Patrick opens the show confronting the recent scene in Jerusalem: Israeli police stop the Latin Patriarch, Cardinal Pizzaballa, from entering the Church of the Holy Sepulcher because of wartime restrictions and safety policies, then shares thoughts on why conflicting reactions emerge worldwide. A call about dating during an annulment waiting period leads Patrick into Church teaching on sacramental marriage, while other listeners press him about concupiscence, the real meaning of confession, and what happens when a Baptist seeks to join the Catholic Church.

• Diocese of Rome issues statement after the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem, Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, was barred by Israeli police from entering the Basilica of the Holy Sepulchre (01:24)
• Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa clarifies the controversy (08:14)
• Joshua – What is the proper behavior when dating someone who is awaiting an annulment? (12:07)
• Josie (16-years-old) – In Confession, are we encountering Christ dying on the Cross or Christ Resurrected? Also, why are some angles called Saints? (21:35)
• Marlin – I am converting from Protestantism and want to know how I can receive the sacraments? (26:59)
• Meridith (email) – Is covering the statues in purple cloth optional? (38:07)
• Jillian – What is the Church’s protocol if an intruder enters during Mass? (42:15)

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