The Patrick Madrid Show

Patrick delves into the intricacies of sainthood, specifically the necessity of miracles in the canonization process and the practice of invoking the intercession of individuals not yet canonized. We'll also discuss the meaning behind naming Catholic churches after saints and the spiritually rich tradition it represents. Our conversation extends to a lively debate on the application of Old Testament laws in modern faith practices, including the distinction between moral and ceremonial commandments. Lastly, we'll touch on the powerful concept of recognizing loved ones in the afterlife and explore what scripture suggests about our eternal connections. Michael - Is there any evidence in the bible of people dying and going straight to heaven without being bodily assumed? Chuck - Why would you pray to just one saint at a time opposed to praying to a bunch of saints at once? Vicki - Why are Catholic Churches named after saints? (21:57) Macaria - is the Daniel Fast okay for Catholics to do? Is it a sin to fast, since we have an abundance of food? Trish - If you get to purgatory or heaven, will you recognize people you used to know? (31:46) Fasting in the U.S. is required for ages 18-59. Sarah - Some of the laws in Leviticus are not kept anymore. Why is that? Brian - Do you have any references about Israel being given the holy land?

Patrick shares some good news: Woman becomes Spain's first parliamentarian with Down syndrome. Patrick answers and email about what to do with blessed objects. Jerry - Comment why he believes there was global blood in Genesis, with a couple of a passages from Genesis. (15:59) Break 1 Patrick shares an email about Pornography. In N Out just announced the first store they ever closed because of the out-of-control crime. (21:37) Patrick reads an email from Michelle about a sensitive topic which is not appropriate for children. And talks about a technique called custody of the eyes. (28:11) Scott - A friend has been in a bible study with protestants for years and he is deciding he is going back to Catholic Church; the Eucharist is a motivation and went to meet a priest. What are some good things to have on hand with regards the Eucharist when addressing them with protestants? (36:34) Break 2 Journalist who tried to cancel Novak Djokovic over not taking COVID vaccine collapses and dies while covering Australian Open (44:40) - Veronica - Is the Catholic Church is the oldest Church or is it the Orthodox Church?

Patrick - Met someone on FB, she is Catholic. He is married in the Catholic Church, but divorced since 2007. Am I doing anything wrong by having this relationship on FB? We did tell each other I love you. Mark - Heard Russel Bran's livestream on vaccines. It seems like Pfizer is gearing up for turbo cancers now, as they bought this company that is looking into those turbo cancers. (17:02) Paul - There was a Pope who refused to add Filioque...then about 200 years later, Rome added it. Why did they add it to the creed? (25:03) Break 1 (26:12) Patrick discusses the Filioque. Not sure what that is? Check this segment out Joe - my son is getting married in the Greek Orthodox Church. Is it OK if I go? (39:55) Break 2 Jake - My cousin asked me to officiate his wedding. My cousin was Baptized protestant, and his fiancé was baptized Catholic? (47:22) Nicholas - Was my last confession valid? The priest did not 'i absolve you...'

Patrick discusses the sin of lusting after your spouse. Linda - What does Patrick suggest? I witnessed a transgender couple present themselves for communion at mass. What should I do? (10:31) Vonny - Two questions: Did Mary have other children? Jesus to the good thief - did the good thief go to heaven THAT day? (18:12) Break 1 Boston Children's Hospital Will Issue Hysterectomies To Kids (21:18) Joe - Daughter going to psychic. How can I talk to her, so I don't have to kick her out of the house? Agnes - How can I guide a young man who wants to not invite practicing Catholics to his wedding? (34:07) Break 2 Patrick shares that Putin is wanting to revoke the United States claim on Alaska. Heidi - Can I go to a Lutheran funeral? (38:01) Ryan - follow up-my parents were adamant that I was sinning, and it got my attention. I am devout now- encouragement for that dad. Ben - is it okay to invest in companies that do things against catholic teaching? Maureen - At one point, with transgenderism, do we address this issue with Bishops and not just prayer?

Patrick delves into the divisive issue of reparations for historical injustices and he critiques the effectiveness of current government programs aimed at rectifying past wrongs. Seinfeld being asked why most of his cast was white (03:30) Debate presentation on slavery reparations by Rafe Heydel-Mankoo at Harvard (08:39) Liz (email) – Why should we pay reparations for something we never did? Michael – Reparations is like if my great grandfather committed murder and they didn't find out about it till 200 years, so then I’m sentenced to go to jail. (30:45) Steve - I don't think that talking about reparations is insane in America

The debate on reparations for slavery takes center stage, prompting a thought-provoking exploration of the topic. The discussion touches on perspectives on reparations, including caller's personal experiences and reflections, as well as insights into critical race theory. Mike - I think that all the programs like welfare and snap have resulted in African American families not having fathers. Tom - I am opposed to reparations. But if it was to be implemented, wouldn't the Catholic Church get reparations since thy have been opposed to slavery forever? (07:57) Radical Mothering – Why aren’t more people interested in ending sexual slavery? Karen - We need to talk about the education in the black communities because schools in those areas are much worse than other areas. Casimir - Should we bring God into this discussion? In the miracle of Fatima, Mary said that God uses wars to punish the human race. Morgan Freeman shares how to stop racism in an older interview with Mike Wallace (31:41) LeVar Burton finds out, through a DNA test, that he has white ancestry Michael – I see reverse discrimination but I don’t hold onto a hatred of the black community

Patrick provides a comprehensive analysis of the Catholic Church's teachings on the subject of masturbation. The conversation takes an in-depth examination of the moral and ethical implications of masturbation, natural family planning, and the importance of understanding these concepts within the framework of Catholic teachings. Listeners are offered compelling insights and valuable perspectives, as Patrick addresses misconceptions and rationalizations surrounding this complex issue. Reparations in California is a blatant way to buy votes Marilyn - What do you think of the book “Jesus Calling“, by Sarah Young? It is very popular and I was given it as a gift from two different people. Suzie - How can President Biden not be prolife? Why is the Catholic Church not holding him accountable? Rich (email) – What is reverse-racism? Tom - What is the difference between masturbation and NFP? Why does the church allow one but not the other? (28:53) Mary - Is masturbation a mortal or venal sin? (43:26) Steven - Being through the LA riots, could I say I wanted reparations because black people destroyed my stuff. Also, what prayers can I pray for my grandmother who passed away? James - If a married couple has intercourse it is blessed, but if one of the two parties doesn't get stimulated, is that considered masturbation?

In a recent episode of The Patrick Madrid Show, Patrick had a compelling conversation with a caller named Jessica who brought up some questions related to the pro-life debate.  👶 The Misconception About Miscarriage and Abortion Laws: Jessica shared a personal story about her pregnancy where the baby was sadly no longer viable. Patrick clarified a crucial point – if the unborn child has died, the pregnancy has, in essence, ended. Procedures like a D&C in these circumstances aren’t considered abortion in the Church's eyes, as they don't involve the intentional ending of a living unborn child. Patrick reassured that even in states with strict abortion laws, medical procedures for miscarriages aren't prohibited. He debunked the fear-mongering myth that women could be penalized for seeking necessary medical care after a miscarriage. 👨‍👩‍👧 Men in the Abortion Debate: Jessica wondered why men should have a say in abortion discussions. Patrick offered a zesty perspective: since it takes a man to conceive, the child is as much his as the woman's. He argued that not needing to personally experience something to recognize its morality is a key point. Likening it to understanding murder is wrong without having to commit it, Patrick highlighted the moral duty to stand against what's immoral. He amusingly pointed out the inconsistency in the pro-abortion stance: men's opinions are accepted if they support abortion, but rejected if they oppose it. Look at Roe v Wade! All the people who decided the case were men!  📚 A Resource to Combat Pro-Abortion Arguments: Wrapping up, Patrick encouraged Jessica to check out Relevant Radio's Fast for Life ebook on responding to common pro-abortion arguments. It's a fun resource packed with information to equip and inspire!

Patrick addresses a question from a listener about the compatibility of martial arts, specifically taekwondo, with Catholic principles. Patrick delves into the history of sports and the moral considerations surrounding potentially dangerous activities. He also engages in a lighthearted conversation about 1970s television programs like "Kung Fu". The episode also features a caller sharing her impressive experiences with United Airlines flight operations and the exceptional training and skills of pilots and flight attendants. Email – Do martial arts fall into the same category as yoga? Susan - I use to work for United Airlines as a pilot. There are a lot of documents that need to be signed before a pilot can fly, so I don't think they will put their own license on the line. Also, what does it mean not to Judge? Brian (email) – Can you talk more about the spiritual aspects of martial arts? Joe - I am glad you are honest and are sharing some of your past enjoyments that may not be great. Marino - If a movie provokes an emotion of anger, is that wrong? (30:22) Tulio – Too bad we don’t have shows like Kung Fu anymore! John - in the 90’s, I was a naval officer and we were just bringing women on board with training on landing planes on the decks of ships. We gave the woman more chances to successfully land than the men which was dangerous and not in line with code. Brian - Why can't I attend a same sex marriage of my niece? (46:43)

Patrick Madrid delves into a discussion about the role of Peter as the rock and the foundation of the church. A listener calls in to explore the biblical passages that refer to Peter and Jesus as the rock, sparking a fascinating conversation on papal infallibility, the authority of the church, and the complexities of faith. Patrick offers insightful perspectives, historical context, and references from scripture to shed light on the deep theological questions raised by the caller. Trip - Tae Kwon Do does not have bad things in it. I did it for many years and won a lot of tournaments. Christie - Can laypeople lay hands on others during prayer? (08:56) Don - Is it Peter who is the Rock that the Church is built on, or his Profession of faith that is the Rock which the Church is built on? Colin - Why don't we call the people in the Old Testament “saints”? (40:59)