years’ past Joseph – What is your take of older generations of priests who watering down the faith or aren’t teaching it accurately? William – My 11-year-old Daughter is supposed to get a medical treatment and me and my wife are unsure what to do. Can you give me advice? Monks bow out of Illinois Catholic school after controversy over coach in same-sex union Tammy – Follow up on priest’s formation – now they being formed and trained amazingly – great hope for the future

Patrick shares a story about a girl’s high school basketball team that won 92-4 and the school suspended the coach for his lack of mercy. Patrick fields calls from listeners who disagree with him, arguing that it’s not whether you win or lose, it’s how you play the game. A lively discussion ensues. Law change sees pets in Spain considered sentient beings, with welfare taken into account should a couple separate School Won 92-4 in Basketball. Then the Coach Was Suspended. Tony – How often can or should Apostolic Pardons be given out? Dennis – I’m a former basketball coach. I disagree that basketball coaches are not taught to win but to teach about life. Carlos – Running up the score is not cool Susan – Does God use all of our senses to get to know Him? What are good works? Mary – Always taught my girls that you go into a game like you are going to win and to put forth your very best

Patrick continues the conversation about the high school girls team that ran up the score Frank – We had a mercy rule at my school and because of that we ended up losing more games and it prohibited us from winning Art – Couldn’t go to mass on Sunday and ended up watching it on tv. Does this fulfill my Sunday obligation? John – Comment: reference to Jordan Peterson, study where even dominant animals will be playing with other animals and they will let the other animal win because if not, the other won’t want to play anymore. Claire – I have been on the losing side many times as a young player. I never thought they were taunting me, I just thought we were not very good. Francis – I’m a Parent of a Sacred Heart alum, and agrees with Patrick. The school they played had lost every game that season. Theresa – Understands competition but understands that when you’re up by that much you stop full court pressing because by that point you realize that the other team is not up to your caliber.

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Patrick opens the show with a lookback at how he responded immediately after last year’s attack on the Capital. He makes a heartfelt appeal for calm and open mindedness, and acknowledges that tensions are high and Americans are polarized, antagonized, and mutually suspicious, and he urges people to turn to God in prayer as a solution to our national crisis. Gabriella – I was there on January 6th and the media is very biased about what really happened and who was there. Novella – Do you think it’s possible to compare the Summer of 2020 riots to January 6th? Jacob – Getting married in November. How can I remain pure with my fiancé and grow in holiness until we are married?

Average American worries about finances many times each day More than 4.5 million people in the U.S. quit their jobs in November Brendan – Can I receive Communion today? Corporal Works of Mercy was my confession penance and I am not sure I fulfilled it yet. Scientists train goldfish to drive a vehicle around a room — and steer towards fishy treats Adrianna – I lost my job unwillingly and so many others have too Adriana – My husband wants a divorce. How can I get through this and keep my faith? Patrick recommends ‘How Far Will The Big Tech Oligarchy Go?’: Facebook Permanently Disables New Conservative Children Books Publisher’s Ads Account Stephanie – How to explain Heaven to small children? Maria – Can I go to a mom’s group at school – they invited a tarot card reader for fun and I feel uncomfortable

Students for Life Releases Report Featuring Catholic Schools With Ties to Planned Parenthood Alley – What is the Catholic take on the rapture? Valentina – First Friday Devotion – if you are sick do you just bump it to the next Friday Rhonda – Why are the four gospels not directly from apostles who walked and talked with Jesus? Edith – Sister is interested in learning how to “talk to the dead”. How can I deal with this and talk her out of it? Trisha – Question about Latin mass – why are there black hats and why do the priest kiss hands? Luis – Book of Maccabees is confusing me – why are they talking about the book of Daniel Sonya – How do I explain free will to my protestant friend? Tina – I was a Pagan but I think God is leading me to Catholic Church, but I don’t feel loved by God.

Poland has just adopted new pro-family policies meant to increase birth rates. Nirvana lawsuit over ‘Nevermind’ baby cover tossed by judge Keanu Reeves donated 70% of his ‘Matrix’ salary Mark – During Mass people tend to bow to the table instead of genuflecting at the tabernacle. What do you think about this? Diana – I knew a man who hadn’t been to communion in a while so when he was at a funeral instead of consuming the host at communion, he put it in a hymnal and got mad at me for correcting him. What do you think about this? Albert – I go to the University parish and the students are very reverent. Ben – The USCCB movie reviews said the John Wick movie was morally offensive. Can you elaborate? Anne-Marie – Gary Sinise is a convert to the Catholic Faith. He surprised his family at the Easter vigil by converting. He had been going through RCIA without them knowing it.

Cancer-stricken mom gets Times Square billboard to help daughter find a man Comedian Patton Oswalt Apologizes For Posting Picture With Dave Chappelle Amy – Comment regarding first hour caller Mark. She points to an article titled, “Kneeling at the gates of paradise” by Anthony Esolen Mark – I know nothing about the rosary but it is a powerful memory for my older mother who is battling dementia ‘An invisible addiction.’ Amid pandemic, a rise in gambling addiction emerges Patrick shares the story of when he bought a lottery ticket and was tempted to keep on buying them Irene – How can we get people who only go to Mass on Christmas and Easter to come back to Church? Patrick – If a consecrated host falls on the ground at Communion, what should be done? Christina – Protestant friend said Baptism is only when child is completely emerged under water. How can I respond? Ralph – I see a lack of reverence for the Eucharist and this is what my pastor did to try to counteract this.

Stress May Be Your Heart’s Worst Enemy: Psychological stress activates the fear center in the brain, setting into motion a cascade of reactions that can lead to heart attacks and strokes. Woman wakes up from COVID-19 coma on last day on life support Tips for spotting melanoma and other skin cancers. Claudia – Asks for advice on how she can restore her marriage. Her husband wants to separate. Lisa – If my husband was civilly married before and then divorced, were we supposed to get an annulment for that? MJ – Is there a certain preferred hand gesture for our hands during the Our Father at mass? Patrick responds to a tweeter post from someone who is skeptical about the “historicity of Jesus’ resurrection” Paula – I opted my kid out of sex-ed – what resources can I use to teach him about this? George – Wants to know why we do not say please or thank you in the Memorare prayer? Denise – Annulment question – My husband married before and priest never brought up the need for an annulment. What should I do?

Our Lady of Hope: Amid 1,000 Colorado Houses Destroyed by Fire, Virgin Mary Statue Stands Unscathed. Philip – The doctor told my wife that she shouldn’t get pregnant because of health issues. I get a vasectomy, or do I have to be celibate? what are my options? Leslie – What is a loving response to my niece and her parents as she recently has come out as transgender. John – Are you judged different at the end of your life if you leave the Church? China’s AI attorney prosecutes crimes ‘with 97% accuracy Dawn – My son with mental illness has a gambling issue. How can I help him?

Are Apple AirTags Being Used to Track People and Steal Cars? Marilyn – In the history of the mass, when did we start offering the sign of peace? Lisa – I need advice please – my daughter is pregnant and not married and wants to get married eventually after the aby is born- how can i guide her to marriage before baby? Patrick – I read an ABC news article that Christ wasn’t crucified on a cross. What is your take on that? Judge blocks Pentagon from punishing unvaccinated Navy SEALs. Kathy – I was that daughter who got pregnant before marriage. We have been married a long time and have kids and grandkids. We needed that support from our parents! Lauren – Sister becoming evangelical and thinks we should raise people from the dead. What should I make of this?

Bill – Have you heard of the microwave background noise radiation being leftover noise from the big bang? Michael – My friend passed away around Christmas and it rattled my faith. Can you give me some advice? Eric – In your Life lessons book there is a chapter about your mother. I really enjoyed this book Brendan – How do I talk about Evangelizing, and especially how to talk with non-believers about the culture of same sex attraction, etc. How Accurate Are At-Home Covid-19 Tests? Here’s a Quick Guide. James Lucien Freed After 27 Years in Prison on Wrongful Conviction Tied to Police Cover-up. While Biden’s Numbers Tank, ‘Let’s Go Brandon’ Chain Of Stores Expands To 10. Media Outlet Asks for Abortion Stories, Gets Tons of Pro-Life Responses. David – What’s the difference between the anointing of the sick, the apostolic pardon, and last rites? What’s the Ark of the Covenant? Dave – I have a daughter that’s 29 years old, single, and is in a career that has a high burnout rate and wants to change careers. What is your advice? Nick – Can we pray thru the intercession of Old Testament prophets and Moses? Maggie – I was in the hospital back in 1998 and the situation was dire, but trusted God and the physician’s wrote ‘Divine Intervention’ on paperwork because she refused going on machines. I walked out of the hospital 5 days later. Emmanuel – Comment on Protestants belief on Rapture. Also would like to talk to Patrick about the transfiguration of God’s people during the ‘last trumpet. ‘ (last wake up call) Jan – Has been living with a man for a long time, in a romantic relationship. No sexual relations, but share house. Is that permitted in Catholic Church?

Man begs for positive COVID test to avoid visiting relatives. Man fatally hits head jumping NYC subway turnstile. Audio: Biden shutting down the virus. British Newspaper Cancels ‘Person Of The Year’ Poll After J.K. Rowling Runs Away With Top Spot. TikTok Was Most Visited Site In 2021 TikTok Videos About Transgenderism Boast 26 Billion Views. Eric – In the book, Jesus Peter and the Keys book, Jesus prays for Peter. Is the Pope the only one who gets this kind of prayer from Jesus? Mercedes – My friend opened a yoga studio and wants me to join. What can or should I do? What resources can I give my non-believing friend? Joseph – When the Holy Spirit descended in the upper room, did Mary already have grace from the Holy Spirit? Joseph – How does the synod process work?

If you find yourself stuck at an airport with a canceled or delayed flight, here’s what you should know. Joy – You changed my husband’s life and helped him get through his illness up to death. Thanks! What’s Wrong with Atheism? Stephen C. Meyer, professor of Philosophy at the Discovery Institute explains. Bob – I am divorced. Can I receive communion? Pandemic migration spurs Maine’s biggest population growth in 2 decades. America’s first IVF baby, Elizabeth Carr, turns 40. Patrick reiterates the teaching of the Catholic Church against this procedure. Alexis – Is the Holy Family National Catholic Church legitimate?

Ice Cube Says Chris Tucker Turned Down $10 to $12 Million for ‘Friday’ Sequel Due To Religious Beliefs. Matt – How do I answer the Protestant question? Michelle – Did Mary experience pain when giving birth to Christ? Men across America are getting vasectomies ‘as an act of love.’ USA Swimming Official Quits In Protest Of Lia Thomas: ‘Everything Fair About Swimming Is Being Destroyed.’ Amy Schneider Wins the Most Consecutive ‘Jeopardy!’ Games of Any Female Contestant. Fact Check – Image purporting to show New York Times opinion piece calling for teachers to ‘tolerate bullying towards unvaccinated children’ is digitally altered. Can we get more parents like this? Parent has a fiery response to a school board over censorship? Jeanne – What’s the difference between the Pope saying Joe Biden can receive Communion but a divorced person can’t? Parker – Why do atheists believe what they believe?

Maria – Listening to Relevant Radio and getting good Catholic friends turned me away from drugs Patrick explains how virtue takes practice, and at first it’s hard, but like persistent practice with a musical instrument, over time it gets easier Beverly – I had a past with drugs and it seems to me that the woman who called earlier is mistaken. If you open your mind using drugs, it can open you up to the demonic. Sheila – I survived cancer because of cannabis and don’t use it anymore that I am free of cancer. Ignacio – I was a police man for 35 years and all the addicts I met told me it all started with smoking marijuana. NBC Is ‘Standing By’ For A Reboot Of ‘The Office’ McDonald’s runs out of milkshakes amid ‘supply chain issues’ Multiple Chick-fil-A locations close their dining rooms due to worker shortage Sue – I have been doing research on the use of marijuana. Big Pharma has gotten involved and also marijuana use can lead to psychosis and other medical problems. Franz – I agree with Patrick: The benefits of marijuana are just no excuse to smoke it Bruce – Small Business owner – There should be more workers available since businesses have closed. Once Government stops offering assistance, the workers will be back. Lynn – Do you know of any faith based rehab facilities for addiction? Patrick recommends https://www.hopereborn.org/ Charles – Need explanation for bible verses. John 19:11 ‘The greater sin.’ Luke 5:23 – Which is easier, to heal or forgive sins?’

Washington State Jail Offers Inmates Ramen Noodles to Get Vaccine Carolyn – Marijuana led me to crystal meth and alcohol. I was so low but got down on my knees and prayed and He gave me the strength to get over my addiction. Michael – Automation will replace people. When people finally want to go back to work, they won’t have jobs Therese – If we believe that Jesus is fully present in bread and wine then who do we receive both instead of just one? Dan – How can the Church say they are for the indissolubility of marriage when there is a %100 annulment success rate Jose – I think the increase in automation will lead to a universal income Australian Insanity: New South Wales Requires Registration for Someone to Have a Visitor Over Maria – Do you have advice for someone who wants to start reading the bible and how to better understand it. Where do I start? Also, what book of the Bible is the most important to Patrick? Margaret – To what extent do we need to keep holy the Lord’s Day? Paul – Did you teach a course on apologetics in San Diego?

60% of young adults say Jesus isn’t the only way to salvation. Patrick has some thoughts about this. Positive story of a young boy learning that there are good people in the world Andrea – We are male or female as God created. The confusion of this generation is all in their heads. Manuel – How medically different male and female are. Even in archaeology they can tell by the shape of unearthed bones, whether the bones are from a man or a woman. Paul – I just read an article from Abigail Shrier: She likens gender dysphoria to anorexia…Statistics show more female than male.

Patrick comments on if we should eat meat on Fridays. Bank robbery foiled when teller can’t read stickup note Cheating in college rises during the pandemic Victor – When you die, do you immediately go to heaven or are the dead waiting for the judgement and Resurrection. Also follow up question about Martin Luther. Tom – Scripture referring to God handing people over to a reprobate mind. Is it even worth praying for these people? Mercedes – Is the rule for nor meat on Friday in the Catechism of the Catholic Church? Janel – When pain and suffering are over, is it too late to offer it up? Mike – What advice to you have to keep kids good and paying attention in Mass?

Continuing from hour 1, Patrick shares his experience raising his children and bringing them to Mass Kim – I have a 22-year-old son who has strayed away from the faith. He says that he doesn’t get anything out of Mass. What are some good resources to help me and give him to help? Barbara – Regarding the topic on the google home device…it saved my life! My husband was working from home when I had a stroke. I was able to communicate with him through this and he got to my side quickly. By that time, I couldn’t speak or move and probably would have died if my husband hadn’t known to come so quickly Bob – My 16-year-old wants to receive Communion on the tongue but they won’t allow it at my parish. We have been members of the parish for a long time and don’t want to leave. What should we do? Al – Am I sinning if I doze off or think about other things while I pray the rosary? Supreme Court won’t block Indiana University vaccine mandate as Justice Barrett rejects student plea Mary – My grandparents had an arranged marriage. It was miserable for both spouses. Was this valid? Paula – I’m a new Catholic: There’s a lot of talk about Revelation. I have ‘Coming Soon’ by Michael Barber. Is this a book you recommend?

Frances – My priest has made a change and does not distribute communion but purifies the vessels instead. The Eucharistic Minister gives communion but I am upset because I can’t receive a blessing from them. What should I do? Patrick – When we die, do we go to heaven right away? Don – Have you heard that the CDC is saying Pregnant persons instead of pregnant women? Stephen – If I have to choose between following my conscience and losing my job over the vaccine, what should I do? Denise – Regarding a previous caller, I like the sriptural rosary. It helps me concentrate and not fall asleep. Polly – Question about a book on Purgatory. Robert – MT 12:31-32 Question about the Son on man. Jennifer – I need a resource to prove the authenticity of the New Testament.

Steve – Who takes responsibility for sin? Carmen – Is it ok to wear my rosary? Jessica – Can the souls in Purgatory speak to us here on earth? Chris – Question regarding the transgender call from Eliza. Would you feel the same way Patrick if it was your daughter? Bruce – How aggressive should Christians be against unchristian presentations? Mel – Son got married in a Lutheran Church but is coming back to Mass. Can he take the sacraments? Mark – Are documents from the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith Magisterial? Ernesto – Question about Genesis 6:3 and psalm 90:10 and limitation to years lived. Louise – What is your opinion of the Cristeros movement?

North Face gets caught virtue signaling and the CEO of an energy company calls them out on it Fully vaccinated Californians can shed face masks in most settings starting June 15 Sam – When Jesus says you will go to hell for calling someone a fool, is he speaking literally? Mike – Natural Gas and the raw materials in clothing Eliza – The oil industry and its effect on God’s beautiful creation Eliza – My child transitioned and is happy now. An engaging conversation ensues. Judge reinstates teacher who said he would not call transgender students by preferred pronouns Eric – Question about the teacher speaking out

Survivor Of Mao’s China Stuns School Board With Chilling Warning About Critical Race Theory Janie – Priest told my husband that he was going to hell if he didn’t have his vasectomy reversed. Is this true? Jim –I’m a Democrat and I don’t like that Patrick refers to me as a Marxist. John – Is afraid that wokeism has entered Church – too many priests are woke Julie – homeschooling is a good option in this time Jim – most intelligent people are being left out of school systems’ decision Juan – what would Patrick say to those who say US should implement Dem Socialist policies in Northern Europe

Have you noticed how “News” has changed? More than half of Twitter user get news on the site regularly Fewer than one-in-ten Americans say they regularly get news from Reddit (7%), TikTok (6%), LinkedIn (4%), Snapchat (4%), WhatsApp (3%) and Twitch (1%) Patrick shares a vivid dream that came true TikTok Under Fire For ‘Devious Licks’ Viral Challenge That Inspires Students To Steal And Vandalize At Schools Patrick comments on Deep Fakes and the importance of paying attention to what your children view on their phones Patrick correlates the rise of mass media with the decline in the belief in God

Judge moves to evict a man who hasn’t paid mortgage in 23 years. Patrick discusses “Justice”. Due to popular demand, Patrick reads Nasty Grams! Patrick reads some thankful letters

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Bensalem police warn parents to be on alert during Halloween; possible THC candies Mark – How do I find the right track to get back to God? Unvaccinated NBA players sidelined by vaccine mandates will lose pay Nicole – Adoration at parish without priest. Was that okay? Jake – Regarding the pocket guide for apologetics and Jehovah Witnesses. Trying to connect the dots between eating meat and blood transfusions. YouTube is banning prominent anti-vaccine activists and blocking all anti-vaccine content Sydney’s unvaccinated warned of social isolation when COVID-19 lockdown ends

Allison – Regarding the trend of girls taking pictures of themselves with their tongues out. How do I explain the dangers of this to my teenage daughter? Rod – Why was the tax collector so looked down on in the Bible? Joyce – I am homebound and unable to receive the sacraments very often. A priest discouraged me from moving to a Catholic facility that would help. He told me to offer it up. What should I do? Anita – Why would the priest not say ‘one God’? Kelly – When you don’t see virtue in a person you work closely with, how do you communicate? Jenny – Pope Gregory was supposed to be Pope and wasn’t? This doesn’t sound right. Can you explain?

Michigan lottery winner drowns with ticket still in wallet Rose – Is it true that if someone is cremated before their funeral, they can’t have a Catholic Mass? Teresa – Should I take my kids out of Catholic School due to COVID restrictions? Americans check their smartphones 96 times a day, survey says Illinois man who awoke to find a bat on his neck dies of rabies Janice – I love Relevant Radio and have you on speed dial. I love Patrick Madrid. Rhonda – When I get to Heaven, will I get to hug Jesus? Kip – The opposite of love is selfishness Rhonda – Romans 16:11 I need an explanation of this. ‘Greet my kinsmen Herodion.

Patrick talks about St. Teresa of Avila and her conversion and reform of the convent, discussing the importance of making solid resolutions in the New Year. Mark – Do you get one last shot before death to convert to Jesus? Kip – Barabbas translated means son of the father? Is there something we should take from that? Teresa – Is it okay to call my niece by her transgender name? Jerry – Mary needed the Immaculate Conception or else she could not have given birth to Jesus.

James – Are the vestments the Pope wears from pagan roots? Esther – Why are babies baptized with the Trinitarian formula instead of just in Jesus’ name? Lisette – How do I respond when someone says that the celebration of Christmas comes from pagan roots? Tom – Why did God want circumcision as part of the Covenant? Maggie – My Ex-husband wants to bring a live-in girlfriend to the Christmas celebration and the kids and I don’t know what to do about it. How should we react? Sam – Where did we get the term Yahweh?

Patrick discusses the fact that many people are leaving Illinois. Discussion of a mockery of the baby Jesus using a baby devil in a manger scene in Illinois. John – Did Mary receive extra graces that helped her to not sin and be ready to accept Jesus? Mary – My father died. Can he hear my prayers? Does he know how I am grieving? Laurie – The priest absolved me without hearing my confession. Was that valid? Elias – My friend goes to the Latin Mass and won’t receive Communion because he hasn’t gone to confession. Why? Don – I have a gay son and pray for him, but it’s a challenge. What can we do? Anthony – I need a clarification on capital punishment in the old law. ‘It was not immoral at the time.’ Manuel – I was transgender for some time and want to offer hope for Don, a previous caller. There is still hope!

Update on Fr. James Jackson who was charged with possession of child pornography. He entered a plea of not guilty. Louis – What things are prohibited to do when keeping the Sabbath holy? Meredith – Can my friend receive Communion in the Catholic Church? Unruly Passengers Will Lose TSA Pre-Check, Officials Say. Airlines are worried about 5G networks. Here’s why. Efrank – What is the true meaning for Christmas in the Roman Catholic Church? Freed Missionaries Tell How They Escaped Haitian Kidnappers. Jerry – In Monday’s reading from Isaiah, who is talking to who?

U.S. Army developing a vaccine to treat all COVID variants. Audio of Leana Wen telling people to avoid wearing cloth masks. Robin – Follow up on the debate over the exact date of Jesus’ birth. I have a master’s degree in theology and would like to weigh in on the topic. Beth – Regarding the TSA Pre-check. What if you become radicalized after you have been cleared? Mary – I need a clarification on the rapture. How do I respond to someone who believes in solo scriptura? Meet the ex-homeless man ‘Mr. Christmas’ who has decorated his house with 17,500 lights for charity. Audio of Elon Musk discussing low birth rates, wokeness, and taxes.

Gabriel – In the parable of the rich man, was the man in purgatory or in hell? Patrick – Why did Mary doubt the angel’s words about baby Jesus? Mary Ann – Relevant Radio somehow showed up on my phone. Thank you for the program Patrick. John – A protestant pastor friend says that the sinner prayer saves you. How should I respond? Monkeys who killed 250 dogs for revenge captured in India. Charlie – Reading your Search and Rescue book where you wrote a question about ‘Uncle Joe.’ How can I convert my atheist Grandpa? George – Follow up to your monkey/atheism comment. I am a “former Christian.” You don’t understand atheism and what it means.

Missionaries Held Hostage in Haiti Made Daring Overnight Escape, Group Says The Winter Solstice is today Martin – Quoting an old Catholic encyclopedia: Are the fires of hell literal or metaphorical? Jim – My daughter’s boyfriend has asked to visit with my wife and I about asking for my daughter’s hand in marriage. They are living together though. What advice do you have? Lumber Prices Skyrocket Again Jamie – Is the birth control pill ok to take to cure endometriosis? Cammy 9-years-old – Why are early Christians not called early Catholics?

Patrick comments on the literal meaning of the fire in Hell and the Divine Mercy revelations Danielle – I have suffered with endometriosis for 20 years and used the pill, and it was not a good option. There are several other moral ways to combat endometriosis and reverse infertility. Is complete abstinence the only moral position? Joseph – Why do we need the theological virtue of faith to believe in Jesus? Why can’t we just believe through natural faith? We’re Cursing More and people are blaming it on the pandemic

Kristy – I’m a nurse and in the healthcare field. 85% of the cases we are seeing are vaccinated. Fauci’s talk is ridiculous Dana – Why do we keep relics in reliquaries but can’t keep the ashes of our loved ones in an urn? Maria – What would be a reasonable gift for my parish priest? John – My wife wants to be cremated. How does that work with the Resurrection? Anti-Zionist Gabriel Boric’s presidential win leaves Chile’s Jews worried: Gabriel Boric called Israel a “murderous state” in a meeting with Chile’s Jewish community during his campaign Lloyd – Question about John the Baptist being born without original sin. Is this part of Catholic Doctrine? Elaine – Will we recognize and know our loved ones on the afterlife? Simon – Some family members are excluding others from family dinner because they are not vaccinated. I don’t get this. Super Typhoon Leaves Hundreds Dead In The Philippines Amazon agreed to Beijing’s demand to have anything below a five-star review of Xi Jinping’s book The Governance of China removed from its Chinese site Beth – Questioning whether my kids should play with the neighbor kids and how to do this in a charitable way. Rose – Thou shall not kill on the 10 commandments. Why did they kill the people worshiping the golden calf?

Nicholas Sandmann reaches settlement with NBC in Covington Catholic High School controversy Artificial intelligence to predict a stroke two years in advance Patrick offers advice on how do you help someone moving into the twilight years of their life Ann – It’s a Wonderful Life is a great lesson for the unborn Barbara – Where did the sign of the cross come from? Is it in the bible? Angie – How do you dispose of a dagger made of lava with a Polynesian god on it?

Fun audio moments from Christmas’s past Spokane Catholic Charities requires proof of jab in order to get food Mark – My mother has dementia. I assume she is Baptized. How do I know for sure? Yvonne – Recommendation for treatment or retreat center for a woman who is depressed because of loss of her fiancé. Bernice – The blessings of caring for someone with dementia: It is hard work but I can’t count all of the blessings. I moved 1,400 miles to take care of my mother. They said she had less than a year to live but she lived for 6 more years. Covid Passport Microchips Implanted in Skin is on the Horizon