The Patrick Madrid Show – Details, episodes & analysis

Patrick Madrid discusses President Trump's recent pro-life executive order defunding international Planned Parenthood. He also takes calls from listeners like Emily from Maine asking about Jubilee participation, and Dolores from California expressing immigration concerns. Additionally, Patrick offers advice to Olivia from LA on Catholic faith anxiety and Christina from Sacramento on ensuring her elderly mother receives the Eucharist. Tune in for insightful conversations and encouragement for living as a faithful Catholic.

• Trump Defunds International Planned Parenthood (00:53)
• Emily - How can we participate in Jubilee year without going to Rome and receiving a plenary indulgence? (06:07)
• Dolores – People are scared of getting deported and some are American citizens (10:18)
• Olivia (email) – I have a constant level of guilt. Is that “Catholic guilt”? (19:51)
•  Christina - My elderly mom and sister don’t go to church. (36:04)
• Joseph – Is the book 'Jesus Calling' ok for Catholics to read? (47:52)

Patrick discusses President Biden's connection with Freemasonry and the implications for Catholics, addresses the sensitive issue of handling verbal and physical abuse within families, and explains why Catholics can't participate in Freemasonry. He also provides advice on handling marriages involving annulments. Tune in to get deep insights and practical advice on maintaining your faith amidst complex situations.

• Elizabeth (email) – Is Biden a Freemason? (00:43)
• S (email) – I told my classroom of young kids that what is shared in class stays in class, but upon reflection, I know that’s not true because they are minors
• Eduardo (email) - My adult stepson smokes pot, doesn’t work, and lives at home. What can I do? (07:24)
• Veronica (email) – My husband is mean when he’s angry and calls our kids terrible names (12:42)
• Patrick and Nancy watched Juror #2 (20:01)
• Zachary - Is our former President spiritually safe after becoming a Freemason or is this a potentially serious issue for him, and might this mislead other Catholics due to his influence as a public figure?
• Patrick comments on excommunication as defined by the Catechism (37:46)
• Mark – Surprised by Truth blew me away! (40:27)
• Diane - Can you get married civilly while you wait for your annulments to go through? (45:05)

• David - President Trump is a secular authority. Pope Francis is leader of the Church and to criticize him would be short sighted and we need as Catholics to have our priorities straight. (1:27)
• Frank - The culture wars in America are based on Catholic Christian values. (19:16)
• Joe - At the wedding at Cana, Jesus addresses Mary as 'Woman'. Would the servants have understood this as 'Eve'? (21:35)
• Amy - My daughter is thinking of working for Focus and that would take her away for 2 years for service work. How can I help her? (25:45)
• Paul - Pope Francis said we are unstable. Is this something a pope should say? (39:01)
• Christine – There were times I really wanted to do something, but the door was shut. God showed me the blessings from this. (46:31)

Patrick addresses a tough topic many face: addiction, specifically porn addiction. He reads an email from a listener struggling with this issue and feeling profoundly alone. Patrick’s message is clear: you are not alone. God loves you, and Relevant Radio is here to support you. The path to healing involves seeking professional counseling and spiritual guidance. Together, with prayer and community, true transformation happens. Keep listening, stay hopeful, and know that help is always available.

• Email – Porn addiction: It’s not as easy to quite as you’ve implied (01:00)
• Patrick offers some resources for those battling porn addiction (18:00)
• Email - I started looking at porn at 11 years old and I climbed out of that morass through spiritual warfare.
• Lia – We don’t allow our kids to have phones. I have to deal with “mom shame” from other parents. (29:11)
• Mary Ellen - I support the caller not providing a phone for her teenager. I regret giving my youngest a phone. It hasn't been good for him, and it robs kids of the present moment. (38:36)

In light of the rising tide of anti-Jewish attacks and demonstrations around the world, Patrick shares this morning’s Wall Street Journal editorial regarding antisemitism and issues his own stirring denunciation of Jew hatred, and urges Christians to stand up for unjustly persecuted groups like the Jews. 

• Tina - Should I disinvite a distant relative who claims to be a medium to our Easter Celebration?
• Kelly - How can Bishops lift the obligation during Covid and then reinstate it as a mortal sin if you miss it later? (06:05)
• The Global War on the Jews: Anti-Semitism surges, even in the West, which shows why Israel exists. (20:05)
• Macaria – Is it sinful to wear Jesus and pope costumes?
• James - It seems like the devil is trying to divide us making us upset at each other.
• Margaret - If I take my rosary to adoration, can I ask Jesus to Bless my rosary and not have to ask a priest to bless it?
• Anna - Why in the Mass is it forbidden to consecrate only one species?
• Amy - I work as a nurse and need to work a lot of weekends. How can I fulfill my Sunday obligation?
• Ann - I went to a Mass where there were relics on the Alter. Is that okay for Mass?
• Joan - I have been praying for the Armenian Church which is being persecuted by Hamas in a different area. That is a good example of them going to Catholics.
• Rose - Is it okay to buy lottery tickets from vending machines?
• Geri - Can Angels ready our minds?

Patrick dives into the fascinating theory of phenomenology and how it relates to our perception of reality. We also explore the Genesis account of creation, analyzing whether it should be taken literally or symbolically. Plus, we address the fear and anxiety some people have surrounding COVID-19 in churches, and Patrick offers practical advice for conquering irrational fears.

• Kevin (email) – What could the real reasons be for the Emergency Broadcast Signal to be used nationwide?
• Mary - In Revelations it says that God knows all things so why did he regret making human beings in Genesis? When did God create the dinosaurs?
• Barbara (17:33) - What is Phenomenology and is it approved by the Catholic Church?
• German - Why did God bother to make a material world that is inferior to the spiritual world?
• Patrick - Why do you think there is a lack of faith in the true presence in the Eucharist?
• Robert - I have never met someone who doesn't experience anxiety. Is it possible to be free of all anxiety?

• Tom (01:58) - Can Angels still reject God today or no?
• Patrick comments on overcoming anxiety and not living in fear
• Noah (13-years-old) - When we die do we become angels?
• Jeanne (27:15)  – Why didn't God give us a choice in creating us?
• Keith - The priest failed to make the Sign of the Cross over the host when doing the consecration. Was it still valid?
• Connie - Could you explain the controversy of Grace between the Jesuits and the Dominicans in the 1600’s?
• Rudy - My uncle is protestant and considering becoming Catholic. How can I help him convert?

• Violent mob storms Russian airport “looking for Jews” (00:24)
• Carla (04:35) - Why did God create us if He knows some of us we are going to hell?
• Prince - Is it possible to be aware of your actions while you are possessed?
• Judith - Can you go to a Vigil Mass in order to fulfil a Holy Day of Obligation?
• John - What are your thoughts on the Great Adventure Bible by Ascension Press?
• Brian - I have had a lot of physical pain in my life. The reason God created us is so we could learn to love.
• Peter - What is the dating system that they use in Maccabees?
• Bill - One of the requirements for consecration is the priest needs to have the intent to consecrate. What if priest does not have the intention in theory?
• Kevin (36:25) - Can a Plenary Indulgence be applied to multiple people?
• Jimmy - I had a vasectomy 11 years ago but regretted it and got a reversal. Now I tell anyone thinking of getting one not to get a vasectomy.
• Chris - Why can a priest consecrate the Eucharist in mortal sin but we can’t receive the Eucharist in mortal sin?
• Bob - If a priest finds himself in the state of mortal sin and needs to say Mass does he have to receive the Eucharist in the state of mortal sin?
• Pat - Why didn't we use the bible in school at Catholic School when I was growing up?

Patrick responds to an email about “Patrick Madrid worship”, shares the best way to prepare for a good confession, shares insights on how to talk with family who have left the Catholic Church and speaks about the use of the word “word” in the bible.

• Patrick responds to an email from Theo who says there’s too much “Patrick Madrid worship”
• John - I normally read the Lectio Divina for the USCCB. Today it was missing. Is it still available and where can you get it?
• Patrick shares how to give a solid confession
• Carrie (24:31) - Can we pray for President Biden on his birthday?
• Stephanie - My family and I were raised Catholic but my sister doesn't agree with all of the Catholic teachings. How can I bring her back to the Church? I was considering her being my son's godmother.
• Celeste (12-years-old) (38:07) - Is it okay that Catholics make fun people with leftist ideologies?
• Joe - John 1 talks about Jesus being the Word. When does the Word mean the bible and when does it mean Jesus?

Patrick Tackles the argument of sola scriptura, discusses the book of Maccabees, helps a young listener understand practical questions around Adam and Eve and explains why it is good to ask for Mary’s intersession while praying.

• Does the Bible teach Sola Scriptura – a debate between Patrick Madrid and James White
• Dave (26:05) - Why are the years counting up in the book of Maccabees? Shouldn't they be counting down until the birth of Christ?
• Eddie 9-years-old - If we all came from Adam and Eve, why don't we all have the same last name?
• Email - Why do Catholics pray to Mary instead of directly to Jesus?
• Jonathan - Does the Crucifixion reoccur every time Mass happens?
• Sam - Since bad angels roam the earth do good angels also roam the earth?