Patrick explores questions about faith, authentic social justice, and the meaning of religious gestures with callers, including a moving discussion with Mark about the difference between true acts of mercy and modern interpretations of social justice in the Church. Uplifting moments and listener testimonies underscore a spirit of encouragement and community as Patrick offers clarity and compassionate responses on issues shaping the modern Catholic experience.

• Mark – They pray for social justice at my Church. What does this mean? I think we should pray for other things. (00:41)
• In 1924, the Protestant supremacists of the Ku Klux Klan came to South Bend to intimidate Catholics. They expected Catholics to cower in fear. Instead, they met the Fighting Irish. – https://x.com/littleonefaith/status/2110778797230604602 (13:34)
• Miki (email) – You have mentioned in the past one of your books relating to- “finding the right spouse”
• Tyler (email) – Should I stop kneeling for Communion and praying with hands pointed up so I don’t stand out, and how do I respond with grace when a Catholic friend says he’ll get a vasectomy after a surprise fourth pregnancy? (21:03)
• Jairo – What are the differences between holy water and anointing oil? (31:16)
• Michael (email) – I was disappointed to hear you extinguishing the spirit of any sovereign Americans that might be listening. (36:55)
• Marie – If I make a general confession, do I have to revisit past sins that I have already confessed? (42:54)

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