The Patrick Madrid Show: February 23, 2026 – Hour 3

  • On Hour 3 of today’s show, Patrick continues to help John sort through a difficult situation involving his wife finding out that he was unfaithful, is adding something for Lent just as good as giving something up? In addition, Patrick offers insightful answers to other callers.
  • (00:32) John – I was beaten up by my wife because she found some things in my past, including inappropriate conversations with other women and emotional affairs, spending money badly and adultery. I just left our apartment, and we have a 2-month-old with a heart condition.
  • (13:02) Dante – Is adding something for Lent just as good as giving something up?
  • Break 1
  • (20:58) Lisette – Should I try to avoid pregnancy?
  • Break 2
  • (34:25) John – When is addiction to pornography a venial or mortal sin?
  • (44:46) Patrick – I am half Greek Orthodox and Half Protestant: Regarding Baptism in the Orthodox Church do you have to be completely submerged. How do you deal with baptisms that aren’t valid, and what does the Church say happens to them?
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.