The Patrick Madrid Show

This episode of The Patrick Madrid Show is Holy Spirit fire meets tough love. The heart of it? Get your soul to confession: like, now. Not later. Not "someday." Now.      The Setup: Elizabeth Calls In   Elizabeth from Maine calls in and says:   -She and her friends (all in their 80s!) go to Dunkin’ Donuts every Sunday after Mass    -One day the conversation turns deep: “Hey, when’s the last time you all went to confession?”   -Turns out... many haven’t gone in years.    -One friend was even told by a priest that her convert husband didn’t need to go.    -Elizabeth is heartbroken, literally cried after talking with them    -But instead of despairing, she calls Patrick Madrid.      Patrick's Book Recommendation:   “Lord, Have Mercy: The Healing Power of Confession” by Dr. Scott Hahn A deep, biblical, and soul-nourishing read. Totally recommend if you're rusty on the why behind confession.     Patrick’s Take:   “It is the height of folly for people, especially the elderly, to play fast and loose with their salvation.”     He said this:   -Jesus Himself established confession (John 20). He literally gave the apostles the power to forgive sins. Not a metaphor. Not a warm fuzzy feeling. This is real-deal supernatural stuff.   -You don’t know when your time’s up. And Patrick's like: “Look, you don’t want to be standing before God thinking, ‘Oops, I meant to go.’”       Embarrassed to Confess? Patrick’s like:   -Everyone sins. You’re not special in your sin.    -The priest won't be shocked. He’s heard it all. He probably won’t even remember your face. And he’s got the cure to your soul-sickness.      The Bottom Line:   Don’t be foolish. Don’t gamble with your eternity. Get to confession.   -Do an examination of conscience    (Download the Relevant Radio App. It’s got a confession helper built in. No excuses now.)    -Go confess with humility and sincerity   -Make a real effort to convert and turn away from your past   -Receive God’s grace   -Be free   Final Thought:   Confession isn’t punishment; it’s healing. It’s Jesus saying:   “Let Me restore you to the beauty I created you for.”   So, if it’s been a minute… or a decade… Go. Jesus is waiting. The priest is ready. Your soul is worth it. 

Cyrus is back! Also, Patrick tackles some compelling topics, such as the nature of the Eucharist's privilege and the art of responding to Jehovah's Witnesses at your door. Listeners can expect a mix of practical advice and witty banter, making for an hour of enriching Catholic perspective and lively discussion.   Audio: A conversation between twins in womb (05:02) Thomas - Is it ok for priest to deny Communion to people who are late? (08:19) Claudia – I was told we only need to receive Communion once a year and there is no need to go to Confession at all. (14:39) Patrick shares a story from when he was kid and his Jehovah's Witnesses neighbor predicted the end of the world (21:34) Mary – A man in the Communion line said, 'there's a backup here' after I got back in line after stepping out to help my mom. He was really upset with me. (31:16) Cindy (email) - Is it possible for a person to start her teaching career at 61 years old? (37:38) John – Some church originations are for-profit originations. (38:59) Julia – Concerning the email you read about going back to school: If “Cindy” would go back to school, she would be hired at lower pay plus the kids and teaching would be different. She should be a professional one-on-one teacher. (43:27)

Listeners explore a variety of topics with Patrick, ranging from different rites within the Catholic Church to the deep spiritual power of confession. Patrick provides heartfelt advice and shares personal experiences, offering a window into rich Catholic faith traditions. Callers bring unique questions, from choosing parishes to understanding aspects of religious education and sacramental practices. Expect thoughtful reflection, practical advice, and vibrant community interaction that make The Patrick Madrid Show a must-listen.   Molly – Is it ok for us to go to a Byzantine Parish? Do I have to follow their calendar? (01:32) Sadie - Julie made a valid comment but we need to trust the Lord and be there for the youth. Maybe the youth behave this way because adults are afraid of them. (09:36) Phyllis - I encourage Cindy to go back. I went to school for nursing at 50. I only regret not doing it sooner. (11:58) Google searches for ‘How to Reduce Stress’ just hit a record high (19:21) Elizabeth - Friends haven’t gone to Confession in years. They were told by a priest that they didn't have to go. (24:02) Al - Jesus says he isn't going to the feast, and then he goes to the feast. How should we interpret this? (37:11) Paul (email) – Should godfather be capitalized? (41:48) Lane - How can I be attentive and reverent while attending Mass in a different language? (44:39) Maria – Is there a good book for first communion and Baptism? (47:54)

Patrick addresses the importance of choosing the right godparents and confirmation sponsors while emphasizing the significance of family and faith. He highlights the alarming trend of road rage incidents against Tesla drivers, offering a thoughtful perspective on the current social climate. Patrick provides practical advice on handling family matters with compassion and encourages community support.   Cecilia (email) – Can a non-practicing Catholic be a sponsor for Confirmation? (01:21) John - My mom stopped going to Confession because she said she had no mortal sins in the last 10 years (06:27) Rudy - When is it the proper time to sit in the pew after communion, when everything is purified or when the priest sits? (11:53) Emily - My children's godparents are not living the faith and my godchild's mother has left the faith. What should I do? (18:42) Audio: (Another) Tesla road rage incident (31:52) Rosy - I need some way to convince my adult children that pre-marital sex is wrong (43:10)

On today's Patrick Madrid Show on Hour 1, Patrick shares some good news and also interacts with the following callers: News about possible miracle through intercession to Cardinal Pell 23andMe in bankruptcy and has been given permission to sell consumer genetic data. Joshua - Can you have the Sacrament exposed even if no is able to adore? Frank - I was taught that we had to fast at midnight but Vatican II relaxed it to 1 hour. What does the 1-hour rule apply too? Can you chew gum or suck on suckers before?

In Hour 2, Patrick discusses the following news, plus callers join the conversation: News about the earthquake in Myanmar. Maria - In the Spanish version of Hail Mary what does "Dios Te Salve", mean since Mary doesn't have any sin? Teresa - If the incarnation did not take place the way it did, would we still be partakers in God's work? Robert - My ex's father passed. should I go to the funeral? Email – Anonymous - How specific do I need to be with mortal sin, and should I have a confessor who knows me or should I go to one that I don’t know? Alethia - I saw a history show that talked about big stones that were moved around by cyclops with a 3rd eye. is it true and how do I know what is true and not? Isabel - Does God still love Satan and demons? Valentina - If anger is a sin, then why is God angry with his people? Mark - Without limbo, how do you remove original sin, what is purpose of Baptism? During consecration, what power does the priest have the power to do it?

In Hour 3, Patrick discusses the following: Josh - What does it mean when God hardened the Pharaoh’s heart? does that take away free will? Doug - At mass mother who has small children and breaks the Eucharist and feeds it to them even though they are not of age. Michelle - When Father purifies vessels after mass, can another person do that or only a priest? Pearl - Read your book and I became Catholic. Victoria - We are talking about gender affirming care in my master’s class. how can i talk about this charitably? Tom - can you explain why masturbation a mortal sin? Diego - Why do we need to ask others to pray for us if God already knows what we need?

On today's Patrick Madrid show, Patrick talks with the following callers in Hour 1: Gabriel - How can I prepare my 7-year-old daughter for her first confession? David - Someone who receives communion at my parish will raise the host up to the alter before consuming it. Is that okay? David - Today's reading about whoever is not with me is against me seems to contradict another Gospel where Jesus says whoever is not against us is for us. How do I reconcile this? Lisa - What is the Church's teaching on only God knowing the state of the soul when someone dies? Some people seem to canonize others at the funerals.  How do we balance hope and being realistic? Therese - My son told me that he is going to study to become a free mason. how do I talk him out of this?

Patrick discusses the following during Hour 2: Elias - How effective are prayers from people of different faiths? Francisco - Is it true that you don't need to be Catholic to go to heaven? AND I was told we are all Saints. Is that true? Jessica - How do you honor the commandment of honoring your parents when they tell you to do something that is against the Catholic Faith? E-Frank - How do you know if a priest is doing something against Cannon Law? AND how can you stop him? Janice - Yesterday, I went to mass and the priest was visibly sick so I decided to not receive communion. Is that a sin? Emmy - Regarding Following Jesus: God has been working in my heart. I left the Church half a year ago because of hypocrisy and scrupulosity. I think I was maybe wrong to leave.

Patrick discusses the following during Hour 3: Audio – Brian Tracy – Be aggressive with your self-improvement. Sam - I wanted to give you an update on my health. I have Parkinson's and it is becoming harder to speak and walk. If you could pray for me I would appreciate it. Matthew - I was at my sister's confirmation last night and some things stuck out to me. People should go to confession before receiving the sacrament and the difference between validity and licenses. Should something be done if a sacrament is rendered illicitly? The Handbook of Indulgences and Grants, Page 57 Nick - Should I get married first or get confirmed first? Aaron - I was talking about confession with a friend of mine who thinks we can go directly to God. Why does my Catholic faith have so many more rules I need to follow? Will - Follow up on Sam's call - going to the priest is key difference between Catholic and protestant faith.