The Patrick Madrid Show

Patrick opens the hour reading listener emails and taking calls, dissecting the real meaning of Confirmation and urging parents to focus on genuine belief rather than pressure. He fields heartfelt questions about finding purpose in retirement, reconnecting with church life, and supporting aging parents through the sacraments, all while offering blunt advice on topics from spam calls to faith challenges at the gym. The conversation zigs between spiritual depth, daily struggles, and practical Catholic wisdom, packing sincerity and sharp insight into every exchange. Thomas (email) - I’m listening to yesterday’s podcast and as you were reading Camille’s email about her Muslim nephew you mentioned you would come back to the topic of parents forcing children to get confirmed. I’m not sure if you addressed it later in the episode but I’m interested in hearing what you have to say on that. (01:40) Brad - How can I better discern God's will in my life? (23:00) Jodi - I am going to be confirmed in the Catholic Church. I was confirmed in the SSPX over 20 years ago. I want the Woman at the Well to be my Confirmation Saint. Is this possible? (34:38) Mary - My son didn't want to be confirmed and was not sure if he believed in God or Jesus. Our Bible study leader talked with our son and persuaded him to be confirmed. Also, was the widow you talked with more vulnerable and susceptible to men? (42:11) Danny - A gentleman at my gym and I were talking about salvation. How can I share my faith with him and talk to him about the faith? (45:00) Originally Aired on 08/13/2025

Patrick welcomes listeners into candid discussions, moving from sign language tips for children at Mass to personal stories about public speaking nerves and faith challenges. He responds to questions on receiving Communion, proper reverence at Mass, and tricky family situations, blending advice, humor, and genuine connection. Stories range from overcoming homelessness to building bridges in a non-Catholic Bible study, with Patrick offering perspective and encouragement at every turn. Allisson - I wanted to talk about the expecting mother who called earlier this week. I think she should teach the toddler some signs for Church. I found that very helpful for my little girls. (00:35) Joseph - I need advice on public speaking. I will be giving a testimony and want to know how you can do it? I don't feel qualified. (05:37) Patrick in Chicago – I switched to Charity Mobile! (15:48) Kristy (email) – Do I have to make the Sign of Cross with Holy water when leaving the church after a Mass? (21:39) Donna - My sister-in-law asked me to bring her communion, but she is living with a man outside of marriage. She doesn't want to talk with me anymore. How can I resolve this? (27:39) Gale - People feel that all Protestants are pro-abortion, but that is not true. (37:01) Mary - Some Churches whisk the vessels away. Is the purification of the vessels part of the Mass? (39:43) Dolores - I got married in the Catholic Church but was never confirmed. Was I validly married? (46:53) Originally Aired on 08/13/2025

Patrick fields concerns about communion, tackles biblical support for praying to saints, and answers honest doubts about faith and science, all while peppering the hour with candid exchanges that bounce from lighthearted to deeply pastoral without missing a beat. Even tricky issues like the validity of sacraments when a priest is in mortal sin or the obstacles of getting to confession spark clear, immediate answers that keep the conversation unpredictable and real. Robert (email) – Patrick shouldn’t share his opinions, and he was wrong when he told a man in prison that he shouldn’t take communion if he hasn’t had the opportunity of going to confession (02:28) Juan - My old friend is a pastor in a Presbyterian Church and asks why do Catholics pray to the saints? (20:41) John - Has there ever been a case where the priest celebrates Mass in a state of mortal sin? (27:44) Ed - What should we believe about evolution and the history of the world as Catholics? (36:32) Isabel - Why do we have to go to Confession once a year? (49:19) Originally Aired on 08/13/2025

Patrick responds to questions about Catholic teaching and daily challenges with wit and honesty. He fields listener calls about Mass obligations, population trends, biblical interpretations, and medical ethics, blending practical advice with spirited debate. Answers unfold quickly, switching from theological puzzles to concrete resources for families, revealing faith’s relevance in everything from the ordinary, the urgent, and the quietly confusing. Evan (email) - Why do you care if anyone else besides you get to Heaven or goes to Hell, since you have admitted that it won’t matter to you either way once you're in Heaven? (00:47) Mark (email) – Rather than just creating voters… (02:46) Heidi - Is it ok to watch Mass on TV on Sunday instead of attending Mass in person? (06:54) Ellen (email) - Is there any truth to Catholic cardinals debating how many angels can fit on the head of a pin? (10:53) Breanna - I had an ectopic pregnancy about 9 years ago, I always thought it was morally permissible, but now I am confused. (14:11) Alex - What is the history of Catholic education and athletics? I feel in some Catholic school’s sports takes more precedence. Janette - Can you comment on your 4 points in “Any Friend of God is a Friend of Mine”? (24:55) Alberto - I have an autistic son who is very gifted. He wants to understand creation and evolution. How can I help him? (39:53) Dave - If Catholic High Schools were providing proper formation, shouldn’t there be greater sportsmanship among the athletes? (45:55)

Patrick fields questions that range from biblical interpretation and apostolic tradition to Catholic identity in a sea of denominations, offering clarity and practical guidance. Stories about loved ones, caffeine habits, and conversations with Jehovah’s Witnesses spark personal reflection and genuine curiosity in the moment. Whether facing heartfelt doubts or quirky everyday scenarios, Patrick listens and responds with a mix of warmth, historical insight, and unwavering Catholic perspective. Scott - Peter James and John saw Elijah and Moses. I think that verse shows that there are people in Heaven. (00:34) Rhonda - Who do Protestants look to for the final word on answers on dogma and critical beliefs? (06:13) Elliot – Why is the Bible written in a way that can have multiple interpretation? (17:22) Bob - My Pastor wants to change the 10AM Mass at our church to a family mass yet, nobody sings at this mass. (23:27) Kathleen - What do you think of my response to Jehovah's Witnesses: I exchange an hour of their time with an hour of going to Mass with me. (27:54) Carolyn (email) - All these talk shows are so full of anger. (32:56) Michelle (email) - Thinking about what Jesus spoke at the Last Supper. (34:15) Girard - What is the difference between a caffeine addiction and a nicotine addiction? (36:27) Jimmy - We pray for our loved ones in Purgatory. Is it ok to pray to someone who is a loved one who is deceased? Is this acceptable? (44:51)

Patrick responds to listeners’ most personal questions, tracing everything from the roots and meaning of the Hail Mary and the Memorare to practical struggles with family estrangement over faith. He moves between stories of prayer and reconciliation, wild odds behind human conception, and the quiet drama of why the Eucharist lingers outside early Church creeds. Clarifying what comes from official teaching versus what arises from pious tradition, Patrick mixes wisdom, wonder, and a direct approach to Catholic belief. Maria – Why do we kneel during the Purification? (00:45) Patrick in Newton Falls - Matthew 24:36. What is the origin of the phrase 'at the hour of our death' in the Hail Mary? (02:39) Bridget - Before the world was made, God chose us in Christ. How can I reconcile this with biology? Would you agree that the selection of our birth is determined by God? (11:21) Gabriel - When should I try to stop trying to evangelize my Calvinist in-law family? (20:46) Peter - Why is the belief in the Eucharist not found in the Creed? (34:13) Isaac - Does the Church approve the St. Bridget 12-year devotion? (40:16) Hazel - Can lay people anoint a sick person with Holy Water or Holy Oil? (46:42)

Patrick brings pressing questions about recent changes to the NRSVue Catholic Bible, where shifting language around homosexuality sparks concern and listener debate. He reads reports, unpacks scholarly context, and considers the consequences for Catholic teaching, while callers urge action and inquire about everything from writing the Pope to understanding the deeper impact on faith life. The discussion rolls between tough biblical scholarship critiques and practical advice for families, sometimes pausing for quirky side notes and always encouraging listeners to think harder. Get your Duct Tape ready: Patrick explains how the NRSVue removes two key condemnations of homosexual acts from the New Testament. (02:07) Claudia – What can we do about the “gay washing” of the Bible? (18:24) Brian – Wouldn’t sin have entered the world even if Eve hadn’t eaten the apple? 2nd Question: Is it ok for priests to adlib during the consecration prayers? (22:22) Craig - There is a solution to this. I think the Didache Bible is the way we need to go. New America and Navarre Bible have bad foot notes. (35:20) Conrad - How do I get my sister to stop doing yoga? (37:50) Rebecca - Why do we have to insist that our children marry Catholics? (41:36)

Patrick reacts to the Vatican Library’s decision to provide Muslim scholars with a prayer space, questioning its implications for evangelization and religious reciprocity. Candid listener calls spark practical advice and honest conversations about serving at Mass, personal devotion, and everyday faith disruptions, while Patrick threads commentary on global affairs, immigration, and culture through frank audio clips and sharp opinions. From Mass etiquette to coffee and donuts, Patrick’s perspective surprises, provokes, and refuses to shy away from hard truths. Audio: Speaker Mike Johnson BLASTS Democrats' insane list of demands to the end government shutdown (00:19) It’s a mistake: Vatican Library grants Muslim scholars a prayer room (03:09) Linda - I was asked to be an usher for mass, and I find it uncomfortable. I don't want to do it anymore. Do you have any advice? (11:45) Ann - If Muslim clerics are coming to the Vatican library to study, maybe they are coming to study Catholicism. Is it better that they are separated from the crowd or to be able to do it in the open? (21:15) Audio: Muslim boast - you will all be Muslim's soon – Remember, he’s talking about the USA (26:41) Audio: Konstantin Kisin: You have to treat different cultures and people differently - You can't solve a problem you won't admit (28:45) Audio: Van Jones on the genocide in Nigeria (talking with Bill Maher) and the double standard against Jews (33:00) Audio: When will the U.S. ban the Muslim Brotherhood? (35:19) Audio: Black resident of South Chicago explains why the state government wants illegal aliens (38:53) Bernadette (email) – Why does it bother you when ushers indicate when your pew can get in line to receive the Eucharist? (40:40) Claudia - Is it a sin to eat donuts after mass or offer people donuts after mass? (42:27) Magdalena - Poland doesn't accept Muslim refugees or migrants. We have a long history with the Muslims. Ottomans took the Polish people into slavery. We won't be forced to accept anyone. (48:39)

Patrick addresses controversies around UK misgendering laws, the growing pains of multiculturalism, and immigration’s impact on Western identity. Callers spark lively reflection on family Mass routines, Muslims praying in European churches, and the loss of Catholic spaces, with Patrick sharing personal stories and issuing strong opinions about faith, society, and the turmoil facing Christians worldwide. Tension, raw honesty, and glimpses of hope land side by side in a fast-moving blend of current affairs, candid audience exchanges, and striking spiritual insights. Audio: UK Resident “I now have a criminal record because I wrote in the Critic magazine that my stalker was a man. Because he is a man.” (00:20) Alejandro - I am an usher. They recommend going to another separate mass so that you can focus. (03:27) Sarah - Muslims asking for a prayer area. I do think there should be reciprocity and do agree with you. Muslims want to take over and show dominance. (05:18) Rusty - Free donuts and coffee are just things that the Church does to encourage teens (and others) to come to mass. (11:52) Kris (email) - Not to belabor the usher at communion topic, but I think just saying “we’re all adults” as it relates to our ability to use order when queuing up for communion can easily be refuted by the example people set for exiting an airplane (16:37) Nancy - I think politicians are ignorant and don't know enough about Islam to have an informed policy (18:13) Kathy - Muslims and Islam. I am bothered by people who say Christians and Muslims can coexist when they don’t realize that Muslims want to dominate Christians. Also, it bothers me that Catholic dioceses sell property to Muslims. (23:32) Carol - I think that the Church and Western countries are starting to adhere to Islam. (26:09) Carolyn - I found Mary's belt in Damascus. Is the Assumption biblical? (28:36) Therese - I was born and raised in Nigeria. I am from the Eastern part. They keep killing us and want every Nigerian to be Muslim. (31:22) Tony - How do I refute the Mormon practice of Baptism of the Dead? (35:22)

Patrick shares a story of unexpected kindness at a birthday dinner, reminding everyone how unseen struggles can shape a moment. He responds to callers with sharp insights on Catholic teaching, the moral limits of self-defense, and misconceptions about biblical translation. Listener experiences echo through the conversation, demonstrating how forgiveness and empathy come alive in ordinary circumstances. Audio: You never know what someone is going through (01:08) Patrick shares examples of how we never know what someone is going through, so we should give them the benefit of the doubt (03:36) Jason – What are the differences between papal documents like Encyclicals, Motu Proprios, Exhortations, etc.? (10:09) Margaret - It's beautiful that he's bringing that out and we need to have sympathy in today's world. (16:10) Lisa - Morality question about Catechism 2307 in relation to the USA government blowing up drug boats. (18:46) Marcos – Did the USCCB approve the New American Bible version by taking out homosexuality as a sin? (27:28) Mary - I have a family member that is non-Catholic and doesn't want to become Catholic, but they go to mass and receive communion. I've told them they shouldn't receive communion. Anything else I could do after that? (31:37) Pam - Could you explain what the word 'apologist' means? (42:55)

Patrick examines the mounting tension in Gaza and the broader Middle East, raising hard questions about protest motives and what peace really means in this climate. He urges listeners to challenge media narratives, reflect on Western identity, and hold fast to Catholic convictions amid uncertainty. Thought-provoking listener questions on prophecy and moral choices spark honest, real-time conversation. Audio: Secretary of State Rubio on peace in Gaza (00:19) Audio: Jihadists showing their true colors after the peace plan was implemented (01:57) Audio: Hamas is already rounding up innocent Palestinian civilians and eliminating them (07:41) Audio: Where are all the Free Palestine people now that Hamas is executing lots of Palestinian civilians (09:23) Audio: Georgia Meloni (Italian Prime Minister) on defending our rights and identity (11:43) Audio: Islamophobia is an invention of Islamists (15:23) Audio: No one in the Middle East actually blocks intersections to pray in the streets (19:32) Audio: The Truth about Dearborn - Michigan resident exposes the truth about the Muslim takeover (20:17) Audio: Douglas Murray on how the UK is slipping away - “I don’t recognize our country anymore. I don’t understand why we have given in to Islamists who parade in London, calling for jihad and praising Hamas. They hate Britain just as much as they hate Israel.” (24:56) Audio: Douglas Murray "We have been insane in our immigration policies" (27:33) Richard - Is what's happening with Israel, Biblical? Is God doing His Holy Work? (29:50) Jason - If you're unsure if you committed a mortal sin, should you refrain from communion and go to confession first? (37:44) Joe – A past tubal ligation is affecting my marriage. What do I do now, knowing it's a sin? We didn't know it was a sin back then. (46:56)

Patrick listens to Joe confront painful choices about marriage, confession, and sterilization, breaking open honest talk about forgiveness and moving forward. Hua, a recent convert, seeks ideas for reaching former Catholics, and Patrick shares practical ways to start conversations, while callers like Tisa and others press into faith, theology, and Scripture’s most challenging lessons, sometimes questioning, sometimes seeking comfort where doctrine meets real life. Insights tumble out, sometimes gentle, sometimes bracing, always pointing back toward trust in the sacraments and a willingness to wrestle with the hardest questions. Patrick continues his conversation with Joe from the end of the previous hour. Joe’s wife almost died while pregnant and now they are not open to life (because Joe doesn’t want to risk his wife’s life). Patrick walks them through how they can move forward. (00:39) Hua - How do I talk about my Catholic faith with friends who used to be Catholic? (07:41) Bob - You asked if Jesus is a life coach or savior? Am I correct in assuming that the biggest part of that is staying in the sacraments and state of grace? (16:49) Audio: Scott Jennings removed the pin he’s been wearing for two years in honor of the Israeli hostages held by Hamas...and replaces it with an American flag pin. (22:36) Miles (email) - Not Pure Hedonism - kissing one's spouse is a pleasurable act of unity. (23:42) Tisa – What is a good book on how to start learning about theology? (25:51) Mariana - If there's a way to explain the Book of Job to a teenager? (27:19) Al - Patrick is wrong on telling the man to not have relations with wife, because the caller is not open to life. Why is it that people who can't have kids anymore like you, could still have relations? That sounds hypocritical. (33:01) Sandy - I was married under a false pretense. Is my marriage still valid? By false pretense, he had sex with another woman while we were dating, and I found out about a month ago. (41:47) James – What is faith? Is faith a waiting period, is it an emotion? If I don't feel something, does it negate my faith? (47:17)

Patrick opens with a sharp look at the odd alliance between radical leftists and Islamist groups, exposing ideological clashes and unexpected consequences for activists. Exploring renewed attention to Columbus Day and Italian-American heritage, he moves quickly through news, listener emails about life after death, and practical Catholic advice for newcomers, mixing spiritual depth with candid critiques of media manipulation and pop culture’s flirtation with the occult. Audio: The new generation of leftists (00:20) Columbus Day is back! (02:24) Email – Is the concrete evidence that there is life after death? (04:26) Karina (email) – How can I be more reverent at Mass? (14:20) Audio: The new left-wing “antifa isn’t really a thing” (24:39) Audio: This is extremely dangerous to our democracy (28:46) Audio: Don Lemon gets absolutely destroyed by two people on the street in Chicago when he attempts to tell them that crossing the border illegally isn’t a crime. (33:21) Clare - Is K-Pop Demon Hunters bad? (39:16) Margaret - There is a woman who wants to know more about why we do what we do as Catholics, and I have a great book which I gave her to use. (47:43)

Patrick opens with updates from Israel, a morning of hostages freed, Trump’s speech, raw loss, and hope colliding on global screens. Listeners call in, their voices sparking discussions on Catholic prayer traditions, what repetition means, faith journeys, questions of unity at Mass, and the delicate art of guiding adult children, all blending into an honest reflection of everyday struggles and beliefs. Through each exchange, Patrick moves between headline events, heartfelt queries, and steady encouragement, setting a rhythm both urgent and gentle. Audio: All 20 living hostages have been released by Hamas (00:20) Mark - Regarding music and instructing kids: I liked the Beatles, but when I read the lyrics, I realized they weren't good (05:00) Steve - What is the origin in the Catholic faith to repeat the same prayers multiple times? (06:06) Todd - Protestants don't seems to have a problem with praise and worship music where words are repeated even though they say they don't think we should have repetitive prayer. (14:36) Patrick - I think that we are supposed to pray unceasingly (15:51) Rick - I am coming back into the Church, and I was wondering about repetition of prayer and I realized that Jesus did repetitious prayers with the apostles. (20:53) John – Is it okay to stand during the consecration of the Eucharist? (25:17) Leanne - My grandson is obese, and I want to talk with his mother about it. How can I address this with love? (37:42)

Patrick takes listener calls and jumps through current debates on everything from locker room policies in schools to the spiritual risks of yoga and questions around modesty. He wrestles with topics such as sexual temptation, the church's stance on marriage convalidation, medical ethics for ectopic pregnancies, and representation in religious art, all while drawing out Catholic perspectives and personal stories. Questions spark unexpected turns: alcohol and cigars in men's groups, repetitive prayer, confession after difficult choices. Audio: Winsome Sears asks Abigail Spanberger what she would say if her daughter was crying about a man undressing in the ladies’ room (00:19) Mary Jane - I know someone who can feel the evil of yoga, but why aren't others effected by it as much? (03:01) Steven - When does sexual arousal turn into a mortal sin? (10:58) Tim - Is sex allowed in a non-valid marriage? (16:28) Janet – Is it a sin to abort an embryo in an ectopic pregnancy? (22:52) Jenny - I pointed out a mural to my 23-year-old daughter who is back from school. She said that it would be nice if they would diversify Jesus “because he’s not a pasty white guy”. How do I answer her on this? (30:55) Jesus - Is it scandalous to drink beer and smoke cigars during a men’s group meeting? (38:14) Winifred - Why are litanies not a pagan practice? They seem similar to praying to different titles of God. (46:04)

Many Catholics have wondered why, at most Masses, the congregation receives only the consecrated Host, and not from the chalice. In this episode of The Patrick Madrid Show, Patrick unpacks the theology behind this practice and clears up one of the most common misconceptions about Holy Communion. He explains that during the Last Supper, Jesus shared both His Body and Blood with the Apostles because He was ordaining them as the first priests of the New Covenant – not setting a universal rule for laypeople. At Mass today, when the faithful receive the Eucharist under either form – the Host or the Precious Blood – they receive the whole Christ: Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity. Nothing is missing. Patrick also shares that receiving under both kinds is a more recent development in Church history, only becoming common after the 1960s. Before that, laypeople traditionally received only the Host to prevent confusion and to safeguard belief in the Real Presence. Whether a parish offers both forms or just the Host, the grace received is the same.

Patrick opens the episode with urgent news from the Middle East, sharing Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa’s hopeful words about the new Israel-Hamas ceasefire, then shifts to dissect X’s political transformation and the surprising surge in conservative voices online. Paul McCartney nostalgia, awkward concert moments, and fresh social media stats ripple through the episode, while callers spark discussions on generational disagreements and thorny issues like abortion, Freemasonry, and ideologies shaping the cultural landscape. Patrick keeps the talk human, rooted in faith and reason, even as conversations twist through complex uncertainties. Audio: Cardinal Pizzaballa has released a message about the Israel-Hamas ceasefire (00:37) Audio: CNN admits how far X has become conservative and how minuscule the liberal social media outlets are (04:30) Joshua - I went to a Beatles Concert on Tuesday. It was good, he is still good. Thanks for encouraging me to go to it. (12:29) Joe - My daughter is a senior at a liberal college and responded to some things on your show about gender dysphoria. She has a liberal mindset. How can I respond to her arguments? (18:33) Audio: Melanie Philips explains Western Liberalism (28:32) Lane - Where did the people go that died before Jesus’ Resurrection? (37:51) Gabriel - Why doesn't the Church preach against the Masons? (42:48) Straight white men under attack - Why would a straight white male align himself with those who see him as evil (48:43)

Patrick welcomes candid calls from listeners wrestling with faith, political division, grief, and family life, responding with honest advice, empathy, and humor. The conversation flows from the impact of Charlie Kirk’s assassination to the struggles of missing church, passing through childhood questions and heartfelt exchanges about single adulthood. Balancing hope, concern, and everyday challenges, Patrick moves the dialogue where truth and love meet uncertainty. Sarah - A few weeks ago you commented on the need for more discussion about things we disagree on. I think it was a rerun from before Charlie Kirk died. Do you think Charlie Kirk's death has affected how you see how we should engage in debates and disagreements? (00:51) Pete - Regarding Charlie Kirk: Some interviewers should have invited his wife to come on their show and give her feedback, but they didn't because there are not real men in the world today (14:24) Luca - If you can't make it to Church consistently, what should you do? (16:47) Margie - I am not good at relationships. I am not sure if I am supposed to be married, but I am not happy. (22:53) Email – What resources could I use to dissuade my child’s Catholic school to stop teaching Yoga? (34:29) David (email) - Do you think there is any rhetoric from the right? Do think GOP talking heads and trump speak only truth and love? (39:38) Patricia (email) - It isn't only the youth who believe one way, and you can't convince them otherwise, I've friends who are much older and just shut down any conversation about a variety of topics. (41:14) Josie (email) - Am I sinning by not participating in the world (not watching the news)? Is my unplugging a sin? (45:43) Vince - My first wife was Catholic, and we got divorced because we thought she was pregnant when she wasn't. My second marriage ended in the death of my second wife. My first wife who I divorced is still alive. Am I still married to my first wife? (49:10)

Patrick explores faith in action as listeners confront confession, remarriage, and spiritual honesty, challenging them to face hard truths about missing Mass and healing relationships. He contrasts Catholic perspectives on yoga and Tai Chi, raising warnings rooted in Church teaching while callers recount personal encounters with spiritual danger and deliverance. Personal stories of anxiety, forgiveness, and grappling with pride ripple throughout, sometimes shifting from the personal to the global, as Middle East tensions and struggles for peace frame the conversation. Audio: the west doesn’t understand who the real occupiers are - every ancient civilization occupied, silenced, and enslaved for 1,400 years by the same Arab Islamist forces. (00:20) Patrick continues his conversation with Vince from the end of the last hour about whether he is still married to his first wife after his second wife passed away. (01:30) Dwayne – What’s a good way to not be negative? (08:52) Sandy - If yoga doesn't pull us closer to God, then wouldn't football also be bad because it pulls us further from God? (12:44) Audio: Walmart is closing in Portland (18:01) Richard (email) - As always, Patrick dodges the elephant in the room (19:23) Paul (email) - Don’t we need to have a contrite heart in confession instead of simply going through the motions? (22:01) Gwen (email) - Can you give any reason why we don't hear (anymore) that missing Mass on Sunday for sports, shopping, or any reason other than being ill or caring for someone who is ill, is a mortal sin? (23:16) Jodi - How do our will and emotions relate to one another? (25:06) Linda - Yoga is not against our faith. How dare you say it bad. (33:53) Joan - Yoga opened me to demonic power and I needed an exorcism (40:32) Carol – There are great risks to doing yoga (49:11)

Preston emails Patrick a question about the sinfulness of not spreading the Gospel, and Nicole is going on a pilgrimage to Rome to visit the Holy Doors during the Jubilee Year of Hope. How can she become detached from venial sin and thus become able to receive a plenary indulgence? In addition do Catholics like Christine need to change their position on homosexuality to be compliant with the culture?, should we "preach the Gospel and if necessary use words" and how can Catholics date after divorce? Hear Patrick share his wisdom and knowledge formed by the Church's teaching. Preston – Is it a sin NOT to spread the Gospel? Nicole - What does it mean to be detached from sin? Sheila - St. Francis has been credited with the quote 'Preach the Gospel always. If necessary, use words'. Sylvia - My daughter is teaching confirmation classes. There is a couple there that are married and can't have children. How do I explain this to my daughter? Laurel - How could the other children of Adam and Eve come before Cain? Mary - How do I date, as a divorced Catholic, without an annulment? Christine - My husband brought our son to his alma mater. The Board of his school says that we as Catholics need to change our perception of the culture on homosexuality. Do you have any advice? Colleen - I am in a mixed marriage with someone who was married twice and is hostile to Catholicism. How do I respond to his hostility and anger?

Patrick continues his conversation with Colleen and also Monica about their spouses giving them difficulty after they converted to Catholicism. Find out how Monica relied on the power of prayer to reach her husband. In addition, do all Catholics believe in practicing NFP, should Catholics go to non-Catholic Bible studies, and Paola got married but she did not receive Confirmation beforehand, is that a problem? See how Patrick provides listeners with insight into what the Catholic Church teaches on these various subjects Patrick continues his conversation with Colleen from the end of the last hour. She has returned to the faith, but her husband is hostile to Catholicism. Paola - How can you be legally married if you never were Confirmed? Margaret - I am so happy that I can listen to Relevant Radio 20 hours a day. I have Patrick on all day! Patricia - My friend was offended when I said that her dad shouldn’t be going to a non-Catholic Bible Study? J.P. - Our pastor said that I could get a vasectomy and said that the Church would follow the science. Nancy - My husband has cancer that has removed his ability to complete the act. Monica - My husband also gave me trouble over the convalidation. It took a full year. Richard - Do all Catholics believe in practicing NFP?

Patrick takes heartfelt calls - one young listener asks about relics, a homeschooling child describes his daily life, and a woman worries if meeting her Catholic Match date at Mass might be disrespectful. He listens to stories of divorce, reconciliation, addiction, and lost faith, offering direct advice, gentle encouragement, and a touch of humor at unexpected moments. Compassion, honesty, and practical Catholic wisdom fill every exchange, whether Patrick is sharing memories from his own marriage or praying with those who are struggling. Audio: Pope Leo - “I prefer not to comment at this time about choices made, political choices within the United States." (00:55) Connor (9-years-old) - We went to see relics. They were in a box. Is the glass a 4th class relic? Is there such a thing? (01:57) Delores - I am meeting with a guy on Catholic Match. Is it disrespectful for us to me at Mass? (07:38) Charlotte (email) – Thanks to you, I’m beginning to feel uncomfortable with many things in my life now. (11:38) Email – I’ve fallen into a very deep and dark pit of despair. (18:52) Anna - I came back into the marriage after divorce. When is it acceptable to get a divorce? (18:52) Barbara - My adult son dated and is heartbroken over a breakup. How can I support him? (25:52) Lisa - Are the Pslams songs? (36:58) Dan - My wife and I are currently separated. I am 6 months sober and am trying to reconcile. How can I honor my wife without pressuring her? (40:34)

Patrick answers bold listener questions on the Garden of Eden, the destiny of Adam and Eve, and extraordinary biblical lifespans, blending these with heartfelt stories of marriage struggles and spiritual recovery. Surprises pop up as he discusses Catholic teachings on guardian angels, responds to debates about the Latin Mass and Martin Scorsese's saint documentaries, and even shares thoughts on mustache care. Brisk exchanges and raw honesty keep the conversation lively and unscripted. Lupe - Was the Garden of Eve real and did Adam and Eve go to Hell? Vinnie - I have a problem believing that people could live to 900 years old. How was that possible in the Bible? (06:47) Tom - My wife and I were separated 15 years ago, and we totally recovered from this. Surrendering and giving up really helped me. Your show really helped. (13:06) Sal (email) – Fr. Simon said it was okay to name your guardian angel. (20:14) Brother John - That earlier caller is turning the Church into a psychological issue. This is why we need the Confessional and need to acknowledge mortal and venial sin. (25:47) Joyce – Padre Pio named his guardian angel. (26:52) Shawn - Do you have any thoughts on the Martin Scorsese film, The Saints? (29:51) Brian - My dad took 4 years of Latin and ancient Greece. The New Mass doesn't give me any feeling. Ritual gives us tradition. Without the Latin Mass, we lose out on tradition and ritual. (39:30) Josiah - How are you able to keep a perfect mustache? (44:57) Tony - I was diagnosed with prostate cancer. Is praying to more than one saint, ok? (48:39)

Patrick explores the boundaries of selling blessed objects and explains Church teaching on simony while engaging callers about the Trinity and Christ’s divinity. He responds to questions on family faith struggles and examines how Jesus is both God and man, pulling from early Church tradition for insight. The conversation shifts constantly, blending quick humor, direct advice, and moments that prompt deeper reflection. Peter - Is it wrong to sell a blessed item like a Rosary? (01:10) Lucy (email) - If Jesus never said in the New Testament that He was God, why are we so certain? (11:09) Dan - In John 7, who is Jesus talking about when He says, “he that believeth in me”? (23:03) Martine (email) - If he's always existed, "where" was Jesus before he was born? (37:17) Marie - Infant baptism. I understand that this is not licit but could be done. If I baptized my kid on my own (without a priest or deacon) would I have to confess that? (47:51) Originally Aired 08/27/2025

Patrick opens the show with gratitude for listener engagement and a nativity set giveaway, then moves directly to heartfelt calls about marriage troubles, parental respect, and the challenges of keeping family secrets. He takes on questions about Catholic practices, such as communion with the host alone and what “baptism with the Holy Spirit and fire” means, weaving in practical, compassionate advice with bursts of wit, including a Taco Tuesday celebration. Conversations shift rapidly from deep spiritual reflections to everyday faith, always keeping the conversation honest and real. Maggie (email) – My marriage is dissolving, and my son wishes someone else were his father. (02:49) Matthew - Would I be breaking the commandment of honoring my mother if she tells me to keep a secret that I shared with someone? (11:00) Jasmine - Why are the majority of Catholic Churches only giving out the bread at Mass? (21:02) Larry - I think Mass is too boring. (30:14) Lee (email) - I heard you mention you believe that most of the people who contact you with criticisms of Jewish people, the state of Israel, or Zionism, have not read the entire Talmud, implying that this gives them little right to do so. I was wondering if, like me, you'd also never read Mein Kampf, and whether you think you have a right to criticize German people, the state of Germany, or National Socialism because of not reading it? (37:56) Melanie - Is there a difference between baptism with water or fire? (42:16) Scott - I am trying to get a portrait of a former pastor hung up in my parish history hall and am having trouble. How can navigate this situation to get it hung up? (46:50)

Patrick fields calls about spiritual fatherhood, book recommendations, Catholic marketing strategies, and clarifies Church teachings while weaving in personal encouragement and on-the-spot solutions. He refuses to shy away from sensitive issues, whether confronting Protestant objections, addressing indulgences, or giving tactical support to parents in tough spots, his approach is direct, thoughtful, and sprinkled with moments of humor and warmth. James (email) – Sometimes I see the extra-ordinary Eucharistic Ministers (EM) pocketing their pyx with the Eucharist inside, then stand around in the church vestibule after mass. (00:36) Britney - How do I handle religious discussions with family who don't want to hear anything about the Catholic Faith? (04:39) Patricia - Do you have any book recommendations for a family that is having trouble with a child who made friends with the wrong group and has gotten into trouble. And how can he be a good spiritual Father? (10:29) James - I run my own Catholic business. How can I spread awareness of what we are doing? (14:13) Jim - How do I talk with my protestant friend about the immaculate Conception? (20:15) Elizabeth (email) – Should I allow my young teenager to attend a sleepover? (34:02) Angel - Older people in the military: I am engaged to a General who has been in the military for many years who has great strategic abilities. (41:07) Jacob - How can I dive deeper into the Hail Holy Queen prayer? (44:03) Catherine - I am going through a really tough custody battle with my ex over our 9-year-old son. How do I talk with my son about this? (45:12)

Patrick fields heated questions from callers about Catholic parenting, the risks of sleepovers, and technology in family life. He responds to Vatican II skepticism with straight talk and compassion, jumps from workplace stories about faith stickers to discussions on Communion and cohabitation, and offers blunt advice without sugarcoating. Anything can happen here: a Marine is urged toward faith, a listener grabs Paul McCartney tickets before starting chemo, and throughout, Patrick blends humor, candor, and steady encouragement. John (email) - Since you believe sleep-overs are bad, do you also believe that Catholic summer camps are bad? (00:39) Emily - My Grandma thinks that my confirmation and marriage is not valid because she doesn't believe in Vatican II? (04:54) Adam - Story about a Relevant Radio bumper sticker that led to a conversation about the faith. I would like you to give him a shout out and why he should be Catholic. (14:48) Dan - My kids don't have phones. When they went to camp, the counselors didn't believe them (20:44) Bob – My daughters went to a sleep over where they tried to put each other in trances (22:29) Eileen - Can an episcopal pastor receive communion on a Catholic retreat? (30:38) Tom - You were talking about an Episcopal Minister teaching priests. Didn't the bishops do the same thing with the Mass where they allowed the Protestant ministers dictate what they wanted in Vatican II? (37:56) Robert - Did you encourage a lady to leave her significant other? (40:53) Jeannie - I saw the Paul McCartney concert. I went because of you. It was great! (46:46)

Patrick takes heartfelt questions from callers wrestling with scrupulosity, confession anxiety, and misunderstandings about Catholic teaching on celibacy and sin. He shares practical wisdom, weaving in scripture and personal encouragement, as listeners reveal their own struggles with temptation, family faith conflicts, and daily spiritual challenges. His perspective brings clarity and reassurance to those unsure about where they stand with God or how to approach difficult conversations in faith. Laura (email) - I'm not sure if I am behaving too scrupulous or not. (00:44) Jim - My son went to a Baptism where there was a married priest. This confuses me. I feel discouraged that married men can't become priests. (11:49) Patricia - Is the Farmer's Almanac demonic? (21:16) Allan - What is the Theotokos? Is Mary divine? (25:21) Nick - My Church offers confession every day. If I have a strong temptation, is that appropriate to take to confession? (27:52) Pat - You said that priests cannot marry because of their choice. Do married priests still have to practice celibacy and can they get remarried? (37:43) Maria - I am trying to evangelize a Muslim, and he does believe He is a prophet. How do I explain to Muslims that Jesus died and rose again? (45:11)

Patrick helps callers struggling with addiction and faith, clarifies Catholic practices on cremation and indulgences, and answers sensitive questions about honoring parents, sometimes with a gentle correction or a fresh resource. Laughter, real-world spiritual puzzles, and Patrick’s direct guidance thread through each moment on Relevant Radio. Meghan - I work with applied kinesiology. What do you think about virtual muscle testing? (00:45) Robert - I was listening to an astrophysicist speaking about the cosmos. He said the universe is inhospitable. Have you had a moment of grace where you realized the beauty of life? (07:02) Joe - I am sober because of the Catholic faith and the AA principles. (12:21) Mathilda (email) - Burial costs are so expensive. My husband and I plan on being cremated and buried in the same plot. We have already purchased the plot, but it will cost money each time the grave is opened. Can one of us keep the ashes of the other till both spouses die? (22:08) Jodi - When we fulfill all of the requirements of Divine Mercy Sunday, what happens if we sin again? (26:07) Rocio – Is it a sin when I have disagreements with my mother? Is this something I would need to confess? (38:10) Anna - What about graces that another person doesn't use? How can we make use of these graces? (45:09)

Patrick helps listeners wrestling with everything from cremation and honoring parents to whether non-Catholic Christians truly follow Jesus. He fields heartfelt calls about struggles with confession, temptation, and even what to make of calling a police dog an officer, all while sharing Catholic teaching and plenty of warmth. The conversations fold humor, practical advice, and surprising depth into each moment. Patty - I had my mother cremated. Can I take my mom's ashes to Church? (00:56) Anthony - A priest told me that lust is not a mortal sin. I am confused. Can you help me? (06:01) Tom - I am embarrassed to go to Confession. How can I get the courage to go? (12:26) Daniel - If I was pro-choice and my parent was pro-life; would it be a sin to try to convince them to be pro-choice? (19:29) Wayne - Martin Luther took people away from the sacraments. Are the people who walked away from the Catholic Church still Christians. (21:41) Jim - I have been in education for 48 years. I think that homework should increase 10 minutes per grade level. (31:42) Meredith - At the mass I go to, they don't give the Blood of Christ. Does that go against teaching to give out only the Body? (35:44) Jim - Do you think that calling K9 dogs, 'officers' is a violation of Catholic teaching? (41:20) Audrey – A person came over to me and told me not to say the St. Michael prayer out loud after mass (44:53) Dylan - I encountered a different Mass where people were standing before Communion instead of kneeling. (48:29)

Patrick opens the show by responding thoughtfully to a listener from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, sparking an honest examination of Mormon origins and Catholic-LDS differences while stressing civility and mutual respect. Global tragedies follow; Christian persecution in Nigeria, rising antisemitism, violence and indifference. Patrick finishes by fielding calls on family struggles with gender identity, guiding listeners to hold fast to Catholic truth with candor and compassion in a world bristling with confusion and bitterness. Dale (email) - Why would Joseph Smith have fabricated such an elaborate hoax? (01:02) Audio: Senator Brownback on the rising Muslim persecution and killings of Christians in Nigeria (21:34) Audio: Incredible story of a reporter who wanted to write up a Palestinian redemption story about a Gaza woman who he thought would have reformed after Israel saved her life twice over. What he discovered interviewing her shocked his conscience. (25:19) Audio: Bill Maher on the actual genocide of Christians in Nigeria - Bill Maher shares disturbing reason corporate media covers Israel-Gaza War, but ignores Christian genocide in Nigeria (32:16) John (email) - Selective reporting of any issue is a problem (38:21) Lucy - My brother has a nephew who is transgender. I got into an argument with him about it. My brother said he would never tell an obese person not to lose weight. (43:57)

Patrick tackles sensitive family conversations around gender ideology and compassion, offering callers specific, faith-based strategies to handle tense discussions. He pulls in insights from figures like Michael Knowles, Bill Maher, and Archbishop Fulton Sheen, all while stressing truth, love, and a willingness to question what culture and algorithms say is reality. Patrick also points listeners to resources, addresses developmental psychology, and encourages bringing faith into everyday moments, weaving together callers’ concerns with sharp commentary and unexpected reflections. Patrick continues his conversation with Lucy from the first hour. Her brother’s nephew is transgender and she is looking for advice on how to talk to him about it. (00:33) Audio: Michael Knowles talking to a “trans” guy (12:24) Audio: Bishop Sheen warns against “false compassion” (14:46) Marty - Why don't you recommend that people do their research with secular information to prepare their arguments? (18:06) Audio: Bill Maher takes a SLEDGEHAMMER to Democrats claiming there are more than two genders, there are NO biological differences between men and women, and transing kids is ethical (26:34) Kathleen - What do you think of Erik Erickson? I people would teach us how to be a man or how to be a woman. (36:38) Josiah - I really enjoyed the segment on the article you shared about the truth with regards to our own personal algorithms (40:19) 2 million students expected to participate in Bring Your Bible to School Day (43:46) Chris - How would I explain to my protestant friends that Mary is Mediatrix of all graces?

Patrick threads together questions about faith, technology’s grip, cultural shifts, and daily life. He fields calls about Catholic teaching on theft and lying, muses on fast food’s sneaky impact, and considers practical anxieties around technology in schools and choosing partners with shared beliefs. Raw, sometimes wry, and never shying away from the awkward or profound, Patrick moves the conversation seamlessly, from social commentary to the Catechism to heartfelt advice, all while keeping it unmistakably human. Audio: Turn off the TikTok: No Kings, except for all those other times. (You don’t hate authoritarianism; you just hate what you are told to hate) (00:19) Victoria - Question about lies. What kind of sin is lying? My neighbor is helping himself to my property. (03:11) Chris - You were talking about distortions of reality. I think you are right, and I am concerned that deep fakes will come on strong. (08:20) Sophia - Thank you so much for giving the Eustace, FL station shout out and for your show! (16:23) Jessica - Does your belief about cell phones extend to computers? Should kids get a personal laptop? Should I seek a school that does that? (21:08) Billy - When Patrick leaves, listeners like us are drifting in the harbor. I feel neglected in the OCIA process, and I need some advice. (31:36) Vivian - What is your advice on children dating people from other religions? Should my daughter go to Protestant boy's church? (35:48) John - When my wife and I consummate the marriage, is it appropriate to disengage in the middle of the act even though we are old? (45:33)

Patrick opens with raw conversations about living Catholic truth, whether that's standing firm in a government job or supporting family during deep disagreements. Callers reveal real struggles, like a grandmother grieving her granddaughter’s gender confusion, and Patrick answers with direct, loving guidance rooted in Church teaching. Rick - About the young man who called wanting to be a missionary. I was an engineer, and I think there is a lot of need for men to get into secular jobs. (01:06) Jacob - If Purgatory is as bad as I hear, how much worse is hell? (07:16) Scott - How could the Blessed Mother be sad for people who are nonbelievers and the lack of faith in youth in the visions of Medjugorje? How could Mary be sad in heaven? (26:04) Audio: Smartphone Free Childhood US (40:21) John - My wife received an Apostolic Pardon in June. She passed away in August. Is this Pardon still valid even though she died two months later? (44:08)

Patrick fields questions with candor, moving from heated debates about Israel, Gaza, and the ethics of war to explaining Gregorian Masses and prayers for those outside the Catholic faith, pulling in biblical sources and Church tradition. He talks about immigration, subsidiarity, and what the Church really teaches about Jews and the state of Israel while weaving in calls about rock bands and memories of misspent youth. Listeners get an hour of unexpected exchanges and grounded Catholic insights punctuated by both humor and sincerity. Audio: Bill Maher on Israel (00:18) Audio: Scott Galloway "There's just a different standard for Jews in Israel when it comes to prosecuting a war” (01:30) George - Can I request a Gregorian Mass for my in-laws who are not Catholic? I requested one for my parents. Is it justifiable to do another Gregorian Mass or is just one sufficient? (03:01) Billy (email) – Where does it say that prayers will be applied to souls in purgatory? (07:27) Jay - How does subsidiarity relate to immigrants coming from other countries? (10:02) Diane - What is the Catholic faith's relationship with the Jewish people and faith? How often should I have Gregorian masses said? (21:29) Bill - What about the Lehi and Nephi being told by God to leave Israel and go to America? Didn't Jesus talk to the Mormons after the Crucifixion? (28:02) Vincent - Have you ever seen The Who in concert? Would you consider John Enwhistle the best bass guitarist ever? (41:57) Joseph - If you feel that you wasted a lot of time, does the Lord apply things retroactively? How can I fix this if I was neglectful? (45:08)

Patrick brings listeners into raw conversations shaped by faith, family struggles, and honest searches for meaning. He tackles challenging critiques such as the Church’s wealth or the boundaries of Communion, offering clear scriptural responses while weaving in stories of loss, loyalty, and longing. With wit, empathy, and a willingness to face uncomfortable truths, Patrick lifts the curtain on Catholic life as it’s actually lived. Audio: Young Woman: “I was a Liberal for most of my young life… all my friends were Liberal. I held all these Liberal beliefs, and let me tell you, there was no hate like Liberal hate.” Anna - How do I handle questions about the Church being wealthy and rich? How can the Church allow? (02:11) Bridget – How can I explain to my Methodist friends who were offended when they were not invited to participate in Communion? (14:58) Mary - Someone in my life is accusing me of having higher power dysphoria and that it is the same as having gender dysphoria. (29:23) Melissa - I am struggling with my kids and am not married to their dad, but we all live together. How do I fix my relationship with my significant other? (38:23)

On The Patrick Madrid Show, 11-year-old Walter from Orlando calls in to share how being an altar server has helped him grow closer to Jesus. He talks about his favorite parts of serving – ringing the bells, carrying incense, and bringing the water and wine to the priest – and explains how those moments help him believe in the true presence of Christ in the Eucharist. Walter even says that he often thinks about becoming a priest one day, and Patrick encourages him to keep listening for God’s call. The two swap stories about their own altar boy experiences, from serving multiple Masses on feast days to treasured memories of Holy Week. This uplifting exchange shows how altar serving plants seeds of faith and vocation in young hearts. If you’ve ever wondered what altar serving means for kids today – or how it can inspire the priests of tomorrow – you’ll love this heartwarming conversation.

When it comes to raising teenagers in today’s digital world, parents often face this big question: “Should my teenager have a phone?” It’s about safety, responsibility, and protecting kids from the bad corners of the internet. On The Patrick Madrid Show, a young listener named Jacob from Massachusetts calls in with a bold request. His parents had told him that if Patrick gave the green light, they’d buy him a phone. So, what is Patrick’s advice? Smartphones vs. “Dumb Phones” Patrick says that if Jacob had asked for an iPhone or Android, the answer would have been a resounding “no.” Why? Because, as Patrick put it, “Handing a 14-year-old a smartphone is like giving him a stick of dynamite.” The dangers are real: -Easy access to inappropriate content -Predators who target young teens online -Addictive apps like TikTok and Snapchat -A constant stream of distractions that interfere with school, prayer, and family life Instead, Patrick recommends what he calls a “dumb phone” – a device designed for communication, but without the traps of social media or unrestricted internet access. Safe Alternatives for Teens Patrick gives Jacob a few options worth considering: Flip Phones (Charity Mobile)These simple phones make calls and send texts but offer little else. Patrick praises the show sponsor Charity Mobile, a Catholic-owned provider that offers flip phones while donating a portion of every bill to pro-life and Catholic charities. They do allow limited access to internet, which would be great for Jacob when he's a bit older. Gabb PhoneSpecifically built for kids and teens, the Gabb Phone looks like a smartphone but comes without an internet browser, app store, or social media. Parents get peace of mind, and kids get freedom to call and text. The Light PhoneThis sleek, minimalist phone allows calls, texts, directions, music, alarms, and notes – but nothing more. There's no Instagram, YouTube, or web surfing. It’s designed for people who want to stay connected without falling into digital overload. Each of these options provides what Patrick believes every teen needs: a way for parents and kids to stay in touch in case of emergencies – without opening the door to unnecessary temptations. A Catholic Approach to Parenting in the Digital Age Parents face an uphill battle. On one hand, kids need a way to call home after sports practice or text if there’s a problem. On the other hand, unrestricted digital access can undermine their spiritual, mental, and emotional growth. Patrick’s advice to Jacob shows a balanced approach: -Safety first. Phones should protect, not endanger. -Limited freedom. Give kids responsibility gradually. -Family values. Choose options that align with Catholic teaching and protect innocence. By starting with a Gabb Phone, Light Phone, or flip phone, parents can help their children build healthy habits before eventually upgrading – if and when they’re ready for the responsibility. For Catholic families, the lesson is clear: give your teen a safe tool, not a digital temptation. The goal is about helping them grow in virtue.

Patrick returns and jumps straight into controversy, taking on Netflix’s targeting of kids with transgender themes and tallying up the national backlash which includes waves of subscribers cutting ties. He fields passionate listener calls on cultural pressure points, flags shifts in military policy away from social experiments, and shares his no-nonsense take on how families can actually respond, from Halloween traditions to uncomfortable moments at church. The conversations teeter between sharp realism and practical advice, leaving little room for sugarcoating. Cancel your Netflix – New show pushes trans ideology on 7 year olds (01:40) Jose - I have been away from Netflix since 2018. I remember they had an issue with Georgia's anti-abortion law and also had a show depicting Jesus as a homosexual. (12:51) Pete - I love what you are saying Patrick but this Netflix thing is still a drop in the bucket. This is like chopping off a leaf. (16:26) Secretary of War Pete Hegseth: "If women can make it, excellent. If not, it is what it is... It will also mean that weak men won't qualify — because we're not playing games. This is combat. This is life or death." (25:16) LAFD Assistant Chief Kristine Larson: "Am I able to carry your husband out of a fire? He got himself in the wrong place." (29:54) Megan - I want to thank Relevant Radio. Patrick, your show is so refreshing. I just want to share my gratitude. (34:58) Jacqueline - Do you have any thoughts on Halloween and trick-or-treating? (38:23) Macy – There are two women at our church who are in a same sex relationship and one of them received Communion. Should I leave this Church? (48:43)

Patrick returns to the mic and responds to a series of heartfelt listener calls: Macy’s concerns about parenting in the Church amid public same-sex relationships, Nathan’s struggle between finishing an engineering degree or pursuing missionary work, Mary Ellen’s anxiety over confession, Diane’s questions about Catholic school policy for children of same-sex couples, and Sandra’s challenge explaining Mary’s Immaculate Conception to Protestants. He addresses these situations with a mix of honest counsel, humor, and direct references to Catholic teaching, offering both spiritual reassurance and practical advice. Through it all, Patrick’s warmth and clarity stir real engagement with issues of faith, family, and conscience. Macy – There are two women at our church who are in a same sex relationship and one of them received Communion. Should I leave this Church? (01:08) Nathan - I am about to drop out of engineering school to do missionary work. Is it worth getting a college degree if I want to work in the Church? (08:38) Richard - How graphic do I need to be with the priest in Confession? (19:36) Diane – What if a gay couple wants to put their kids in a Catholic school? (32:40) Sandra – Is it true that if Mary is without sin, then she doesn't need Jesus? (40:11) Maggie - I am concerned about my daughter's ex-husband wanting to introduce his girlfriend to their children and grand-children? (47:30)

Patrick takes questions that pour in about parish boundaries, tithing, and the freedom to choose a church home. He listens intently as callers open up about struggles with faith, sexuality, personal trauma, and trusting God, responding with a blend of practical insight and empathy. Conversations stretch from Catholic teaching on financial support to raw stories of overcoming abuse, from missionary life’s sacrifices to nuanced debates on the death penalty, with each moment steeped in authenticity and spiritual encouragement. Shelly - Are we obligated to join a parish that is within parish boundaries? (00:43) Jake - How does God feel about homosexuality? (06:28) Connie - It is great that young people go and serve as missionaries, however I don't think they consider how they have to fund themselves. (23:30) Mike - How is being against the death penalty and immigration not being prolife? (30:23) Scott - I have struggled with homosexuality. I was abused at 11 years old. I think your early experiences can also shape how you view things. (39:42) Patrick in Trenton, NJ - There is someone who comes in for Communion who drinks the entire chalice in one gulp. Is this an issue? (48:31)

Special Guest Host Cale Clarke opens the episode with lively exchanges and movie nods, then shifts to reflect on the feast of the Archangels and an unexpected presidential statement about St. Michael, sparking questions about faith in public life and spiritual warfare. As the episode progresses, Cale weaves together personal stories, biblical reflections, and calls from listeners, balancing humor with weighty discussions on guardian angels, recent attacks on churches, and the responsibilities of religious educators. Reflection, surprise, and candid dialogue pulse through every minute. Presidential Message on the Feast of Saint Michael the Archangel (03:14) Is it a requirement for Catholics to believe in Guardian Angels? (12:59) Cale shares his Guardian Angel Moment (14:27) Ronny - Great insights from Cale. I used to listen to Protestant radio but now I just listen to Relevant Radio! (39:56) Linda – Should teenagers be forced to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation? (47:03)