The Patrick Madrid Show

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The Patrick Madrid Show: June 23, 2025 - Hour 2 Jun 23, 2025

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Patrick explores the roots and meaning of the Sign of the Cross, revealing why Catholics mark themselves and why Protestants usually don't, blending biblical references with practical suggestions like a book from St. Francis de Sales. Listener stories come alive—an ethical work dilemma at Target, the sensitive challenge of dating after hardship, and unexpected questions about crucifixes versus resurrected Christ statues—all met with Patrick’s straightforward counsel and warmth.

Ellen - When I pray with non-Catholic Christians and I make Sign of the Cross, why don’t they make it too? (02:11)
Nadine - I work at Target and part of my job is unlocking contraceptives for customer. I feel bad about this. (08:21)
Alyson - After we received the Eucharist, we kneeled down and prayed. When it was time for the priest to sit down, I had a vision. What does this mean? (12:47)
Mary - Crucifix and Sign of Cross: Why do some Catholic Churches have a resurrected Christ? (26:00)
Patrick in Trenton, NJ - I am divorced, and kids and ex-wire are away from Church. She is dating and I am not. (31:12)
Len (email) – I’m 44, a combat veteran, and I just went on a 3-day priestly discernment retreat. It was emotional… (39:32)
Steven - Two books you recommended changed my life! (46:47)

The Patrick Madrid Show: June 23, 2025 - Hour 3 Jun 23, 2025

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Patrick fields calls ranging from the scarcity of military chaplains to raw personal confessions, offering hard-hitting advice while pushing listeners toward deeper faith and practical action. Unflinching, Patrick tackles tough questions on contraception, spiritual warfare, prayer, and what it actually means to get your life in order before talking about marriage.

Valerie – Does the military take nuns in the service to serve alongside priests? (00:31)
Arcadian – There are graves in Ireland being overseen by Catholic nuns. The media is vilifying the Church there. How do you argue for people to remain object? (04:23)
Joshua - Should a person confess their sexual sins to a girlfriend? (15:01)
Aaron - As I develop a passion for praying the Rosary, is it better for me to pray by myself or should I be asking other people to join me? (23:53)
Donald - Why are we afraid of imminent attacks since we have had this threat since the Carter administration? I think it is silly to worry now. (29:24)
Chandler (email) - Why does 1 Timothy 3:1-3 say that a bishop should be married? Seems contradicting to what our priests and bishops practice in the church. (39:55)
Margaret - If contraception is wrong, how is NFP any different? (44:45)
Rosemary - Sometimes we say the Sign of Cross deliberately. What about if we make a quick Sign of Cross when not saying anything? (49:36)

Is it a Sin to Stop Dialysis? (Special Podcast Highlight) Jun 20, 2025

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Brian from Lakewood, CA calls in, sounding very torn. His 80-year-old mom has been going through it: on dialysis, suffering, cirrhosis of the liver... just totally worn out. She’s telling him she’s done, but Brian’s heart is aching and he’s scared. Would letting her stop dialysis be a sin?

Patrick Madrid assures him: "No... it’s not a sin."

Here’s why: Dialysis is extraordinary care, not ordinary care. That means it's morally permissible to stop it if it's burdensome, especially when it’s only prolonging suffering.

At 80 years old, in declining health, your mom has a right to say, "I’m ready to go home to God."

Patrick gently reminds Brian: This could be a time to trust God and let go even if it's hard.

Brian’s love for his mom is beautiful and totally understandable. Wanting to hold on isn’t wrong. But as Patrick said, clinging too tightly can get in the way of letting God do His will.

So, if you're in a similar boat? Here’s the takeaway:

-It’s okay to say “enough” when treatment becomes more pain than peace.

-It’s not giving up. It’s letting go into God’s mercy.

And hey... hug your mom today, if you can. Or call her. Or say a Hail Mary for her soul. Moms are priceless.

Discerning the Times Without Losing Your Peace (Special Podcast Highlight) Jun 20, 2025

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If you’ve ever found yourself spiraling after watching a news video,this episode of The Patrick Madrid Show is your spiritual guidance.

Be Watchful, Not Paranoid

Patrick and Producer Cyrus explore what it means to discern the signs of the times without falling off the deep end into anxiety or conspiracy theories. Yes, we live in crazy times. Yes, there are real threats. Yes, AI can deepfake the Pope now. But that doesn't mean we need to panic.

Don’t Believe Everything You See on the Internet

Patrick talks about how we're bombarded with fakes and frauds, especially on social media. Be discerning. Check your sources. Here’s how:

-Go to Vatican News for real updates from the Church

-Stick with trusted Catholic sources like Relevant Radio

-Don’t share shocking news until you’ve verified it

How to Not Freak Out When the World Is Burning (Spiritually Speaking)

Cyrus reminds us:

“Go to confession. Get right with God.”

That’s the spiritual equivalent of taking out insurance and installing a fire alarm. If you’re in a state of grace, you’ve got nothing to fear.

This world isn’t our home. Like St. Teresa of Ávila said:

“All things are passing. God never changes.”

If you’re still worried? Just remember Padre Pio’s quote:

“Pray, hope, and don’t worry.”

Don’t believe every headline or deepfake

-Stay smart: check sources, especially on Church news

-Be ready: Go to Confession, receive the Eucharist, stay rooted in Christ

-Remember who wins in the end (Jesus)

Pray hard, scroll wisely, and keep your soul squeaky clean. We’ve got work to do, but we’re not doing it alone. Stay faithful, not fearful.

The Patrick Madrid Show: June 20, 2025 - Hour 1 Jun 20, 2025

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Special Guest Host Cale explains the Feast of Corpus Christi and how John 21 hints at the papacy through unexpected biblical details like the 153 fish. He weaves personal stories and pop culture—Billy Idol cassettes, White Sox nostalgia—into theology, fielding questions about Catholic beliefs and responding to real-life scenarios like neighbors upset by prayer.

Is the Papacy biblical? (05:00)
Have you ever had someone get mad at you for saying you would pray for them? (36:43)
Leonard - I had a co-worker who was atheist. He sneezed and I said God bless you. He started yelling at me. (43:10)
Roy - People that are atheist are self-centered selfish people. They think there is no creator. (46:05)

The Patrick Madrid Show: June 20, 2025 - Hour 2 Jun 20, 2025

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Special Guest Host Cale hosts a lively episode full of unpredictable moments, wrestling with the ethics of prayer when someone flatly refuses it and exploring what makes a saint’s body truly incorrupt. Relics, eucharistic miracles, and real callers’ stories about faith, spiritual boundaries, and even witchcraft collide with his trademark wit and a candid peek behind Catholic traditions—plus a debate about shifting holy days that sparks unexpected laughs.

Robert - A witch asked if she could pray for us to her sun god, and we said no. (03:05)
Valerie - Regarding the man who wrote into The New York Times: It is not that he does not want her to prayer for him it’s that she is relentlessly reminding him that she is. She should continue but in silence. (06:58)
Robert - I am a retired dialysis nurse. I ask my patients if they would like a Catholic prayer. When you build a relationship, they are usually willing and grateful. (12:24)
Mike - Do you think that Catholics are misusing the word incorrupt? (18:02)
Vonny - Instead of saying 'I'll pray for you', I think it’ better to say, 'I'll remember you in my prayers.’ (30:00)
Jim - She was performing an act of charity. When someone gives you a gift, it would be wrong to turn it down. (30:58)
Carol - What is the churches teaching on purchasing relics? I have heard that you can't sell them, but you can buy them. (33:09)
Corpus Christi – The Body and Blood of Christ (38:21)

The Patrick Madrid Show: June 20, 2025 - Hour 3 Jun 20, 2025

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Special Guest Host Cale explores the origins and significance of Corpus Christi, weaving together the story of St. Juliana of Liège, eucharistic miracles, and what science has found hidden within the church’s treasured traditions. Conversations effortlessly blend faith, basketball drama featuring Caitlin Clark, and honest debates on grappling with doubt—sometimes even asking if “faking it till you make it” brings someone closer to belief. Expect moments of reflection, sparks of laughter, and a reminder of how both the sacred and the ordinary can collide in unexpected ways.

Corpus Christi – The Body and Blood of Christ (17:42)
Caitlin Clark is being assaulted on the court. (18:38)
Is it okay to Fake it till you make it in the faith? (26:22)
Dale - AB blood type is a universal recipient. That is what makes Christ blood type so interesting. (45:25)

The Patrick Madrid Show: June 19, 2025 - Hour 1 Jun 19, 2025

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Patrick tackles difficult questions about chastity, personal addiction, confusion around Church teaching, and distractions at Mass, offering practical support and clear Catholic guidance rooted in Scripture. He addresses skepticism about Vatican II and liturgical changes, draws from personal stories, and fields raw listener emails that reveal the messiness—and hope—of the faith journey. Unflinching and pastoral, Patrick keeps every conversation grounded in grace and honesty.

Mike (email) - My addiction with masturbation (01:31)
Monica - I attended Mass last night. There was a group that took their shoes off to go to communion. Is that common practice? (18:46)
Joe – I think the fruits of Vatican II have been bad for our faith (22:53)
Chris Rea: The Road to Hell (40:35)
Natalie - As a woman, masturbation is a problem that I have had to deal with throughout my childhood and adulthood. God helped me with it and you are right about it being a sin. (41:51)
Steven - I work for a Catholic non-profit called Road to Purity (49:36)

The Patrick Madrid Show: June 19, 2025 - Hour 2 Jun 19, 2025

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Patrick takes calls that range from a son anxious about his elderly mother's decision to stop dialysis, to a deep conversation about the effects of Vatican II changes on belief in the Eucharist, to honest stories of healing from addiction and sin through confession. He fields tough questions about reverence at Mass, the nuance of marital obligations, and parish life frustrations—never shying away from humor or raw honesty. Listeners bring their hardships, doubts, and small triumphs, and Patrick gives them straight, practical responses colored by relatable moments and hard-won wisdom.

Brian - Is stopping dialysis a sin? (00:55)
Val - I always take a prayer book with me to Mass and normally follow that very closely during Mass. I don't look around much and it helps. (04:05)
John Paul - What do you think about the effects of the Vatican II reform had on people's mindset of the Eucharist? (05:51)
Nancy - My mom did go off dialysis and wanted to share my experience. (15:01)
Timothy - There is a charity in my diocese helping immigration (18:26)
Susan - I also found healing form sexual sins. I was exposed to porn at a young age. Confession really is what started my healing. (20:33)
Maria - Priest doesn't like me receiving communion on the tongue and doing the St. Michael's prayer at the end of Mass. What should I do? (26:04)
Rhonda - Some friends were complaining about the Mass being really long. How do I address this so she can realize that having longer Masses aren't bad? (31:52)
Terry - I used to receive communion by hand but now I do it by tongue because of a video someone sent me about the holiness of the Eucharist. (36:45)
Autumn - Is it ever okay for the wife to deny her husband the marital embrace? (39:12)

The Patrick Madrid Show: June 19, 2025 - Hour 3 Jun 19, 2025

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Patrick fields candid questions on marriage and Catholic teaching, tackles the challenge of a cross-dressing parishioner at Mass, and dispels myths about annulments and legitimacy, all with a balance of clarity and humor. He answers queries on the meaning behind kneeling and standing during Mass, shares insights from canon law, and jokes with listeners about the quirks of live radio. Humble moments, tradition, and tough conversations—the unexpected keeps coming.

Patrick continues his conversation with Autumn from the end of the last hour. Her question: Is it ever okay for the wife to deny her husband the marital embrace? (00:55)
Curtis - I belong to a small parish counsel and there is a man who dresses as a woman. We weren't sure what to do about it. How do we address people who are coming to Church in inappropriate clothes? (06:16)
Mick (email) – You were rude to Timothy and owe him an apology (18:55)
Rocco - Theology of the Body is a great source for purity. The real presence is a great thing for us to remember when receiving communion. Why did we stop kneeling all the time when Jesus is on the alter? (21:47)
Diana - Why are children not considered illegitimate by the Church? (29:41)
Donna - If someone is not Catholic, is it a sin if they are not following a Catholic rule like masturbation? What about Holy Days for non-Catholics? (41:41)
Shirley - My husband and I will be married 50 years on Saturday (49:31)

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