Papal authority, scandal at school, messy family dynamics, and uncomfortable theological debates all land in the spotlight, each sparking wisdom, Church history, and straight talk from Patrick Madrid.

• Chris – Is it true that any Catholic could be the Pope? (00:44)
• Parker – A friend of mine has premarital sex and is a Eucharistic minister. Is it ok to receive Communion from her knowing what she does? (20:05)
• Jerod – I have heard that the dietary laws kept by the Apostles was so they would not be in conflict with other Jews. Why didn’t they include not eating pork and shellfish? (23:34)
• Lori – Can you help me understand how couples living together who are not married can receive Holy Communion? Can a bishop give a dispensation for this? (38:09)
• Shella (email) – Is it a sin to take Holy Communion from someone living in mortal sin? (44:12)

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