Patrick kicks off a pledge drive hour where faith, generosity, and humor mingle with listener stories about struggling with good intentions, unexpected turns, and practical Catholic living. He wrestles with issues of wealth, apologist pitfalls, road-trip mishaps, technology’s surprises, and why generosity matters for the mission—all while inviting his audience into the urgency and sincerity of keeping Relevant Radio alive. Sudden confessions, calls, and affirmations ripple through the hour, setting a tone equally grounded and unpredictable.

• Jim (email) – If I’m on the Road to Perdition, should I “keep going”? (01:32)
• Christian (email) – What are the blessings and challenges of a Catholic Apologist?
• Michael – Thoughts on the proper disposition of a Catholic towards money or wealth? Can’t we do good by prudent financial planning and donating? (13:16)
• Anthony – My back surgery went great! I had no rods, pins, or hardware. New technology of back surgery is incredible. (18:02)
• Matt (email) – Why can validly ordained priests (such as those of the SSPX) validly celebrate most sacraments even when doing so illicitly, but cannot validly administer Confirmation or Confession—even when they use the correct form and matter?
• Jessica – Turns out that my daughter is not doing that great with her cellphone. Even if you think parental controls are working, they find their way around it. (46:59)