The Patrick Madrid Show

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The Patrick Madrid Show: August 28, 2023 - Hour 3 Aug 28, 2023

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Patrick talks about the exciting end to the Little League World Series
Judy - I left the Catholic church for a while and had my children dedicated. That church said that children don't have the capacity to 'repent and be baptized'.
Steve - Bishop Barron's Eucharistic revival book: I think the written in a way that isn't very helpful. I think it's written at too high a level.
Michael - Went to World Youth Day. It was so amazing to see the youth of the church like me and around the world. it really changed my perspective.
Diana - There's a horror movie coming out called 'The Nun' that has some bad theology. Do the people who make this movie, or even the people who watch it, open up portals to evil?
Email – Can I take care of a man’s drag wig?
Patrick comments on those who let their children decide if they want religion in their lives or not
Les - How is taking care of the wig sinful?
Gilbert – I am invited to awards dinner at a Shriners Hospital? Can I go?

Why Should Kids Get Married in the Church if They Don't Practice Their Faith? (Special Podcast Highlight) Aug 25, 2023

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If your child has refused to get married in the Church, it may hurt you deeply.

Andrea calls in to share her opinion that parents shouldn't be so surprised or upset about this. She said she believes the fact that they don't practice the faith in the first place is the bigger issue.

Find out if Patrick agrees! He also explains the reason why getting married in the Church is so important.

The Patrick Madrid Show: August 25, 2023 - Hour 1 Aug 25, 2023

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How do I forgive someone who hurt me to my core? Where in the bible does it say the Earth is round? Can someone with same-sex attraction take communion? What are some good resources for those suffering from no-fault divorce? Patrick answers these and more in this hour of The Patrick Madrid Show

Why marriages fail in 2023: Lack of support named the main road to splitsville
Rudy - Book of Joshua 10:14. Has a friend who believes the earth is flat, and says this verse proves it. What's your take?
Patrick recommends Mary’s Advocates to those suffering from a no-fault divorce
Mauricio - My two step-daughters are getting married, they don't want to get married in the Catholic Church, they will only have a civil wedding. I don't want to go. And my family is against my decision.
Angela (email) – My husband left and filed for divorce. He hurt me to my core. How do I forgive him?
How do you forgive an ex who you are co-parenting with?
Sarah - Where in the bible does it say that the earth is round?
Susan - Wants to share advice about forgiving: ask Jesus to forgive that person in my heart, to heal my heart.
Paul - My daughter has same-sex attraction. What is her availability to receive Holy Communion. Is she going to stay in mortal sin?

The Patrick Madrid Show: August 25, 2023 - Hour 2 Aug 25, 2023

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Can a Rosary be worn as a necklace? What makes a valid confession? What will I look like in Heaven? Did Jesus ever blaspheme? Patrick answers these and more in this hour of The Patrick Madrid Show

Joyce – Is it is okay to wear a rosary as a necklace
Matt - 1. When we refer to Jesus' sacrifice is eternal (no beginning or end), it seems to me there is a beginning and end. 2. God became flesh; does God has a body? Or is it only Jesus.
Francisco - I got married outside the church. Is my marriage valid or not? My daughter might be sleeping with her boyfriend; can she still take communion?
Mike - Was it considered blasphemous for Jesus to rename Simon to Peter?
Marty - Was my confession valid? He did say the words, 'I absolve you'.
James - Which “Surprised by Truth” book has more to do with non-Catholics becoming Catholics? What's so special about the Jesus prayer?
Mary - My husband left me: I'm not sure if I want my husband to come back. My husband had 4 affairs in the 90s. I forgave him. When the kids left the house, he started doing his own things. He left 2 years ago. I have peace; is that OK?
Sarah 8-years-old - If I went to heaven, what would I look like?

The Patrick Madrid Show: August 25, 2023 - Hour 3 Aug 25, 2023

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How can Catholic young people meet other Catholic young people? Why should kids get married in the Church if they have fallen away from the faith? Is 666 related to the devil? Patrick answers these and more in this hour of The Patrick Madrid Show

Kris - Civil Marriage - if there is a civil divorce can the person get married in the Catholic Church?
Hanna - I'm 24 and want to meet Catholics. Where, other than Church, can I go to meet like-minded Catholics.
Emma 12-yars-old – Is 666 related to the Devil?
Andrea - Why should kids get married in the church if they don't practice their faith?
Email – I’ve had bad luck with online Catholic dating sites
Barbara - When my father found out I lied to him, he would hit us. I had welts on my leg which embarrassed me and I never lied to him again.
Mike - If faith is a gift, then how do we know if we will get it instead of someone else?
Kelly - My kids left the Church and I think the big thing that Protestants can't let go of is 'once saved, always saved'
Rebecca – I want to end a friendship but don't want that friend to think that they should end their relationship with Christ. How can I navigate that?

The Patrick Madrid Show: August 24, 2023 - Hour 1 Aug 24, 2023

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Listeners call in to discuss “The Chosen” and they share their reasons for watching and not watching the hit show

Bishop Emeritus Fred Henry called upon the Canadian bishops to repudiate the "lie" that the Church had engaged in human-rights abuses.
Patrick shares one of a few emails correcting a caller, Pamela, about seeing a “Pride” flag at her local Catholic Church.
Marsha (email) – Is there scripture that points to how we will be surprised about who we see in heaven?
Email – Question about the show “The Chosen”
Teresa (email) – What is the difference between Exorcised Water or Holy Water?
Southwest Airlines Defends Firing Pro-Life Flight Attendant
Nicole - I haven't seen the Chosen, but I think it reaches people who have never read the bible or stepped foot in a Church. As forms of media change, I think the church needs to find new ways to reach people.
Michael - I used to fly southwest, but now that I heard you I am going to purchase my tickets elsewhere.
Mike - I think that too many people look to get something from the Holy water but the inner faith is really needed to make it affective. I like the show the Chosen. You need to understand where the Gospel is and where the filler is.
Victor - I have seen 3 seasons of the Chosen. I am happy with how well a protestant has done with the creation of this show.
Mary - I just started watching the Chosen. I don't want to watch it anymore though because it is influencing me when I read the bible, and I don't like be narrowed in my imagery.

The Patrick Madrid Show: August 24, 2023 - Hour 2 Aug 24, 2023

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Patrick and Cyrus discuss the blatant pandering of some MLB teams and discuss some of the more frightening aspects of scammers using AI

More MLB Teams Hosting “Faith Nights”
Patrick and Cyrus share the opinion that “Faith Night” at MLB games is a sad gimmick
Joe - I am a fan of the Chosen. People watch will say that it helps bring the scripture alive.
Christina - My daughter wants to go a Mormon service with a friend. Is that okay?
Deepfake Imposter Scams Are Driving a New Wave of Fraud
Henry - I read an obituary of someone I knew and it said he was a Free Mason, but he will be having a Catholic funeral. Is that possible?
Kathy - I live in a Mormon community: they will do whatever they can to convert you so it’s important to build up your own faith as a Catholic.
Elena - My roommate works with a band who I think are devil worshipers. How should I handle this situation with her?

The Patrick Madrid Show: August 24, 2023 - Hour 3 Aug 24, 2023

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What are some resources for dealing with addiction? Is there a prayer that will relieve souls from purgatory? Should I invest in Precious Medals?

Josephina - I went to college in Utah and wanted to say that it is a requirement for Mormon’s to try to convert people so they can be able to go into the temple.
Denise - Is it okay for me to read “Is Atheism Dead” by Eric Metaxas?
Cassandra - I had a protestant group who were friendly and welcoming but when they wanted me to join their Church they started debating me about my faith
Jeanine – Is there a prayer that was given to Saint Gertrude to help relieve souls from purgatory?
Rachel - My spiritual director recommended the Chosen when I was struggling with scrupulosity and it helped me get back into reading the bible
Sandra - Should I invest in Precious Medals?
Deanna - My husband got drunk and beat me on our honeymoon and would always beat me when he got drunk. Was our marriage still valid in God's eyes?
Francisco - What does it mean to be enriched with heavenly things?
Ann - Do you have any resources for family dealing with addiction

The Patrick Madrid Show: August 23, 2023 - Hour 1 Aug 23, 2023

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Why did God create us? How can I help my teenage daughter who has same-sex attraction? What does the Church teach about Marijuana and LSD? Patrick answers these are more of your questions on today’s show.

Richard - Why did God create us?
Paul - My daughter has same sex attraction. What should I do?
Jimena - It is difficult for me to go to confession with the same mistakes. What should I do?
Teresa - My holy water was blessed but not exorcised. Should I be concerned about this?
Binge drinking, marijuana use reached record highs in middle-aged adults
Alan - I am going to be going on a 3-day retreat. What does the Church teach about Marijuana and praying when you are high? Is LSD okay?
John - Marijuana: My wife has had several medical issues over the years and needs to use the gummies, but she tries to take as few as possible.

The Patrick Madrid Show: August 23, 2023 - Hour 2 Aug 23, 2023

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Patrick talks with Rhonda whose daughter is pregnant and the baby has attached to scar tissue which means the mother might not survive unless the baby is aborted. Patrick shares Church teaching on how abortion is never a viable option, which spurs many calls and emails with varying opinions and some Miracle Moments where the baby and mother turned out just fine.

Rhonda - My daughter is pregnant and the baby has attached to the scar from a past C-section. Doctors say the baby won’t survive and if he keeps growing it will cause a tear in my daughter. Is it okay to remove the baby to save my daughter?
Tony - Is it a sin to ask someone you offended for forgiveness other than God?
Mary - I am a midwife: I don't think it is likely they would be able to remove the scar tissue in hopes of saving the baby
Patrick shares passages from the Catechism and affirms the Church’s stance on the evils of abortion
Javier - My mom refused anesthesia during a surgery because she was pregnant and didn't want it to harm her baby.
Patrick shares some heroic, beautiful, and sad emails about the experiences people have had with troubled pregnancies
Sarah – I, and my little one, are survivors of a pregnancy where my baby attached to the scar tissue. There is hope for the woman.

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