The Patrick Madrid Show: December 13, 2024 – Hour 3

Special Guest Host Fr. Matthew Spencer shares the story of an Italian engineer who changes from producing landmines to promoting world peace. Prompted by a life-changing question from his son and a thought-provoking conference experience, Vito shifts his career and values. This narrative highlights the profound impact of ethical reflection and exemplifies aligning one’s work with moral principles.

  • Producer of landmines becomes leading deminer, says “war is madness” (01:08)
  • Rick – During the Christmas season, people get depressed during holidays. My daughter refuses to communicate to me. I met my son after 35 years. I am struggling with this. What can I do to get my daughter to want relationship with me? (10:51)
  • Gene – Where is Purgatory found in the Bible? (18:30)
  • Rose – I am concerned about asking family members to come to Church with me. Should I invite them to Mass if they don’t go to Confession? (23:34)
  • Jane – What are the ethics and morality of bone grafting from a cadaver? (36:17)
  • Katie – Should I tell my daughter not to receive Communion when she’s not in state of grace? (41:56)
  • Mary – I am a practicing Catholic and been asked to be officiate at wedding for daughter? Can I officiate at their wedding? (45:13)
Patrick Madrid is an acclaimed public speaker and has authored or edited 26 books, which have sold over a million copies worldwide, including foreign-language editions. He hosts The Patrick Madrid Show daily on Relevant Radio.