The Patrick Madrid Show

David – Question about Pope Francis saying Mary is not co-redeemer Sue – Is a recovering alcoholic and loves listening to Relevant Radio Ann – Looking for advice on how to talk to daughter who intends to move in with boyfriend Olivia – How do I present Christ to a true Atheist? Jim – Why do you believe in God and Jesus? Paul – Questions about Hebrews 5:7-10 John – Who was the second pope? Chris – Question about the last line of the St Michael prayer Rebecca – Is it okay for people received communion on a boat from their priest during Mass?

Patrick shares the bonkers news that Columbia University is segregating their graduation celebrations Celeste – Her and her husband are married but not through the church. Can she receive communion? John – Are protestant or Mormon baptisms valid? Good News: Ireland church lockdown deemed unlawful and rules were overturned Nick – Did St. John die of natural causes? Can we eat meat on Friday in the Octave of Easter? Mark – His sister died in the state of Grace because of RR Smoking weed while pregnant could harm the baby. Duh. Robert – What is the relevance of the naming of the saints in the Eucharistic prayer? Fr. Leo – When is it appropriate to administer the sacrament of the sick to people?

Patrick shares what the Catechism says about last rites and pleads with someone who is dying to ask for “The Apostolic Pardon”. Jean – My husband was able to receive last rites Jody – Do you know anything about the Bible in a year podcast? Any advice for those who are reading the bible for the first time? Billie – Question about the anointing of the sick while I was pregnant Jim – Asks for a clarification on the apostolic pardon. Cynthia – Is it a sacrilege for my Catholic son to perform a civil wedding? Robin – My son was battling cancer and received the anointing of the sick for strengthening before he died Patricia – Question about Anointing of the sick during COVID. Priest had to stand in the doorway. Sergio – Son struggling with creation in 7 days. Need a book recommendation for the creation story Gwen – I have a question about the Apostolic Pardon

Patrick walks the audience through St. Thomas Aquinas’s “5 Arguments for the existence of God” showing that anyone who masters these proofs can speak intelligently and persuasively with an atheist about the existence of God

Show White House: Americans Not Required to Carry ‘Vaccine Passports’ Idaho Becomes Fourth State To Ban ‘Vaccine Passports’ United Airlines announce affirmative action plan to discriminate against white male pilots. Patrick asks, “How will they define women?” Kyle – If you receive the sacraments out of order, are they invalid? Elaine – making a correction about Divine Mercy Sunday that Patrick said yesterday Patty – Question about gun control and the idea of “live by the sword, die by the sword” Sad news. Beloved animal expert Jack Hanna has dementia, steps away from public life San Francisco school board postpones plan to rename 44 schools over social issues, and the reason is interesting. Matt – Do people who have never known Jesus through no fault of their own still go to hell? The Cult of COVID: Patrick comments on the emotional toll and fear based reactions he’s seeing on social media Man accused of strangling “I-5 Strangler” won’t face death penalty

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? 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

 

7% of Americans don’t use the internet | Pew Research Center How much internet usage do you use? Facebook data on more than 500M accounts leaked online Tom – Is wondering how to respond to people who ask him about the bible and the Church’s authenticity. Scientific discoveries reveal the mind of God behind the universe Tom – Comment on the odds of humans existing randomly Joshua – Is it okay to ask God what to do instead of asking him for things?

Patrick walks the audience through St. Thomas Aquinas’s “5 Arguments for the Existence of God”, showing that anyone who masters these proofs can speak intelligently and persuasively with an atheist about the existence of God Gwen – Question about confession and Divine Mercy Sunday Mike – Comment: Number of possible sequences in an amino acid cannot be by chance Bobby – I received general absolution, so now can I receive communion? Kyle – Why do we refer to Jesus as the Word of God? Terri – Her daughter doesn’t want kids. What should she say to her? John – When can a priest refuse absolution?

Steve – What would Patrick say about trading one selfishness for another just to have kids at your deathbed? God does not expect, nor does the Church require you to crank out as many babies as possible. It means to be open to life and to God’s plan for you. Cecilia – Question about the first five Saturday devotions Jose – A priest told me that God doesn’t expect me to be perfect but to be faithful. Sal – I made the Marian Consecration. Do I need to be specific with my intentions anymore when I pray? Does Mary know what my prayers will be? Angie – Why did Jesus say to the good thief “this day you will be with me in paradise.” when Jesus descended into hell for three days? Chris – Are there any other saints besides Thomas Aquinas who list reasons for the existence of God? Herb – Why would anyone say there is no God? Mary – Where in the Bible does it say that we have our own personal guardian angel? Lori – Would you receive communion in the hand if you had to? Mary – What are the conditions to receive a plenary indulgence? Shirley – Do we know if St. JPII contemplated any other mysteries than the Luminous Mysteries?

Candace, a Catholic, is civilly married to a divorced Catholic, asks for Patrick’s advice after one priest told her he would not grant her absolution, and then a second priest said he “believes in a God of mercy” and did grant her absolution. Patrick unravels the problem for her by showing her that the first priest was correct because she had no plans to stop having sex with her husband and thus did not show true contrition for sin. Patrick gave her hope and encouragement by advising her to live as brother and sister with her husband while they are waiting on the Church’s decision on the annulment.

Charles Barkley Says The ‘System’ And Politicians Want Black And White People To Hate Each Other MLB moving All- MLB announces it’ll move the All-Star Game and Draft out of Atlanta due to the state passing a new elections law Jim Crow comparison to Georgia vote law Janine – This law is not a racist law and she thanks Patrick for reporting what’s really going on Maria – Did the Church ever have bans on how young someone can be when getting married to someone of age?

Patrick, citing Canon Law, answers Maria’s question from the first hour about minors marrying adults Seraphim – What is the Catholic understanding of the Immaculate Conception? James – Question about confession and excommunication Rubin – Patrick only ever looks at one side of the issue Texas Bans Vaccine Passports Catherine – Question about the priest who would not hear confessions of people without the vaccine and mortal sin Chris – Question about the seal of confession Patrick shares a time when he was praying for his friend who was in the confessional Mary – Question about terrible scandal and coming back to the church Carol – How is Michael and angel and a saint?

Paul – Why do we say “Let us pray” during Mass? Rose – Is it sinful if she told someone what she said in confession? Alice – Did the trinity exist before the birth of Jesus? Tom – Question about cell phones in Church and in the confessional Patrick shares the terrifying story of when he was in Confession and realized he was mic’d up and his entire confession might be recorded and heard by others Maria – Wants to make sure she has the correct understanding of the term grace. Christopher – I want to become Catholic. What study materials should I along with RCIA? Patrick reads and responds to an email from Elisa: How can you say IVF is a mortal sin when good Catholic families have used it? Kristen – Asks for clarification on Sacramental marriages Paul – My son has disowned me w/o explanation. What can I do to help mend things?

How would you feel if police take over your Easter Mass? That’s exactly what happened at the Polish Christ the King Parish in London Gardaí fine Fr. PJ Hughes for celebrating public Mass, which Fr. Hughes says he will not be paying. ‘Gestapo out!’ Canadian cops chased out by pastor after reportedly trying to stop Passover prayer John Paul – Did this happen to any other Christian groups? Anyone besides Catholics who were shut down? Conner – Is there sin in the afterlife? Matthew, 9-years-old, If someone dies at only one day old, do they still have sin because of original sin?

The Best Coupon In Your Wallet? Your Vaccination Card! Go get your free stuff! Sharon – When Jesus was arrested, why did the arresting people fall to the ground? Nancy – They had extra hosts on Good Friday and they said they would be giving multiple hosts to each person. Is this ok? The Return of the God Hypothesis 3 Major Scientific Discoveries In The Past Century That Point To God Paul – How could a big bang happen without matter? Melanie – Do you go to the Novus Ordo Mass or the TLM? Cindy – My mom used to be an extraordinary Minister and I think she kept some particles of the host in her rosary case. What should I do?

How would you feel if police take over your Easter Mass? That’s exactly what happened at the Polish Christ the King Parish in London Gardaí fine Fr. PJ Hughes for celebrating public Mass, which Fr. Hughes says he will not be paying. ‘Gestapo out!’ Canadian cops chased out by pastor after reportedly trying to stop Passover prayer John Paul – Did this happen to any other Christian groups? Anyone besides Catholics who were shut down? Conner – Is there sin in the afterlife? Matthew, 9-years-old, If someone dies at only one day old, do they still have sin because of original sin?

Patrick offers a biblical overview of Moses as a type or prefigurement of Christ and explains the profound parallels between Moses liberating the people from bondage in Egypt with that of Christ liberating us by his Passion and death from bondage to sin.

Good Friday Patrick recommends watching the movie Jesus of Nazareth and shares Claire’s, and others, follow-up emails from yesterday’s show concerning that movie. Ava, 9 years-old – Jesus rose in three days according to the bible, but Fri-Sun isn’t three days Lettie – Why does a good God allow for bad things to happen? Lee Ann – Was the scourging done in public? Agnes – No bells yesterday during the consecration, but a different clacker instrument was used. Why? Patrick answers an email from Marty. Marty asks, “I can’t find in the Bible where it mentions Hail Mary, Confession, or Rosary beads. Also, why should I be sad on Good Friday? I know the ending to the story!” Jerry – Can a priest forgive all sins or can some only be forgiven by a bishop?

Good Friday Patrick asks Cyrus how his Lent went. Stephanie – When you die, what is the order of judgement, eternity, etc.? What happens to our soul? Gabriella – How do we determine the date of Easter? Patrick offers a biblical overview of Moses as a type or prefigurement of Christ and explains the profound parallels between Moses liberating the people from bondage in Egypt with that of Christ liberating us by his Passion and death from bondage to sin. Today’s Gospel Reading

Good Friday Yollie – Someone says that Jesus’ name corresponds with three 8s. Is that true Sarah – Why are there people that call themselves Christians who can’t see the evil in the world? Jane – When does your Lenten obligation end? Lu – Why is the Gloria sung on Holy Thursday when Jesus has not gone through HIs passion yet? Michelle – Did Jesus wash Judas’ feet? Josh – How much detail should I give the priest in confession? Pat – Why do we pray for the faithful departed instead of all of the departed? Elizabeth – How can I come back to the Church and be faithful when I am frustrated about sinners in the Church. Patrick answers a Facebook question about why we don’t see miracles today like the ones we hear about in the Bible Mary – My daughter in non-practicing and just had a baby. Should I secretly baptize the baby?

A listener called and asked Patrick to share the powerful story of the time a traditional Catholic priest challenged a large congregation of laidback, lukewarm Californians. Winners go to heaven and losers go to hell, and that many of them, he said, were losers because they, like many Catholics, regularly committed serious sin, never went to confession, yet went to Holy Communion every Sunday, thus committing the sin of Sacrilege.

Patrick responds to Claire’s email. She is disappointed with Patrick for his commentary on Jesus having blue eyes in a popular series about his life. Patrick responds to Jen’s email. She is disappointed with Patrick’s coverage of the Pew research about President Biden Nicki – Before Moses, people knew what was right and wrong, but how did they know? Greg – Question about the translation of the Nicene Creed Patrick shares that he’s been reading a Tom Petty biography and contemplates the spiritual potential if his energies were spent being a more holy man and encourages each of us to be just that David – Question about first Friday and first Saturday devotions Andrew – In regards to Biden, he wasn’t always pro-abortion, just when it politically beneficial did he switch

Ireland’s student nurses not permitted employment unless they have received a COVID vaccination Liz – Why should Patrick codify scripture and truth by telling people not to write nasty grams to Father Rocky? Jeff – If life started in the garden, why do churches not have gardens? Jean – Question about receiving communion in the state of grace Patrick shares an unforgettable talk he attended where he was told there are two types of people, winners and losers. Winners go to Heaven. Losers go to Hell. John – Is it customary to cover statues and how often do churches do it? Kate – Question regarding homosexuality in the Church Gavin, 7-years-old, asks Why did God create bugs? Tom – Why does only one of the Gospels mention St Dismas (The Good Thief)?

Jesus suffered for all of our sins, yours and mine. It’s incomprehensible the suffering he endured for us. Bob – Why do we seem to preach acceptance today but in the time of Jesus they taught repentance? Paulette – Do only Catholics go to Heaven because only we have the Eucharist? Daniel – How to explain to his brother the true presence? Teresa – Please explain the ‘sacrifice’ aspect of Mass? Jenny – should we be praying Sorrowful Mysteries all week since it’s Holy Week? Michael – Why did some disciples leave after Jesus talked about the Eucharist in John 6 Barbara – Why does Joe Biden not have to go to confession if he’s in mortal sin? Rob – Question regarding receiving communion during pandemic Sam – Coming home to the Catholic Church this weekend!

How much sin is initiated by us vs the devil?

Patrick shares the results of a recent pew poll of American Catholics that shockingly reveals that over 2/3 of those polled think it’s fine for Joe Biden and other pro-abortion pro-gender ideology, and pro-same-sex marriage politicians should be able to receive Holy Communion. Then he does a Mexican hat dance on this sad commentary on contemporary Catholicism. Tom – I don’t think they should withhold communion but should make a statement before Mass for people in mortal sin not to receive communion. Sarah – We are speaking about receiving Jesus, not getting a cookie for good behavior. Alex – Could you elaborate on the Church’s stance on scandal? Patrick answers the question: How is this different then when Jesus gave Judas Holy Communion at the Last Supper? Dave – Only 20% to 25% of Catholics go to Mass. Leslie – What if my kids turned their backs on me because of my beliefs?

Mike – In one Gospel account it seems like Judas took the morsel and left. Is that correct? Theresa – Giving pro-choice politicians communion confuses people to make it look like abortion is ok Patrick talks about “Weaponizing” the Eucharist Robert – People are open to this because they don’t believe in the real presence Joyce – Aren’t there a lot of people like Judas in that they don’t trust God to keep them healthy? Tina – Watched your debate with Christopher Hawkins and found it very helpful with the atheist debate Betty Anne – If God is so forgiving, why did he say it was better if Judas had never been born? Beth – I had an abortion when I was younger and explained how wrong it was. Kids today don’t think anything of abortion. They don’t take it seriously. Janet – Agrees that Biden should not receive Communion. Also, trying to understand when the prayer says “heaven and earth shall pass away.” Carlos – I am a high school teacher and find it hard to stand up for the teachings of the Faith but appreciate your encouragement on this topic of Communion Carolyn – Shouldn’t we be welcoming people home for Easter?

Dan – Question about how Matthew 26:29, “Wont drink of the cup again”, contradicts John 19:30 Gary – In John 6. Some people left after the bread of life discourse. Why did some of the people stay? What did they think? Joseph – Question on MT 24 and Jesus’ discourse in the end times. Patrick answers an email question about who can be a Godparent Louis – Could you please recommend a book on Eucharistic miracles and incorruptibles? Kristen – What type of Bible should I get? Tina – I am in RCIA and coming into the Church and have a question about confession Bill – Wouldn’t it have made Jesus more human to have had brothers and sisters? Rosalinda – How do I explain to first communion students, why did Jesus die?

Caller Lori used IVF when she was a lukewarm Catholic. Her daughter’s beauty and love of God has brought her back to practicing the faith. God can bring good out of sin.

Strange, distant space object, that looks like a jellyfish, is sending out ultra-low frequency radio signals. Patrick explains why proof of Aliens does not disprove anything in the Bible. It just means we have more souls to evangelize. John – When does Religion/Faith say no to science? Janet – Is it irreverent/disrespectful to be celebrating a birthday party on Holy Saturday? Patty – Is confirmation valid when a Q-tip or cotton ball is used? Amy – We had our third miscarriage. Mother-in-law disagrees with us on babies is a Unitarian Universalist. What do the Unitarian Universalists believe? Federico – Question about the creation of the world Chris – Question about the Chaplet of Divine Mercy and the value of praying the chaplet for someone on their deathbed

John – Is there any value in not going to communion and offering it up for those who receive unworthily? Pat – How was the creation account passed down before it was written down? Joe – Interested on the history of excommunication in the Church and what the Church’s current stance. Zulma – I’m a Catholic but married outside the Church because of husbands divorce. Is it ok for me to receive communion? Theresa – Can you explain why IVF is a mortal sin? Rae Ann – I feel drawn to console the heart of Jesus. What is the best way to do this? John – My wife and I are separated. Should we seek an annulment?

Patrick continues the conversation with John from the previous hour Rose – How can you go to confession over IVF, and be sorry when you have beautiful children from the procedure? Monica – My friend is going through fertility treatments, how can I approach her with what I learned today? Brian – Have you heard of the shoes from Nike dedicated to Satan? Joe – I need a book on the existence of God geared for a teenager. What do you think? Maria – I’m starting to be bothered by receiving Communion in the hand. The priest got upset when I tried to receive on the tongue. Cecilia – Some Jewish people say that Christians and Catholics are only good for the reward of heaven. What do you think? Mike – Is it ok to listen to Mass on the radio while I do work around the house? Israel – I think Lucifer means light. What does Satan mean? Lori – I did IVF and was a lukewarm Catholic. My daughters beauty brought me back to practicing my faith. God brought good out of my evil act. Jim – My wife and I are married in the Orthodox Church. Do we have to live as brother and sister?

Prof who defied transgender student’s pronouns wins in court Donald – When will it be problematic when the end of the world does not come? Michelle – At what point should we push back against such a restriction as no confession without vaccination? The Irish Government has confirmed that the celebration of public Mass is an offence punishable by law. A priest may not leave his home for a Mass except for a restricted funeral/wedding. Citizens may not leave their homes to attend Mass Sonia – Is there any official document that says we can call God the Father “Mother”? Monk – Watching CBS and an openly gay priest was refuting the Church’s stance on not blessing gay marriage. How can he do this? Michelle – Who was the guy in Mark’s gospel who runs away naked? Toni – I work at a Christian radio station. What is dispensationalism?

Escape Zoom Meetings by Faking Technical Issues and Crying With This App Minnesota Theater Company Cancels Cinderella for Being Too White Scholastic pulls book by ‘Captain Underpants’ author for ‘passive racism’. Patrick makes it clear that racism is wrong and no laughing matter, but the outcry against perceived racist children’s books, like Dr. Seuss’, is going too far. Susan – The priest told her 88 year old friend she didn’t need to come to confession anymore. Covid Vaccine Passports 2021 and predictions for what’s to come Jenny – A friend was married by the Justice of the Peace, is it still a Sacramental marriage? Mary – I heard they are asking students at Loyola to apologize for their skin color, what can we do about this? Rosemary – How can Jesus have been born in December if there were shepherds in the field? Also, did Jesus ever get drunk?

Rutgers to require COVID-19 vaccination for students this fall Anne – A friend says that the Movie Jesus of Nazareth is racist because he has blue eyes. What are your thoughts? Kris – I’m ok with gay priests coming out as long as they are not acting on it. What do you think? Bill – How can I confirm the marital statuses of the Apostles? Warren – Question about Psalm 21: What generation is being referenced? Merna – A non-Catholic friend is coming to Holy Week. How do I explain to her that she cannot receive the Eucharist? Chris – Taking protestant friend to Mass. Anything I should point out to him?

Caller Emma is concerned and asks for Patrick’s advice about past sins.

Jim asks why the Catholic Church is the one true Church. Patrick gives a thorough explanation citing the bible, Church Fathers and historical facts to defend the Catholic Church as the one true Church.

Marine Corps Officer Warns Congress against Classifying Christians in Military as ‘Religious Extremists Some Biden Staffers Who Disclosed Smoking Pot Get the Boot – Can Kamala Harris Be Next? Mark – The concept of forgiveness is long gone. Colin – What do you think about the Latin Mass vs Novus Ordo and unifying factors? Jackson – Comment on the military training. He has witnessed the Air Force version of this.

A happy, long-lasting relationship may lead to a healthy old age Tony – in Confession, do I tell the priest I’m sorry for all my sins? Rose – I have received the first vaccine and some people are telling me that the vaccine is the mark of the beast. Patrick makes it crystal clear that this is not the case. Patrick cautions to be careful when listening to so-called “seers” who preach doom and gloom. He suggests tuning that out because you are not obligated to concentrate on the negative. Chris – Question about whether politicians should publicly repent? Mercedes – What does it mean in the Apostle’s Creed when Jesus “descended into hell?” Antonio – How many different churches are within the Catholic Church system? The Talk Heard Around the World Joanne 10-years-old – Did Adam and Eve’s kids have to marry and have kids of their own? Jeff – Question about the book “The Imitation of Christ.” Are these actually Christ’s words? Jill – My son is dating an Evangelical and I need advice?

Maria – When we pray novenas Can I just read it or does my family have to read it today? Lu – What is the value of Mass on TV? Especially rebroadcasts? Isabelle 8-year-old – If you are in Purgatory at the end of the world, do you stay there or go right to heaven? Luke – Can you recommend a good Catholic home school High School online? Roland – What is your opinion on Catholic involvement in free masonry? Veronica – People are saying that religion is being suppressed. I am seeing the opposite. What have you experienced? Mary – Is there scripture proof that pre-marital acts are mortal sins? Dana – Question about Genesis 3:16. Is a woman a second class citizen to the man? Greg – Is there a sin of self-righteousness? Tom – When will we be able to sing at Church again? Raymond – How can I debate my non-denominational friend who asks about Catholic politicians and their voting record? Dorothy – Why would God create a world when He knew we would sin and cause so much pain for His son? Jim – In the Divine Mercy Chaplet. How can we offer the Body, Blood, Soul and Divinity? Mark – If a priest wrongly grants absolution is it a sin and at what level? Richard – Does the Church have a teaching on RCIA stoles?