The Patrick Madrid Show

Mary – How can someone receive the Holy Eucharist if they are severely allergic to sugar? Saul – Can bodily illness be related to demonic possession? Sugary drinks linked to increased risk of bowel cancer in younger women Patrick shares his love of the movie “Tombstone” and relates a story from his own life that reminds him of a moment in the film where he had to step in and take care of the problem Patrick answers an email from Stuart about Lucifer NOT being Satan. Patrick sets the record straight. Fr. Thomas Weinandy: Giving Communion to Pro-Abortion Politicians Scandalizes the Eucharist

10 easy ways you can tell for yourself that the Earth is not flat Can an Employer Require You to Get a Covid-19 Vaccine? Kay – I do not believe the Earth is a globe and pictures taken from space have been doctored Robert – Question of Rosary Mysteries Louise – Niece is marrying another woman Patrick answers an email from Madonna who asks about going toe to toe with the Devil Tom – Question about Jesus in the temple as a boy El – Is it OK to read MANGA? Mary – What happens to new born babies if they die before baptism?

Jason – Non-Catholic Baptism question Ryan – Asks for book recommendation on how to be a good dad. Bob – How do I deal with someone that refers to Mary as an Idol? Megan Rohrer Elected As 1st Openly Transgender Bishop in U.S. Lutheran George – How do we PREVENT Corruption of language so it doesn’t enter the Liturgy Liz – Question about ICE Saints Jane – What EXACTLY happens to our souls after we die? Katherine – Can you own unconsecrated wafers? Lucy – Brother is “Born again” wants to help him.

A caller asks, “If God knows everything, does it really matter if we pray?”

Scientists Have Taught Bees to Smell COVID-19 Infections New type of ant given first-ever gender-neutral name CDC Will ‘Allow’ Vaccinated People ‘More Privileges’ To Take Off Mask Nearly half of Americans think they’re a better person than EVERYONE they know! California reports first yearly population decline in state’s history, a drop of more than 182,000 people Chris – Question about Mary’s comment to the children at Fatima regarding the terrifying the vision of hell when she said, “They are there because no one prayed for them.” Eric – As Christians, are we not to judge behaviors?

Patrick shares the Miracle of the Sun prophecy at Fatima and comments on the vision of Hell given to the children Lynn – Grandfather is 93, and wants to become Catholic. His short term memory isn’t good and he will not be able to go through the RCIA process. What can he do to become Catholic? Lynn – Can the Devil invade you dreams? “Catholic” politicians “cannot support evil and expect no spiritual consequences.” Patrick shares the statement by Bishop Robert Vasa in support of Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone’s pastoral letter “Before I Formed You in the Womb, I Knew You” Mercedes – What is your take on Jesus saying He is the son of man in John’s gospel? JC – Why are First Saturday’s not on Catholic Calendars? The Rhodes Scholarship Turns Against Its Legacy of Excellence Chris – What’s a “Discalced” Carmelite? Tests from 1993 killing reveal another man’s DNA other than executed Arkansas inmate

Patrick shares his reasons for no longer being in favor of the Death Penalty Barbara – Writes to someone on Death Row and speaks out against it Dominick – Question about Ruth Bader Ginsberg and Abortion California man killed by drunk driver after AA meeting Zoom CEO Eric Yuan is ‘so tired’ of endless Zoom meetings Diane – Where do the prayers of the faithful come from? Also, question about bishops conference discussing withholding communion from politicians? Janet – What is the difference between Quran and Old Testament? Trillions Of Cicadas Start To Emerge After 17 Years Underground, Expected To Swamp 15 States Cliff – Disagrees with Patrick on the death penalty

In the Name of Equity, California Will Discourage Students Who Are Gifted at Math Peter – Are they trying to dumb down American students?? Sounds like we are losing to communist China. Rich – Two siblings who never married in the Church and needs advice on how to approach them Nicole – Switched daughter from public to private over the education. Boston Public Schools Suspend Advanced Program Because Officials Were ‘Disturbed’ By The Number Of Asian And White

Chris – What are the reasons for infant Baptism in the first few weeks? The Claim about Homosexuality in the Film 1946: The Mistranslation that Shifted a Culture, Is Irrelevant Haley – Relevant Radio helped her revert back to Catholic faith, may lose her job because of it

Rhonda – Is in corporate accounting, so many don’t realize how much it takes to run a business, wants to encourage people to donate! Yanna – Her Jewish friends will be scattering their mom’s ashes at funeral – can she attend? Joann – Relevant Radio helped her through COVID Elizabeth – has cancer – priest told her that she wouldn’t qualify for Anointing of the Sick – what should she do?

Father Arrested for Publicly Denouncing His Child’s Gender Transition Is Released on Bail They Told Their Therapists Everything. Hackers Leaked It All Luz – Is it ok to remain standing during the consecration? They do this at my Church. Serious question, Cyrus, have you ever been arrested on a plane? Rod – Why does the Church stand against married clergy when God said that it is not good for man to be alone.

Father Rocky joins Patrick Madrid to reflect on Fatherhood. They both share stories about their dads. Paul – Are priests allowed to leave the priesthood, remain Catholic and get married? Mary – What is the position of the Church on living wills? Traci – Do aborted babies go to heaven? Joanne – Has to deal with daughter in school getting sex-ED in Public school. Margarita – Did Patrick say an aborted baby doesn’t go straight to Heaven?

Kelly – Sister wants to be cremated and have her ashes set off in a rocket. John – if the Catholic Church is the true Church, why are there so many different rites? Diane – Question about the details of doing a novena Jose – is it ok for wife to walk in wedding with a different groomsman in ceremony? Ross – If Adam and Eve were our original parents, why do we have so many races?

The moon will resemble a taco on May 4, and Taco Bell will give fans a free taco to mark the occasion Chinese smart TVs are snooping on their owners Bill Gates’ marital split follows Melinda’s long journey away from Bill’s shadow Jennifer Gates opens up about her mom and dad’s divorce Lucy – Relevant Radio has had a huge impact on me. Look at what we are getting for the little we have to give. Egyptian archaeologists unearth rare tombs dated back to before Pharaohs Monique – What is the best Catholic Bible out there? Anna – Do we have to get two Catholic godparents?

Anne – My husband has generational sin. What is a good book about mentoring for men? Paul – What is the link between the mind and the soul? Sal – Baptism or confirmation: If your sponsor is not practicing, what does that do to the sacrament? Noemi – When doing the sign of the cross in Spanish, what is the direct English translation? Woman being pulled over calls police officer a “murderer”

Vishjna – Do we have to tithe to church or other charities? Joseph – How much did the cross weigh? Andrea – the lady pulled over seemed very woke, and mentally unstable Anna Claire, a young child – Why do Protestants not pray to the dead

Was the early church “Socialist”? Greg – Is the Baltimore Catechism Obsolete? Have there been any new versions? DJ who got radio station tattoo on arm laid off a week later Christian missionary family unmasked in Jerusalem Patrick shares “Before I formed you in the womb I knew You”, A Pastoral Letter on the Human Dignity of the Unborn, Holy Communion, and Catholics by the Most Reverend Salvatore Joseph Cordileone, Archbishop of San Francisco Paul – Question about the fear in the 1960s and 70s and communism coming to Latin America?

Diana – Question about the use of morphine and the dying. Frank – Any book recommendations about the fact that King James was a notorious homosexual? Finnish MP faces criminal charges after tweeting Bible verse Jonathan – Why did the Sabbath change from Saturday to Sunday? NY man dodges eviction for 20 years, living in foreclosed house

Patrick answers Gino’s email question about how God can allow evil to happen The Price of the Stuff That Makes Everything Is Surging Tom – question about line in prayer that says ‘he descended into hell’ Sandra – Does Patrick think kids should be pulled out of public school? Thoughts on homeschooling? Marty – What lesson can we glean from Adam and Eve in the Bible? Jack – What did God the Father feel when Jesus was crucified? Joseph – Are Masses celebrated in heaven? How do we know when they are being celebrated?

We think in terms of “Time” in this life, but in Heaven, there will be no time. Patrick explains how only God can truly satisfy us without us forever.

Patrick asks Cyrus if he’s ever been Lost At Sea, and then offers useful survival tricks to keep him alive in case he does Gabriel – Mother is insisting that older brother get married first, even though I’m ready now and by brother wants to wait Collin – What is the single most important problem facing the church today? What can we do as laymen?. The Future is Here: Google Wing Delivers Girl Scout Cookies Gene – If taxes are going towards abortion, how do we have clear conscience? Don – If God is all-knowing, why do we pray? Patrick explains why it’s important that we pray. Christina – How can we follow the Church if it’s flawed?

What St. Catherine of Siena would say to today’s bishops Mike – Following up from calling in a month ago, I took Patrick’s advice after hitting rock bottom. Lyle – People are cowards by not acting and being the witness they are called to be Jake – Are priests allowed to talk about other things in homily other than scripture? Kate – We’ve been called to pray and action. It’s the essence of what we do Castronito – Has suggestions on how to “send a message” about the abortion issue

Charite – God knows what he wants us to do, and if we stop to listen, He will tell us Donna – Are there Catholic positive parenting programs? Chris – If Jesus is busy determining where we go at death, how does he have time to do anything else (like answering our prayers)? Pat – Prayed outside of Planned Parenthood. Lyle sympathizer. Lyle – calling back, says his comments are being taken out of context. Patrick gives him the microphone to explain himself Eric – is it appropriate to pray to OT figures like David and invoke their intercession? Anthony – Wants to know how to get back into reading the bible. Marty – Wants to encourage Patrick; it’s hard to do what he does- also, he wants to know how to pray for people that hurt him Pat – Lyle was missing the point – he was making a blanket statement that is not fair Ernestine – is an OBGYN, struggles with moral quandary situations involved Andrea – question about what Patrick said related to Sr. Agnes Sasagawa ‘s message

Christine – My son was recently married and now they have cut our family out of the family. What should I do? Rosalee – Asks for a recommendation for a book of saints for a 14 year old who was just confirmed? Ken – Comment about the Gideon bible Mike – How was Jesus tempted and how does it differ from how we are tempted ‘Disaster Girl’ selling original photo behind viral meme for a staggering amount of money Jenny – Why should we pray if God already knows what’s up John – Shroud of Turin: Why hasn’t the church declared it a relic? Linda – Question about David and Saul and lying in the bible Will – Not Catholic and comments on predestination

Georgia – What is the Dutch Catechism? Ohio Lets Trans Agenda Override Sex on Birth Certificates Patrick – Can a Methodist get anointing of the sick? Jerry – Women in priesthood – Rabbinical review said men need the taming more than women. Tom – Disabled from a bullet wound 20 years ago. What prayers should I say to offer up my pain? Jim – Marian Apparitions and the messages our lady gives to seers John – I was given my friends ashes and I’m not sure what to do with them Cecilia – Sister has two people’s ashes. Can she combine them into one urn? Peter – Has cremation info – just went through this with his family

Simon – Kids sporting events conflicting with mass and the day of rest. What do I do? Bill – What is the “Apostleship of Prayer”? Katy – Is protestant and trying to find a scriptural basis for Confession Joe – Believes women should at least be able to be deacons. Charlotte woman, oldest living American, dead at 116. She had at least 12 children, 48 grandchildren and more than 200 great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren Ed – Does God use chastisements to bring people back to faith? Joe – What happened to eternal covenant that God made with Israelites? Laura – She and boyfriend are having relations. Can he receive Eucharist?

Patrick responds to Sherry’s email of concern of her family being in an uproar over a fear mongering website. Patrick shares many reasons to ignore sites like that and instead to focus your life on Christ.

‘Vax Pass’: Chicago plans to require vaccination in order to attend concerts, other events China Launches New App Allowing Citizens to Report Others For Expressing “Mistaken Opinions Bob – I am trying to understand the theological significance when Jesus says that it would be better if Judas had never been born Carol – Question about the ethics of the vaccines Sign at George Floyd Square has list of orders for white visitors Tom – Is it okay to use the Gideon Bible? He also asks about the death of Pope John Paul 1. Visitors forced to CLIMB DOWN from top of 200ft-high Blackpool Pleasure Beach rollercoaster Anne – Discovered husband is on dating app. What do I do?

Pat – Read an article about SSPX and am wondering what the Vatican would have to say. Donna – Son believes in God, but finds it hard to believe that He’s involved in our daily lives. How do I help lead him to relationship? Mary – Regarding Anne’s call, I think he should face responsibility. Her dad had to stop drinking to fix his marriage. Joe – I used to be a Freemason. What do I do with all the books/material I have from all of that? James – Can practicing Catholics go to a wedding of family member who’s not practicing? They are living together before marriage. Jim – SSPX priests and the validity of their version of the mass. Mercedes – what does the word BEGET really mean? Hank 9-years-old – Why did God create animals that can kill us? Michael – I’m an ex-Mason and I got rid of my stuff because of the chance that it was standing in the way of getting my family into Heaven

Canadian real estate board drops ‘master bedroom’ citing slavery. Perhaps Trinity – Is it true that you go to heaven if you wear Scapular? Sheryl – Was asked to be bridesmaid in wedding, couple is not in state of grace. My friend became upset when I declined. John – comments on masters and primary conversation Elizabeth – if someone is baptized but they no longer practice, can you go to their non-sacramental wedding? Linda – Can I throw away religious pictures mailed to me? Patrick shares what you should do with a religious item once you don’t need or want them anymore. If it’s been blessed, you should burn or bury it. If you are unsure, you can give them away to those who can use them. If it hasn’t been blessed, you can simply throw them away or put them through the shredder. Mary – is it ok to make a donation to a private Christian school her kids go to, since it’s not Catholic? Sheila – My brother in law’s ashes are being scattered. How should I react? Larry – is it a sin to be gay?

Americans Will Officially Need A Vaccine Passport For Travel To Europe In 2021 Dodgers To Debut ‘Fully Vaccinated Fan Section’ Richard – What happens to prayers after someone is already in heaven? Andrea – Montana just passed 3 pro-life laws Steve – Need a book recommendation that defends the atrocities that the Catholic Church is accused of Vaccination Site Denying Appointments To White People In The Name Of ‘Equity’ Female Athletes Appeal Ruling Dismissing Complaints Against Biological Males in Women’s Sports White liberals are more prone to mental health disorders than individuals who identify as conservative or moderates, according to a Pew Research Center survey Frank – Question about the intention of the Our Father and Glory Be before praying the decades of the Rosary John – Since Jesus resurrected with His wounds, will we still have some wounds when we rise again?

The Perpetual Virginity of Blessed Mary Theresa – Godparents are separated and one is in a same-sex relationship. What do I do? Jenny – Question about Godparents that don’t practice their faith Betty – Thanks Relevant Radio and Patrick for all we do Third Largest Christian Denomination In US Set To Break Over Homosexuality because of an ‘Unwillingness To Uphold Its Teachings” Pat – Gives husband communion, wants to know the prayers to say and how to behave when carrying the pix Brandon – Godparents have fallen away, do they have a responsibility to me? Michael – If you go to confession for being dishonest, do you have to make reparations with the person you lied to? Amber – Question about the Brown Scapular

John – If you’re a Eucharistic minister, you have anointed hands, then why can any of us receive Communion w/o anointed hands? Ed – We get glimpses of Heaven anytime we experience the joy and time passes quickly Rosemary – What prayers should we be saying in preparation for mass? Joseph – What happens to the wife once divorce happens? Florida residents claim ‘pest control trial’ that will release up to a Billion genetically engineered mosquitos in the Keys to reduce species carrying diseases is “Terrorism” Bobby – Patrick extended invitation to join the Catholic faith last time I called. I saw a Gallup polling report that there are more ex-Catholics then new Catholics Erin – Sibling is dating transgender person, technically a heterosexual relationship. What would the church say? Charlie – Met your wife Nancy – she’s lovely! Could you ever have her on the air with you? Would be nice to have married couple perspective. Carlos – Where does it say in scripture that a priest has authority to consecrate the host?

A teenager asked her mom, who in turn asks Patrick, “With so many religions in the world, how do we know that Catholicism is the right one?” Patrick offers indisputable evidence that Catholicism is the One True Religion.

Patrick shares Vincent Coleman’s story: The ‘ordinary man’ who died for strangers Mark – My mom has dementia and is in the ICU? Is there still value in her suffering? Mary – Do I have to rememorize scripture since I have a new translation? Myra – A teenager asked: With so many religions in the world, how do we know that Christianity /Catholicism is correct? American Humanist Association Board Statement Withdrawing Honor from Richard Dawkins Ryan – I am coming into the Church this year and has a question about conditional Baptism Eric – I talked to you a year ago about my struggle with alcohol. Been sober for a year and thanks God and Relevant Radio Marek – Why can’t women be priests?

Amazon is spending Billions to bring Lord of the Rings to the small screen Margarite – I am a godmother and Catholic. The godfather is Baptist. Is this ok? Patrick shares a statement from Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila on the deadly shooting in Boulder and calls for a “Conversion of Hearts”.

Oregon is doubling down and forcing a mask mandate “indefinitely” Amy – Difference between veneration and worshiping God Warren – Question about a Heresy involving a lay person “consecrating” a host Patrick answers the question, “Why are there no snakes in Ireland?” Frank – Question about civil marriage Tom – Has a relative who keeps bread near the TV while watching Mass. They believe it is consecrated. Kelly – Has been evangelizing someone of the Wiccan lifestyle John – Concerned about catholic friend who is experimenting with false religions Janice – Where does the title of Our Lady of Guadalupe originate from? Sal – He just ran a red light – kids want to know if this was a sin

Kelly’s daughter is worried about the different levels in Heaven. Patrick paints a picture anticipating the joys of Heaven that await those who love God.

Monica – Is divorce a sin, and can you receive communion if you get one? Dana – Can a Catholic minster a non-Catholic wedding? Don – He is a nurse. He may have to administer COVID shots. What should he do? Patrick shares an email from Linda who comments on never having children and the loneliness she feels, but knows it was God’s will Ignatius – Disagrees with the conclusion Patrick came to the other day about his confession story. Bruce – We live in a Bizarro world Helen – What is the church’s stance, if any, on Artificial Intelligence? ***Nugget near the end of Helen’s call Patrick answers the question if a developmentally handicapped person can receive the sacraments? Julian, 10 years-old – Did Mary have other children? Diane – Where in the bible does it talk about leaving inheritance for kids?

Patrick answers an email from Luga about picking the right college for her daughter Donald – Question about purgatory and infant baptism John – When was the St. Michael prayer instituted and taken away? Robert – Why did Jesus descend into hell for 3 days? Peggy – How do you prepare for Martyrdom? Patrick answers a question from Vera about differences in the Armenian Apostolic Orthodox Church Joe – Question about Baptism on someone’s deathbed Marsha – I need a resource on the differences between Catholics and Anglicans. Andrew – What happened to St. Joseph after he died? Where did he go? Cathy – How can I explain to my mom that her going to a wedding outside the Church is wrong? Donna – Question about the blessing a child with salt at Baptism

Special Guest Host Fr. Matthew Spencer It’s not just young white liberals who are leaving religion Claire – Any advice for my adult daughter who is living with her boyfriend? Karen – Does Father know if we’re supposed to hold the Crucifix when praying the Rosary? She was taught this growing up. Al – Why is washing of feet not a Sacrament since Jesus instituted it? Sharon – young people are yearning for good, true, and sacred beauty – this is how to get young people back! Mary – My son and his family are attending a traditional Latin Mass. Is this ok? Manuel – Were Adam and Eve immortal before they sinned? Joe – Coming back into faith and has a question about what is allegory in the Bible? Brian – Does Catholic Church allow salvation for those unaware of truth? Is there conflict of Scripture here on this teaching? Renee – Wants to understand Church’s teaching on divorce and remarriage more

Mariela is struggling with her faith because she has been begging her husband to come to mass with her but he always has excuses. Patrick offers advice that we call can use.

100 Top CEOs Plot To Punish States Which Pass ‘Restrictive’ Voting Laws Matt – The only way to get around this is to boycott these big companies John – Is following prosperity preachers like Joel Osteen compatible with being Catholic? Company hiring ‘MLB Food Tester’ to eat hot dogs at stadiums Regular Exercise May Help Protect Against Severe COVID Brian – I am trying to understand true love as taught by the Catholic Church Marie – Trying to figure out how to create boundaries with son who is disrespectful. Scott – My son is thinking of moving in with his girlfriend. How do I convince him not to?

Terri – Needs a good Catholic book for men to stay chaste. Jill – Niece is getting married and already living with her boyfriend. What should I do? Pentagon scientists invent a microchip which senses COVID-19 in your body before you show symptoms Maria – What is the ASBC Church? Jennifer – What are the requirements for infant baptism and requirements for being a Godparent? Patrick shares a spectacular image of a volcano exploding that reminds him of the vision of hell granted by our Lady of Fatima to the three children Elvira – What’s the difference between the Catholic Church and the Orthodox Church?

Patrick continues his conversation with Elvira from the previous hour about the difference between the Catholic Church and the Orthodox Church. Charlie – Has brothers ashes, wants to know what to do with them? Tony and wife – How can God be all knowing? Does He know our free will? Baseball Says Cuba ‘Sí,’ Georgia ‘No’ Black Lives Matter’s Patrisse Cullors is being criticized for buying $1.4M home in White enclave Larry – Can someone plan to have a Josephite marriage and not have children? Brushing teeth twice a day, regular trips to the dentist help keep Alzheimer’s disease away Paula – why did God have to go in and punish/wipe out the native people living in their land in the OT John – is confused by Patrick’s comments about marriage not needing to be consummated. Is that really true? John – Question about verse about Hanna being given “portions” – different Bible verses say different things, so why is it not consistent?

A Protestant caller challenges Patrick to defend, biblically, why Catholics “worship” Mary. Patrick clarifies a number of misconceptions and a lively discussion ensues.

Special Guest Host Fr. Matthew Spencer Tom – Does confession make a marriage sacramentally valid if it wasn’t before? Maggie – Do I need a second annulment if my husband was unfaithful? Marian – Question about priest’s words in consecration of hope in relation to Scripture Ann – is it a sin to smoke tobacco? Fr. Matthew reflects on a recent article titled: The Church of England’s Imminent Death Brings Opportunities Alicia – Can priests mandate that you do something that is outside of the penance? Pat – Her encouraging story of quitting smoking 50 year ago Allison – what happened in between Palm Sunday and Good Friday to make the crowd change so much, and want Him crucified? Maria – is so happy to hear Fr Matthew on the show today

Special Guest Host Fr. Matthew Spencer Rosemary – All I need is nature and a Rosary. I pray all for mysteries while walking 5 miles. Charlie – What do the angels call God? Will we run out of things to do in Heaven? Connie – Niece married outside Church and is divorced. Is this a valid marriage? Jacob – I’m a Protestant and have questions about resources about Catholicism Matthew – What is the Church teaching on getting drunk? Maria – Priest is doing something different with the mass, and it’s confusing.

Special Guest Host Fr. Matthew Spencer Reflecting on the Chauvin verdict Fr. Matthew comments on confession, sin, and exercise. Sam – I was stressed a couple years ago and tuned into Fr. Spencer and his voice was so calming. Marsha – Can’t go to grandson’s 1st Communion because of COVID. Should I call the Priest? Does this vary by diocese? German – What is the culpability for a man whose wife has decided on permanent birth control? Is the conjugal act a sin for him? Brian – It saddens me that divorced and remarried Catholics cannot receive communion. What are your thoughts on this? Reyna – Went through the annulment process and wants to provide hope

Kids ask the best questions! Young David asks Patrick if people who don’t believe in God can still go to Heaven. Patrick’s answer may surprise you.