On today’s hour 3 of The Patrick Madrid Show, Patrick offers compelling answers to questions about confession and also about praying the Rosary. (14:17) Mary – I came back to Church five years ago, the priest gave me a general absolution. I confessed the sin to a priest at Retrouvaille, but he couldn’t absolve me. […]https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/134e18ca-7af8-403f-a7eb-ad7f01861f48/4b3f226d-6cfa-401e-96be-ae060138888a/d0f70016-ef31-42ca-a334-b3f7013e9d6e/audio.mp3Podcast: Play ... Read more

Patrick answers questions about God’s nature, reincarnation, traditional Catholic practices, and whether worry counts as sin, offering clear explanations and practical advice. Thaddeus (email) – Father Rocky said that Thomas Aquinas said that God can’t change his mind, but aren’t there examples in the Bible where he did in fact change his mind, especially in […]https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/134e18ca-7af8-403f-a7eb-ad7f01861f48/4b3f226d-6cfa-401e-96be-ae060138888a/ff09d45e-50ae-419b-bdb8-b3f6011e6a9f/audio.mp3Podcast: Play ... Read more

Patrick opens with a moving letter about a daughter’s struggle with scrupulosity and the positive, faith-filled impact that Relevant Radio had on her life. He fields questions ranging from fasting rules and confession logistics for the elderly, to the story of Abraham and Isaac, and addresses misconceptions about sacred images with sharp biblical insight. Trish […]https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/134e18ca-7af8-403f-a7eb-ad7f01861f48/4b3f226d-6cfa-401e-96be-ae060138888a/a9ef053c-10b9-4232-b4bd-b3f6011e6a9b/audio.mp3Podcast: Play ... Read more

Patrick answers questions about scrupulosity, church authority on fasting, and the controversy within the Book of Mormon. He addresses callers’ concerns about justice regarding the Epstein files and explores struggles with illness and faith by sharing stories and recommending saints. The discussion jumps between practical advice, personal stories, and moments of spiritual insight as Patrick […]https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/134e18ca-7af8-403f-a7eb-ad7f01861f48/4b3f226d-6cfa-401e-96be-ae060138888a/e8573a44-20e8-4ba3-810a-b3f6011e6a9c/audio.mp3Podcast: Play ... Read more

Patrick answers heartfelt questions about Catholic faith, from the effects of double baptism to whether small children should receive Ash Wednesday ashes. He encourages honest conversation about marriage outside the Church, reconciliation, and practical matters like choosing godparents or receiving ashes from non-Catholic sources. Unexpected moments arise, including stories about The Waltons, and Patrick draws […]https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/134e18ca-7af8-403f-a7eb-ad7f01861f48/4b3f226d-6cfa-401e-96be-ae060138888a/9dcd806b-0a29-482e-b9ee-b3f5011f6920/audio.mp3Podcast: Play ... Read more

Patrick welcomes questions from callers and answers with candor, tackling everything from fasting before Communion to the frustration of drive-through ashes. He fields concerns about family relationships, noisy children during Mass, and respectfully disposing of sacred objects, referencing Scripture and personal experiences. The episode blends sharp insight, heartfelt wisdom, and everyday Catholic realities in unpredictable […]https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/134e18ca-7af8-403f-a7eb-ad7f01861f48/4b3f226d-6cfa-401e-96be-ae060138888a/574e6f79-0b05-480f-9451-b3f5011f691b/audio.mp3Podcast: Play ... Read more

Patrick launches Ash Wednesday with fast, unpredictable calls and personal recollections, responding to concerns about Catholic tradition, fasting, and the example clergy set. Questions pour in about suffering, spiritual ignorance, Church authority, and even a parish seafood dinner that feels oddly lavish, sparking honest reflection on simplicity and penitence. He weaves advice, encouragement, and stories […]https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/134e18ca-7af8-403f-a7eb-ad7f01861f48/4b3f226d-6cfa-401e-96be-ae060138888a/b147cd6b-b97c-4ba9-bdf3-b3f5011f691f/audio.mp3Podcast: Play ... Read more

Patrick answers questions about changes in Catholic teaching on capital punishment and explains praying to saints with sharp scriptural references. He fields calls about family disputes over cremation and addresses the influence of Jordan Peterson on young Catholics, weaving in biblical perspectives on marriage and tradition. Rapid-fire yet thoughtful, Patrick’s responses bring clarity and conviction […]https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/134e18ca-7af8-403f-a7eb-ad7f01861f48/4b3f226d-6cfa-401e-96be-ae060138888a/f9e96109-1c82-4dcb-b7d6-b3f400f1f380/audio.mp3Podcast: Play ... Read more

Patrick welcomes listeners into a whirlwind conversation about artificial intelligence, sparking reactions to Elon Musk’s bold predictions and candidly questioning the consequences for human purpose, work, and relationships. Unexpected calls reference pop culture, raise concerns about machines rewriting history, and wonder aloud what happens if robots take over everyday chores. As the dialogue accelerates, Patrick […]https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/134e18ca-7af8-403f-a7eb-ad7f01861f48/4b3f226d-6cfa-401e-96be-ae060138888a/a9cf801a-be57-4043-bf60-b3f400f1f37f/audio.mp3Podcast: Play ... Read more

Patrick brings the smartphone struggle front and center, questioning why tech and social media seem to influence children more than their own families. Parents call in with raw confessions, regrets, and inventive solutions, from holding out on smartphones to battling the sneaky ways kids get around controls, while stories of bikes, banana seats, and even […]https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/134e18ca-7af8-403f-a7eb-ad7f01861f48/4b3f226d-6cfa-401e-96be-ae060138888a/58b4b2ae-37b6-45b4-a122-b3f400f1f381/audio.mp3Podcast: Play ... Read more

Patrick welcomes stories from callers—stories of single parents, faith rediscovered, the push and pull between ambition and motherhood, and shifting generational attitudes. Tradition finds its place across generations as callers discuss parish life, novenas, and the role of Mary, while Patrick listens, reflects, and offers encouragement. Moments of vulnerability and humor thread through the conversations, […]https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/134e18ca-7af8-403f-a7eb-ad7f01861f48/4b3f226d-6cfa-401e-96be-ae060138888a/09248fdf-fd5e-415d-8dba-b3f30121c64b/audio.mp3Podcast: Play ... Read more

Patrick explores Catholic traditions and beliefs, answers questions about sacraments and the priesthood, and brings up the impact of family and faith in everyday moments. He breaks down myths around devotions, then contrasts Christianity and Islam on love and joy. Conversations turn personal, rich, and even surprising. Louise – Is Fr. Greg Boyle a Jesuit […]https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/134e18ca-7af8-403f-a7eb-ad7f01861f48/4b3f226d-6cfa-401e-96be-ae060138888a/57a5c6d0-4aa0-48e5-8cd2-b3f30121c64e/audio.mp3Podcast: Play ... Read more