The Patrick Madrid Show

Father Spencer shares his struggles with balancing sleep in his life and shares great resources on how he has worked on this. Father takes on the question of receive the blood of Christ when going to Mass and the importance of using the proper words of the Mass, Segment 1 (0:00) Father Spencer recommends a book called “Why We Sleep” by Dr. Matthew Walker. This book has helped him manage his sleep schedule better. Segment 2 (18:30) Mary - When can we have the Precious Blood at Church again? Mary - Comment: Sleep and dreams play a central role in the Bible. April - If you're in a state in life when you can't take communion (I'm waiting for an annulment go through), how can you remain spiritually engaged? Segment 3 (34:32) Katie - I just came from daily mass, the priest said, 'through Christ, with Christ, and in Christ.' Was that ok? Jeff - Follow-up to April - couldn't April receive communion if she's not having intimate relations? Christina - Church musician. When I am music minister, I miss parts of the mass and looking for tips on how to have a richer experience?

Father gives some practical advice on how to follow along with your church missile at Mass, how best to participate in quality prayer, what couples should do who aren’t married in the Church but still want to baptize their children. Segment 1 (0:00) Jodi - Q: Was my SSPX wedding from 2006 valid? I have since gotten divorced. Gretchen - Why doesn't the priest tell us which Eucharistic prayer he's using? I like to follow along with the missal. George - Questions about Kiss of peace during mass and apostle's creed and use of word 'until' in readings. Segment 2 (20:29) Mike - When Moses commanded the Israelites to slaughter the lamb and put the blood on the door it was a prefigurement of the Blood of Christ. how much now does the devil flee when he sees the blood of Christ on the lips of believers.' Mary Ann - Why are there multiple Eucharistic prayers instead of just one? Marie - Is there such a thing as quality of prayer? do i have to be in a certain place. Segment 3 (35:00) Catherine - If a couple is not married in the church but wants baptism for their baby, do they need their married convalidated first? Andreas - Is it okay for Our Father prayer at mass to be sung? Why do some priests do this?

Father Spencer shares a letter from the Bishop of California on the “Body Soul Unity of the Human Person” addressing the issue of gender dysphoria. Father addresses biblical view of how Catholics perceive salvation and talks about how to get an indulgence through the rosary. Segment 1 (0:00) Celine - I think we chose the wrong godparents. Can we pick someone else? Gill - debating about salvation: The Bible says believe in the Lord and you will be saved. (acts 16:31). My Catholic friend thinks 'saved' is only for Protestants. What should I say? Segment 2 (19:22) Dennis - Q: what does Father think about the Neo-Catecumenal way? Why do they have so many young people attending? Mary - Comment: I’m a catechist and I teach 8th grade. I had a parent that was unhappy with the sponsor her son picked. The mom was worried; I said to her that this is God's way of bringing the sponsor back to the Church. I hope that God made a difference in this man. Rose Mary - Praying the rosary with a group you get a plenary indulgence. Do you get a plenary indulgence even if you don't know you can get one? Segment 3 (36:55) Father talks about how to receive a plenary indulgence in a group when you pray the rosary. Virginia - The priest gave communion to the first person in the pew and then asked that person to distribute communion to other people in that pew. Was that OK? Antonio - What is Church's teaching on prenuptial agreements? Jeannette - Do you need to have a spiritual baptism for miscarried baby?

Special Guest Host Fr. Matthew Spencer discusses the importance of specific prayers and their ability to guide our actions and bring about peace. We tackle the challenge of forgiveness and the struggle to let go of control, and whether or not to meet with someone who has caused deep wounds. Fr. Matthew patiently and gently talks with callers as he encourages them to trust in God's will even when it differs from their own desires.  Oct. 17 is day of prayer, fasting for peace in Holy Land Beth - My dad had an affair and fathered a child. This child now has reached out to us and wants to meet with us. What should I do? (20:36) Cyrus shares the story of reaching out to the father he never knew and through forgiveness how a relationship between father and son was born Kevin - Is prayer stronger if its more specific? Barry - How do you explain that we Catholics are not cannibals when we eat Jesus in the Eucharist? Molly (46:16) - The young students in my faith formation are wondering if people are in hell yet?

Special Guest Host Fr. Matthew Spencer -  Comments on the biography on Elon Musk Monica - What is the proper way to fast for today? James (14:20) - If I skip lunch, is that considered a fast for today? I had breakfast already. Christie - Why do we say the Nicaean Creed for the Mass and the Apostles Creed for the Rosary? Richard - My sister who is liberal and is not practicing her faith. She says that she loves Pope Francis because she thinks he is changing the teaching on homosexuality. How can I explain that he is not doing this? Mary (29:40) - If you make a personal vow to God, will I need to go to the priest to be released from the vow? Jim - Do we have any obligation as Catholics to help God's “will be done on Earth as it is in Heaven” as it says in the Our Father Prayer? Joseph - I now understand why Jesus came into the world after your talk about Confession just now. That is what the Sacraments are all about.

Special Guest Host Fr. Matthew Spencer -  Esmeralda - My cousin told me that her sister in law was having surgery so I told her to keep praying. What is the proper thing to tell her? Robin (email) – Is it appropriate for a Bishop to wear his mitre while wearing his street clothes at a conference? Claudia (30:16) - How do I get to a point of trusting Our Lord with His will? I am in remission from cancer right now. Jody (40:17) - How do you let go of the outcome of a situation? Bill - Why do we pray the Divine Mercy chaplet at 3pm instead of saying the Stations of the Cross?

Special guest host, Fr. Matthew Spencer, dives into a wide range of topics, from the profession of faith for individuals coming into full communion with the Catholic Church, to the profound impact of St. Therese of Lesux's "little way" on the Church. We explore the beauty and significance of the sacrament of the anointing of the sick, as well as the balance between personal piety and communal participation during the Eucharistic celebration. Join us as we delve into the Church's teachings on relics, the spiritual battle at the moment of death, and the challenge of supporting LGBTQ individuals while living according to God's will.    Pope Francis publishes new apostolic exhortation on St. Thérèse of Lisieux Ken (12:48) – Can Catholics allow confession via Zoom? Adrian (19:29) - Do you have to be prayed out of purgatory by someone living on Earth? Patty - If Jesus was King of the Jews, why aren't we Christians Jewish? Iren - During the Mass, when the priest says, “blessed are you Lord God of all creation”, can he say it out loud or does he have to say it quietly? If the Priest can say it out loud, can I ask my pastor to say it out loud? Dennis - What tribe was John the Baptist from and was he from Qumran? Did the Romans destroy Qumran? Why is John the Baptist the greatest prophet? Kevin - What is the prayer that the congregation says in Spanish and Creo Masses during the Consecration? Celeste - When was the Hail Mary prayer made official?

Special guest host Fr. Matthew Spencer Jean - If someone has the last rights and a little time passes, is there a way to know if they go straight to heaven or to purgatory? Connie - Regarding the Gospel Reading from yesterday: Why was the person thrown out because he didn't have a wedding garment. It seems harsh? Bill (19:07) - What profession of faith does an adult need to make to become Catholic? Deacon Wayne - I heard a long time ago that the wedding garment was something given to us by the King. So the king was wondering if the wedding garment was lost or sold by the person at the feast. Katie – Is the consecration saying, “My Lord and my God”, an indulgence prayer? What would be better to say? Alonso - Is it okay to convert someone’s ashes into diamonds? Can I keep the ashes in my own house? Patrick - Is there symbolism to the 6 jars at the Wedding Feast of Cana? Mark - Is there still a Jewish covenant? Are there two covenants?

Special guest host Fr. Matthew Spencer Yasmine - My son is told not to kneel while serving during the Liturgy of the Eucharist. Is it okay for him not to kneel at that time? Albert - Regarding Apostolic Blessings for last rites: It seems that the devil tries to get us at the very end. Are there any examples of anyone who has fallen at the end of his life? Alicia - My mom was cremated and her ashes were spread around. Now I have a box of her remaining ashes. What should do with it? Pamela (19:51) - What is the difference between carrying cremated remains of a loved one and relics of saints? Denise (25:28) - My husband and I want to be cremated when we die. Can only part of us be scattered at a specific spot outside of our burial place? Agnes - How can I follow a bishop who supports LGBT and gives communion to pro-abortion politicians? Normand - John 3: 7. It says you “must be born again”, not that you need to be Catholic. It doesn't seem like Jesus is talking about any organization. What do you think? Cyndy (twitter) – Can Catholics pray with Orthodox icons? Maggie - My family had a relic that was passed down in my family. Do we need to update the Church on our relic? Anna - Will we see our loved ones in heaven? Will we see the face of Jesus if we are in purgatory?

Patrick addresses the differences between Catholicism and the beliefs of the LDS Church, as we explore the implications of religious disagreement. Additionally, we'll be diving into a disturbing incident in which a priest dressed as a clown attempts to consecrate elements at Mass. Learn more about the consequences of this illicit act and if it affects the validity of the sacrament. You won't want to miss our discussion on the consequences of sin, seeking forgiveness, and navigating the challenges of life. And finally, we'll be addressing a listener's concerns regarding the Mormon Church's beliefs about our Heavenly Father, as well as exploring the historical origins and objectives of Freemasonry.   Patrick comments on The Chosen and shares that those responsible for the show are Mormons and if that should affect if you should watch it or not Can a Free Mason be in the Knights of Columbus? What is the difference between valid and licit?