The Patrick Madrid Show

Patrick answers questions about confession where a priest talks about a specific confession during a homily and also about the importance of mass compared to protestants.  Steve-What are the limits of disclosing confession? A priest during the homily said that a woman in confession the other day told him something. That seemed pretty explicit. (0:37) Stuart-When did the protestants stop sayin...

Patrick shares what to do in a situation that conflicts with morals especially in regards to the gender situation and to hold firm in your beliefs.  He also discusses the importance of Catholics dating Catholics as opposed to a mixed relationship.  And callers share situations in Church were people are acting up during mass and adoration and Patrick gives advice on what to do.  Broo...

Patrick counsels a listener about gift giving and what to do when it comes with a condition.  He also gives advice about Natural Family Planning and when it’s okay and not okay to use it.  He gives his thoughts on dinosaurs as well.  Patrick talks about the dangerous fertility rates around the world (9:04) Megan-Do I have a right to give gifts to my adult children that comes w...

Patrick talks about the gifts of the spirit in regards to 1 Corinthians 12 and also the importance of praying for everybody, including those who’ve done harm in the world.   Bridget asks if it’s okay to go to a birthday party on a Sunday (3:04) Lane wants to know the connection between 1 Corinthians 12 about the Gifts of the Holy Spirit and the Wedding Feast of Cana (4:38) Patrick...

Alright, friends, here’s the gist of Patrick Madrid’s conversation with Ken from Wisconsin about Confirmation sponsors : do they really need to be in good standing with the Church?   What’s the Job of a Sponsor Anyway?   Patrick says to think of a Confirmation sponsor (or a godparent) as a spiritual guide . They’re supposed to help the person they’re sponsor...

Samantha from Ohio shared her struggle with a deeply personal family issue: her brother, who now claims to be a "trans woman," and the challenge of lovingly but firmly setting boundaries for the sake of her young daughters' innocence. Patrick's advice? Classic Madrid: truthful, compassionate, and anchored in Catholic teaching. Here's the recap:   The Situation:   Samantha, a busy mom of...

Patrick Madrid explains the idea of infinite regression: basically, the concept of an endless chain of causes, and how it points to the existence of God.    The Train Analogy :   Imagine you're sitting at a train crossing, waiting for the world's longest train to pass. Car after car zooms by. Each train car is being pulled by the one in front of it, but NONE of these cars are moving...

Patrick discusses the illegal immigration issue after an email disagrees with his position as callers share their position which includes how parents learned English and also how cartels and gang bangers want to enter the country too. He also answers questions about Mary not in the line of David and the Come Holy Spirit prayer. Patrick responds to an email from Angela who disagrees with him on ill...

Patrick takes a number of calls regarding immigration ranging from if consulates are closed, to separating families and about a statute of limitations analogy with illegal immigration. Also Patrick played some audio from several years ago from Hilary Clinton and Nancy Pelosi talking about illegal immigration. Joe-Says that American consulates are closed and if you want to apply for a visa (1:07) J...

Patrick takes calls regarding illegal immigration about what to do when people come here because of abuse, and also about comparing the immigration situation to Brazil and extending grace for immigrants. He also counsels a listener who has a transgender sibling and how to deal with that as she has young kids. Samantha- How do I prayerfully deal with sibling in 30s who is trans woman. I have 2 youn...

Patrick shares his thoughts on the immigration situation as a caller is worried about people being deported. And he talks about investing in socially conservative funds and the balance between investing in those funds and regular funds that might not be aligned with Catholic values. Patrick shared about the Comunita Cenaclo Rehab Center that many have asked about. (0:38) Amanda about using sociall...

Patrick takes more calls regarding the immigration issue which include two callers at the same time having a conversation as one came to the country legally and one illegally.  Another caller shared a story about her father having to learn English from Slovakia and a law enforcement officer sharing his experience with illegal immigrants. Cindy-Shares her father’s story of immigrating to...

Patrick takes more call on illegal immigrations as various callers share their thoughts on the issue ranging from infrastructure, comparing Jesus and Mary and also someone who’s about to be a citizen right after her phone call.  Nayela-Shares her story of her mom entering country illegally and was in jail for 2-3 weeks (10:29) Tate-Do we have the infrastructure to handle everybody comin...

Patrick discusses an email regarding what is a valid and invalid marriage and the importance of getting married in the Church as a Catholic and getting your marriage blessed.  He educates the audience about the existence of God and infinite regression.  And takes a couple calls regarding his writings from Envoy Magazine and Surprised by Truth. Gail asks a question about Sedevacantists an...

Patrick talks with Phil who starts off asking if non-Catholics will go to hell to how was the Catholic Church founded and priests being celibate. Also discusses what to do about a Catholic charity that gives out Target gift cards and why Catholics were told not to read the Bible. Barbara is curious why the tree of the knowledge of good and evil exist in the Garden of Eden? (1:57) Phil calls in and...

Patrick responds to an email about removing life support Ken - You mentioned that a priest should wear a stole during confession. Is a confession valid if they do not? (06:51) What are the Valid forms of matter for the sacraments? (09:59) Mike - My sister is fallen away Catholic. Is there an Audio Book you could recommend for her to listen to? She cites Luke 9: 49-50 this as a source that Jesus di...

Do you get bored or distracted while praying the Rosary? Do friends try to convince you that you're praying meaningless prayers? In this podcast episode, Patrick Madrid explained how the Rosary is basically a Bible study on beads.    The Rosary = A Deep Dive into the Life of Jesus   The Rosary is not just repetitive prayers: it's a meditation on the  entire life of Christ , str...

Patrick discusses crucial concerns from the International Association of Exorcists about incorrect practices in exorcisms. He highlights the need for proper authority from bishops, the importance of focusing on the Gospel over sensationalism, and the crucial role of medical and psychological insights. True faith in God dissipates fear and confusion, leading us on a path of trust and peace. Catch t...

Felix (13-years-old) - I have a family friend who is Protestant and she thinks she can go to heaven because she “has the Lord”.  How can I explain my faith to her? (0:49) Heather (email) – Did the Catholic Church remove books from the Bible? (9:06) Jackie - Are the candles that we use during wedding and baptism considered blessed candles. (18:13) Daniel - Why don't all Catho...

Patrick answers deep questions about spiritual struggles, the role of exorcisms, and the boundaries laypeople should respect in deliverance ministries. He also offers heartfelt advice to those grappling with anxiety and highlights the importance of the sacraments.   Rachel (email) – Several people in my life have suggested praying with a priest to break chains from my past that are keep...

Yollie – I think billionaires are responsible for the fires. (1:03) Audio: Gavin Newsome – Building LA 2.0 (11:00) Michael - Is the Pope Pius V Society valid? (20:39) Carlos - You are a conspiracy denier. (35:34) Cody - I heard a priest say that the Pope was not the pope. How can I deal with this? (39:07) Ken – For the people coming into the church during Easter, do the sponsors...

Fernando - I commend you for your faith and response to fires. I also want to thank the firefighters. (0:47) David - Marriage is defined by Church, yet I can't get married without state intervention. I think prenuptial agreements are a good option to solve a problem.(5:37) Audio: Dennis Quaid while loading up his car with his daughter’s belongings talks about the power of prayer (18:54) Audi...

Dustin (email) – I’m in RCIA (now called OCIA) and will be a Catholic this Easter. Can I go to confession yet? (00:38) Jillian - I am praying for my in-law’s conversion. They always talk about the abuse allegations. How can I justify Catholicism on this point? (05:42) Kevin – I’m in grief counseling and am having a good experience. (17:23) Matthew - Is Dante the poet...

Patrick highlights the heart-wrenching wildfires tearing through Southern California. With massive destruction, numerous homes lost, and heroics from the Knights of Columbus and firefighters—our communities are rallying together. He covers the details, the support coming from neighboring states, and the challenges like bureaucracy and looting complicating efforts. This is a powerful reminder...

Patrick highlights the alarming issue of homeowners' fire insurance being dropped in California. He addresses how insurance companies are using advanced methods like drone surveillance to assess risks and the challenging implications for homeowners. Despite California's immense GDP and resources, a significant gap exists in fire preparedness, particularly with water infrastructure.   Thousand...