The Patrick Madrid Show

Patrick trades stories and guidance with listeners grappling with parish commitment, the meaning of suffering, and the requirements for being a Catholic godparent, pulling out honest advice and unexpected insights. A caller on a 15-year dialysis journey sparks raw reflection on perseverance and faith, while questions about biblical references to blood and the Catholic view on Halloween stir sincer...

Patrick tackles raw questions about faith and practice, jumping from the nuances of sainthood and martyrdom to the quirks of liturgical ritual. Listeners share struggles with family rifts, spiritual confusion, and the challenges of raising children with special needs in a parish pew, all while Patrick gives perspective, sometimes practical, sometimes straight from tradition. Thoughts shift rapidly...

Patrick answers raw, honest questions with equal measures of wit and compassion, tackling everything from offensive billboards and noisy kids at Mass to the ethics of cash payments and the emotional turbulence families face after loss. Authentic dilemmas, like the struggle over family members consulting mediums or the complexities behind sacraments and relics, get straight talk grounded in scriptu...

Patrick fields a mix of heartfelt and challenging questions, from the morality of taxes supporting objectionable causes to a child's wonder about heaven's joys, offering vivid analogies and scriptural grounding. He responds to doubts about Catholic miracles, addresses faith identity confusion, and walks seekers step by step toward the Church, all while making theological concepts feel immediate an...

Patrick talks to several callers and addresses listeners' questions including: Theresa wants to know about Ayurvedic Body diet and how Catholics might look at this, Cayden wants to know why the Orthodox Church has more books in their bible than Catholics, and Michaela wants to know, what are Dominicans and Franciscans? In addition, Vincent brings up King Charles's visit to the Vatican and wonders...

Patrick talked about the visit of King Charles and Queen Camilla to the Pope and the Vatican, and mentioned that other monarchs visiting past Popes. Patrick helps Elizabeth develop her thoughts for writing a letter to her siblings, Judy wants to know how to better study the Bible, and Mia wants to know why other Christians don't believe in the same things that Catholics do. Hear Patrick's wisdom a...

During Hour 3, Patrick answers Jillian's question about if one needs to have godparents for Baptism, is fasting still meritorious if you focus on doing it for the health benefits? if Martin Luther didn't repent did he go to Hell? and is it a sin for a married man to go to a strip club? In addition, Patrick gives Jordan some great advice for his journey towards the Catholic faith and becoming a Cat...

Patrick answers listeners' questions and concerns such as what does it mean that He will judge the dead when they have already been judged, who can you tell about your sins that you Confessed and what is allowed for Catholics to refuse when it comes to extraordinary or ordinary means of survival? In addition, Patrick helps give MJ advice on going to Eucharistic Adoration but not feeling like you a...

Patrick discusses Noah Mullins speaking out at the Dearborn City Council against the cities decision to rename a street to honor a terrorist sympathizer, and When you have confession do you need to make a general confession or just a normal confession? Also, Patrick explains to Thomas what the requirements are for tithing as a Catholic.   Audio: Noah Mullins addresses Dearborn City Council. &...

Patrick discusses the following, among other topics with listeners: Keith asks about any status updates for the canonization cause of Venerable Fulton Sheen, is Patrick advocating for Theocracy, the psychology of the left, how will our sin be treated at the final judgment. Plus, Patrick clarifies and explains the Catholic Doctrine on ecumenism.   Keith - what do you know of the status of Vene...

Image via Marco Iacobucci Epp / Shutterstock. In this episode of The Patrick Madrid Show , Patrick shares inspiring details from Pope Leo XIV’s historic canonization of seven new saints at St. Peter’s Square – an event that drew 70,000 faithful. Among them were the first saints from Venezuela and Papua New Guinea, including  St. Peter To Rot , martyred for defending Christia...

On today's Taco Tuesday edition of the Patrick Madrid show, Patrick continues answering a question from Rod who called in asking about why Jesus called some Apostles who were married. Did the Apostles take their wives with them after Jesus called them? Also, Ben wants to know more about Scripture, Tradition, and the Magisterium, a rule for Extraordinary Ministers of Communion, and Dan asks about C...

Patrick discusses an epistle from St. Clement of Rome from during the years of the Early Church, plus he addresses questions from listeners including: what are we supposed to do in Adoration, marriage and divorce, being non-Catholic and being saved, what are some recovery centers for those struggling with drug abuse, and is Jesus being baptized by John humiliating because Jesus had no need of Bapt...

Patrick answers questions on Jesus's baptism by John, laying prostrate during Adoration, what is a good Bible for a 12 year old, and about All Saints Day being on Saturday. In addition, Gail calls in with a memorable question, asking how can she avoid constant distraction in prayer? Patrick reassures her and shares his own struggle and advice on focusing during prayer time.  Leo - What is the...

Patrick jumps into tough questions about ghosts, what the Church teaches about the supernatural, and the pain faced by regretful detransitioners. He threads together reflections on faith, history, antisemitism, and recently canonized saints, weaving in listener calls and pressing issues with clarity and warmth. Rapid shifts from lighthearted banter to raw testimony make for a blend of compassion,...

Patrick takes a wave of listener questions, from the struggles of family rifts and parish frustrations to the innocence of a nine-year-old asking why God doesn't destroy the devil. Questions about marriage, priesthood, open caskets at funerals, and what to do when you can't kneel at Mass ricochet through the hour, each met with stories, honesty, and direct answers. Compassion, wit, and honesty ste...

Patrick answers questions on confession for new Catholics, baptism’s significance, and Eucharist theology. Listeners call in with family dilemmas, altar serving struggles, and honest concerns about faith and discipline, sparking practical, thoughtful replies from Patrick. Fatima eyewitness testimony finds its way into the conversation, and Mr. Rogers even makes a surprising appearance. &nbsp...

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 chall...

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-...

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,...

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 everythin...

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, Patri...

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 off...

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 disc...

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 t...