The Patrick Madrid Show

Patrick talks the question of how pain and time work in purgatory helps listeners understand principles of baptism in the Catholic Church, and helps business owners navigate the workplace when it comes to having employees who are trans. Joe - Can you explain what is pain and time in purgatory? Guadalupe - Family friend has two older children who he wants to baptize. Why do they need to go to Catechism before baptizing them? Mary - My son and his wife left the Catholic Church and baptizing their child in a Episcopalian church. Can I go to the baptism? Rie - If time doesn't exist in purgatory, why did Mary tell Lucia that the young girl who passed away would be spending time in purgatory till the end of time? Britney - We got our marriage blessed, but it was before my husband finished RCIA. Is our marriage sacramental? Lisa - I am a dentist and I have two patients who work at Planned Parenthood. What should I do? Martha - I have employees that are trans. How can I interact with them in the workplace?

Patrick discusses how Catholics should deal with preferred pronouns in today’s society, speaks with listeners about the best tools for studying the bible and helps a caller whos husband cheated on her and committed adultery. Joe - What should a faithful Catholic do when people ask them to use preferred pronouns? Elizabeth - I am a Eucharistic minister and know that a couple in our church are a lesbian couple. I gave them the cup but felt bad afterwards. What should I do? Dan - What are the best tools to study the bible? Julie - Regarding caller from yesterday about college daughter living in boy’s dorm: My dad told me that there is nothing wrong with being a virgin. Brianna - I recently convalidated my marriage but then found out my husband committed adultery. Is our marriage valid?

You want to affirm God's truth about human sexuality and gender, but you also desire to show love to those who disagree with you. If you struggle with keeping this balance, check out this conversation! In this clip, Martha, who owns a small dog-related business, seeks advice on how to navigate her interactions with trans employees while remaining true to her Catholic beliefs. She respects her trans employees and acknowledges their value to her company but grapples with her Catholic faith and how to balance it with modern workplace culture. Martha mentions a recent situation where a trans employee asked to include preferred pronouns on a new hire sheet.  Patrick Madrid suggests that Martha should maintain professionalism and treat her employees with care, despite disagreeing with their choices. He also highlights that it's essential to avoid getting drawn into situations that could lead to legal issues related to harassment or discrimination.

Patrick helps listeners understand the resurrection of Christ, shares why relics are able to travel the world but we can't scatter ashes of the deceased, and explains how the bonds of marriage are affected by death. Email – I know Jesus existed, but I struggle with the resurrection. I want to accept him, but I can’t get past this wall of doubt. Leonard - Why can we move relics of saints but not disperse ashes of people? Ken - I would like to give some evangelical insights on a differing view of baptism Zulma - If you get married and your spouse dies, are you still married to him? Jim - Is the Catholic faith threatened more today in our current culture than it was in the past? I used to be Catholic, fell away, but now am feeling more drawn to it.

Patrick talks with listeners about the collapse or society and how Contraception and abortion may be a leading cause of this problem, as well as answers why priests can't get married today. Patrick continues his conversation with Jim from the end of the previous hour about the consistent breaking down of our faith in a culture that celebrates atheism and sin. Rosie - I recently separated from my boyfriend after 15 years. Can I go to confession and receive Jesus in the Eucharist? We were living in sin for all those years. Monica - What rules do you have when your family gets together for a reunion? Do you do something to keep it more organized? Ron - I think that contraception and abortion are collapsing the Church. Biden makes sign of the cross in bizarre moment with Israeli PM Netanyahu Rod - Why can't priests get married in the Church today? It used to be allowed. It says in the bible that it is better to marry than to lust.

Patrick engages in dialog with a protestant who is considering joining the Catholic Church, discusses the morality of video games, and shares the stories of listeners who converted to the Catholic faith. Reginald - I am a protestant and I'm thinking about converting to the Catholic Church. Your show has really helped me. Patrick shares emails coming in about the topic of kids playing outside James - I am currently working my dream job in the video game industry. What are your thoughts on video games? Are they intricately evil? Mary - Our daughter is staying at a boy’s dorm in college against our will. What should we do? Laura - I am a deacon's wife. Deacons are married and it is a huge sacrifice for the family. I don't think priests should be allowed to get married. Rogelio - How was the Virgin Mary born free of sin? Brandon - I am interested in joining the Catholic Church but my wife is against it.  I don't want to break up the family. What should I do? Leeann - I am a convert, much like Reginald from earlier in the show, and your book “Surprised by Truth” played a big role in my conversion. Fernando - I talked with you about an abortion that my wife had. We decided to make an appointment for confession. My wife wants to know if we will be able to be a family in heaven?

Have you ever been asked this question: "Are you saved?" Maybe you felt flustered and didn't know how to respond. Can you, as a Catholic, say that you're saved? Is this scriptural?  In this podcast episode of The Patrick Madrid Show, the caller, Heather, asks whether Catholics can claim to be saved and discusses the perspective of Protestant family members who believe in "once saved, always saved." Patrick Madrid provides a comprehensive response. He explains that the Bible uses various verb tenses (past, present progressive, and future) when discussing salvation. Catholics can say they have been saved (past), are being saved (present progressive), and will be saved (future) by God's grace. However, this doesn't imply an absolute assurance of salvation because individuals can choose to turn away from faith. Patrick cites biblical passages such as 1 Corinthians 3, Ephesians 2, Acts 2, Acts 27, 1 Corinthians 1, and 2 Corinthians 2 to illustrate the different verb tenses used regarding salvation. He emphasizes that Catholics should approach the concept of salvation with humility, understanding that they need to work out their salvation in fear and trembling, as warned by St. Paul. Patrick also notes that the belief in "once saved, always saved" is a common misunderstanding of Scripture, particularly prevalent in certain Protestant denominations. He provides examples of passages that suggest the possibility of losing salvation. He encourages Heather to engage in fruitful discussions with her Protestant family members by referencing these passages when they discuss the topic of salvation.

Patrick explores the different aspects of salvation, the importance of marrying within the Catholic faith, and the challenges in interpreting Scripture. Listen as Patrick unravels the complexities of the concept of salvation in the Bible, provides insights on mixed marriages, and shares anecdotes and theological perspectives on crucial teachings. Plus, don't miss the enlightening conversation about the power of apostolic tradition and the danger of presumption.  Adam (Email) – Did Adam and Eve engage in the “marital act” before the Fall? Email – Can souls released from purgatory pray for us when they get to Heaven? Patrick offers resources to an email asking about dating someone from another religion Dan - Ecumenism: The Catholic Church doesn't seem to be doing ecumenism in the same way as scripture.  How can a podcast you did on ecumenism be used to interpret scripture? Heather - What does it mean when protestants say they are “saved?” Can I say, as a Catholic, that I am saved?

Patrick discusses St. Augustine's sermon on maintaining unity in the Catholic Church, even in the midst of scandals, and highlights its relevance to every generation. We also address the importance of cultivating virtue and the question of burial customs are explored, shedding light on their impact on eternity. We also delve into the topic of committing mortal sins and the importance of striving to avoid them.  Email - Is it necessary to have Rosaries blessed before you use them? Amy - Book recommendation to Dan: “Where we got the Bible: our debt to the Catholic Church”. I am a convert after 20 years and this book helped me a lot. Melba - I make knotted Rosaries. Can I make them without a crucifix? Conner 8-years-old - Who was the first person on earth? Elaine - If someone gets cremated and transported to another place do they need to have a funeral in the place they are coming from first? Jaime - If you get distracted during the rosary, does it still count? Mary - What large print bible would be good for me? St. Augustine on maintaining the unity of the catholic church even amidst scandals Patrick - If I am in mortal sin on Sunday, do I not get merit for saying the rosary?

We discuss the biblical definition of a nation and its historical context, as well as the importance of reading and understanding the original texts of the Bible. Additionally, we address listener questions on a variety of subjects, including divorce, raising children, and the perpetual virginity of Mary.  Terence - How does the Church define what a nation is? Some popes have said to respect the powers of nations. Joseph - I am going through a divorce and am wondering how I should navigate child custody? Tori - Did Joseph ever have sexual relations with Mary? Alex - I learned that Mary was sent to live in a temple when she was 3-years-old and needed to be married in order to be safe. That is why she got married. Patrick reads and responds to an email from a 24-year-old who is having marital relations with her boyfriend. They share a child together and she hopes to marry him someday. She asks if what she’s doing is sinful. Maria - Did Saint Ann and Saint Joachim have sexual relations? Frank - I have a lot medical problems and nothing seems to be helping. I am stuck in my house and not sure what to do with my life. What should I do?