The Best of the Week

Rome, 303 AD. Emperor Diocletian struggles to unite a crumbling empire. The new religion of Christianity has torn too many Romans away from the traditional pagan religion, so Diocletian issues an edict making Christian worship illegal. Christians are forced to gather in secret, under threat of imprisonment and execution. This persecution, along with Emperor Diocletian’s upcoming visit to Rome, pre...

Worried about saving for retirement? Eager to be done with work for good?   Drew looks at the pressing issue of retirement savings with Deacon Chris Kabat. 💰 Catch the whole hour here!   Northwestern Mutual surveyed 4,500 adults and decided that the new target for a comfortable retirement has jumped to $1.46 million. This is up from last year's $1 million due to inflation and rising costs. The me...

Understanding the Trinity and the role of the Holy Spirit can be very confusing, but don't worry! 🎙 Patrick Madrid is here to explain. Let’s delve into the highlights:   🔍 Understanding the Holy Spirit   Nature of the Holy Spirit : The Holy Spirit is the third person of the Trinity. This means we're talking about one God in three persons - Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit is fully Go...

Lynn from New Jersey called in with a hot topic: her friend's constant use of foul language. While her friend doesn’t use the Lord’s name in vain, she still swears a lot. Lynn thinks it's sinful, but her friend disagrees. Patrick jumps in to support Lynn, backing her up with some solid Bible verses.   Highlights:   Bible Says No to Foul Language :   Ephesians 4:29 : Don’t let any rotten talk come...

Are you worried about how much time your child is spending on their smartphone? You may not know what to do as a parent, but don't worry.     Dr. Tim Millea joins John Morales to give some helpful guidance.    Key Points:   Signs of Internet Addiction 📱:   Avoiding eye contact   Jumping at every phone ding   Difficulty handling silence or idleness   Study Insights 🧪:   A new meta-analysis publis...

On a recent episode of The Patrick Madrid Show , Patrick chats with Aldrina from California. Aldrina's curious about why Catholics switched the Sabbath from Saturday to Sunday.    🎙️ Patrick’s Breakdown 🎙️   Patrick starts off by saying, “Yep, the Catholic Church did change the Sabbath day from Saturday to Sunday.” But here’s why it’s not a bad thing:   Jesus Gave the Church Authority : Jesus told...

It's hard to lose a friend you hear on the show every day, and sadly, we have to say goodbye to such a wonderful member of the Relevant Radio family, Maggie Carrozza!   Catch the whole hour here!   She's leaving the show for a good reason, though! She's expecting her first baby! 🍼✨   Drew reminisces about moments when listeners reached out, hoping Maggie's absence was due to morning sickness (sp...

Are you confused about God's will? Trying to figure out the next step?   You're not alone, and you don't need to be stuck in your head.   Patrick Conley chats with Fr. Chris Walsh about the art of effective discernment . They look at St. Ignatius of Loyola's wisdom on discerning spirits—determining whether inner voices are from God, us, or the enemy. Here are the golden nuggets from their conversa...

Fr. Richard Simon breaks down what Jesus really meant by fulfilling the law in Matthew 5:17. Let's look at his insights:   📜 Not Scrapping the Rules, But Completing Them 📜   "Don’t think that I’ve come to abolish the law or the prophets; I haven’t come to abolish them but to fulfill them."   Some folks think this means sticking to old rules like not eating pork or worshipping on Saturdays. Fr. S...

Ah, summer. The time when you have to entertain your kids, and you wonder what you're going to do with them all day! Sometimes, all they want to do is be on their phones, right?   Timmerie explores how our culture has shifted from being play-driven to phone-driven.    🔥 The Scenario: A few summers ago, Timmerie invited some kids and parents over for an outdoor evening with s'mores and a fire pit....

In a recent episode of Morning Air, John Morales explores the topic of transgender surgeries for minors, featuring invaluable insights from Mary Rice Hasson, an attorney and fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center. They talk about the controversial practices at Boston Children’s Hospital and the lies of gender-affirming care.   🏥 The Issue at Hand: Boston Children’s Hospital has been under...

In this touching episode of Family Rosary Across America, Fr. Rocky and Maggie are leading us in prayer with a special intention: Maggie’s upcoming baby! 👶✨ We pray for a safe delivery!   📞 Callers from All Over:   Sandy from Wisconsin calls to pray for her friend Margie, who lost her husband of 65 years. 💔 She also asks for prayers for Justin’s teaching exam, safe travels for her child, the s...

If you're praying for your children to come back to the faith, never stop! Who knows... they could one day become a priest!   On a recent Morning Air podcast, John Morales had a chat with Fr. Mac Hill, sharing his inspiring conversion story. Born in Jacksonville, Florida, Fr. Mac grew up in a solid Catholic family but veered off course during his high school and college days.   High School & C...

Confused about Mormonism and how it gets the truth wrong? Cale Clarke is here to help.    So, here's the deal. Mormons believe in something called the "great apostasy," where they say the Catholic Church went completely off the rails after the last apostle died. According to them, Joseph Smith had to come along in the 1820s to fix everything. But is there any truth to this? 🤔   Zero Evidence of A...

Cathy from Baltimore posed a question you may grapple with: How do you love someone without endorsing their sinful behavior, especially when children are involved? This can be a tricky situation that might cause you stress and fear.   🌟 The Crux of Celebration Patrick began by examining the term "celebrate." He suggested that maybe the term "celebrate" isn't quite right. Celebrating someone typic...

England, 1571. Queen Elizabeth the first reigns with an iron fist. Elizabeth bans Catholicism and makes her new Church of England the required national religion. Despite her decree, devout Catholics practice their faith in secret, aware that they may be imprisoned or even sentenced to death for even attending Mass. One teenager, born into England's most wealthy and powerful family, seeks status an...

Do you have a family member who has left the Church? Never stop praying for them to come back! Don't give up hope.    Chuck Gaidica, a former media personality in Detroit, shares his journey of faith and his return to the Catholic Church. Chuck explains that he was raised Catholic but drifted away from the faith in his early teens. He then attended Methodist churches with his wife for about 20 yea...

Do you pray for your priest? They depend on it! They feel lonely and sad at times, just like you! And your help can strengthen them.    In a captivating episode of Morning Air, John Morales chats with Fr. Chris Argano about the vital importance of praying for our priests. Reflecting on the wisdom of Pope Pius XI and Pope Francis, they look at why these spiritual shepherds need our support more tha...

How can you show your child that you love them, even though you may disagree with their lifestyle choices?   Patrick Madrid tackled a heartfelt and challenging issue: how to love and guide a son in a homosexual relationship within the framework of Catholic teaching. Here's the summary of the conversation:   Caller Al from Delaware : "Good morning, Patrick. My son is gay and married. I love him unc...

Patrick Madrid had a heartfelt conversation with Ava, who was grappling with the heavy burden of suicidal thoughts. ❤️   The Church's Loving Perspective Ava's question about the Catholic Church's view on suicide led to an enlightening and tender explanation. Patrick shared that while the Church views suicide as a serious sin because it involves taking one’s own life, it also recognizes the intense...

No matter how far you may have strayed, Christ's arms are always open. Will you come back to Him in Confession?   CAUTION: Some material in this podcast episode may not be suitable for young or sensitive ears.   In a deeply moving episode of The Patrick Madrid Show, Patrick talks to Beau from Lexington, Kentucky, about his remarkable journey from a troubled past to a life redeemed through Christ....

This month can be challenging and overwhelming for you as a parent. How can you help your middle school children know the truth about God's plan for love and sexuality?   Meet Colin & Aimee MacIver Colin and Aimee MacIver, theology teachers at St. Scholastica Academy in Covington, Louisiana, are experts on this topic and have middle school kids of their own.   🗣️ Starting Conversations Early  ...

Let’s explore an important question that Mary asks on The Patrick Madrid Show. "Are the children of an annulled couple considered illegitimate?" This could be causing some anxiety if this is a personal situation in your life.   Clearing Up Misconceptions: Annulments vs. Declarations of Nullity First, let’s clarify a common misunderstanding: Couples are not "annulled." What we refer to as an annulm...

June isn't just any month—it's all about the Sacred Heart of Jesus, with a feast day this Friday. Fr. Kubicki, who's a spiritual director at St. Francis de Sales Seminary, broke down why this devotion is such a big deal. Get the entire episode here!   What's Devotion Anyway? Fr. Kubicki explained that devotion is like having a deep, personal bond with someone or something. For Catholics, devotions...

Cale Clarke breaks down a big misconception that Jehovah's Witnesses have about who gets into heaven.   🚀 What Do Jehovah's Witnesses Believe?   Jehovah's Witnesses claim that only 144,000 people will go to heaven. This idea comes from their reading of the Book of Revelation (chapters 7 and 14). They think this number is literal and refers to a special "anointed class" that gets heavenly access,...