The Best of the Week

Get a unique perspective on Lent through the lens of Kate Wicker , who's battling through what she describes as her "worst Lent ever." Amid the laughter and the tears, Kate shares a profound lesson: sometimes, the crosses we bear choose us, transforming our Lenten journey in ways we never expected.   The Unplanned Sacrifices: A Tale of Pain, Parenting, and Perseverance Kate's candid confessio...

🎉 On the joyous Feast of St. Joseph, Fr. Rocky and Maggie took intentions from all around the nation, from the sun-kissed deserts of Albuquerque to the chilly land of Minnesota, all the way to the cheese-loving heart of Wisconsin. 🙏✨   In Albuquerque, young Julie showcased her talent for "smart shopping" in the prayer world. Not content with a mere single prayer intention, she ambitiously bagge...

Patrick Madrid answers a caller's question about the nuances between sanctifying grace and other forms of grace, and whether sanctifying grace can be received through reading the Bible.   Sanctifying Grace Explained: At its core, sanctifying grace is described as the very essence of God's life communicated to our souls. It's primarily bestowed through the sacraments, serving as a conduit for God's...

Every day can be an opportunity to grow closer to St. Joseph...even beyond his solemnity!    🍽️ Feasting at St. Joseph's Table: A Delicious Tradition! Imagine a table overflowing with Sicilian delights, from creamy zeppole to hearty fava beans, all in honor of St. Joseph. Why Italian cuisine? Because during a dire famine in Sicily, St. Joseph's intercession brought rain and ended the drought, savi...

John Morales investigates Eucharistic miracles with Fr. David Michael Moses!   🚀 First Stop: The Digital Altar of Blessed Carlo Acutis 🚀 Blessed Carlo Acutis, an Italian teenager who had so much love for Jesus and the Holy Eucharist, made it his mission to document all verified Eucharistic miracles around the globe. His legacy lives on through his website, "Eucharistic Miracles of the World," wh...

How has St. Joseph helped you? Has he answered a need? Whenever you need heavenly protection, turn to St. Joseph   👨‍👧‍👦 St. Joseph: The Silent Protector  St. Joseph is a powerhouse of intercession, a guardian of the Universal Church, and a spiritual father to all. Dr. Mark Miravalle shares insights from his book, Meet Your Spiritual Father , revealing the depths of St. Joseph's role in our spi...

Every person can make their marriage just a little bit better, and you don't even need your spouse's help!    Doug Hinderer shares some helpful tips:   Champion the Friendship League 🏆 : Kick off by deepening that friendship with your better half. How? Ditch the screens and dive into their world. Enjoy activities they love, indulge in their hobbies, and, yes, maybe even brave the bowling alley to...

Cale Clark teams up with scholar Dr. Craig Evans to debunk one of the most controversial texts ever to shake the Christian world: the Gospel of Judas.   🔍 The Plot Thickens: On April 6, 2006, the academic world was sent into a frenzy with the announcement of the Gospel of Judas's discovery. Dr. Evans remembers the electrifying atmosphere at the National Geographic headquarters, where the revelati...

Northern Italy, 1824. In the remote hillside village of Becchi, a nine-year-old farmboy grows up fatherless. When other boys taunt and bully him, he fights back hard with his fists, until a mysterious dream reveals another path. This is the story of John Bosco.

This episode of "The Faith Explained" takes us on a wild ride through the shadowy alleys of biblical scholarship, complete with mysterious texts, allegations of forgery, and a dash of conspiracy that could rival any Hollywood thriller!   📚 The Main Characters: Cale Clarke: Our heroic host, diving deep into the murky waters of false gospels.   Dr. Craig Evans: The Bible scholar extraordinaire, arm...

In an absolutely scrumptious episode of "The Inner Life," host Patrick Conley and guest Fr. Dave Heney whip up a hearty conversation on the sacred essence of family meals, blending spiritual wisdom with a dash of divine delight. Fr. Dave serves up some food for thought that's as nourishing to the soul as a home-cooked meal is to the body.   🍞 Miracles on the Menu: Jesus' Culinary Compassion 🍇 Fr...

Ever wondered why the Old Testament is filled with tales of animal sacrifices that seem, well, kinda outdated (not to mention a bit gross) to our modern sensibilities? A mom who wrote in told Fr. Richard Simon that she's trying to explain this to her 12-year-old twins during homeschooling! 😅   Here's the scoop straight from Fr. Simon, who dives deep into this perplexing question. Turns out, it's...

If your friend told you that she planned to abort her child, what would you do? How would you respond?   Patrick offers a heartwarming mix of wisdom, compassion, and actionable advice to a caller named Sophie from Maine. Sophie finds herself in a challenging position as her friend, who is not Catholic and 17 weeks pregnant, contemplates abortion after prenatal testing suggested a possibility of tr...

Francisca, a soon to be RCIA candidate, brings to the table a question about the Holy Eucharist.   She wonders why, if the Eucharist was given once by Jesus, do we need to partake in it more than once?    Patrick Madrid reminds us that Jesus did more than just share a one-off meal; He instituted the Mass. Through the Eucharist, Jesus isn't just remembered; He's re-presented, every single time. We...

In a world where screens dominate our lives, Timmerie brings to light a pressing issue faced by Generation Z, those born between 1997 and 2012, currently navigating the complexities of adolescence to young adulthood. She delves into the findings of the UCLA's "Teens and Screens 2023" report and additional studies, painting a picture of a generation yearning for authentic connections amidst a digit...

🙏✨ Have you ever wanted to join a coast-to-coast spiritual journey without leaving your couch?  Introducing the latest episode of the Family Rosary Across America on Relevant Radio, where the power of prayer brings us together, one Hail Mary at a time.   Hosted by Fr. Rocky and Maggie, with the special co-hosting presence of Bishop Andrew Cozzens from the snowy reaches of Crookston, Minnesota.  ...

It's a question you may ask:   How do we pass the torch of Catholic faith to the next generation?   Cale doesn't shy away from the gritty reality: it's been a rough ride from the get-go. He dusts off the New Testament, zeroing in on Paul's letter to Timothy, showcasing the spiritual lineage from Timothy's grandma Lois to his mom Eunice, and finally, to Timothy himself. It's a call to action, a spi...

Have you ever been able to pray with a loved one who was close to death? We can trust that Jesus is with them in that very moment and that His mercy is powerful.   Patrick Madrid has a very deeply personal conversation with Robert from Australia, who is grappling with the impending loss of a dear friend to cancer. Robert's voice trembles with emotion as he seeks advice on how to navigate this toug...

In a world brimming with nuclear tensions and saber-rattling leaders, Drew Mariani chats with Msgr. Stuart Swetland about Pope Francis’s bold call for global disarmament, echoing a sentiment shared by popes throughout history. From Pius XII to Benedict XVI, the Catholic Church’s leaders have consistently voiced the need for nuclear disarmament. But Pope Francis cranks up the volume, declaring not...

If you've ever felt like you've strayed too far from God's mercy, this conversation on The Patrick Madrid Show will remind you that Jesus is always there to welcome you back into His arms. You can never do anything that would make God love you less, and He wants you to have a fulfilling life with Him on Earth and in the life to come.    George, a 21-year-old caller from Texas, shares about his str...

Do the burdens of life have you weighed down? Are you struggling to believe that God is there and that He is good?   Patrick Conley is joined by Sr. Faustina Maria Pia to explore what it means to nurture trust and joy amidst life's inevitable hardships. Trust , a seemingly difficult virtue to master, is especially important to pray about as we go through Lent.   Sr. Faustina Maria Pia, inspired by...

Some say that "you are not saved by what you do, only by what you believe." Within the debate between works vs. grace, Fr. Richard Simon is here to remind you that the things you believe will shape the way you live.   Jesus came to model action through faith . Talk is cheap, but feeding the poor and clothing the hungry? That's where it's at. 🍲👕   Now, in the Old Testament, Jews had to follow 613...

Okay, so you gave up chocolate (or coffee, or Instagram 😬) for Lent, and now you’re wondering… do Sundays count? And also, when does Lent actually end ? (Because let’s be honest, we’re all eyeing the Easter feast.)   Patrick tackled both of these questions, and here’s the deal:   When Does Lent Officially End?   Lent starts on  Ash Wednesday and...

Britannia, 402 AD. Christian Rome has established an outpost in Britain. Surrounded by pagan tribes, they grow weaker, attacked by slave traders daily. The Church holds society together as Rome threatens to leave. But one rebellious Briton, rejecting his parents' faith, plunges himself into dangers he could never have imagined. This is the story of Patrick.

A caller named John from Austin, Texas, brought up a rather common misconception about the Catholic Church's version of the Ten Commandments. He was puzzled about why it seemed like the Church had "removed" the second commandment regarding graven images and split the commandment about coveting into two separate ones.   Patrick Madrid jumped right in to set the record straight. Here's the divine tr...