The Patrick Madrid Show: May 12, 2025 – Hour 1

Patrick celebrates the historic election of the new pope and highlights how faith and Catholic media bring hope to listeners. Patrick shares inspiring stories of people reconnecting with their faith, families staying close across the miles, and the unique ways Catholic initiatives make a difference. Through listener questions and meaningful conversations, Patrick brings the community together to build a stronger, faith-filled future.

  • Audio: Pope Leo XIV echoed the iconic words of Pope John Paul II to young people: “Do not be afraid.” (01:44)
  • Audio: PLXIV gives an Italian blessing (02:13)
  • Audio: Pope Leo sings Regina Caeli (03:17)
  • Jillian – Should Catholics fear God? (11:35)
  • Beth – Am I allowed to bless my nieces and nephews that are not my godchildren? My husband is deployed in a Muslim country. Can he pray Rosary during the call to prayer? (18:02)
  • Javier – Does the Church have any teaching about biblical stories and whether Adam and Eve committed mortal or venial sin? (30:21)
  • Louis – Is having a cough drop in Mass going against the fasting rule before receiving Eucharist? (32:56)
  • Dante – Is gambling a sin? (43:21)
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.