The Patrick Madrid Show

Greg (email) – A girl I thought I loved broke up with me a long time ago, but now I’m getting married to someone who is truly right for me (01:38) Lori - If somebody isn't a Catholic, was never baptized, agrees to be baptized for the sake of his wife but doesn't truly believe, is it a valid baptism? (04:22) Anna - If a married couple are Protestants and they divorce and remarry, is that adultery? (14:08) There has been 458 attacks on Catholic Churches across the United States since May 2020 (20:48) Audio: Using IVF, a soon-to-be father shows his disappointment in the possibility of having a daughter (22:01) Patrick comments on a new movies coming out called “Conclave” (26:19) Email – Is it possible for someone in middle-life not to have any sins? (39:49)

Patrick has an engaging conversation with a caller concerned about the validity of a recent mass he attended. Patrick delves into the intricacies of what constitutes a valid consecration and discusses how priests sometimes, due to age or distraction, might unintentionally ad-lib parts of the liturgy.   Rose - I attended a Mass where the priest seemed to adlib and even omitting prayers. Was it still valid? (03:41) Todd - Andrew Tate seems like a believer in Christianity and a supporter of women (10:20) Chris - What Authority does the USCCB have? Should they be making rules that we need to follow? (15:47) Francisco - What does it mean that if a woman's husband dies then she doesn't commit adultery? Michelle - Is there a good book that explains the very beginning of Christianity? (33:00) Lola - If someone is living in a different state is it valid to get married in a different state? (38:11)

Patrick discusses the alarming revelation that nearly 150 Catholic hospitals provide transgender surgeries and hormone therapies to minors, contradicting church teachings. He emphasizes the irreversible harm done to these children and calls on church leaders, investors, and parents to take swift, decisive action. This highlights the urgent need for accountability and moral integrity in our healthcare and religious institutions.   Nearly 150 Catholic Hospitals Provided Transgender Surgeries or Drugs to Children (00:39) Audio: Critical Race Theory takedown by Condoleezza Rice on “the View” (18:37) Kevin - Can you give some more details that purchasing stock in a company that is wrong might be bad. I assume that anyone who as invested in some of these big companies would be judged harshly. I think that is wrong. (21:42) Thomas - Why don't you care about circumcision if you are concerned with gender changes? (30:05) Erin (email) – I feel the Holy Spirit in an intense way during Communion. Do other people feel this? (35:51) Kathryn - Our child believes he is transgender. What can we do? (41:25)

Patrick delves into the profound complexities of gender identity and the unshakable nature of biological reality. From discussing the emotional struggles of a male caller to a mom’s heartfelt journey with her daughter's transition, he explores the challenges, the emotional blackmail from medical professionals, and the triumph of faith and family unity. It's a compelling reminder of the importance of standing firm in truth while showing unwavering love.   Audio: Neal McDonough – I was fired for not doing a kissing sex scene (00:34) Casey - I heard years ago that every man has some female genes, and every female has some male genes, but that does not determine gender. (02:51) Nina – Is assisted suicide ever okay? (05:59) Mary - My teenage daughter wanted to transition.  She left home after mixing up with the wrong people.  I prayed continuously for her, told her we love her but this is against our beliefs and told her we can't be part of her life. She ended up realizing she was being groomed and she didn’t realize it. (12:44) Susana - My parish started a program that is promoting a LGBTQ agenda called 'Fortunate and Faith Filled Families'. I was thinking about attending one of the meetings as an inquiry. How is this getting approved?   (19:17) Melissa - If God knows everything, then why does He let people do bad things?  (31:38) Anne – My 12-year-old grandson has a friend whose mother is a lesbian and getting a divorce from her lesbian partner.  I’m worried about him, what am I to do? (38:03) Lynn - I looked at that NC Register article about Catholic hospitals participating in transgender surgeries on children.  I just found out my company, which I'm a board member of, is giving money to that hospital.  What am I to do? (44:52)

Patrick addresses a listener concerned about IUD removal and provides advice on seeking a second opinion. He also discusses the moral implications of vasectomies and reversals, emphasizing repentance and forgiveness. Plus, he tackles the controversy of predestination in Calvinism, the validity of confessional absolutions, and where to start reading the Bible if you're new to it.   Ed (email) – My wife wanted to remove her IUD but she is worried it will have negative consequence. Also, I had a vasectomy many years ago. (00:56) Gabriel - Talked with you in March and I wanted to update you on my reformed theology in-laws. My father-in-law has accepted my invitation to give him more info about the Catholic Church. What should I give him? (06:48) James - Were there any fruits that you saw from the James White debate regarding conversions? (22:44) Wade - How do we debate Protestants about decisions made by the magisterium through history that seem to contradict? (31:36) Jonathan - Predestination: Is the belief in double predestination the same thing as saying “God damns people to hell”? (40:14) Thomas - What is the proper form and matter for confession? (47:16) Val - Where do you start with reading the bible with your family?

We hear from a young caller who experienced a mysterious and unsettling event during the night who felt a physical force and heard eerie voices while praying. Patrick provides thoughtful guidance on handling potential supernatural occurrences, emphasizing prayer, vigilance, and the importance of seeking a priest's blessing for the home. He also discusses discerning between spiritual encounters and possible deceptive influences, offering practical advice and recommending a valuable book on the subject.   Patrick continues his conversation with Val from the end of the previous hour about the best way to read the bible (00:57) Trinity (17-years-old) – I was awakened by what I thought might be evil spirits, so I started praying. Why do souls in purgatory come to visit us? Is it God who sends them? (08:27) Audio: Young mother refuses to abort her child who will not live outside her womb (19:29) Patrick reads and comments on an email about spiritual attacks at home and how do we know if it’s not an angel? (24:39) Julie - Overhype of Hurricane Milton: I think that it could have been all of our prayer that made the hurricane less severe. (38:51) Marco - Is it a sin to eat Halal meat? (44:48)

If your teen is battling for a smartphone, you need to hear this. Today on The Patrick Madrid Show, Patrick dives deep into the dangers and distractions smartphones pose, especially for teenagers. He shares compelling insights on why holding off on that device might be the best decision you make for their growth, safety, and spiritual well-being. Plus, he explores alternatives like Charity Mobile, a fantastic, no-hassle provider that even gives back to your favorite pro-life charity.   Catherine - My 15-year-old son wants a cell phone. Should I give him one? (00:48) Patrick recommends Charity Mobile (06:48) Joanne - My sister died on Memorial Day and hadn't been to Church in a long time. A priest did come before she died. Could she have been saved? (11:19) Jessica - I was civilly married, so do I need an annulment now that I am divorced? (15:33) Troy - Is it okay to take communion after separating from a sacramental marriage? (23:22) John – Comments on a couple of earlier calls Christine – Does the Catholic Church offer an indulgence to all people who pray? My mother is 88 and she's baptized Lutheran and I want her to come to the faith.  Would it be okay to contact my priest and ask him if he could give her the sacraments? (39:07) Jasmine - Any spiritual guidance for mental health anxiety I've been facing lately? (47:38)

Patrick tackles some profound questions about the journey of the soul after death. He explores the concept of purgatory, its biblical roots, and the process of purification before entering heaven. He also discusses how everyone, even non-Catholics, can seek blessings from a priest during communion.   Patrick Madrid gets schooled about The Walton’s (00:52) Patrick in Trenton, NJ - What is the difference between a martyr for Christ and a Martyr for Isis? (06:09) John - Are all Christians held to the statement Jesus made about divorce? (09:35) Heidi - How can the prayer of conversion always be answered if God gives us free will? (21:41) Maria - I thought God created us to be the brothers and sisters of Christ. (28:46) Gina - My sister has been divorced for a while and eventually remarried. The bishop who she went to confession for didn't give her good guidance about the annulment, so she stopped going to Church. (31:01) Email - How do we get to purgatory, and how do we get to heaven from purgatory? (40:42) Email – I’m not Catholic, but can I still receive a blessing during communion? (48:14)

Patrick explores the Bible Code, dissecting its claims of hidden messages in Hebrew texts and debunking it as a compelling but ultimately flawed theory. He then discusses agnosticism versus faith, examining evidence for Jesus’s existence and the strength of supernatural faith grounded in divine revelation. If you’re passionate about exploring deep, existential questions, this episode is a must-listen.   Sean - Itsy teeny yellow dot bikini was a song that they made a show about where Russians used it as a form of torture for people. (01:44) David – Is the bible written in a way that it has a code? (06:54) Susan - When was marriage established as a sacrament? (15:39) Dee - If two Catholics get married, but not confirmed, is it a valid marriage? (21:50) Complaint:  I’m not happy with Patrick. He said there’s a lot of music he doesn’t like and he called the song “City of God” gay. (22:56) Dan (email) – What is the name of the Crusade book you recommended? (30:56) Trip (email) – I’m reading “Purgatory”, which you recommended. Should we pray to our Guardian Angels more? (36:08) Patrick shares 7 brands that reversed their big DEI promises (40:37)

Patrick has a heated discussion with caller Frank that centers on the delicate and often contentious issues of racism and the "woke" agenda. Frank raises concerns about how people on the right, including Patrick (at least in Frank’s opinion), “fail” to address the underlying racial issues. Patrick emphasizes his denouncement of all forms of racism, regardless of the source. Together, they discuss specific examples, including the recent situation in Springfield, Ohio, involving an influx of Haitian immigrants, and compare it to the relocation of Ukrainian refugees.    Frank - We lose credibility when we don’t address the root cause of the DEI agenda.  (00:33) Mike (email) – Business owner in Springfield Ohio gets threatening letters from Trump supporters (19:59) Nicki - What is the Catholic Slap for confirmation? (24:34) AUDIO: Haitian asks his family member if they eat cats (26:56) Thomas - I have a good friend who no longer trusts Patrick because he supported that action of taking a door off as punishment to a child who is misbehaving (30:51) Mary – How can I help my nephew's girlfriend? She had no religion in her life, but she believes in God (42:03) Irene – We had to keep our daughters inside the house.  We got a security system, and lights, and detection, and it still didn't work.  What worked was nailing their windows shut. (47:32)