The Patrick Madrid Show

Patrick opens the show by unpacking questions about corporal mortification, guilt, and penance, offering clear spiritual direction grounded in Scripture and tradition. He fields calls that spiral into questions of existence, the nature of life as a gift, scandal in the Church, the reality of temptation, and the anxious math of salvation, always returning to the mercy and providence of God. Honest, layered exchanges ripple through every segment as Patrick tackles faith’s thorniest dilemmas with warmth, candor, and sharp theological insight.   Ryan (email) - Is physical self-chastisement (corporal mortification) as a form of penance still acceptable if kept private and moderate? (01:39) Sandra - God gives us life but knows if we will choose him or not. Why would he allow us to be born if we choose damnation? Is it a gift to be born? (12:50) Justin – Trump is too aggressive with ICE and immigration. Also, why would God lead us into temptation? (20:42) Marco - Do laicized priests have a path to reconciliation so that they can become priests again? (28:39) Todd - I think this gentleman doesn’t know if the priest has repented of his sins or not. How can we know? We all sin. I think we shouldn’t say we feel scandalized. (38:58) Mark - When we look at sports, the winner is the one that scores the most points. It seems more people will be in Hell than Heaven. This is problematic for me. Can you help me? (41:54)

Patrick guides listeners through pressing questions about salvation, family tensions around communion, and the difficulties of annulments and returning to the Church after years away, offering both scripture and practical steps. Stories of animal psychics and children with unusual experiences stir up caution and straightforward honesty, as Patrick encourages seeking grace and clarity through faith rather than occult distractions. The hour surges with moments of hope and frank conversation, stirred by phone calls and shaped by solidarity with those marching for life.   Michael - What do you think of a wonderful man who is not Catholic? Will he make it to heaven? (01:14) Fran - Do I need an annulment so that I am not separated from the sacraments? (07:53) Jillian - Can Catholics use pet psychics and/or pet therapist? (20:35) Kimberly - I had an invalid marriage outside of the Church. We didn't have children. He passed away. We had a deacon bless our marriage but my husband never got an annulment. Where do I stand? (25:08) Susan - I have a granddaughter who is being told by a medium to develop her gifts. (42:52)

Patrick welcomes listeners on a March for Life broadcast, exploring pro-life action, Communion questions, and the Catholic approach to marriage, often through real caller situations. He moves from scriptural analysis—like the temptation of Jesus and “only God is good”—to conversations on the effects of birth control and spiritual experiences in modern life. Support, clarity, and a touch of candor shape every moment, with Patrick encouraging authentic faith at every turn.   Lyn (email) - Regarding your conversation with Marco and the de-frocked priest - I was a little surprised that you didn’t caution him not to read on the Internet about his friend. (01:09) Dusty - Can my Catholic wife take the Eucharist if I am not Catholic? Also, a question Matthew 5. (03:21) John - How many babies does birth control kill per year and home many times does it fail? (11:27) Barbara - I have been a Eucharistic Minister for years and I am considering receiving on the tongue. Should I step down from being a Eucharistic Minister because I don't want to touch the host? (19:14) Paul - Why did Jesus say, 'why do you call me good, only God is good?’ (27:17) Mary - My young daughter said she saw the ghost of my sister. I called a priest and he came to bless our house. All of it stopped. The Devil tempts us with familiar spirits. (32:53) Patrick in Monterey, CA - There has been a lot of talk on this show about receiving Communion. What about St. Cyril of Jerusalem's guidance? (36:52) George – Was the prostitute, Rahab, in the line of Jesus? (42:44) Esmeralda - I received the Eucharist in the hand after the pandemic. I am scared to receive on the mouth because it fell out. What can I do? (44:31)

Patrick shares how being a grandfather to 32 (and counting) shapes his understanding of the important bond between grandparents and grandchildren, weaving in personal traditions, childhood memories, and practical snack secrets involving Slim Jims and fruit snacks. He responds to callers’ stories about discipline, letting adult children develop their own parenting methods, and the surprises that come with family caregiving, while addressing everything from Mass translations to keeping faith traditions alive. Laughter, honesty, even a few debates spark throughout, as Patrick moves between heartfelt advice and the everyday realities of grandparent life.   Children who have strong, consistent relationships with their grandparents often experience better emotional wellbeing (01:01) Mary - Have you ever had to correct your grandkids? For example, if they are going to hit another kid. (17:25) Steve – We, as Grandparents, cut down a Christmas tree every year and make walking sticks out of the trunk and use it for the Walk to Mary. (22:47) Cindy – It gets complicated when the grandparent is raising a grandchild. (25:25) Kathy - Why did the name of Churches in my area change? (27:43) Jessica (email) - How do you handle fights between grandchildren? (35:22) Timothy - Before a priest became a priest, is it okay if he had a girlfriend or is that a mortal sin? (36:56) Bill - Why did the Patriarchs of the Church in Jerusalem issue that statement about Christian Zionists? (42:01) Robert - You were talking about Latin translations into English. I translate the Spanish into English. (46:35)

Patrick explores why translations in church prayers matter, sharing thoughts on the differences between English and Spanish versions and highlighting the challenges of balancing accuracy with cultural resonance. As callers debate reverence, etiquette, and personal practices, discussions jump from the meaning of words to the subtle ways faith is lived in families and everyday choices. The conversation shifts unexpectedly, shifting from practical advice to deep reflections on belief, tradition, and language itself.   Patrick continues his conversation with Robert from the end of the last hour. Robert is asking about the importance of translations being as accurate as possible to the original Latin. (00:55) Maritza - We need to be more careful what kind of Spanish we are using in liturgy. (10:06) Marcy - What is your advice on talking to my father who is not religious? I want him to convert and think about his immortal soul and get him into the Church. (20:17) Bill – Can you give a rundown on proper etiquette in Church? (28:15) Joseph - Romans 6 says we are dead to sin. What is the difference between original sin and being dead to sin in Christ? (39:27)

Patrick fields listener calls exploring everything from the quirks of Latin and Spanish translations in Catholic tradition to personal stories of family genetics and the odd surprises that pop up in RCIA. He considers questions about prayers, confession, annulment, purgatory, and even warns about the dangers of the occult, weaving serious advice with bursts of humor and pop culture nods. Conversations zigzag with unexpected warmth as Patrick jokes about Wham! albums while breaking down Catholic doctrine and practical faith questions.   Robert - I taught Latin for many years. There are words in Latin that don’t exist in English and the same with all languages. In English, we have articles that don't exist in Latin. We need to add them in where we think they belong. (01:15) Pat - I think Las Nuevas is more of an idiom. I am not sure which is correct and if Las Nuevas has a religious context. (05:30) Jose - I know you come from an ethnic mixed marriage. How did you and your siblings come out as far as complexion? (08:39) Natalia - What about the use of language in certain prayers? (12:21) Sammy - My sister said that Purgatory is not in the Bible. She wanted to know why she had to go to a priest for Confession. (21:11) Greg - I have a question about an annulment. My brother got a girl pregnant before getting married. Wouldn’t Confessing fornication be grounds for an annulment? (30:11) Michael – Has Cyrus translated WHAM! lyrics into Latin? (37:10) TC - I believe that occult practices are an invisible addiction. Is there anything in the Bible that we can use to turn spells back on people who cast them? (38:33) Sophia - My mom has been away from the Church. Is it possible for her to go to Confession without OCIA and can she receive Communion? (46:41)

Patrick shares a list of how people can slip into being accessories to others’ sins—using a fast-paced blend of his own teenage mishaps and practical moral examples. Callers like Jenny and Alonzo prompt Patrick to share stories about parenting, faith, and Church law.   9 Ways of being an accessory to someone else’s sin - https://x.com/MrCasey62/status/2013264696783057226?s=20 (03:13) Jenny - Growing up, did you do the same with your children, or did you do some things differently? (20:17) Alonzo - My wife and I got married outside the Church. How do I get my marriage convalidated? (36:20) Efrank - Since the year of the Jubilee is over, is the spiritual life of Catholics affected in a negative way? (49:22)

Patrick reads the Jerusalem patriarchs’ warning on Christian Zionism and Ambassador Huckabee’s rebuttal, then sharply analyzes the Catholic perspective on God’s covenant, biblical prophecy, and the complicated realities facing the Church in the Holy Land today.   Theresa - My husband and I, in 2017, were received into the Catholic Church. We were married in a Protestant Church. Is our marriage valid? (01:21) Marie – Is it okay to cut a parent out of your life? (06:25) Patrick shares and responds to Ambassador Mike Huckabee’s post about non-evangelical churches in Israel (35:52)

Patrick breaks down why the Catholic Church rejects Christian Zionism, drawing sharp lines between biblical Israel and today’s nation-state while confronting misconceptions about prophecy and end times. Heated calls push the discussion in unexpected directions, switching from the roots of Old Testament sacrifices to stark disagreements over media narratives. Conversation swerves, emotions run high, but Patrick keeps the focus on Church teaching and honest dialogue.   Patrick continues his commentary in regard to Ambassador Mick Huckabee’s post about non-evangelical churches in Israel (00:23) Wendy - Can you talk more about the origins of the sacrifices in the Old Testament? (19:43) Jared - Does the Old Catholic Church have Apostolic Succession? (24:51) Gary - You smeared Palestinians last year. You were all behind this. (28:59) Hammy - I am Egyptian and one of anchors on Egyptian news was saying that Zionists infiltrating Christian community used Christians to make Israel look better. (40:51) Jimmy - Can a Christian also believe in Zionism? (44:24)

Patrick answers questions about shifting spiritual loyalties, misunderstandings about Catholic history, and the raw ache of grief after losing a spouse.   Santos - Is it okay for Catholic's to go to other churches (01:26) Donna – My daughter believes that Spanish settlers came and forced Indians to be Catholic and to work in the missions. (24:34) Patrick recommends a few books that focus on the early Spanish settlers, many specially about Father Junípero Serra and the work he did converting the natives of America's Pacific coast. (36:03) Ronnie – I used to dread going to confession, but discipline leads to the sacraments (41:56) Jenny - I suffer from a lot of anxiety and fear and always feel guilty.  I don't have peace. How can I find peace? (48:34)