The Patrick Madrid Show: December 20, 2024 – Hour 1

Special Guest Host Fr. Matthew Spencer focuses on the beautiful season of Advent and preparing hearts for Christmas. He had an engaging conversation with Cyrus about the unexpected benefits of giving up coffee and how simplifying Christmas shopping can actually increase joy. He covered topics from faith and theology to managing a busy holiday season without stress. Remember, small sacrifices and simplicity often bring the biggest rewards.

  • John (email) – Why is saying “Oh my God” considered taking God’s name in vain? (07:59)
  • Marilyn – My pastor at my church is called ‘Canon’, what does that mean? (18:26)
  • Is A.I. making us dumber? (24:39)
  • Jackie – Thank you to Marilyn speaking up with that suggestion. I needed that encouragement. (37:13)
  • Albert – Is our destiny already written and blessed when we are baptized? (43:04)
  • Maria – I went to confession, and I forgot to do my penance, what should I do? (46:31)
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.