The Patrick Madrid Show

Patrick answers listener questions about why women cannot be priests, how does God see us everywhere we go, and how do I explain the Trinity to young people? Tom - I have two brothers who left the Church. Does the Catholic Church evolve overtime in our understanding of God? If so, why can't we have women as Priests? Briella 7-years-old - How does God see us everywhere we go? Linda - I married a Catholic even though I wasn't Catholic. I eventually became Catholic! Denise - I am concerned about A.I. being high jacked. Are we becoming communist China when children are having trans surgery behind their parents back? Elizabeth - I was raised Catholic and a CCD teacher, but after the pandemic I started thinking maybe the Catholic faith is wrong. Why should I stay in the Church? Anna - How do I explain the Trinity to young people? I am also a teacher and I deal with pronouns by calling them by their names.

How do you know that you are really saved? What if you just pick and choose what you want to believe in? Do you truly have to be Catholic? Patrick dives in deep with caller Maria who challenges him on salvation and what Jesus really taught.   

Patrick answers listener questions about difficult penances, is it a mortal sin to shop somewhere that also sells the abortion pill, and what’s a great book to for kids who are un-catechized? Patrick plays the Taco Tuesday song for a loyal listener Wendy – Is it okay to listen to music with questionable (sinful) lyrics? Mark - How do I respond if the penance the priest gives in confession is too difficult? Sana - Can you recommend a good book that isn't directly Catholic but is pro-American and not so 'in your face' for a book club? Rose – I’m concerned about going to confession lately. Sometimes I am not given much of a penance. What do I do? Donna - I have two granddaughters who are un-catechized. I would like to send them a book that would introduce them to the Catholic Faith. I want to give them a book that they would actually read. Patrick recommends “The Baltimore Catechism St. Joseph Edition” It’s been 5 years to the day that Greta Thunberg said humanity would be wiped out if we don’t stop using fossil fuels Michelle - I read that CVS sells the abortion pill. Would it be a mortal sin to still get my prescriptions filled there. Patty - It's funny that these companies support abortion. They are undermining themselves by eliminating customers.

Maria calls in to challenge Patrick on Catholic teachings, such as Baptism and salvation. Patrick spends a good deal of time patiently explaining to her the various Bible verses that directly address her concerns showing how the Catholic Church’s teachings are straight from the bible. Irene - Is it a sin to look up the penance online, if I don't know the prayer? Rod - John Chapter 1. How did John the Baptist not recognize Jesus if he was his cousin? Does this point to an inconsistency in the Scripture? Kathy (email) – Intimacy in a difficult marriage Lawrence - If the apostles received the Eucharist at the Last Supper, when were they absolved from any prior sins? Maria calls in to challenge Patrick on Catholic teachings, such as Baptism and salvation.  Dar - My mom did not write her real name on my Baptism certificate. Is the Baptism valid? Bobby - Is it wrong for someone to discuss the contents of their confession on the air. Does that undo the confession or violate the seal?

Patrick answers listener questions about working at a place that has practices that go against your morals, how do we know which religion is real, how do you explain seemingly contradictory passages of the bible, and do Catholics pray to statues? Louise - I am applying for a job and would have to teach diversity training. What are your thoughts on me taking this job? Mary Anne - I have a nephew who is going into the seminary. What would be a good gift to give him? Andrew - How do I know which religion is real? Cindy - When Jesus was in the Temple, he told Mary he needed to be about his Father's business, but at Cana, he told her His time had not yet come. Seems like a contradiction. What do you think? Sheeree - If the Catholic Church is the Church that Jesus instituted, why can't Jews be Catholics? Patrick recommends “A Protestant Minister becomes a Catholic” by Scott Hahn Joyce - I am trying to sell my property. Should I give my daughter a break to buy the house when I need the money for retirement? Jack - If you are in a Church and praying in front of a statue, are you really a Christian?

If someone confesses a serious crime in the Sacrament of Reconciliation, why can't the priest reveal that sin to the authorities or even tell the penitent that he must do so in order to be forgiven? Cat from CA, who is a Protestant, explains that this is one of the only Catholic teachings she has a difficult time understanding.  Listen to Patrick's helpful explanation, as he digs into the beauty of Confession and shares why the seal is meant to protect you.   

Patrick shares a source for parents with kids who have been indoctrinated by the transgender movement https://courageisahabit.org/. Vera - I want to buy Surprised by Truth, but I am wondering what edition should I buy? Is it okay to receive Communion by intinction? Frank - Intinction has not been allowed by our bishop but both species have been aloud. Faith - In scripture it says the body is meant to strengthen and the blood is meant to wash. Also you mentioned the ability to have babies makes a woman. What about women who can't have babies? Heidi - How do I know if new prayers and devotions are approved by the Church? Some new prayers seem good, but I'm not sure.

Patrick answers listener questions about the Latin Mass, do Orthodox Churches have councils, what’s the best way to “handle” stored fertilized embryos, what does “the Veil of the Temple was torn in two” mean, and is it sinful to use Starbucks and Target gift cards that ever given to me? Teresa - My father-in-law is a seven day Adventist and doesn't remember getting baptized. Can I go to his baptism and would it be valid? Darin - The Latin Mass really helped me understanding the Body and Blood of Christ, it is separated and then reunited so they can receive the Eucharist in its entirety. Cheryl - Do the Orthodox Churches have councils? Diana - There was a drag story event held near my workplace. What are your thoughts on it? If a couple uses IVF, and they have fertilized embryos in storage, what is the best way to “handle” them? James - I work in the video game industry and saw the company that makes the game engine I use is supporting pride month. Am I supporting evil by using this game engine? Cindy - Target and Starbucks: can I use gift cards from these places that were given to me? Caroline (email) – What does “The Veil of the Temple was torn in two” mean?

Patrick answers listener questions about the Seal of Confession, do Priests go to confession, did Jesus sin, can you change godparents later in life, and what is the Maronite Church? Paul - Some riders can see better without a helmet. I was surprised that you were so confident that God the Father was not a man. I think this theory that God is a man has become more common here. Rebecca - My friend is against people who pray out loud. Sometimes I am so shocked, I can't stand up for myself or others. Cat - I am protestant and the seal of confession is a hang up for me being Catholic Marge - How do priests go to confession? Do they need to go to another priest? Armando (Twitter) – Why does St. Paul refer to Jesus as making him sin in Corinthians 5:21? Brynn - Can you switch your godparents? Pat - What is the first judgment and the final judgment? Lynn - What is the Maronite Church and can Catholic go to it?

Patrick offers guidance and shines the light of truth on the LGBTQ and Trans Agenda Curt Schilling sounds off on what’s wrong with the Dodgers and MLB (curtesy of Jesse Watters and Fox News) Patrick shares an email from a fellow Catholic who participated in the protest outside of the Dodgers stadium Cyrus shares an email from a nurse who says she’s always treated everyone equally and with respect, but her job is now making everyone take special LGBTQ training Rod - When the guy’s carrying the arch of the covenant, how come they got struck down when they touched it? Where was God's mercy and compassion then? Jonathan - Would God ever allow somebody to commit pre-marital sex for the right reason? Tom - Comment about the compassion God showed in whipping out those people. Bob – Did Judas go to heaven? Dusty - Did God the Father and Jesus always exist together. Why do we call them Father and Son?