The Patrick Madrid Show

In Hour 2 of the Patrick Madrid Show, callers discussed an array of topics. Patrick read from Fr. Mark Clark addressing the validity of marriage according to Canon 1108, and an email from Ephrem asked whether Our Lady of Guadalupe was pregnant a second time. Susan called to ask how to explain to a fallen-away Catholic that we are judged on our own life rather than the life of Jesus. Patrick also a...

On today's Patrick Madrid show, how can we respond to people who justify judging others using 1 Corinthians 5:12? While Hazel's friend might be playing biblical badminton, Patrick has a definitive answer for her. Can you "name it and claim it": hear wise words Patrick has to say about the Protestant practice of claiming and how it is not Catholic. Finally, does the Catholic Church believe that the...

On today's Hour 1 of The Patrick Madrid show, Patrick discusses the situation with the Eastern Orthodox in response to an email, and an anonymous listener asks about her having to remove an IUD. Also, more on indulgences and how they work and speaking of regrets what happens if we acted outside of God's plan, and do we actually have a decision in what direction our lives take?    (00:56)...

On Hour 2 of today's show, Patrick talked about a variety of caller and listener questions including: Ross asked whether his children could participate as flower girl and ring-bearer in his goddaughter's wedding. Jeanine asked how Jesus could pray to God if He Himself is God, and one moral, questioning whether it is acceptable to reduce her work hours to care for her grandchildren in exchange for...

On Hour 3 of the Patrick Madrid show, Mark raised the question of whether Jewish people, who do not believe Christ is the Messiah, can attain heaven. Steve sought guidance on how to discuss Catholic beliefs with non-Catholic Christians who reject Catholicism. George offered a comment comparing Israel as a religious state to Muslim-majority states in the Middle East. Dave asked whether it was appro...

Patrick fields tough, personal questions about Catholic morality, including whether participation in military special forces can align with conscience, especially when lethal orders are at play. He also addresses concerns about valid sacraments, attending non-Catholic religious ceremonies, and the meaning of redemptive suffering, bringing stories from his own life and practical Church teachings in...

Patrick answers questions about Catholic traditions, from consecrating homes, the boundaries of interfaith participation, and why priesthood is restricted to men, all while weaving in audience reflections about the effects of violence in media and games, personal anecdotes, and advice for gently inviting friends back to faith.   Jordin - How does a common person consecrate themselves to St. J...

Patrick answers heartfelt questions about forgiveness, struggling with regret, and the meaning of faith amid family differences, drawing on scripture and experience to bring clear, personal advice. He explores biblical symbolism around Adam and Christ, addresses confusion over Jesus’s appearance, distinguishes depression from despair, and even answers practical concerns about Catholic burial...

Patrick points out that religious talk radio just overtook country music in popularity across the U.S, and ponders why interest in faith conversations rises while more Americans identify as non-religious.   Religion Passes Country As America’s Most Common Radio Format (05:26) Over the past 35 years, the percentage of Americans who claim to be "non-religious" has increased by over 260% (...

Patrick shares concrete insights on plenary indulgences, the unique role of infant cuddlers, and the necessity of intention in Catholic prayer. He moves from mothers’ emotional bonds to manuscript history and the Dead Sea Scrolls, never shying away from discussing grief, spiritual confusion, or the reality of maintaining faith in a tech-driven age. Guidance flows, resources surface, and ques...

Patrick shares how to approach prayers for the Pope's intentions, and fields personal stories from callers about Catholic school discipline, from rulers, laughter, and respect. He moves between callers wrestling with faith, parish engagement, and the journey for Protestant ministers seeking ordination, drawing from memories that bounce between gentle humor and old wounds.   Javier - What if t...

Patrick shares listener reactions to choosing spouses based on sexual history while insisting virginity remains the ideal, yet compassion and forgiveness matter. Parenting stories, personal confessions, and questions about faith spark honest exchanges about repentance, purity, and the consequences of past decisions.   Patrick responds to emails from listeners who disagreed with him on a topic...

Patrick answers questions about the soul after death, clarifies the Catholic teaching on the Assumption, and offers guidance for handling friendships with compassion and boundaries. He comments on breaking news from Iran, discusses thoughts about Prince and Tom Petty, and shares practical advice about taxes, indulgences, and trustworthy Bible apps for families.   Mark (email) - If we can reco...

Patrick takes heartfelt calls on everything from Reiki and spiritual risks to concerns about finding authentically Catholic therapists for kids. He responds with straightforward advice on Mass etiquette, the practical and spiritual side effects of sin, and the challenges of Catholic-Orthodox unity, sprinkling in stories about the impact of bumper stickers and the joy of Taco Tuesday.   Jen -...

(2:51) Audio: Masih Aminejad on what's happening in Iran.   (10:10) Greg - I get so many Catholic advertisements and Catholics asking for Money.    Break 1 (15:50) Bill - When our popes make comments that are not just based on morals and teaching that confuse the Faithful it seems to reveal some of their character and might show some flaws. What do you think about this?   (30:1...

On today's Hour 2 of The Patrick Madrid show, Margie asks about the way a Baptist minister baptized her granddaughter in the NICU, can you be baptized with Root Beer, also, does mint and/or cough drops break the Communion fast, and more questions about Baptism.   (9:37) Margie - Baptism in the NICU: My granddaughter was baptized in the NICU by a Baptist minister. Was it legitimate?   Bre...

  On Hour 3 of today's Patrick Madrid show, Patrick addresses what the sin of presumption (and is not), Deacon Bob encourages a recent caller who is discerning the diaconate, what is Mary's role as Mediatrix, and is there a difference between reconciliation and forgiveness?   Email – Paul: Can you explain more about the sin of presumption?   Email – Deacon Bob – Be...

Patrick address what the meaning of the Gospel is and how can we know? In addition, how should you treat the Eucharist at Mass and do you need to receive the Precious Blood? and does saying a Rosary, even though you are distracted, still count?    (00:40) Email – Anthony - On Ash Wednesday the words really struck me. What is the definition of the Gospel and how can Protestants say...

On today's Patrick Madrid Show, Hour 1: Patrick addresses Joan's email disagreeing about Baptism. Is Patrick wrong? Discover the answer to this and more listener questions on today's show.   (00:33) Joan writes an email in disagreeing with Patrick’s comments on Baptism. Book mentioned: The Administration of the Sacraments – Fr. Nicholas Halligan (pg. 9)   Break 1  ...

During Hour 3 Patrick, answers questions about the Lenten practice of abstinence from meat from John and Brandon. Can you still eat a burrito on Friday if you take the bacon out of it? Also, what about eating lobster and would this be breaking the spirit of Lent?   (3:44) John - If I take out bacon from a burrito can I eat it on Friday?   (12:05) Cecilia - I have tip for distraction duri...

(00:46) Omar - Is it okay to have Magic in movies for kids?   (6:48) Mariana - I am starting a book club, and we are going over 'A Map of Life' by Frank Sheed. Do you have any advice as we go through this book?   (12:53) Jody - I am visiting a neighbor who has Parkinson’s disease. and it has become more difficult for me. What should I do?   Break 1   (24:01) Greg - I don'...

(1:16) Noel - How do I bring a good friend of mine back to the Church? She believes that praying at home is enough.   (9:34) Anthony - The Lutherans and the Catholics are needing to reconcile differences in the Church. I heard that when four more issues are resolved the Churches will be reunited. Is that correct?   (17:45) Roman - How was God created if He didn't create Himself?   (...

(4:22) Karen - I think that John's grand kids would be greatly benefited from Catholic Schools. Catholic schools drew me to convert.   (11:36) Patrick talks about the R.I.P. List he started.   Break 1   (17:40) Christina - Per your request I have started praying for souls in Purgatory and it has borne great fruit.   (21:48) Iris - I have a dispensation for marriage question. &n...

On today's Patrick Madrid show, Patrick answers a question from Danny about concupiscence and explains what the word, "concupiscence" means, can we go straight to God for our Confession instead of going to a Catholic priest, and why wasn't Jesus in the tomb for a full 3 days?   (00:46) Danny - At what point do you discern when you are sinning because of your concupiscence and when it is becau...

In Hour 2, Patrick answers an email from Will whose wife changed her mind about having kids, is ok to receive Communion if you miss Mass on purpose, and is it still effective to pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet for someone who has already died. Patrick answers these important and consequential questions.   (00:33) Email – Will – My wife has changed her mind about wanting to have kids...