The Patrick Madrid Show

Patrick responds to questions on Church tradition, saintly names, and the lasting impact of liturgical history. He features candid commentary from Lucy Biggers, who shares her story of recognizing personal bias and ideological influence in her career as a climate reporter, sparking both agreement and challenge from callers about truth, self-reflection, and societal pressures. The episode also addresses the struggles families face with digital technology, mental health, indoctrination, and the complex roots of antisemitism, while inviting listeners to seek compassion and clarity in a world of conflicting voices. Anthony (email) - Why has the Church selected seven specific women, among the hundreds, if not thousands, of women saints, to be commemorated during the Eucharistic Prayer? (16:13) Audio: "I explain how I was brainwashed into becoming a biased climate reporter" Lucy Biggers @LLBiggers - https://x.com/LLBiggers/status/2100573854615642446?s=20 (05:37) Jessica - Locking the phones is not working out for my kids. An Instagram Video sparked a mental health crisis in my husband. (21:59) Dylan - I partially disagree with video you played. She didn't actually emphasize climate change and what it is. Same talking points of imperialism, white man, etc. No substance. (33:00) Audio: Bill Mahr on how this country is so antisemitic now (talking with David Foster) - https://x.com/RedWavePress/status/2100243551133016084?s=20 (42:32) Audio: “Antisemitism is a lie that people use to gain or maintain power. And the lie is always the same: Jews are destroying what you value most." @DaraHorn joined @coldxman at the 92nd Street Y to discuss her new book, ‘The Final Solution to the Jewish Question,’ and why she thinks Jew-hatred has less to do with hate than with power. - https://x.com/TheFP/status/2100607160509984987?s=20 (46:51)

Patrick helps callers wrestling with feelings of rejection, strained church relationships, and the longing for a deeper connection to faith. The episode moves through practical wisdom on finding belonging, humility, and courage in spiritual communities as anecdotes and advice offer solace for those seeking a path back to the Church and regular prayer. Threaded with humor, gratitude, and moments of vulnerability, the episode delivers inspiration for anyone feeling left out or longing for renewal. Anthony (email) - Does 1 Samuel 28, where God permits the deceased Samuel to speak to Saul, show that the dead have a real existence after death rather than unconscious nothingness until the final judgment? (01:28) Does it matter what someone else thinks of you? Tom - How do I reach someone who is Episcopalian? At this person's Church, they just baptized a trans person. She has trouble with this but she doesn't want to leave. At her Sunday School they play Dungeons and Dragons for the kids. (21:32) Sharon - What people think of you is not your business because if it was you wouldn’t get up in the morning. (29:26) Mark – Sometimes you meet someone and for some unknown reason there’s something about them that you just don’t like. (33:29) Jim - I think self-examination reveals that I tend to react that way to people with dominant personalities. I ask what in me causes that reaction. (40:49) Russ - Why didn't they translate Latin mass exactly into the vernacular? Would it lose its reverence if it we celebrated the exact Latin Mass in English? (46:10)

Patrick shares heartfelt reflections from his past, thoughtfully addresses listener questions about marriage, infant baptism, and the challenges of returning to the sacraments, and offers practical encouragement for those teaching the faith or feeling distant from their spiritual journey. Humor and warmth fill the conversation as callers express gratitude for reconnecting with prayer and faith practices, while honest discussions around tradition, liturgy, and everyday struggles invite listeners into a welcoming community. Stories of saints, thoughtful catechesis tips, and gentle encouragement anchor the episode, inspiring anyone seeking renewal or reassurance on their faith path. Francisco (email) - After Lucifer and his followers rebelled against God and were expelled from His presence, God allow them dwell on earth and to temp Adam and Eve, who were His new creation here on earth. (03:31) Maureen - Where can I go to understand the rational for Infant Baptism? Can you confirm if the Church recognizes Protestant marriage? (08:01) Anne - I was married in the Church. I got divorced and filed for an annulment but the paperwork was lost. My husband wants to get remarried to me. Do I need to pursue the annulment? (12:01) Tom - Bishop Sheen said you can't help how you feel but you can love everyone because love is in the will. (15:51) Audio: Catholic lingo with comedian Josh Pray – https://x.com/littleonefaith/status/2097010054797144458?s=20 (19:08) Rita - The Latin mass is not just about language (24:21) Mariana - Looking for advice as a first-year catechist for middle school students (32:08) Audio: The hack that stops baby tantrums (Calling your kid Jessica) (39:17) Mike - He prefers a traditional Mass in English over Latin (43:04) Joanne - The Latin Mass is more fulfilling than English (48:14)

Patrick opens the episode with a lively discussion about socialism, generational perspectives, gratitude, and the importance of faith and prayer in confronting social challenges. Listeners join to explore connections between biblical history and current cultural tensions, the impact of artificial intelligence on human virtues, and practical questions about honoring the Sabbath and spiritual topics like purgatory. The episode offers heartfelt and thoughtful engagement, encouraging spiritual growth, clarity, and a deeper appreciation for truth and tradition. Socialism is for morons - https://x.com/VoCommunism/status/2100276472380375073/video/1?s=46 (00:59) Doug - Socialism. I say that Soviet Russia first legalized abortion. Abortion is socialism and communism. Today is the day of closing arguments for court case where the state of California is suing prolife pregnancy centers (08:57) Mike - What is a phantasm in relation to AI? (12:38) Bob - Jesus heals the Gadarene demoniacs, and the people want Jesus to go away. What do you make of this? (21:09) Tina (email) – Did Jesus suffer in hell? (27:31) Sydney (email) - Do Isaac and Ishmael Explain the Modern World? (34:24) Kyle (email) - Is it consistent with Sunday rest to visit apple orchards and pumpkin patches with family after Mass when Sunday is my only free day? Lia - How are souls in purgatory expected to purify themselves? Does God help them? (47:42)

Patrick Madrid fields heartfelt questions about faith struggles, spiritual renewal, and the Catholic understanding of topics like purgatory and baptism. Callers share their journeys from distance to reconnection with the Church, voicing confusion, hope, and deep emotion, while Patrick responds with practical analogies, scriptural insight, and gentle encouragement for those seeking a way back to prayer, confession, and community. Discussions grow candid as he addresses family challenges, the pain of division, and the meaning of true support when faith leads loved ones on different paths. Patrick continues his conversation with Lea about the experience of purgatory Danny - My sister is involved in a Baptist Church. Should we go to our sister's 2nd Baptism? (11:35) Melissa - If his sister is getting baptized and trying to get closer to God, why wouldn’t we support that? (20:01) Liz - I am taken aback by your response. Our we not all brothers and sisters in Christ? (21:46) Michelle - Is a Catholic getting married in a non-Catholic ceremony the same as a Catholic marrying a Sedevacantist? (37:08) Robert - Baptist Lady you had on started with 'I think' and 'I feel' whereas we Catholics have the documents of the Church to guide us. (48:11) Rosa - Should we pray for the souls in hell? (50:02)

Patrick welcomes heartfelt calls from listeners seeking clarity on profound questions of faith, the permanence of choices beyond this life, and the hope of spiritual renewal. He listens to thoughtful struggles with family dynamics in interfaith marriages, ethical quandaries in education, the ongoing defense of life, and the complexity of suffering and God’s providence. Authentic gratitude and encouragement echo as Patrick offers wisdom rooted in Scripture, Church teaching, and genuine compassion, gently guiding those who feel distant back toward prayer, community, and trust. Patrick continues his conversation about praying for souls in hell with Rosa Cal - My dad was Jewish and my mom was Catholic. We used to go to all sorts of non-Catholic events. I don't see how what you are saying is right. (10:07) Stella - I have an ethical dilemma in my classroom. Adult students want me to extend the deadline even though instructions were very clear (15:34) Dave - How do we defend life to non-Christians? (24:02) John - When good things happen, we thank God, but we don't blame Him when bad things happen (29:04) Michael - Revelation 3, where our Lord is talking about where Satan dwells (37:37) Debra - I thank God for the good and bad when I pray. From the bad, we learn. Also, which is the best catechism? (41:15) Tricia - The binding prayer: Coworker of mine who attends a Catholic church talk about how our kids are in relationships that are sometimes not the best. Are the binding prayers real? (45:24)

Patrick Madrid opens this episode with heartfelt listener questions, candid conversations, and a focus on faith struggles and spiritual renewal. Through thoughtful responses about issues like toxic masculinity, fasting, the relationship between the Old and New Covenants, and the perpetual virginity of Mary, Patrick blends theological insight with personal encouragement. Listeners hear honest testimonies and find guidance for reconnecting with prayer, confession, and the Church, all rooted in wisdom and warmth. LeAnne (email) - What do you think are true examples of toxic masculinity and not just the "academic claptrap" examples? (00:51) and keep going back and forth between Catholicism and Eastern Orthodoxy. Can you give me a clear case for Catholicism over Orthodoxy, plus any good apologetic sources? Also, why do Catholics often seem fine with the Orthodox while many Orthodox seem to have a problem with Catholics? Kevin - If Jesus is the fulfillment of the New Covenant, what happened to the New Covenant? (21:02) Robert (email) - Are pregnant women exempt from the one-hour Eucharistic fast, or does my wife still need to observe it even if she has to snack beforehand to manage nausea? Adam - Why is the Old Testament still connected to the New Testament if Christ fulfilled the Old Testament? (28:06) Karen (email) - Without living in fear, what practical steps can ordinary Americans take to stay awake to cultural and security changes around us and be prepared if an attempt is ever made to take over the country? (36:54) Ed - What is the difference between fasting for one hour vs fasting for an entire day? (44:33)

Patrick responds to heartfelt questions about faith, church practices, and personal struggles, encouraging listeners who feel lost or uncertain. He addresses concerns ranging from the biblical basis for praying to Mary, issues of church authority during unexpected liturgies, and how to honor loved ones who have passed without a traditional Catholic funeral. Throughout the episode, Patrick offers historical context, scriptural references, and warm support, guiding callers with compassion and clarity. Mark - I am trying to do the right thing. I was fired for belligerently expressing my belief in evolution. (00:24) Jasmine - Why do Catholics pray to Mary? (04:18) Purple Grammi (email) - Can you prove that JAMES IS NOT THE HALF BROTHER OF JESUS? (10:23) BY THE TIME you finish this article, "Yes, Jesus Was an Only Child" you will have a specific, biblically grounded answer for every version of the “Jesus had brothers” objection, including one from Scripture that few Catholics and Protestants have ever heard of. - https://patrickmadrid.substack.com/p/yes-jesus-was-an-only-child Prince - Does Jesus Christ know when the End Times will happen? (24:32) Angela - We attended Mass and the Deacon's wife presided over the whole mass. She came out in the garments of the priest and read the Gospel and said the homily. (25:54) Jessica - Can a non-Catholic request a Catholic funeral mass? (34:27) Jesus (email) - The end times have come up a couple times today and makes me keep wondering what the Bible says about what will happen to the Church in the end times? I thought I recall you mentioning something about it becoming corrupted or something along those lines. How does that square with what Jesus says in the Gospels on how the gates of Hell will never prevail against his church? (44:51)

Patrick Madrid brings heartfelt encouragement and practical wisdom to listeners seeking a deeper connection with their Catholic faith. He addresses questions about salvation, confession, preparing for life’s final moments, relationships, and Church teachings on difficult topics like sexuality. Uplifting stories from callers reveal how honest conversation and prayer can draw people back towards hope, family, and God’s mercy. Jeanie - Can you recommend Monasteries that do Gregorian Masses? (01:32) Frank - What do you have to say about the last hour of our life? (03:47) Matthew - You were talking about the brothers and sisters of Jesus. Mary was standing by the foot of the Cross with her sister Mary. I thought that was a slam dunk. What do you think? (09:23) Adam - My son is 17 and we’re trying to navigate teenage dating. As a father, what should I allow him to do as far as dating? (14:05) Lisa – I know a lesbian who says there's nowhere in the Bible that says homosexuality is a sin. (22:39) Anthony – Can I be forgiven if you don’t return goods that were stolen? (30:47) Jason - The gates of hell shall not prevail (39:10)

Patrick addresses timely Catholic concerns, including Bishop Burbidge’s recent call for Virginia Catholics to vote against controversial constitutional amendments, offering clear explanations on issues of life and marriage. He responds to heartfelt listener questions about confession, family conflict, purgatory, drinking in the church, and the historical roots of Catholic practices like icons. Throughout the episode, Patrick intertwines scriptural insight, personal encouragement, and practical advice for those seeking spiritual renewal and a deeper relationship with their faith. Statement of Bishop Burbidge Instructing Catholics to Vote ‘No’ on Virginia Ballot Questions 1 & 2 https://www.dailysignal.com/2026/09/13/virginia-bishop-abortion-marriage-vote/ (01:38) Tom - Can you receive communion before you do your penance? (11:05) Email - My husband and I have been married for more than 20 years and have several teenagers in the home. Over the past few years, he and the kids have made racially offensive comments, ranging from mild to quite offensive. Anthony (14-years-old) - Is swing dancing a sin? My sister's boyfriend thinks it is. (22:19) Lou - What do I tell friends when they ask me where purgatory is? (25:37) Julio (email) – Is French kissing before marriage a sin? (41:28) Tony - What were the Early Church Father's opinions on icons? (44:45)

Patrick welcomes heartfelt calls from listeners wrestling with faith, healing, and moral questions, offering both spiritual encouragement and practical resources. His conversations move from the struggles of returning to confession after serious choices to the pain and hope around family, abortion, and forgiveness, fostering space for honesty and renewal. Thoughtful exchanges about conscience, history, and the challenges of modern society run throughout, as Patrick listens, advises, and prays alongside those seeking their way back to God. Irvin - My wife was on birth control. I ended up getting a vasectomy (I know it's a mortal sin). Should I go confession? (05:22) Dave - Jesus never once addressed Mary as mother in the Bible. How come there are ten Hail Mary’s to the one Our Father in the Rosary? (13:03) Ted (email) - You read an email from a wife and mother of a prospective deacon who uses racial slurs. Amazed to follow up with the readings today that also address that. “For in one Spirit we were all baptized into one Body” and the like. The prospective deacon is not being respectful of part of the Body of Christ. (15:42) Art – I think the Lindsay Clancy stories parallel the Legend La Llorona. One of the stories is that the woman is vindictive and so she drowns her children. There are a lot of women who have done the same thing. (20:36) Mark - Does Patrick think that one can be a Catholic and be a Democrat? (38:56) Mark - I don't think people shouldn't hide behind 'men don't understand post-partem depression...' Every person suffers. (43:51) Mike - What about the children? They've been put on the altar of the pro-choice movement. (48:22)

Patrick addresses questions about forgiveness and moral responsibility, focusing on complex situations like the Lindsay Clancy case, struggles with family relationships, and end-of-life experiences. He thoughtfully responds to callers seeking faith, clarity, and consolation, offering scriptural and Catholic perspectives on issues ranging from Mary's honor in scripture to grief over suicide and the Church's teaching on unbaptized infants. The episode weaves together heartfelt testimonies, moments of spiritual encouragement, and practical advice for those searching for hope and reconnection with their faith. Eileen (email) - Dave's opinion brought to mind what I had heard from Fr. Simon on his show… (00:36) Ann (email) - Would you give me a refresher with one of your always-thorough and helpful explanations about Jesus calling Mary "Woman" rather than "Mother." Michael - Regarding Bishop Sheen's prediction about grief from abortion: does Patrick agree with Bishop Sheen's assessment from the clip Cyrus played? (08:46) Jamie - Was there no one in Clancy’s life who would have jumped in and steered the kids to safety? It seems like there is a lack of belief in spiritual evil in our world. (11:34) Anne Marie - What happens when a person is transitioning from Earth to heaven. Are there books or church documents on this? (15:04) Eileen (email) - Could it be that some women have sympathy for Lindsay Clancy because it is unthinkable to them that a woman who was in her right mind could ever kill her children? (20:04) Jim - Can can you flesh how the enmity between Eve and Serpent is connected to Mary? (24:47) Lynn - I am a pro-life conservative who thinks Clancy should not be held criminally responsible. Most people don't have all the information, I think. (25:28) Andrew – How can I forgive people who are not contrite? (34:04) John - My son passed from suicide; he was not Catholic, but I hear that he went to hell. Is that true? (43:17) Mark - What does the Catholic church teach on unborn babies that die? Do they go to hell or limbo? Is this dogma? (48:32)

Patrick answers heartfelt questions from listeners about forgiveness, spiritual renewal, and Catholic practices, weaving in personal stories and gentle encouragement for those returning to their faith. The episode features reflections on moral theology, struggles with family discord, and the meaningful symbolism behind sacraments like baptism and holy water. Throughout, Patrick creates space for vulnerability and gratitude, inviting listeners to pause, reflect, and reconnect with hope and healing. Cynthia (email) - What's PTO? (01:04) Karl (email) - How do you feel about voluntourism? Trey (email) - How can Catholic moral theology help us judge the Lindsay Clancy Trial. Helen (email) - Can you please explain what is a sin against the Holy Spirit and how does one commit such a sin? (18:37) Missy (email) – I yelled at my kids a lot and now I feel bad about how I treated them. How can I make it right? Keith (email) - Is there a chance that all your books and articles that you give out for resources will ever be on Audible? (25:24) Sad and worried mom (email) – My husband lets our kids play with Ouija boards William (email) – Why do most people take communion by hand? Angela (email) - Does forgiveness require me to stay close to someone who is inconsiderate, keep explaining how they hurt me, and hope they change—even if I don’t have the energy for that? (40:34) Kathy (email) - When John the Baptist baptized Jesus, what was that Baptism? How long had it been done? What was the purpose? (47:07)

Patrick addresses a range of emotionally charged topics, from the challenges of cultural polarization to the complexities of postpartum depression and the far-reaching impact of abortion on society. Callers and listeners share personal testimonies about loss, mental health struggles, and faith, highlighting moments of gratitude for spiritual support and guidance. The episode also investigates how the Church views Islam and explores the connections between personal choices, societal norms, and spiritual renewal. Thomas (email) – MAGA uses the American flag as a political sign (01:02) Kevin (email) - Temporal effects of sin (05:12) Gail (email) – Post Partum Depression takes a toll on many women (08:00) Audio: Lindsey Clancy woman logic (I’m just a woman so maybe I don’t understand) – 2:20 - https://x.com/johnrich/status/2097002085153685714/video/1?s=46 (17:22) Lisa - I have a different perspective. I think it boils down to health. The kind of chemicals and food we eat affects women. Women don't have to have such terrible post-partum experiences (23:07) Graig - What is the Catholic position on Islam? (28:19) Liz - About the discussion on Lindsey Clancy: I have been through post-partum. I think there is a lost opportunity to talk about post-partum. How can we better help women dealing with this? (35:07) Rae - I think postpartum is a popular buzzword. My mom went through something triggered by back-to-back pregnancy. It was borderline schizophrenia. (41:05) Robert - I think abortion is one of the biggest connections. I am really concerned this will affect women getting abortions and will add a further justification. (49:09)

Patrick addresses the emotional complexities raised by the Lindsay Clancy case, fielding passionate calls and emails from listeners wrestling with themes of forgiveness, responsibility, and justice. Conversations branch into the challenges of faith renewal, mental health, family dynamics, and the struggle to embrace Catholic teaching amid pain and controversy. Voices of gratitude, spiritual struggle, and candid testimony fill the hour with real-life stories of people searching for hope, guidance, and community. Mary (email) - The eleven jurors had it right (01:03) Alexis (email) - While it is fairly common to suffer some kind of postpartum, 99% of us are not killing our children. (03:06) Linda - I am not comfortable with the gray area that the Clancy case brings us too. What if they decide to lock women up because of hormones? (04:00) Audio: The Doctor, Latiesha Dukes, who treated Lindsay Clancy has testified that there was never signs of psychosis - https://x.com/NemeremNjoku/status/2096139092048167152/video/1?s=46 Anne - My daughter had a very serious case of post-partum and was afraid to be with her baby alone. I believe post-partum psychoses needs to be treated. (08:36) Mary Jane - I had post-partum and that is not what Lindsey had. You don't kill your kids with depression. (11:31) Sonja - I have niece who is 27 who goes to satanic rock concerts. Is she in trouble? (14:58) Caitlin (email) - I recently came back to my faith, and it is affecting my marriage. I am no longer doing certain sexual acts as I found out it in sinful to do that outside of the martial act. I don’t know how to handle these challenges as I feel like my faith is the most important thing, but I don’t want it to cause a divorce. (22:25) Kendall - I have had mental illness (25:55) Kathy - In light of Sunday's readings about forgiveness, how does it play into the Lindsay Clancy case? (28:42) Emelie (email) - How can I get my husband to understand the importance of going to confession more often? Ray – Is it wrong to plan a Eulogy for my parents before they pass? (37:39) Elizabeth - Do I have a moral obligation to intervene with a daughter who has mental illness for her daughter's safety? (39:50) Dennis (email) - What if a man did what Lindsay Clancy did.

Patrick Madrid opens this episode on the 25th anniversary of September 11th with a poignant audio montage that brings listeners back to the shock, loss, and bravery witnessed on that tragic day. First-hand stories from callers, along with Patrick’s own vivid memories, blend the immediacy of lived experience with the enduring grief and resilience that shaped a nation. Patrick reflects on how 9/11 changed the collective soul of Americans, highlights the acts of selfless courage, and keeps alive the importance of remembering the victims and the faith that sustained so many during those dark hours. Audio: 9/11 Montage from Glen Beck - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G6_LcD4WRlA Audio: Compilation of historical 9/11 footage (The raw clips themselves were filmed by various news crews and bystanders on September 11, 2001) - https://x.com/SlimWiggy/status/2092095340744671362 (05:41) Audio: Brooke Jackan’s last voicemail to her family - https://x.com/realredsd/status/2097117791526490594/video/1?s=46 (18:18) Audio: 9/11 calls on 9/11 - https://x.com/realredsd/status/2097119687477735824/video/1?s=46 (19:57) Jeff - We need to remember there was a 4th plane headed for the White House that was taken over by people and crashed in Pennsylvania. Also, the people in New Brunswick Canada took care of stranded Americans. (22:16) Audio: Flight 93 call from flight attendant CeeCee Lyels - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jo7VbSMECg4 (26:00) Audio: Katrina Mario’s husband Kenny was a fireman on 911 and he kissed his kids goodbye - https://x.com/Francin28577060/status/2098096388324413542?s=20 (27:44) , NYPD Officer Moira Smith, was killed helping guide people out of the south tower on 911 - https://x.com/NY1/status/2098154270562431429/video/1?s=46 (30:05) Anne Marie - I lived through 9/11 and could see people jumping from the top of the World Trade Center (37:26) Val - My son was an air traffic controller on 9/11 and he was told that all planes would divert to the nearest airports. (41:20)

Emotional testimonies pour in from survivors, first responders, and everyday people who recall the shock, fear, and community spirit that rose up in the aftermath of 9/11, sharing honest conversations about vulnerability, patriotism, and the enduring need for hope and prayer. Patrick highlights the complexities of grief, the heroism of those on the front lines, and the lasting lessons that continue to shape hearts and inspire renewed devotion. Audio: British 911 survivor Janice Brooks, who escaped from the 84th floor of the South Tower, describes what it was like inside the building when United Airlines Flight 175 struck - https://x.com/Independent/status/2098125209576280365/video/1?s=46 (00:08) Anita - I was living in England on 9/11 and remember a phone call from my daughter that day. (02:11) Kathleen – I was in San Francisco and on my way to mass. I immediately thought it was an accident. At work we were all watching. I always go to Mass on this day. (06:45) Michael – I was a NYC police officer during 9/11. (11:37) Cathy - I was outside close to the Pentagon on 9/11. I heard an explosion. (15:43) Audio: San Francisco flight attendant Betty Ong remembered as 9/11 hero https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G-5krYFvrdY (18:31) Patty - I am overwhelmed by how many firefighters died and also the volunteers that came who died. (21:53) Muriel - I worked at the World Financial Center. The bus could not get through and stopped by Battery Park. Driver said there was a fire at the Trade Center. Police also stopped me and I thought he was being overzealous, so I went anyway. (25:32) Kathleen - I was working at an Air National Guard base. We had police in Detroit there that day. We turned on TV, which is not something done at military base. Police raced back to check situation there. (28:44) Samuel - I really appreciate the conversation about 9/11. I am only 29 was only 4-years-old and in preschool. I am part of the last generation of people who remember. (33:02) John - I was across the river, and my parish lost a few members. Comment on dancing in the streets. I lost touch with a person because of this. (39:01) Audio: Palestinians CELEBRATED - https://x.com/michaeldickson/status/2098322789153268122 (41:36) Clare - My husband and I were in different states that day. I remember some people took advantage of the situation and increased gas prices (43:43) Francis - I was a flight attendant for American Airlines and did flight 77's route. I saw how this ruined people's lives. People I knew were on Pentagon flight. I had friends who were working that day. Were scattered after this. (47:45)

Patrick Madrid reflects on the 25th anniversary of 9/11 with heartfelt honesty, sharing personal memories, the enduring aftermath, and the faith that helps people endure tragedy. Callers from different walks of life recount where they were, how the events reshaped their lives, and moments when they turned back to prayer, confession, and faith in the face of suffering. In this hour, gratitude mingles with loss and questions about faith and unity in a changed world, while stories of courage, spiritual renewal, and raw emotion unfold. Audio: Montage of 9/11 phone calls - https://x.com/SECNAV/status/2098371340684206469 (00:09) Joe - I was in Fort Lauderdale that morning. I remember being turned away from the airport and wasn't sure when I could get home. (03:05) Katie - I really appreciate this program. I appreciate the firsthand accounts I am hearing. This day personally affected me. I was raised Catholic but away from Church. This day tipped the scale for me coming back to faith. (06:42) Rolando - I wanted to say that a war veteran saved people from Morgan Stanley. He was in the South Tower. He told people to get at out and go down the stairs. People were singing God Bless America. He ran back in to get more people. (08:51) Patrick shares some of the many emails received during the show today Audio: What happened on 911 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QGXrZsX_1fU (18:36) Mark - Is the Muslim religion a religion of peace or a religion of making problems? What is your perspective? (23:52) Jamie - I was pregnant and my son was born 2 months later. Now he is working at cyber security. (32:36) Ian - This event influenced my life, even though I was born after. I am active-duty US Military and can share some little-known facts about Flight 893. (35:16) Audio: Adam Carolla’s Land Acknowledgement - https://x.com/overton_news/status/2097831715200700801?s=20 (39:04) Mary - I was starting a new job at my local high school. We ran a day care for teens moms at the high school in Aurora, IL. We wanted to calm moms worried about their babies. Now those babies are young adults. (40:02) Michael - Not a US citizen. I was in Germany and at a conference. It felt eerie. (43:42) Matthew - We have to reflect on what we learned, and what is it that makes us weak and susceptible? How can we turn the culture away from evil, abortion, contraception, etc? (46:27) Gabbie - I was getting ready to go to work and saw this on TV. I was working for a Catholic Tour company. (47:59) Michelle - I want to remember John O'Neill who worked for the FBI, he was the head of security of the Twin Towers, he knew something big was going to happen. He started this investigation on Al-Qaeda (49:31)

Patrick begins the episode with a thoughtful listener email about the challenges and frustrations of using AI platforms as a mental health practitioner, sparking a lively back-and-forth with Cyrus about technology, language choices, and the potential for both bias and trickery in artificial intelligence. The conversation widens to the reliability of online content, the dangers of deepfakes, and concerns about truthfulness in an era of rapidly advancing digital tools, all while listeners chime in with their own questions about Church history, faith, and how to respond to those who question Catholic teachings. Throughout, Patrick weaves in moments of humor, personal stories, and historical insights, creating an engaging and thought-provoking journey for listeners seeking clarity and encouragement. Email – Why can a paid AI note-taking tool refuse a therapist’s request to use “husband,” “wife,” “he,” and “she” in her own couple notes, and who decides what language and information AI systems will or won’t allow? (01:19) John - Was St. Peter's Square used as an execution site during the days of the Roman Empire? (23:16) Elijah - What do you think about the downside of AI? Can't AI have a downside? (27:08) Andy - My question is about Jeremiah. Pagans are worshipping the 'Queen of Heaven'. Some accuse Catholics of worshipping Mary because of this in the Bible? How can I respond? (41:08) Richard - Do you agree that just voting for the sake of money is immoral? I think the War in Iran is a good example. (45:17)

Patrick explores timely questions about the intersection of faith, technology, and daily life, drawing listeners into conversations ranging from the ethical concerns surrounding AI and its potential influence on society, to the significance of prayer and sacraments in moments of spiritual need. Personal stories and heartfelt inquiries on birthdays, grief, and parish life invite both community and gratitude, while practical advice addresses the challenges facing those rediscovering or deepening their Catholic faith. Fr. Jim (email) – Perhaps the knee-jerk negative reaction to AI is from all the movies and tv shows that show it in a negative light (01:20) Paul (email) - Today is the one-year anniversary of Charlie Kirk's murder. Were you planning to discuss that in any way? Victoria - What does a seven-year-old need to get first Holy Communion? Does my kid have to participate in the Church's family program before receiving the Sacrament? (07:11) Steve - I think AI seems fine in the cloud but if we give it hands and feet then that is when we could be in trouble. What do you think? (09:01) Joe - It is not all or nothing. I think that a fully automated airplane could be possible as long as pilot is still present. (22:54) Luis (email) - If only AI pilots a plane in the future there will be no pilots, of course the same can be said of all professions. Patrick in Central Valley - I am going back to OCIA. Could mosquitoes before the Fall have fixed genetic defects, but because of the Fall we get sick? (32:56) Kaylee - How does your family celebrate birthdays? (39:04) Debbie - My mom recently passed away. She was not Christian. What will happen to her soul? (43:27) Bob - Why haven't we heard anything about the religion of Dolly Parton or Lindsay Clancy? Phillip - When we pray, when we are out of the state of grace, does God hear our prayers? (47:44)

Patrick brings listeners an engaging mix of lighthearted banter, technology talk, and heartfelt faith questions, exploring issues ranging from deepfakes of Fulton Sheen to Catholic sacramental validity, the evolution of media standards, and personal struggles with comparison, envy, and faith. Callers share stories of worry, gratitude, doubt, and renewed hope while Patrick provides theology, encouragement, and practical wisdom rooted in the Catholic tradition. Through candid conversations, humor, and moments of vulnerability, Patrick inspires those longing for spiritual renewal and deeper trust in God’s love and mercy. Audio: AI Bishop Sheen disagrees with Patrick Madrid (00:40) Toni - The wine at my parish had Elderberry in it. If the wine is illicit, then the host used for the consecration was also invalid? (07:02) Efrank - How come during Vatican II they allowed daily Mass? (11:40) Joe - Why do people use the name of God in vain on network TV? (15:09) Quick history on cursing and blasphemy being used on network television (21:01) Tiffany - How do you persevere in the faith if you find yourself struggling with a sin and bad habits? (27:15) Monique – Regarding the show Friends: One of the main script writers purposely put anti-Catholic stuff on the show. (37:23) Joseph - Catechism 10:33-36: It doesn’t say anything about Catholics dying without absolution would go to Hell. (38:29) Lorraine - How can I undo the wrong statement I said against the Lord? I want to correct it. (46:27)

Patrick begins the episode by addressing the importance of AM radio and encourages listeners to support its continued presence in vehicles, then shifts to discuss the growing trend of family estrangement fueled by social media ideologies. He explores questions about liturgical music, explains theological nuances in the sacraments and the creed, and provides heartfelt advice to callers wrestling with difficult family situations, especially around faith, baptism, and participation in non-Catholic ceremonies. Throughout, Patrick highlights real-life struggles with faith, generational divides, and the challenge of holding fast to Catholic principles amidst pressure to conform. Patrick recommends the book, “No Contact” by Noelle Mering. Here’s Drew Mariani talking to Noelle Mering: https://relevantradio.com/2026/07/going-no-contact-with-noelle-mering/ (03:26) Paul - I am reading a book about sacred music. When Vatican II talks about Latin and Gregorian chant, are churches going against the Church when they don't use these? (13:15) Maria - Some prayers say in Baptism, “we die with Christ”. What does that mean? (21:56) Ron - How do I deal with the rebaptism of my teenage granddaughter? (27:29) Melodye (email) - Grandparents should attend the baptism to show love and keep family peace, even if they disagree, because that moment happens only once and staying away risks lasting estrangement. Dave - Is it wrong for me to go on pilgrimage versus spending the money to help people in my community? (40:34) Maria - I think that not attending the service gives the impression you don't care about the family. (46:51)

Patrick welcomes listeners to a heartfelt hour as callers share stories of faith, struggle, and decision-making in the face of family tension and serious illness. Deep emotions unfold as Maria expresses her pain about doing what she believes is right even when it threatens closeness with loved ones, while Cheryl seeks guidance on inviting her ailing brother back to prayer and church. Patrick offers scriptural encouragement and personal conviction about living with integrity, encouraging listeners to trust that even when faithfulness feels isolating, God walks with them through heartache. Patrick continues his conversation with Maria from the end of the last hour about attending non-Catholic church services (01:44) Cheryl - What is a good book or comment to help my brother return to the faith? He is 70 and his health is failing. (20:22) Bill – Respectfully disagrees about attending non-Catholic services. (24:07) Sam - What is the difference between Ascension and Assumption? (42:00) Bill - What do you think about the FSSP? (44:28)

Patrick welcomes heartfelt calls from listeners grappling with faith, family boundaries, and spiritual renewal, highlighting moments of encouragement, struggle, and reconciliation. The episode features personal testimonies on loving family members while holding to Catholic convictions, overcoming anxiety through surrender to God, and the transformative power of persistent prayer. Questions about confession, intercessory prayer, church teachings, and authentic friendship in Christ surface throughout, offering listeners both comfort and clarity rooted in biblical wisdom. Bethany - I just want to say that not being able to attend these weddings is the right decision. You will find friends in people that will respect your decisions. (00:30) Bella - I am an Orthodox Christian. What is the difference if the son is getting married and they both believe in Jesus Christ? Where is the sin here? (10:09) Kristin - I don't think that there is always a risk of not attending a wedding of a family member. I think that kids will appreciate the true witness eventually. (15:08) Christine - My 20-year-old son asked me why I need to go to a priest for Confession? How can I answer my son's question in a relevant way? (20:42) Why Confess Your Sins to a Fellow Sinner? - https://patrickmadrid.substack.com/p/why-confess-your-sins-to-a-fellow Rick - In CCC 2675, it talks about Mary and her cooperation with the Holy Spirit as an intercessor. How do I explain this to my non-Catholic family members? (27:51) Mary Ellen - What is the difference between diocesan and religious order priests? (32:56) Joseph – The Sacrament of marriage cannot be replicated, so we should honor it (39:03) George - What happens if I don't know if I have any sins when I go to confession? (45:39) Vito - Are there any stigmatics in modern day times? (48:41)

Patrick shares heartfelt reflections on aging, loss, and faith, recounting his father’s journey with Alzheimer’s and his mother’s cancer, while listeners call in to offer stories of love, hope, and spiritual endurance. The discussion explores lessons learned from sudden and gradual loss, the importance of preparation for life’s uncertainties, and the healing role of faith and community support. Through gratitude, vulnerability, and practical wisdom, Patrick connects deeply with those longing to return to a vibrant spiritual life, inspiring listeners to cherish every moment and recommit to prayer and reconciliation. Patrick shares the pain and difficult journey many of us take as our parents get older (00:36) Barbara - My husband experienced what you are talking about. I was frustrated that I couldn't be there for him. Is there any counseling service in Church that would help these people? (18:14) Carol - Relevant Radio has brought me deeper in faith and what you are talking about is amazing. (22:52) Rhonda - What happens to your soul and body when you die? My mother-in law passed recently from Alzheimer’s. I believe things will get better. (26:40) Nancy - My situation with my mother for Alzheimer’s was not sad. My parents were married for 73 years. I saw it as a blessing. (35:33) Sandy - You recommended the ABC's of choosing a good husband. I got the book and gave it to my daughter. She had 3 objections. Can you help me address these? (41:35)

Patrick addresses questions from listeners on faith, Catholic traditions, and spiritual renewal, touching on topics like the meaning of relics, the trauma and lessons of 9/11, and the importance of family within the church community. He listens to heartfelt stories, offers guidance for those struggling to reconnect with their faith, and encourages every caller to seek spiritual growth, whether it involves returning to confession, talking through difficult memories, or supporting loved ones in their journey home to the church. Gratitude and compassion fill the air as Patrick creates a welcoming space where listeners find the encouragement and inspiration they need to move forward. Alice - Why is it that Catholics appear to worship the dead? They have relics. (00:46) Betty Ann – There is a Pieta statue I want to buy, but Mary is touching the knee. I thought this was inappropriate. Should I avoid buying this statue? (06:56) AJ - I am Gen Z. What lessons can my generation learn from 9/11? (09:46) Patrick in Monterey, CA - What do you think of Churches who change pronouns for God during readings? (24:47) Jack - I love how you create a family atmosphere on your show. (26:56) Steve - I offered money for 1st class relics. They are bones and I put them on our mantle. Is the mantle where they were sitting now a 3rd class relic? (30:54) Lynda - I was in NYC for 9/11. I wanted to let you know that 18 firemen in my neighborhood died. My neighbor's son died that day too. (33:45) Teri - My dad wasn't Catholic but became Catholic. Can he still have a Catholic burial? (38:23) Angela (email) - Regarding kneelers in church Gale - Can I attend a bar mitzvah? Can my Catholic brother give a blessing there? (46:54)

Patrick addresses heartfelt questions from callers grappling with challenges to their faith, loss, and family tensions, offering warm encouragement and practical advice rooted in Catholic teaching. He reflects on difficult topics like attending a non-Catholic grandchild’s baptism, the responsibility of godparents, and the pain of witnessing loved ones stray from the faith. Listeners also share stories of loss, caregiving, and rediscovering their spiritual path, prompting Patrick to emphasize conviction, compassion, and the enduring importance of prayer and presence. Pete - My 3-year-old grandson was baptized a year ago. My son is going to rebaptize him in a Protestant Church. Is this ok? (00:32) Brian – Shouldn’t the parents get out of the way and let the kids raise their family their own way? (14:20) Patrick shares emails from listeners sharing their 9/11 experiences (20:13) Lisa (email) - My father died very suddenly leaving my mom in the midst of Alzheimer’s, and I was thrust into caring for her. It was one of the hardest years of my life. It was also one of the biggest blessings Elizabeth (email) - Your dad with Alzheimer’s is such a gift right now Alicia (email) - I slowly lost my parents as their health declined (my mom had Alzheimer's and my dad kidney failure) and dealing with their dying within four days of each other Miki (email) You mentioned in the past a book you wrote for girls and boys on finding the right spouse. John - What is the role of godparents in a situation where kids are rebaptized in another faith? (26:39) Monica - We are powerless when it comes to other people's decisions. It’s possible to find peace when divorce comes against your will (28:55) Carlos - My kids want to know how dinosaurs work their way into the bible which don't mention them in the creation story? Michael - Can a loved one see us from heaven? (33:22) James - What is your opinion on incorrupt saints' bodies? I heard Lenin's body is incorrupt. What is your opinion? (38:33) Jerry – The pastor at school would not allow children of gay parents to enroll in the school. Does the pastor have that prerogative? (40:33) Natalie - If you knew someone was coming to hurt your family, does that justify ending a child’s life so they would not be brutally murdered? (47:35)

Patrick threads together questions of Catholic identity, deep family ties, and unexpected moments from the news, moving from the evolution of the Baltimore Catechism to the nuance of Orthodox-Catholic liturgical participation and the tension of honoring parents amid religious shifts. In one breath, he sorts out canon law’s changes, in another, he walks with a teenager inching toward faith and wrestles with listeners' real-life struggles about justice and generosity in marriage. Fast-moving, raw, sometimes blunt, Patrick probes both doctrine and doubt within Church debates and cultural flashpoints, all while keeping an eye on the messier side of truth. Fr. Gustavo López (email) - According to Article 47 of the 1970 Directory for the Application of Principles and Norms on Ecumenism, a Catholic for certain reasons could attend an Orthodox Sunday liturgy and it would fulfill his or her Sunday Obligation. That article was deleted when the Directory was revised in 1993; therefore, attending an Orthodox liturgy no longer fulfills a Catholic's Sunday obligation. (01:27) Matthew - Should the Baltimore Catechism have gone beyond the 60s and 70s? (06:24) Brady (email) – I’m 14 and want to get back into Church, but I don’t want to face criticism from my family Email - Are there passages from Sacred Scripture, the Catechism of the Catholic Church, or other Church documents that explain a husband's duties regarding family wealth, stewardship, and caring for his wife in a valid second marriage? (20:28) Audio: Fauci 2022: “I am very happy to testify before any congressional oversight committee. I have nothing to hide. I can explain and validate everything that I’ve done. - 30 - https://x.com/nataliegwinters/status/2082550593143611878 (35:14) Audio: Rand Paul -- “There will be repercussions to your refusal to testify today.” – 1min - https://x.com/overton_news/status/2082457710038036812?s=20 (36:07) Jim - Things were moving fast during COVID, and Fauci was doing the best that he could with what limited information he had. (37:20) Audio: JFK JR on Fauci having a Pulmonary Infarction after being vaccinated - https://x.com/overton_news/status/2082645786148446500/video/1?s=46 (44:58) Originally Aired on 07-30-2026

Patrick examines how the public’s trust unraveled during the COVID-19 pandemic, threading together raw stories of hospital reporting, misclassified deaths, frustrated teachers, and families caught off guard by shifting mandates. Honest voices hint at personal scars, especially in students’ behavior and anxiety, as Patrick questions how justice, forgiveness, and accountability might coexist when truth feels so scarce. Bureaucratic responses, ethical concerns, and the collision of hope with disappointment set the tone as he stirs reflection on what should change before the world faces another upheaval. Joline - I went in for pneumonia and when I was discharged my paper said COVID. (00:59) Audio: History should remember how the unvaccinated were treated by these people – 2:15 - https://x.com/KellyLMcCarty/status/2082422837948662092 (09:14) Audio: Fauci "you're attacking science and the truth" when you attack Anthony Fauci – 20sec - https://x.com/mazemoore/status/2082475031100006446?s=20 Theresa - My husband died in 2020 and they put COVID on his death certificate, but he died from kidney failure. (12:24) Joe - I just want to chime in on the Covid death stats. I was working as state trooper during 2020. Autopsy said they had COVID yet clearly died in crash. Still listed as a COVID death. (14:39) Kate - My husband fell a few years ago and had to go to hospital. His lungs were clear but they put him as having COVID. (24:13) Sharon - I am an ICU nurse. I want to add that, yes, the doctors did write down COVID on death certificates. It is because hospitals like mine needed the money. (27:43) Nick - How can we let go about all the COVID stuff and forgive Fauci? I want to move on and forgive him. (33:28) Audio: US Government and Health Officials Lie about Covid Vaccine Preventing Transmission - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=56nhx3UGm-4 (40:57) Liz - I'm a nurse, worked during the pandemic. Covid really broke the healthcare system and how we look at things. (44:22) Originally Aired on 07-30-2026

Patrick opens up the lines to COVID stories and raw memories, letting listeners share what the pandemic really cost or changed for them, with grief, disagreement, resilience, moments of unexpected grace, doubt, and faith all tangled together. This hour puts the spotlight on the struggles with mandates, medical ethics, and trust, touching on everything from family loss and confused protocols to the support of priests and the rediscovery of faith after years away. Tension fills the air alongside gratitude as Patrick keeps the conversation honest, moving from questions about authority to stories of surviving, searching, and starting again. James - I am a registered nurse from San Antonio, TX. I remember being called in for hospice service. A gentleman who was dying did test positive for COVID, died 4 days later, but he was already dying of kidney failure. I feel like this was a gray area. (01:07) Mary - I'm and ER nurse. I saw all the horror of COVID. (04:52) Nancy - A year ago, I discovered Relevant Radio. You helped me come home to the Catholic Church. (09:18) Liz - I was vaccinated and got COVID four times. The last time it affected my lungs. (17:24) Tim - I work from home exclusively. My job was threatened if I didn't take the COVID vaccine even though my job was remote. (21:10) Audio: Trust the science montage - https://x.com/adamcarolla/status/2082812509443240071/video/1 (25:37) Joanne - The corruption during covid was terrible. (30:37) Melissa – My husband was a government worker, and he was sent home for two months before quitting because he refused to get vaccinated (33:56) Patrick shares some of the many emails that have come in today in response to Fauci, COVID and the overwhelming bullying to push the vaccine (38:07) Elizabeth - I'm a Canadian citizen living in USA. Fauci had caused a lot of terrible things, affected my own family. Brother arrested because he was not vaccinated. (46:03) Originally Aired on 07-30-2026

Patrick steers the conversation toward faith and family, weighing how Catholic teaching shapes the heart, while unexpected memories of '70s rock bands surface alongside stories of conversion and ancient cathedrals humming with tourists. He addresses questions of burial practices, disability access at Mass, and whether evangelizing actually puts more souls at risk, throwing these thoughts together with humor and a human touch. Listeners get honesty and plenty of surprise as Patrick moves from worn church pews to the sounds of Van Halen, never staying in one lane for long. Jody (email) – How can I convince my husband to become Catholic? (00:42) Dominic - What are your thoughts on St. Patrick's in NY. Mass is going on while tourists are going through. (07:58) Bruce - It is hard for us to get a ride to church as two blind people. People view us as a liability. (17:11) Nancy (email) – Question about science and colonoscopies (22:05) Marianne (email) - Cremation vs Burial Daniel (email) - I have tried numerous times Not To Go directly before the altar however each time I enter, I feel very strongly called and drawn to approach the altar and take one knee to genuflect. It's a feeling I cannot shake no matter what when I enter a church or chapel. Danny (email) – Why do we evangelize when more people could be saved without evangelization? (46:21) Originally Aired on 08-10-2026

Patrick opens with hard-hitting questions on salvation and evangelization, confronting listeners with challenging truths from Scripture about who really enters heaven. He weaves a vivid analogy likening salvation to hitting a dartboard’s center, pressing the urgency of embracing the Catholic faith fully and honestly wrestling with its demands. Addressing topics from holy death and prayers for the dead to reverence at Mass and the nuances of valid Catholic marriage, Patrick moves fast, never shying from uncomfortable realities or pressing listeners to think deeper about their journey. Email - Why do we evangelize when more people can be saved without evangelization? (00:38) Diane - I pray for the holy souls all the time. Is it wrong for me to pray for mine and my husband's soul since no one else will? (13:22) Joe - I think it is appropriate to genuflect before the Tabernacle. I am assuming there is no Church stance on this, so it is an opinion issue. (23:07) Carol – What is your opinion on the necessity of the convalidation of a marriage later in life after 36 years of marriage? I’m trying to return to Church. (30:49) Patrick in Florida - I had a mass offered for my father this weekend. They only mentioned his name in the prayers of the faithful. Does this count as indeed being offered for him? (47:19) Originally Aired on 08-10-2026

Patrick fields questions that range from how to keep the Sunday Mass obligation while traveling for a wedding, to the confusion surrounding confessing sins by number and type or with personal detail. He encounters raw marital crises, addressing the pain of separation and the search for healing in couples teetering between annulment and reconciliation, all while balancing obedience to Church authority about liturgical changes like communion rails. Unexpected turns arise— sometimes compassion intertwines with hard truths—reminding listeners that faith roots itself in humility, perseverance, and the willingness to offer personal struggle as prayer. Scott - My wife and son are flying back Sunday from Guatemala. There’s a wedding on Saturday afternoon and they can't go to the vigil mass. What can they do about their Sunday obligation? (01:05) Aaron and Amelia – Can children use number and kind for confession? How can I better prepare my children for confession? (05:28) Caleb - My wife saw another man while we were temporarily separated and is now looking for an annulment. (20:07) Mary (email) – Our pastor made an announcement saying that a bishop had visited the church and told them they could no longer use the communion rail to distribute communion. (34:58) Rick - I went through a marriage and sought an annulment because our deacon said we needed a 'lack of form' annulment to invalidate the house marriage (41:01) John - Do we know who wrote the book of Hebrews in the Bible? (44:57) Kate - Both of my parents divorced three times. The Devil can come to you in a pretty way and with nice words. (45:55) Joe - Whole family had an encounter with Christ while sister-in-law was dying and had last rites. Originally Aired on 08-10-2026

Patrick explores pressing listener questions about Catholic practices, why posture at Mass matters, and what true unity looks like when traditions shift unexpectedly. Scriptural references and personal stories fuel a wide-ranging exchange on receiving Communion with the right preparation, the impact of Church history on faith, and facing challenges from Jehovah’s Witnesses or Mormons at the door. Those conversations stretch from investigating the label “Roman Catholic” to untangling misunderstandings about the sacraments, all while encouraging listeners to keep pursuing clarity and reverence in their faith journey. Kip (email) - As a cradle Catholic who has always knelt in reverence after the Lamb of God, I was so disturbed by the complete lack of kneeling and overall irreverence during the Liturgy of the Eucharist at a new parish I tried yesterday that it felt like a Protestant service and has left me convinced such practices are eroding belief in Christ’s true presence in the Eucharist and leading the flock astray. (00:46) Mark - I thought that being born again was enough. Why do I need 7 sacraments? (05:21) Dan - You gave me research to do on the early Church, and I now agree with you. Can you give me details on Linus, Cletus and Clement? (20:46) Kathy - How do I deal with Jehovah's Witnesses? Also thank you for the advice you gave me 2 months ago. (37:59) Rafael - Why are we referred to as Roman Catholics? Originally Aired on 07-27-2026

Patrick opens the lines to questions on everything from the nuances of calling oneself Catholic versus Roman Catholic, to the thorny spaces of marriage, conversion, and sacramental life when couples move at different speeds. He moves between callers wrestling with Protestant arguments on faith and works, personal battles with divorce, haunting memories of abortion, and even speculation about the glorified resurrected body and incorrupt saints. Unexpected candor and tension ripple beneath discussions as Patrick brings clarity and hope, offering listeners both practical steps and spiritual encouragement. Patrick continues his conversation with Rafael from the previous hour about by we are referred to as “Roman Catholics” Rick - I had a discussion with a Protestant and quoted James about faith and works. He said that the Book of James was just for the Jews and not for non-Jewish people. (06:21) Deidra - I heard your comment about the Holy Ghost. When 120 disciples were up in the upper room, they had the power to speak in tongues but didn’t have power to heal. People don’t speak in tongues anymore. (10:34) Jake - Why is a couple forced to be married in the Church if both are Catholic, but if only one is Catholic they are not required to be married in the Church? (16:56) Juan – My wife had an abortion many years ago and I still have guilt (33:52) Stuart - What are the anatomical features of the resurrected body? (40:01) Don - Encourages the last caller to not go through divorce and to stick it out (46:17) Originally Aired on 07-27-2026

Patrick explores the blessings and struggles Catholic families encounter, from moms torn between income and being with their kids to the Church’s teachings about burial, relics, and sacramental marriage. He answers questions on choosing faith-driven paths in a world of mixed messages, why certain Church practices matter, and how civil law interacts with belief. Through vivid stories and heartfelt exchanges, Patrick reveals how grace and patience thread through ordinary days, rooting people in hope even as life gets messy. Carmen (email) - You really think it's ok for a mom to quit her job and go on food stamps so the family can live on her husband's income? Wouldn't you think this would be a reason to limit family size using NFP, rather than going on welfare? (00:38) Rose - Why do bodies need to be buried? What’s wrong with cremation and keeping the ashes? (03:30) John - What is the reason we pray the prayer of St. Michael at the end of Mass? (09:32) Donna - How is it that the Catholic church makes relics out of the bodies of the Saints and spreads the body parts across the world? (10:53) Fred – Women should stay home and raise the family. Let your husband take care of the bills. (13:04) Scott - What is the definition of marriage? (15:08) Steffanie - I stopped teaching so I can be with my third baby. It’s not easy. (24:50) Stacy - Are priests not doing a good job warning people about going to hell? (30:22) Katherine - My son and daughter-in-law are meeting with the priest about becoming Catholic. During a recent meeting, the priest said he can go to confession (about marrying civilly) and go to Holy Communion. Would he be compounding sin upon sin? (40:45) Annette - I was looking for a new car, and a great surprise came through! (44:54) Michelle - I would like all parents to know that when kids are noisy at Mass, I am not bothered at all. The fact that there are there is a blessing and a joy (48:07) Lory - Stay at home moms: I was able to do that also. I had my own business and I was able to bring them with me. So many people told me that I should put my kids in day care. (49:57) Originally Aired on 07-27-2026

Patrick fields questions on everything from distinctions between mortal and venial sin to the practical fears and joys of raising a large Catholic family, weaving scriptural references and personal anecdotes throughout. Deep sincerity and humor mix as Patrick responds to commentary about Catholic Bible translations, rituals at Mass, the role of priests—even when they're in mortal sin—and cultural phenomena like “The Chosen,” urging listeners to keep Scripture at the center. One moment lingers on trust in God’s providence for growing families; another, on tuning out the clatter of criticism directed at the Pope and Church, offering practical encouragement grounded in lived faith. Bridget (email) - Isn't every sin mortal? (00:49) Trisha (email) – What’s a good solid Catholic bible? (06:21) Peter – Is it true that the USCCB said no more bells should be rung during Mass. Can't be right...also, when did Christianity start? (09:42) Max - Wife and I recently had a baby and we are discussing NFP. We want a big family. Where is the line between prudence and selfishness? (11:35) Gabriel - My wife and I had 7 seven kids within 8.5 years. I want to share my perspective in relation to this current call! (24:09) Dustin - As a Catholic, is watching The Chosen going to influence our take on the Bible in a negative way or positive way? (28:51) Kurt - Wondering about the Eucharist: if the priest is in mortal sin, is he able to consecrate the host? Is it the priest or Christ consecrating the host? (37:20) Terry – The priest today had all the children come up near the altar after the eucharistic prayer and he explain everything to them. (42:40) Originally Aired on 07-17-2026

Patrick offers insight on tough family situations, Catholic apologetics, forgiveness, and faith struggles, switching from serious to humorous in a heartbeat. He answers questions about estrangement, church controversies, the afterlife, and overcoming regret. Wisdom, encouragement, and relief land side by side as Patrick fields anxious callers, breaks down doctrine, and finds laughter in the ordinary. Jennifer - Please recommend a Bible for 17-year-old nephew who has had no religious formation. I’m feeling inspired but need advice. (00:42) Ben - 1 Corinthians 2:16: St. Paul says we have the mind of Christ. What does that mean? (06:18) Lee (email) – You guys think you’re so funny (12:22) Jan - Can you recommend a book or program for high school boys to teach them to become men through a Catholic lens? (16:23) Ellie (email) - You took a call this morning from a gentleman who asked if the Hindu religion is older than Christianity and you said, yes, it is, but big deal. You also frequently remind us of the chronology of Catholicism vis-a-vis the umpteen Protestant denominations and you emphasize that, look, Catholicism is older than all of those others. Why, then, don't you say that Hinduism is older than Catholicism, so maybe Hinduism is on to something? I guess what I'm asking is, how can we have it both ways? How can we dismiss everything that came after Catholicism but we don't dismiss Catholicism which came after Hinduism? (22:45) Jose - My brother drifted away from Church. He sends me daily devotionals, but they don't agree with our Faith. How should I handle this? (27:55) Lori (email) – Is it OK to go to a free clinic that is operated by a mosque? (32:03) James - A friend said if you die, you cannot be judged or go to heaven or hell because Jesus hasn't come back yet, so where do they go in the meantime? (37:47) AC (email) - How can I finally forgive myself for yelling at and spanking my oldest son too much as a young, unsupported mother with a controlling husband, despite his forgiveness, my therapy, confessions, life improvements, return to faith, and prayers that only bring temporary relief before triggers return? (43:09) Originally Aired on 07-17-2026

Patrick answers questions from callers wrestling with faith differences in marriage, the boundaries of attending non-Catholic services, and Catholic teachings on prayer and the Mass. Humor and warmth cut through discussions of Adventist-Catholic divisions, the meaning of church bells, and why prayers matter even when God already knows the outcome. Jane - Husband grew up 7th Day Adventist and still attends, and he wants me to go with. Is that okay, since he also goes with me to Mass on Sunday? (00:32) Chuck - I was diagnosed with prostate cancer and every test I kept hearing the Keep Going guy and Jesus I trust in You. (14:42) Diane - Is it okay for the priest not to say the Gloria and Creed in daily masses and is that the same for the weekend masses? (19:56) Anne - Can loved ones who have died see what we are going through? Should we pray for or to them for intercession? (22:28) Jesus - I think you could also say 'Sigue Adelante' for Spanish translation of Keep Going! (28:51) Kathy - We had 7th Day Adventists who were the nicest neighbors. We need to get to know the individual. We shouldn’t discourage the woman from attending her husband’s church. (31:23) Pat - If a bishop is going against canon law, does the priest still have an obligation to obey him? (33:11) Andrew - I was asked to play at a Lutheran Church. I'm Catholic, so would that be scandalous? (40:55) Elly - Why do the Church bells ring? (45:29) Dan - I know God answers in his own time, but I wonder if God is going to do what he wants to do anyway, why should we keep praying? (48:03) Originally Aired on 07-17-2026

Patrick takes the microphone to wrestle with questions about church authority, faith, and conscience, addressing misconceptions about Catholic teaching on salvation and exploring the tension between so-called legalism and a genuine relationship with God, using analogies from family rules to traffic laws. He fields raw listener dilemmas, from marital struggles to the odd presence of a Buddha statue, and traces the roots of priestly ordination through history, threading wisdom from saints and scripture through each exchange. In every moment, he leans into the messiness, persistent in pursuit of clarity and truth. Ken (email) – It’s sad to hear the bad information you gave to a little kid (00:48) Email - What's the best way to respond to a "non-denominational" (which just sounds like another domination) Christian who gives the usual relationship vs religion/legalism argument against the Catholic Church? Sylvia (email) - Is it okay according to my church to separate from my husband of 26 years after 10+ years of no intimacy, his suspected cheating and possible attraction to men that disturbs my close relationship with God, when I only stayed for financial reasons, am tired of the lies, and now prioritize my faith at age 57? (19:31) James (email) – What should I do with this Budda statue? Ceci (email) - Is it true that each priest is able to trace their ordination lineage back to the Apostles? (39:30) Martin (email) - What is the higher good? Obeying one's conscience (and who gets to decide at what point the conscience is well-formed??) or obeying authority? I am thinking right now in particular of the situation with the SSPX. Originally Aired on 07-16-2026

Patrick welcomes questions about everything from liturgical norms like kneelers and communion bread to sticking with faith during family tensions or parish controversies, moving from one topic to the next with candor. He responds to concerns about traditional Catholic practices, the decisions of bishops, and challenges posed by ideologically driven parishes or universities, often linking personal anecdotes to broader church issues. Conversations veer from stories about music and shopping malls to tough moments like protecting an aging parent or upholding Church teaching in complex family situations. Derek (email) – Which version of the Ave Maria do you use on the show? The answer is Aria. (01:20) Joe – SSPX: Why is the Pope excommunicating more traditionalist bishops of SSPX and not dealing with the current more liberal bishops? (06:35) Joshua - What do you think about the malls being obsolete, when amazon is taking over as the new mall? (12:51) Carlos - I didn't go to my daughter’s wedding because it was not a Catholic wedding. Is it okay if I go visit her and her husband now? (15:32) Maria - A local Jesuit University has some interesting practices in the mass, like referencing God as He or Lord with God. Does that invalidate the mass? (21:38) Mary Ellen - Am I allowed to visit family who got 'married' in a gay relationship, and stay under their roof? (28:18) Thomas - I just left a Catholic Church without kneelers. How do you say the Mass without kneeling? Also, the Eucharist was a cube that maybe had sugar in it. (31:44) Sherry - My mom was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. She was called and agreed to a visit from Mormons. They are stepping over boundaries. What to do. (46:25) Originally Aired on 07-16-2026

Patrick examines everything from the use of kneelers at Mass and the history of the Latin rite to misunderstandings about the Traditional Latin Mass and ongoing arguments over tradition and change. He fields heartfelt questions on Eucharistic validity, responds to calls about family suffering, defunct churches turned into mosques, and tensions stirred by new Catholic movements. At every turn, Patrick grounds each response in Church teaching, brings historical clarity, and offers hope to listeners wrestling with confusion or grief. Richard (email) – Can’t we kneel without kneelers? (00:27) James (email) - Would it be fair to say that the SSPX has made an idol of the form of the Mass, that is, the Traditional Latin Mass (TLM) form? (01:54) Christy - Son married a pro-SSPX woman who says the Catholic Church is trying to get rid of the Latin mass. (05:24) Andy – At a Redemptoris mater seminary the eucharist is in the form of a cube (11:49) Haydee - My dad just passed away, and he wanted his ashes scattered. I was against this, but my sisters are going through with it. Is it okay to participate with them? (18:02) Martin - I am currently going through a civil divorce and need guidance on how to handle this from a spiritual and Catholic perspective. (23:45) Wayne – My parish closed during Covid and is now being sold to become a Mosque. What do you think of this? (38:36) Thomas - Invalidity of Eucharist on the matter (41:20) Eric - Our diocese is trying to establish the Neo-catechumenal way of tearing off bread for the Eucharist. (43:13) Originally Aired on 07-16-2026