The Patrick Madrid Show

Patrick takes listener questions on everything from cremation and relics to the practicalities of annulments and maintaining gratitude within parish life, all while weaving in scriptural roots and clear, approachable Catholic teaching. He answers with straightforward advice for handling marriage complexities, faith discussions with non-Catholic family, and screening media for kids, offering his own reflections as a practicing Catholic. Plentiful encouragement and real-life examples flow throughout, with the conversation shifting swiftly from doctrine to day-to-day encouragement and resources. William (email) - Would the Church have a mass for the deceased if they knew the ashes we not going to be interned but spread out somewhere? (00:59) Jim (email) - As a resident of Massachusetts and a member of Massachusetts Citizens for Life I want to thank you for standing up for the unborn, especially in light of the recent legislation passed in the Commonwealth. Thank you for speaking so clearly and directly about the barbaric and unthinkable act of ending the life of a fully developed unborn baby. You courageously shed light on the gravity and magnitude these actions have on those perpetrating them including Governor Healey. I pray she listens to your show, but wouldn't count on it. Maybe one day! (02:30) Angela (email) - Listener responses unfairly implied the woman wanted recognition for her generous gift rather than a simple thank-you for an act of kindness, a courtesy priests should model and that I, too, have been denied. Miriam (email) - 1. I believe you've previously said that there will be food in heaven. But will we get hungry? I assume we won't, but if we don't, will the food taste as good to us as it would if we were ravenous? 2. Christ was a Jew. But at any point in time did He become a Christian? And if so, when? And if not, why not? Rodney - What Scripture supports spreading saints body parts around as relics? (11:46) Antoinette - They are building a Mormon Church adjacent to my backyard. Can I put a Relevant Radio banner on my fence. Would this be a good idea? (19:37) Margie - I was married in the Church, got divorced and did not get an annulment. My second husband passed. Priest said I didn't need annulment. Is this true? (23:50) Tom - My wife was married outside of the Church. Do we need an annulment? (26:52) Kevin (email) – What is a good resource for screening kids’ books through a Catholic lens? (38:23) Molly - Can we pray the Rosary and make our own mysteries up? Is that a sin? (41:46) Lucas - I went through the annulment process last year and wanted to encourage people that it is worth it. (43:41)

Patrick moves through questions of faith, morality, and the unsettling intersections of Catholic tradition and modern confusion—grappling with everything from Islamic symbols on Catholic gravestones to the troubling logistics of in vitro fertilization and the subtle manipulation wafting through social media campaigns against data centers. He considers the uneasy presence of convicted criminals on parish grounds and peels away the surface of everyday choices, whether in entertainment or in regular Confession, tracing each back to conscience and personal responsibility. Quietly, beneath it all, Patrick threads a sense of urgency: stay awake, stay honest, keep questioning even when comfort tempts retreat. Mary (email) - A headstone appeared next to my brothers in a Catholic cemetery with the Islam symbol of a crescent moon and star and no images representing Christianity. (00:35) Jeff - My family is very pro-Catholic, but they don’t understand why Catholicism is against invitro fertilization (IVF). How can I explain this to them? (03:55) Earl (email) – We have a pedophile that had recently been released from prison living on church grounds. (12:04) X finds Chinese bot farm of 200,000 accounts influencing American politics against data centers - https://x.com/EricLDaugh/status/2093139809346658523?s=20 (18:31) Kate - Why is it necessary to go to Monthly or weekly Confession? (31:45) Mary - The Data Centers create a lot of light pollution and take from farmland. (36:21) Kiwi (email) - The Ron Swanson frozen yogurt audio reminded me of a question I have for you. I love the show Parks and Rec, but there were a couple of episodes where they mocked God/Christianity. Since then, I feel guilty whenever I watch the show. Am I being too scrupulous about it, or are we in general supposed to avoid shows, or any entertainment material for that matter, at one point mocked God. (39:46) Catherine - Pride is a capital sin and is far worse than a venial sin. You are wrong. (44:54)_ Elli (email) - If a person who committed murder is found not guilty by reason of insanity, where does he/she go at end of life?

Patrick explores Catholic teaching through real-life dilemmas, questions, and stories from listeners, highlighting everything from marriage annulments and sacramental discipline to the emotional truth of end-of-life and abortion topics. Amid calls about faith, relics, ministry roles, and conscience, he brings doctrine close to the messiness of daily life, threads personal testimonies with practical wisdom, and blends theological clarity with encouragement for those wrestling with their own situations. Tradition, candid dialogue, and human experience all collide as listeners and Patrick wrestle with what it means to do the right thing. Mary Jane (email) – I’m remarrying and my future husband is not Catholic (01:14) Lena - My sister wants to touch a necklace with her husband's ashes in it to a relic. (06:38) Michael (email) - Here are two fantastic movies to add to your up-and-coming movies to watch list Jim - How can I donate to the church and have the proceeds go to the neediest? (09:58) Beatrice – I had pre-mature child and it’s beautiful to watch them grow. Each child fights for every breath and they have a desire to live (15:18) Marie (email) - I don't know why you always say, "I'm talking to you Catholics," that doesn't matter with other religions to get remarried after divorce. The rule applies to ALL people not to get remarried after divorce unless the first marriage was invalid. (21:13) Jerry – Why the center of the Church became Rome (22:54) Mark - Respecting life and why people rationalize the end-of-life issue (25:03) Tony – Mental state for mortal sin (28:47) Grace - if you are minister of care, why can’t you also be eucharistic minister? (39:24) Stuart - What if parents did not bring up kids to the faith and feel guilty later on. Are they responsible for their children’s decisions? (43:49) Joanne - If you commit adultery but go to confession, do you need to tell the ex-spouse you committed adultery?

Patrick opens with a chaotic scene: parents outside a California school bus, one shattering a window in desperation after the children wait inside for an hour, the driver following strict protocol while emotions ignite on both sides. He moves between parent outrage, drivers’ candid explanations, and stories from listeners, drawing out the tension of trust, safety, and responsibility in everyday life. Voices clash and intertwine as Patrick explores the blurred boundary where authority, fear, and instinct collide. Mother smashed the window of a school bus and crawled through the window after the driver wouldn't let the kids out in California. - https://x.com/ExxAlerts/status/2092656313641955786 (01:01) Samuel - I am a school bus driver in California. When we first pick up kids at the school the bus driver is absolutely responsible for the kid. When kid jumped out the window, we have to notify dispatch. (11:39) Martin – I’m a school bus driver. School bus is treated the same as the school as far as property. No one is going to break a window of a school. (21:14) Patrick shares some of the many emails that have come in with comments about the bus driver and the mom who broke the window to get into the bus Matt - I have a friend who is waiting on two annulments. The Church is withholding Baptism until the annulments are approved. (39:07) Richard (email) – Does the New Testament forbid the eating blood food products? (41:50) Rebecca - If there is any historical evidence from when Pope Peter's authority went to the second pope? (45:51)

Patrick answers questions that spiral from halal dietary practices and biblical references to the surprising origins of indulgences and the nuances of detachment from sin. Alongside spirited exchanges about feast days, the roots of the Church in Rome, and the difference between supernatural and preternatural, personal and touching stories surface. Faith’s everyday grit meets thoughtful explanations as Patrick connects with listeners in ways both thoughtful and unexpected. Paul (email) - Can you clarify how your conversation regarding animals Peter says are OK to eat, and how Halal meat might differ in the way the animal is killed. Isn't Halal killing a sacrifice? (00:30) Alex (email) - Why is the Catholic Church headquartered in Rome, even though Jesus lived and died in the Middle East? (07:31) Patrick in Central California (email) - How can 1 John 1:5 say God is light with no darkness in Him when Exodus 20:21 and 1 Kings 8:12 describe Him dwelling in thick darkness? Travis - There are different feasts for different saints. How should we celebrate a saint's feast day? (18:02) Matt - What does it mean to be detached from all sin? (24:13) Mark - Is there a point in which the pursuit of indulgences could become sinful? (30:46) Maria - Who created indulgences? Are they in the Bible? (36:52) Maria - Is there any way I can get a physical copy of the 'Keep Going' album? I want to get a copy for my husband. (39:51) Val - What re Preternatural gifts? Can you explain what this term means vs supernatural? (46:37)

Patrick explores Catholic doctrine’s nuances, from purgatory, prayers for the dead, and the Church’s teaching on sin and penance, while answering real questions from listeners about family, faith, and moral dilemmas. Catholic identity, civic responsibility, and responses to pro-abortion policies intersect with personal stories of loss, hope, and conversion. He weaves in music talk, estate planning, and glimpses of daily spiritual life, moving quickly from scripture to analogies that make doctrine feel immediate and alive. Joshua - If someone isn't Catholic, how do they make it through Purgatory? (00:36) James - What do you mean by Penance in regard to an indulgence? (07:36) Brandon – What’s an Al Green documentary and noticed that the Catholic service is quieter and more reverent than the Evangelical service. What is your take? (11:02) Theresa - Someone who called yesterday mentioned they were a Pope Pius Catholic. We must be obedient. (16:45) Doug - What about the Gov. of Massachusetts signing a bill that would allow abortion up to birth into law? How does this square with obedience to the Church? (21:53) Maria - My son's girlfriend did NOT ABORT! Thank you for your advice for them to move forward with their new baby. The baby lived for 15 min, was baptized, and then he passed. (28:18) Patrick shares emails from James and Doug Lucy (email) - Do you think it is reasonable for a husband and wife to take a pilgrimage to Italy without their children, and if so, what arrangements would you recommend to make sure the children are well cared for and that we can travel with peace of mind? (40:11)

Patrick answers real questions from listeners, blending Catholic teaching with down-to-earth advice on everything from why animals suffer to whether pets might greet us in heaven. In quick exchanges, he weaves themes of faith, loss, generosity, and the tug between raising children and affording Catholic education; sometimes, the show jumps from tears to laughter over Pop-Tarts or the bittersweet warmth of Dolly Parton's memory. He doesn’t shrink from complexity, moving between phone calls, theology, and the quirks of daily life with a rhythm that’s both unpredictable and deeply human. John (Email) - What is the Catholic Church Doctrine or teaching about why must animals, or in this case our beloved pet, be made to suffer? And, will God allow our Pets into heaven? (00:55) Catherine - You mentioned NFP a few weeks ago. How can we be open to life while providing a Catholic education for our current children? (11:39) Patrick in NJ - I went to Confession and my sin was omission. The priest told me giving money to the poor is the same as giving them cigarettes and alcohol. (19:19) Lucy - I think God can use our pets to teach us faith and obedience. I think it is not that God allows animals to suffer, it is Him using animals to show us how to suffer and how to live. (25:39) Laurie - I would encourage women to see being open to life as an inspiration from God. I am a mother of 7, and I have yet to hear someone wish they didn't have the number of kids they had. I hear more people wish they had more. (29:09) Paulette - You were just talking about animals going to heaven. I thought your cat would be with you in heaven if you needed it to be. I heard this from a priest. (32:05) Patrick and Cyrus remanence about Dolly Parton (37:43) Raul - Is the Angel of The Lord Jesus or just interceding for people on earth? (47:34)

Patrick opens the phones to pressing questions from listeners, ranging from the biblical foundation of venerating saints and the meaning of adoration for children, to the thorny issue of honoring public figures whose values clash with Catholic teaching. He fields heartfelt stories about family, faith, loss, and the afterlife, tossing in advice on breaking anxious thought patterns and offering clarity on the difference between Greek mythology and Christianity for curious kids. Raul – Is venerating saints biblical? (00:30) Mary - I was reading a book on Dolly Parton. She was one of 13 who grew up extremely poor. Being very poor doesn't diminish the impact you could have on the world. (02:19) Johnny - I am listening to Cyrus glorify Dolly Parton. What are your thoughts on her promoting pride month and gay people? She led people to continue on in her sin. Does God love those in hell? (03:28) Christian (email) - All this talk about Lindsay Clancy has stirred up a question… (10:05) Ann - Is wearing a Rosary sinful? (13:42) Cindy - I lost my dog last year. I prayed that God would open the gates of heaven for my dog. I think God gave me a sign she was in heaven. My priest agrees. (20:48) Gloria - Our fantastic priest said he wants all catechism kids to sit in a half hour of Adoration every other Wednesday and also go to a Mass. How does he expect kids to sit for half an hour quietly. (23:58) Pablo (email) - In light of the release of the movie the Odyssey, how do I explain to my kids the difference between Ancient Greek religion (Zeus, Poseidon, Athena, etc.) and Christianity? (36:42) Sandy - I have negative thoughts that spin into a conversation in my head. How can I stop this? (42:23)

Patrick answers questions about faith, from priests discerning their path outside ministry to the anxiety of waiting for annulments and the uncertain ground those situations create. He fields comparisons between canon law and Sharia, counters misconceptions, and addresses audience concerns on receiving sacraments while in irregular relationships. Voices of personal struggle and moral wrestling fill the hour, as Patrick threads theology and practical advice through every exchange. James (email) - Is it prudent for a priest on leave awaiting Vatican dispensation to regularly spend public time with a woman he hopes to marry, even while insisting they will not pursue a romantic relationship until the dispensation is granted? (00:47) Don - Concerning annulment, why can't the person who is not in offense be freed from the marriage when being cheated on or walked out on? (13:01) Joyce - I know someone was married in the Church, divorced, and is now seeking an annulment. She got married a second time in a Baptist church before the annulment went through. (18:58) Mike - El Sayeed brought up circumcision as compared to transgender mutilation, and canon law versus surreal law. (29:21) Audio: Sharia law survivor speaks out –https://x.com/EricLDaugh/status/2086490550060909009?s=20 (36:43) Donna – What is the definition of sharia law? (39:04) Jonathan - What are your thoughts on all the divorce and remarriages happening in regard to Amoris Laetitia written by Pope Francis. (41:31) Robert - A Lutheran mom married a Catholic guy but in Lutheran Church with a minister. (47:41)

Patrick looks closely at the Lindsay Clancy case with unsettling candor, confronting the tangled mix of mental illness, motherhood, cultural confusion, and the shadow of abortion’s legacy, then questions the tidal public response that seems to twist accountability and sympathy with every headline. Bill - Thanks Patrick for helping me understand the faith better. Cyrus is rad. (00:49) Pamela (email) - I thought it very odd thing for you to agree with the male viewer who said he would break off his marriage engagement because his fiancé sides with Lindsey Clancy's defense. (08:03) Audio: Debunking lies women are believing about Lindsay Clancy. She was a labor and delivery nurse (15:35) Audio: Lindsay Clancy heard a voice that she never heard before, and she never experienced it since, but she only experienced it for the 18 minutes that it took to kill her children. -https://x.com/LisaNIRL/status/2091967564800819551/video/1?s=46 (20:23) Rose - Why would a mother delight in killing her kids? Why is it ok to tell women it is ok to kill kids? (38:33) Caroline (email) - Doctors everywhere are able to access a patient's medical information, including medications, simply by going to MyChart. So, I don't think a doctor could claim that he/she wasn't aware of the medications already prescribed to Lindsey Clancy (or anyone else).

Patrick focuses on the Lindsay Clancy tragedy, confronting the complexities of postpartum depression, mental illness, and society’s shifting views on life and responsibility. He connects headlines to deeper issues like abortion’s effect on culture, questioning how personal and spiritual forces interplay during crises, while also capturing raw calls for compassion—especially for overlooked fathers and for those grappling with the hard teachings of faith. The conversation moves fast, landing on everything from spiritual warfare to cultural confusion, refusing easy answers as Patrick threads listener voices and strong opinions into the current moment. Carmen (email) - How could Lindsay Clancy act on intrusive thoughts and harm her children after five years of motherhood (with kids ages 5 and 8 months), when she had more than just postpartum depression—and no one noticed any warning signs? (00:56) Gwen (email) - Would the caller feel the same if the father had sent the mother on an errand and then strangled the three little children? Kathy - How can Americans can pretend to be shocked at Lindsey Clancy murders when we have proabortion politician? People elected and supported this. (04:01) Paul - Lindsey Clancy worked in obstetrics. Do you think she could have been involved in abortions, and she invited demonic forces in through that work? (06:58) Susan - I think the outrage from women comes from the fact that husband changes shoes. Fact that there was a search doesn’t show us anything. Also, husband married soon after. (12:16) John (email) - I’ve often struggled with how to continue to try to evangelize (22:46) Sofia - People don't realize that demons can also take over a woman, and we are trying to medicate something that can’t be medicated. (24:09) Carla - The husband may have been complicit and known that she should not have been left with the kids alone. She was deliberately doc shopping, wanting other drugs (26:43) Richard - I'm a father of kids the same age. How about the father going through life knowing he will never hold his children again? Where is the compassion for him? (29:09)

Patrick answers an array of listener questions, moving quickly from struggles with unwanted intrusive thoughts and the unique intersection of faith and mental health to the practicalities of breastfeeding at Mass, yoga in schools, and whether parents should name guardian angels. Topics like persistent prayer, liturgical definitions, and the accessibility of sought-after priests reveal how Catholic tradition intersects with messy, daily life. Humor bubbles up amid serious moments, as stories touch on everything from praying for safe pregnancies to confronting pride when doors close. Tom - I get bad unwanted thoughts too. They are real, and I am on four different meds. They are either obsession from the evil one or mental. (00:41) Kathy - Should a woman leave the pew to breastfeed her child during Mass or is it okay for them to stay in the pew? (03:59) Devon - Teacher at my kid’s school said they are doing yoga. How can I talk to them to get them out of that class? (08:38) Myra - Breastfeeding is natural and covering up when feeding is not an issue (11:12) Neon - Are angels smarter than humans and why can't I name mine? (18:52) Lourdes - How can I define liturgy to family who left the church? (23:20) Emily - Does canon law prohibit me from seeking council from talking to a priest outside of my parish? Robert (email) – Charlie Kirk deserves the truth, not the quick narrative. (31:40) Alex – Are there any good prayers for pregnancy? (40:37) Emily - Does canon law prohibit me from seeking council from talking to a priest outside of my parish? (44:17)

Patrick brings together stories of faith, family struggles, and the unexpected ways generosity echoes in Catholic life. He connects parish music, gratitude, and the tension between setting boundaries and holding fast to forgiveness, while pausing for a sharp look at Christians in the Holy Land faced with unsettling challenges. Between cultural quirks and personal growth, Patrick ties everything together with his signature encouragement and direct questions. Jordan (email) - Instead of just complaining about the contemporary music at nearby parishes, should I learn piano (with the hope of eventually learning organ) so I can offer my services to the Church, and how difficult would that be? (01:26) Sylvia (email) - Is it a sin for me to block my sister (and similarly my brother) and stop speaking to them after her continued insults and lies about my husband and me made contact unbearable—even though I forgive them, love them, pray for them daily, and only reached out because the priest advised it? (03:49) Janet (email) - As relatively new adult Catholics, my husband and I have given priests gifts of money, food, care packages, or meals when they were sick at various parishes, yet we’ve almost never received a thank-you (only once from one priest)—is this lack of acknowledgment common, and does it seem rude given that priests act in persona Christi? Joshua - I need some advice on becoming the director of religious education at my parish? (18:27) Bruno (email) - Was it fair or appropriate for you to compare the SSPX to Calvinists in a way that implied they hold theological errors they’re unwilling to discuss, especially when the SSPX’s main criticism is that the Vatican itself is falling into such errors amid widespread ambiguity and corruption? (23:02) A Message from the Church in Taybeh: Taybeh’s Priest Fr. Bashar Fawadleh Warns: “We Intend to Remain” - https://vppnews.substack.com/p/a-message-from-the-church-in-taybeh?r=p2xyu&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web (29:48) Martine (email) – On not being thanked… (37:16) Jack - A director of religious education is a very important job. Need to have strong moral character, faith practice, and competence and leadership. (41:18) Richard - I have heard the claim Israeli settlers are taking over legitimate Palestinian claims. (46:43)

Hear stories of individuals leaving Mormonism for the Catholic Church appear alongside reflections on misunderstandings about Christianity, nuanced biblical interpretation, and direct, sometimes humorous, listener engagement. Moments of advice, surprise, and even a little old-school slang punctuate the episode, threading together practical faith questions and lively anecdotes. Granger - Thoughts and advice on a Christian skateboard contest I was planning. (00:58) Karen (email) - When Jesus says in Matthew 17:12-13 that Elijah has already come (referring to John the Baptist), does this passage actually support reincarnation, or how should it be properly understood? (13:20) Audio: New data shows Catholicism is gaining momentum on college campuses across the U.S. - https://x.com/foxnews/status/2091139736970612862?s=43%22%3Ehttps://x.com/foxnews/status/2091139736970612862?s=43%3C/a (20:35) Mormons becoming Catholic - https://www.sltrib.com/religion/2026/08/22/becoming-catholic-utahns-share/ Adan (10-years-old) - Did the world have a beginning and will it continue infinitely or was it eternal? (39:46) Melissa - Two Mormon families live near us. Husband talked to them when they came to our door. I was stern with them when they came again. (44:20)

Patrick examines the Lindsay Clancy case, confronting the chilling reality of a mother accused of murdering her children while the public, especially thousands of women, rallies behind her and raises over a million dollars for her support. He questions why such empathy arises, weaving links between mental illness, postpartum struggles, deep-seated cultural attitudes, and the uncomfortable lines where compassion and responsibility collide. As callers voice firsthand stories and ethical hypotheticals, the conversation jolts listeners to grapple with the raw consequences of conflicting beliefs on guilt, justice, and forgiveness. Why the Lindsay Clancy Case Is Dividing Americans (00:34) Judy - Postpartum Depression can really be issue that needs to be addressed (15:27) Andrew - These medications really caused her to do something she would never want to do in the first place (21:15) Kathy - Seems like this case is being turned into a circus and entertainment is not focusing on the people at the heart of it. (25:37) Tisa – The fact is that she killed someone and needs to be in a place where the public is safe. (30:19) Audio: Licensed therapist defends Lindsay Clancy, who murdered her three children, because “many of us see ourselves in Lindsay.” - https://x.com/CollinRugg/status/2089061541903732894 (39:44) Gina – If it was possession, would she be less culpable? (42:30) Dawn - If convicted she will be in a mental institution, so she won’t be free (47:21) Jill - Postpartum Depression psychosis is real and scary (49:24)

Patrick kicks off a pledge drive hour where faith, generosity, and humor mingle with listener stories about struggling with good intentions, unexpected turns, and practical Catholic living. He wrestles with issues of wealth, apologist pitfalls, road-trip mishaps, technology’s surprises, and why generosity matters for the mission—all while inviting his audience into the urgency and sincerity of keeping Relevant Radio alive. Sudden confessions, calls, and affirmations ripple through the hour, setting a tone equally grounded and unpredictable. Jim (email) – If I’m on the Road to Perdition, should I “keep going”? (01:32) Christian (email) - What are the blessings and challenges of a Catholic Apologist? Michael - Thoughts on the proper disposition of a Catholic towards money or wealth? Can't we do good by prudent financial planning and donating? (13:16) Anthony - My back surgery went great! I had no rods, pins, or hardware. New technology of back surgery is incredible. (18:02) Matt (email) - Why can validly ordained priests (such as those of the SSPX) validly celebrate most sacraments even when doing so illicitly, but cannot validly administer Confirmation or Confession—even when they use the correct form and matter? Jessica - Turns out that my daughter is not doing that great with her cellphone. Even if you think parental controls are working, they find their way around it. (46:59)

Special Challenge Match Hour!

Patrick opens the hour fielding challenging questions from listeners about SSPX sacraments, blessings for couples in irregular situations, and the Catholic perspective on organ donation, moving seamlessly from theological nuance to personal dilemmas, including a story of an AI scam targeting the elderly that disrupts a family. Unexpected calls about faith, loss, grief, the authority of parents, and the meaning of obedience push the conversation well beyond surface-level advice, while Patrick threads in gratitude for supporters and stories of everyday miracles. Candid, sometimes raw, the hour pulses with the messiness, hope, and complexity of real Catholic life. Chandler (email) - Regarding Rome's claim that SSPX marriages and confessions are no longer valid. How can the Pope do this when the eastern orthodox have been around 1000 years, and the church recognizes all their sacraments as valid? (01:48) Juanita (email) - I recently read an article with this heading: “Soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo receives Fiducia Supplicans-style blessing after civil marriage”. Am I correct, despite this “blessing” this 10-years-in-the-making marriage remains an invalid marriage (because they are both “Catholic” but chose only a civil ceremony with no mention of an actual Sacrament of Marriage in a Catholic church)? Kelly (email) – Question about cremation Caroline - It is not just the children who are being attacked by AI, it’s also the elderly. My mother was scammed on her device and asked for personal details. (27:29) Harold - I called years ago about advice on my deaconate formation to continue on. Thank you for giving me the advice you gave! (39:13) Tony - How does prayer work? (44:06)

Patrick explores emotional numbness and overstimulation, drawing a line from Archbishop Fulton Sheen’s warnings in the 1950s straight to today’s digital frenzy, where attention splinters and quiet moments get drowned out by endless screens and urgent voices. Short videos, distracted reading, the endless scroll—Patrick connects these threads while offering listeners solace in the steady presence of Relevant Radio, where faith punctuates the noise and daily stories bloom. Gratitude, practical advice, music, and real-life encounters intertwine as Patrick brings listeners to the core of spiritual resilience and the subtle challenge of tuning out what numbs the soul. Audio: Fulton Sheen diagnosed emotional numbness in 1956 – 1min -https://x.com/relevantradio/status/2089821360558080263/video/1?s=46 (27:01) Mike (email) - Bless you both for cueing & reading my email on air. It was inspired by the holy Spirit as usual of your labor of love! The illness has kept me in and resting for months. I can definitely see the benefit of keeping up social contact. I will take your suggestion and consult my doctor closely. You made my day. (16:59) Maryanne - I've been to the Episcopalian church, and their liturgy is exactly like ours. Are their bishops apart of our bishops who make the liturgy? (18:37) Cindy - I wanted to thank Patrick and Relevant Radio for such wonderful radio. It is an escape into holiness or refuge for me. (27:11) Steve (Substack comment) – I’m a devout atheist listener with Buddhist leanings (45:10)

Patrick takes listeners through questions of faith and daily choices while the Relevant Radio Summer Pledge Drive pulses in the background. Prayer surfaces as both a lifeline and a missed opportunity, shaping unseen consequences, while stories about confronting technology, the paths to conversion, and the ethics of medical crises add urgency and meaning. Pressing issues—from government transparency during the pandemic to how everyday believers quietly spread hope—collide, always circling back to gratitude and the mysterious way small acts ripple through countless lives. Lillia (email) - If someone feels ill but is too afraid to see a doctor and then dies suddenly, and we believe God decides the exact time of our death, would going to the doctor have changed anything? In other words, would that person still have died at the same moment, because not even a doctor could alter the time God had already set? (01:12) Joseph - Someone I worked with two years ago sent me a text yesterday to tell me thank you for turning her onto Relevant Radio. It was the greatest birthday present to me! (13:35) Marianne (email) - Sorry, but I think you are fooling yourself, Mr. Madrid, in regards to keeping cell phones away from kids Fauci Senior Advisor David Morens pleads guilty to "Conspiracy to Commit Offenses and to Defraud the United States" - https://x.com/fbidirectorkash/status/2089831522408821051 (27:21) Audio: Montage of Covid lies - https://x.com/adamcarolla/status/2087009099078901900/video/1?s=46 (29:53) Ben - In cases of ectopic pregnancy, is it morally right to abort the fertilized egg (the baby) — including right after fertilization — in order to protect the mother’s life and safety? (42:24) Email - Did you ever experience racism? (47:56)

Patrick brings listeners into stories of kindness, community, and faith—an elderly caller’s struggle on a busy train, longing for compassion from strangers glued to their phones, and a conversation about longing for a path back to the Catholic Church. He urges acts of generosity, emphasizes listening before judging, and doesn’t shy away from wrestling with deep questions about suffering, tragedy, and trusting God’s mysterious will. Calls and emails reveal how even a moment of patience or an honest prayer can change lives, and Patrick keeps pressing forward with simple encouragement: keep going. Sandra - As 81-year-old, everyone is on their cellphones, and they won't help me or make room for me to sit down. I don’t know what to do. (00:59) Jonathan (email) - I have recently been hired as a head coach for a boys’ varsity soccer team. After praying this morning, I came to a conclusion that I would like to give the option to my players and have a moment where we would pray the Our father prayer before the game, my thought is this would be optional and everyone has the choice to join for that moment of prayer or they could choose not to. Question to you is, is this good way to proceed since I may get back lash from the school or parents or would there be another way of doing this that would not rock the boat as much. My feeling is it may not go over well, but I would be willing to defend my position on this. (15:17) Suzanne (email) - I understand that Relevant Radio offers gifts to donors because in so doing, donations go up. From a materialistic and business perspective, I guess that makes sense. But from a Christian perspective, it doesn't. Daniel (email) - I am so shaken by the news that a Northwest Airlines flight crashed in Detroit and the only survivor was a 4-year old little girl. Why, oh God, why would you let this happen? Joanne - AWARD for Sandra for speaking out as a Senior. Also, a young girl was evangelized in the laundry mat because of Relevant Radio (27:22) Kim - Deaf people need so much help for all things. Thank you for always helping this awareness. (40:09) Please don’t read my name (email) – Ushers should act as security (46:24)

Patrick zeroes in on screens and smartphones disrupting both learning and real connection. The hour lands on blunt warnings about technology’s grip on cognition and attention, pulling listeners through expert testimony, lost reading habits, spiritual reflections, and the quirks of daily social encounters. Phones buzz, digital distractions tempt, but Patrick refuses to let distraction have the last word. Audio: The problem with screen learning –https://x.com/one_hardTruth/status/2089005510846709900/video/1?s=46 (02:45) David - Did God command anyone to rape someone else in the Bible? Are the chemical methods of birth control just like committing abortion? (12:45) Audio: Why many people don’t like to read books with David Foster Wallace (from 2003 but still true today) - https://x.com/AlexAndBooks_/status/2045864534192115717?s=46 (17:22) Mike - I developed a serious illness. It has affected my abdomen. I lost 25lbs and my voice has gotten strained due to diaphragm function. I'm 67 and semi-retired. I wonder when I should stop going out in public for meetings like Knights of Columbus for example. (27:30) Pete - When things start happening one thing after the other it is more than a coincidence. Goes into other areas of life as well. Could be the devil. (30:06) Vicki – Candid Camera (42:28)

Patrick brings listeners into raw exchanges on gender identity and the trans movement, confronting cultural pressures, contested language, and emotional tactics head on. Voices of both regret emerge, with Chloe Cole’s story cutting through the noise, while callers offer memories and confusion from their own lives, sometimes blunt, sometimes hesitant, and never scripted. Urgency crackles beneath the conversations as Patrick centers truth, faith, and the pain caused by misinformation, inviting hard questions and honest reflection. Audio: Trans is losing argument so feels unsafe and walks out -https://x.com/JP__75/status/2089113725101904177/video/1?s=46 (03:25) Audio: Detransitioner Chloe Cole laments her attempt to change her sex - https://x.com/scarlett4kids/status/2062736566150410608 (06:36) Audio: Trans Black Woman part 1 –https://x.com/KristenMeghan/status/2088106836016652503?s=20 (21:51) Betty – What are your morning devotions? (33:00) Deb – It is totally okay to be a tomboy, but to still be true to yourself as a woman. (44:19)

Patrick offers heartfelt advice to those asking about spiritual warfare, family struggles, and Catholic seminary formation. He mixes practical steps with genuine encouragement, from addressing requests for exorcism to reflecting on the challenges teens face today, and how faith and perseverance make a difference. Humor finds its place among earnest stories, as Patrick weaves generosity, prayer, and resilience into each moment. George - What are the steps to formally requesting an exorcist in local diocese? (01:21) Genaro - My 17-year-old son keeps running away. He is hanging out with girls who think they are witches. How can we help our son? He is trying to move out. (04:32) Joe – Regarding the intellectual formation of seminarians, if there is laxity in that area, should I do something about it—and if so, what? (15:55) Allison (email) - I have had short hair most of my life, and it has nothing to do with my gender. I do it because it's easy. I have always gotten a gazillion compliments on my hair and people tell me I look very feminine with my haircut. (39:45) Audio: Trans Black Woman part 2 - https://x.com/kristenmeghan/status/2088346001601859641 (43:03)

Patrick welcomes listeners with raw accounts of faith found and sometimes lost, the sting of family tension over life choices, and the small yet powerful traditions that bind parents and children during rites of passage. He moves between heartfelt confessions and conversations with practical tips for speaking hard truths without letting go of love, even when differences seem insurmountable. Calls pour in, stories unfold, tears mix with laughter, and the spirit of generosity pulses as pledges come in for Relevant Radio’s mission. Audio: For incoming freshmen at Bishop Kelley High School in Tulsa - give their mothers a goodbye kiss - https://x.com/CBSSunday/status/2089002121408455075/video/1?s=46 Greg - Adult daughter is living with another woman. How can we approach and handle that when she complains that we don't respect her partner? Martin – We need to be shining lights for the kids Allen - You are indicating that there are only two genders but there are actually three Vivian (7-years-old) - Does your soul turn black if you commit sins? Greg - Tried to talk with gentlemen who had sign 'Pastors for Planned Parenthood'. What is the best way to approach these people?

Patrick brings faith and culture into focus, weighing Catholic responses to challenging topics like same-sex relationships, IVF, moral integrity, and gender confusion in sports and language. Catholic teaching, parish life, and the limits of welcoming all while protecting reverence at Mass pulse beneath each moment. Throughout, Patrick sustains a plea for support, rooting the conversation in Relevant Radio’s call to give hope. Debbie - A friend and her partner are doing IVF, and are very excited. What should my reaction be? Fred - What is your take on the Book of Enoch? Lisa - At mass, a churchgoer was blasting metal music through his headphones. Do you have suggestions for how to handle that or respond to this? Audio: CNN – WNBA- exbasketball players are just looking for attention – 2min - https://x.com/Highway_30/status/2087930885077119062/video/1?s=46 Audio: Biologist Dr. Heather Heying praises the recent actions of Royce White and Enes Kanter - WNBA - https://x.com/thedarkhorsepod/status/2088326430459621820/video/1?s=46 Audio: Royce White says CNN “not giving black women a voice” - https://x.com/BrickCenter_/status/2087304899327619108/video/1?s=46 Luke (email) - Historically gender and sex were never, or at least rarely, interchanged and gender was not used to describe a person’s biological sex.

Patrick drives straight into a high-stakes hour of the Relevant Radio Summer Pledge Drive, stirring listeners to help unlock a TRIPLE match with palpable urgency. Miracle stories, fresh digital giving options, cheers for new and repeat donors, and a cascade of prayerful gratitude charge the moment as Patrick and Mary rally support to keep Catholic radio on the air.

Patrick opens the hour with listener calls touching on Marian devotion as a path to knowing Jesus, the balance between faith and superstition in Catholic customs like burying St. Joseph statues, and the nuances surrounding prayer and sacramentals. Tall questions surface: Does Jesus share Joseph’s DNA? How do biblical passages frame marriage and lifelong singleness, especially against today’s shifting relationship norms? Personal stories of goodbyes, scriptural tangles, and unexpected house-selling miracles thread through a conversation brimming with candid curiosity and moments of heartfelt gratitude. Nick - My spiritual director asked me how Mary brought me closer to Jesus? Can you help me answer this? (01:25) Molly - I have heard someone say that Jesus had Joseph's DNA as well. I am wondering how is that possible? (09:40) *Andrea (email) – Is burying a St. Joesph Statue for the purpose of selling a house superstition? (17:12) Doug - Advice for saying goodbye for the last time to somebody on hospice. (28:45) Karolee - Todays readings on 'some are incapable of marriage’. What types of people are born incapable of marriage, and why did God make that way? (39:48) Mary - St. Joseph statue: we sold our house 3 yrs ago. I did not bury the statue but I did buy it. We also did a novena. By St. Joseph's day, we got an offer. (49:17)

Patrick fields heartfelt questions from listeners grappling with Catholic teaching and daily challenges; everything from Mary's perpetual virginity and ancient Jewish folklore to wedding customs, prayers for wayward children, and the sometimes awkward details of parish life. Stories of potluck wedding receptions and potently simple analogies mingle with gentle encouragement, reminders of tradition, and a clear-eyed perspective on what truly matters amid shifting expectations and personal doubts. Every call brings a flash of real life: confusion, laughter, honest struggle, and hope. Mary Jane - I'm engaged to a Methodist. He says there is biblical proof Mary had other children. Where can I find proof to counter this? (00:39) Jouselin - Did Lilith exist in the Bible? After Adam and Eve died, how were more people born? (13:21) Jessica and 6-year-old Thomas – Who made God? (18:33) Sarah - Sometimes at church I feel like I'm genuflecting to people. My daughter is going to get married soon and I’m looking for any advice you might have for us? (23:37) Efrank - I was told that certain vestments can be dry cleaned whereas others cannot. Why do priests listen to bishops saying to dry clean vestments? (40:37) David - My wife and I had a nice wedding without spending a lot of money. My daughter is married recently. What does an invalid marriage mean? (45:17)

Do yoga and sound bowl practices conflict with Catholic belief? How old was Adam when he entered the Garden of Eden? Does Mass on TV fulfills a Sunday obligation for the disabled? Emotional moments of grief, family estrangement, and memories of life during World War II all give Patrick opportunities to offer honest spiritual advice and personal reflections that blend doctrine, empathy, and sometimes humor. He offers practical tips for faith, sacraments, and the value of recording family stories and reminders to seek God and cherish the generations before us. Ann – My hairdresser plays sound bowls and has yoga at her house. Should I continue to go to her house? (00:34) John - Do we know how old Adam was when he was placed in the Garden of Eden? (05:56) Jessica - A relative passed away and the family started hearing footsteps and the cousin said that a black cat was in her home out of nowhere. Could there be any meaning or connection to my relative who passed away? (06:27) Keith - Can a baptized non-Catholic receive the Anointing of the Sick or some other form of a healing blessing? (12:25) John - Is okay that I contact my dead wife's guardian angel? I am beside myself. (17:30) Lawrence - Can you point me to marriage prep online resources for those getting married outside the United States? (26:26) Shannon – When Jesus is depicted on the cross, he is wearing a loincloth. Where does that come from? I thought the Romans wouldn’t leave him with any dignity. (28:22) Judy - I have a 16-year-old who does not believe in heaven. She believes there is purgatory, but not heaven. How do I respond? (31:14) Don - I'm a disabled person and can't go to Church very frequently. You said attending mass via tv does not fulfill obligation. What is the point of having it on TV at all? (37:01)

On today's Patrick Madrid Show, Hour 1, Patrick give callers and listeners his take from a Catholic point of view. Email – Christian: What are the essential steps to establishing a catholic Apologetics Strategy? Break 1 Joshua - Should I live with trauma or should I try to get it healed? And how do I get it healed? Is there a Saint who helps with trauma and healing? Break 2 Josh - I've been Catholic for 2 yrs. No one brings up salvation or heaven and hell in my Church or RCIA. How much should I focus on that?

On hour 2 of the Patrick Madrid Show, Patrick gives thought provoking answers to simple questions. Cathy - I am confused about Matthew 24:34 where Jesus says: "Amen I say to you this generation will not pass away until these things take place." What does this mean? Jamie - I was really into eschatology and it kind of dominated my life. I was asked what I was going to do with this worrying etc. I am refocused now. Break 1 Jeannie - I know we cant help ourselves in purgatory, but is it possible to hinder our progress in purgatory since we have unpurified sins in us? Break 2 Willie - 1 Peter 4:6. is it possible for Saints in heaven to not experience the beatific vision until Jesus raises all from the dead? Is there a Limbo of the fathers?

In Hour 3 of the Patrick Madrid show, Patrick provides listeners with insightful answers. Mark – About changing the definition of homosexuality in catechism. Also, Patrick offers the perspective that not everything that is gold glitters when it comes to cancelled priest and that not every cancelled priest is a hero. Mike - Is righteous anger ever acceptable, especially looking at the example of our Lord and Savior? Break 1 Erin - I was told by a loved one that Jesus was a socialist. I want to know how you would answer this. Greta - Can you eat in heaven? Break 2 Maria - What would be the right thing to do with a difficult pregnancy where the baby will not make it when born. What does Church allow in this?

Patrick brings forward heartfelt Catholic parenting struggles and the friction that comes when faith meets indifference within families, then moves without pause to the weight of new abortion laws, exposing inconsistencies and pressing for the dignity of life with no hesitation. He weaves in humor as pronoun debates and denominational questions arise, tossing lightness and sharp inquiry in equal measure and never letting heavy topics linger unchallenged. Anna (email) - At what point should we decide to limit exposure to these family members so as not to scandalize our kids to believe that it's okay to be lukewarm Catholics and to even live a lifestyle that is contrary to Catholic beliefs? (01:40) George - The bill signed in MA yesterday allowing abortion up till birth. Horrendous and barbaric. Massachusetts House Passes Bill to Strengthen Abortion Care - https://malegislature.gov/PressRoom/Detail?pressReleaseId=1450 (14:32) Donna - When pregnant woman is killed in Maine, considered two people dead. Now, is the death of pregnant woman not two counts for murder? (18:55) Audio: Dr Levatino - Abortions are never for the health of the woman (21:42) Connie (email) - Last night while finishing up cleaning tasks at the dog shelter where I volunteer, another volunteer asked me my pronouns. Audio: Stephen A. Smith on WNBA not knowing what a woman is - https://x.com/VigilantFox/status/2086914175163330666/video/1?s=46 (35:46) Stephanie (email) - Genetic testing showed that my baby carried a genetic mutation, and I was told there could be a deformity, developmental delays, or even early childhood death due to underdevelopment. Abortion was discussed as an option. Today, I have an almost two-year-old, perfectly healthy baby girl. (38:30) Richard (email) – 15-week abortion ban- covering 95% of abortions- are not pro-life by any definition (42:42) Camille (email) - I hope we're not going to take a bunch of calls about hideous the abortion law in Massachusetts. Jennifer - Protestant friend claims denomination doesn't matter; Holy Spirit can never steer you wrong, so just listen to him. (46:59)

Patrick explores questions about authority, suffering, and family tensions through personal stories and faith challenges, offering Catholic perspectives on naming guardian angels, choosing life in difficult pregnancies, and the risks of spiritual warfare without proper authority. He listens to intense calls about refusing to attend a same-sex wedding, dealing with estranged parents, and encouraging loved ones back to confession and faith practice, framing each issue within Scripture and Church teaching. As unexpected stories surface, Patrick connects callers’ struggles with hope, reflection, and the radical call to do the right thing even under pressure. John (email) - Naming or hearing the name of your Guardian Angel (01:19) Jim in MN - 30 yrs ago, my wife and I were told by our doctor to abort. We didn’t, and now my daughter is very beautiful and healthy. It was a very difficult time. (03:45) Jim in FL - My niece is getting married to a woman. I refuse to go to the wedding and it is causing friction. Am I doing the right thing? (07:05) Bob - Are there exorcists in the Protestant faith, and are they legitimate? (10:27) Jim - When God created mankind, he breathed into Adam his spirit. God did not breath into the animals or Eve. Was this spirit passed to Eve? (22:06) Sarah - My mom is a Catholic Eucharistic minister. How can I help her realize she shouldn’t participate in Protestant Eucharists. (27:42) Mary - My sister was born with cerebral palsy. (37:01) Rachel – My doctors wanting me to abort my child. They told me I had cervical cancer spreading widely, and I needed to abort to start the treatment right away. I said no. (43:02) Lisa - My mother is in denial that you have to go to confession. She doesn't think you have to confess to a priest, just tell Jesus directly at night. (47:23)

Patrick answers a wide range of questions from naming children after saints and the nuances of choosing Old Testament versus New Testament names to the subtle reverence Catholics bring to sacred images and Eucharistic practices, even when these collide with interfaith customs in hospital chapels. The discussion winds through what truly fulfills the Sunday Mass obligation post-COVID, explores Catholic marriage validity for non-Catholics and atheists, and lands on the thorny art of sharing moral beliefs without sounding judgmental. Denise (email) - Is it preferable to name a baby after a New Testament person rather than an Old Testament person? I understand that there is nothing wrong with using an Old Testament name, but is it better to use a New Testament one? And is using a saint's name the best of all? (01:00) Mark (email) - I recently received a Divine Mercy visor clip for my truck. When I’m not using the visor to block the sun, Jesus is upright and watching over me. However, when I need to block the sun with the visor in order to see better while driving, the image is upside down. I worry that having The Divine Mercy image upside down while using my visor is somehow disrespectful. What is your opinion? (05:00) Emily (email) - According to Redemptoris Sacramentum (paragraphs 183–184), every Catholic has a serious duty to protect the Eucharist from any irreverence or abuse. What can I do when a hospital chapel has a tabernacle (but no crucifix), the tabernacle is pushed to the side next to Muslim prayer rugs and Qurans, an electric sanctuary lamp, and a multi-religion pillar on the main altar? (06:35) Theresa - Is it okay to watch Mass online instead of physically going to Mass when it doesn't work out with things going on in your life? (11:25) Sebastian - What authority governs non-Catholic marriages that they must have children? How can we live an upright life voicing concerns but not be a morality cop (14:43) Anne - I'm a Roman Catholic Chaplain for a hospital. We have electric light in our chapel where Jesus is, but it’s also interdenominational chapel. (27:25) Sean - How would you help a close parish friend who is suddenly consuming marijuana? (35:56) Cyra – If someone is baptized Catholic marrying baptized Christian, and not married in faith or not wanting kids, is that a valid marriage? (38:36) Lisa - Priest asked a family to bring home the blessed sacrament for the weekend. Is that okay to do? (45:40)

Patrick welcomes callers eager for advice on keeping Catholic faith alive in their families, sharing practical wisdom on parenting, prayer, and bringing Catholic identity into daily life, especially for those feeling isolated in a secular culture. During the episode, Patrick addresses hard questions about abortion, capital punishment, and helping loved ones who’ve become disillusioned with other Christian traditions. Recommended apologetics resources and personal stories appear throughout, offering listeners encouragement rooted in genuine experience. Omar - I need some advice to raise my children. No one in my family practices their faith. What can I do? (00:42) Christian (email) – Please recommend just five books for someone who wants to study and become a better Catholic apologist like you? (16:46) Rick - Is capital punishment on the same level as abortion? Do some people believe that it’s ok? (24:46) Tim - My 3 kids and I love your CD (32:34) Dave - Two of my nieces are Amish and are asking me for advice. I feel this is an opportunity for me to introduce them to the Catholic faith. What can I do? (39:09) Jose - I have a situation in my parish going on between a married couple at my church going through a divorce. The wife is a catechist that will teach my kids. Should she step down? (47:22)

Patrick explores topics from male athletes declaring themselves WNBA prospects and the logic of self-identification in sports, to the boundaries of parish involvement in potentially scandalous situations. He engages with questions about Communion practices, liturgical changes since Vatican II, capital punishment through scriptural lenses, and the historic dispute over the Filioque in the Creed. With sharp shifts from cultural hot-buttons to parish dilemmas and theological puzzles, his conversation keeps listeners guessing where the next unexpected connection will spark. Audio: Royce White – I sometimes identify as a transgender woman and I should get to play with my fellow queens - https://x.com/EricLDaugh/status/2086811506499281089 (00:15) Audio: Ex-NBA player Enes Kanter declares himself eligible for the WNBA draft - https://x.com/i/chat/g993496505750179840 Patrick continues his conversation with Jose from the end of the last hour. There’s a woman at his church who is teaching catechism classes to children who is in the middle of a divorce and is dressing immodestly. (04:03) Brian - Isn't the New Testament the new covenant between man and God and not the Old Testament? Also how do we judge people who come into the faith? (12:32) Jerry - Why do certain churches where I live offer both the body and blood and others only the body. What about our unity as a Church? (18:57) John – Why did the Catholic church change the Father and Son filioque (27:34) George - I have been at masses where the blood spilled on the floor. Seemed that people did not understand how serious it was. (36:40) James - How were we able to start receiving communion in the hand? What books and resources do you suggest reading about this? (41:58) Suzie - Our priest was giving intinction by holding the chalice and patten in one hand. We donated intinction set but he refuses to use it. (46:15)

Patrick brings the question of Sunday Mass front and center, tackling what happens when someone knowingly skips and clearing up confusion straight from the Catechism. He fields listeners’ tough scenarios (baseball games, illness, caring for aging parents) and draws a sharp line between true obstacles and mere preference, even addressing arguments about “man-made” laws with a blunt challenge for sincerity. Listeners throw in questions about deaconesses, godparent choices, and offering up suffering, and Patrick responds with direct, practical advice and scriptural clarity. George – Is it a mortal sin if you intentionally miss mass on Sunday? (00:25) Marlene (email) - What would you say to someone who says missing Mass is a man-made law therefore excusable? (09:33) David (email) - I fear I may have to lie on a life insurance medical survey (13:01) Dee - My son has a mental illness, and he gets paranoid when there’s a large gathering, so he doesn’t go to Sunday mass. (17:29) Joe - I do not attend mass in person, but I do watch mass on YouTube? (19:23) Stephanie - The choice of a godparent should not be honorarium. They should be practicing Catholics and not in mortal sin. (22:49) Jonathan - When will the Church celebrate the Feast of Tabernacles mentioned Zechariah 14? (24:44) Martin - I have the same situation as previous caller about Alzheimer's mother and bringing her to mass after many years. (31:20) James (email) – Women in the diaconate (35:14) Sarah (email) - How should I handle it if my ex-Catholic stepdad (who believes baptism alone lets him receive) wants Communion at Mass with me, given past conflicts and my need to respect the Eucharist without judging him? (44:43)

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)

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)

Patrick answers 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. 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.