The Patrick Madrid Show

Patrick discusses a caller's question about how intentionally eating meat on Fridays used to be considered a mortal sin by the Catholic Church. He explains that this was a discipline, not a doctrine, which the Church changed from a mortal sin to a venial sin or no sin after Vatican II while still encouraging penitential practice on Fridays. Patrick cites Acts 15 to show that the early Church had the authority to adjust disciplinary practices that were considered sinful to violate at the time, demonstrating that the Church can change the gravity of certain sins regarding matters of discipline.   Email – Should I make three wishes when I enter a new church? (02:55) Email – What is the Seal of the Living God? (06:55) Matt - What does the Church have authority to change, like mortal to venial and venial to mortal sin?  I was having a conversation about how it used to be a mortal sin to eat meat on Fridays. (17:12) Disney Seeking Dismissal of Raglan Road Death Lawsuit Because Victim Was Disney+ Subscriber (27:29) Terry - The song is 'Chim Chim Cher-ee', and it's about a Chimney Sweeper.

Patrick explains that the Bible does not argue against Mary's perpetual virginity, but rather is silent on the issue, neither confirming nor denying that she had children other than Jesus. He points to several pieces of evidence, such as only Jesus ever being referred to as the son of Mary, Jesus entrusting Mary to the care of Saint John rather than a sibling, and some of the "brothers of Jesus" mentioned being sons of a different Mary. Patrick believes there is ample biblical evidence refuting the idea that Mary had other children besides Jesus.   Steve - Terms of Service Agreement w/Disney.  Many of them contain a clause that you are agreeing to financially and personally be responsible if anything may happen to that company. (01:17) Tzvi - What is the Catholic belief about the Virgin Mary, about her perpetual Virginity and the rationality behind that belief? (05:52) Joe - Why is there a new document from the Vatican regarding euthanasia and assisted suicide when there are already statements and documents written in the past about this? (16:11) Nathaniel – I need a book recommendation for a Mormon who is dating my daughter and he is considering becoming Catholic? (27:31) Zach – Regarding the church's teaching on valid baptism: the Church requires the party to do what the Church does, how does that apply to a believer's baptism? (41:37) John - Is there any theology behind the idea that people in hell would want to exist in hell as opposed to not existing as well? (45:57)

Patrick receives a call from Kaine, a listener who is currently incarcerated in a county jail in Florida. Kaine shares his emotional story of being born to a drug-addicted mother, running away from home as a teen, and facing false accusations that have followed him throughout his adult life, leading to struggles with drugs and depression. Despite the immense challenges, Kaine reveals how discovering Relevant Radio while in jail has reignited his Catholic faith and given him a renewed sense of hope and purpose.   Sandra - I was told that it was hateful to post photos of aborted babies on the internet. Is that true? (01:38) Kaine - Relevant Radio has helped me from jail. I used to be an altar-boy (13:57) Chris - I am trying to evangelize to an atheist who talks about exceptions to what is sinful and evil. (41:23)

Patrick addresses an interesting listener question comparing left-handedness to homosexuality from the perspective of Catholic teaching and natural law. He explains that while writing with either hand accomplishes the same purpose, male and female reproductive systems are ordered toward a mutual goal that homosexual acts cannot fulfill, making them unnatural according to Catholic thought.   Please pray for the souls of Joe Billy and Marcy O’Brien (01:49) Left-handed and right-handed differences (04:07) Email – I need a new bible and study guide Darlene - I want the Catholic Church to get out of the abortion issue (43:24)

Mary – People like Darlene demand respect but they don’t give any. (00:57) Anne - Darlene has no idea how abortion injures woman.  It can't be relieved unless through God and through healing ministry. (03:01)

Are modern wedding festivities going a bit overboard?    So, Bridget wrote in with some concerns about how weddings are celebrated today. She's not thrilled with bachelor and bachelorette parties in exotic locations, brides hiring professional stylists, and couples asking for cash instead of gifts. Bridget thinks these trends miss the true meaning of marriage.     Here's Patrick Madrid's opinion:   🔸 Special Day for Both: While we often hear about the bride’s special day, it's equally important for the groom. The whole "fairy tale princess" idea might be a bit much, and our culture loves to take things to extremes.   🔸 Beautiful Celebrations Are OK: Everyone wants a lovely wedding. Even in the Bible, weddings were joyous, grand occasions. Think about the Wedding at Cana (John 2) where Jesus turned water into wine. It was a massive, multi-day celebration!   🔸 Watch Out for Instagram Influence 📸: Those extravagant bachelorette parties in far-off places? Blame it on social media influencers. But let’s be real, expecting bridesmaids to shell out for airfare and hotels is a bit much. Why not save that money for the wedding itself?   🔸 Bachelor Party Shenanigans: Fancy bachelor parties can sometimes lead to less-than-Christian behavior. Maybe we should think about simpler, more meaningful ways to celebrate.   🔸 Asking for Money: Sure, wedding registries are handy, but outright asking for cash can feel a bit tacky. Back in the day, some couples did a fun “dollar dance” at the reception where guests pinned money to the bride and groom’s outfits. It was a playful and less demanding way to help out the newlyweds.   Weddings today come with a lot of pressure and high expectations. It’s important to keep the focus on the sacrament and God’s role in this sacred union.   What do you think? Have weddings gone overboard, or is this just the new normal?

Patrick dives deep into why the Church teaches against contraception within marriage. He discusses how the marriage act is primarily ordered toward procreation and why any form of contraception misuses this sacred act. Patrick uses insightful analogies and references key documents like Pope Paul's encyclical, Humane Vitae, for clarity.   Breakdancing update UK censoring online content Travis - I wanted to comment on the riots and arrests happening in the UK. I think the prime minister is in with the world economics people. We have the same people here in the USA and we need to remember that we were founded on Christian values (12:43) Shannon - Can my husband put scary animatronic decorations in the yard? (14:02) Patrick on why the marriage act’s primary purpose is procreation (27:18) Susan - What is our relationship with people in purgatory? (40:20)

Patrick tackles the extravagance of destination bachelor and bride parties and questions the demands for cash gifts instead of traditional presents. Patrick explores the rich, meaningful traditions of weddings from biblical times and emphasizes the importance of prioritizing wholesome values over social media trends.   Email – What do you think of destination weddings or other outlandish weddings? (01:18) Scattered Spider, a group of young English speaking hackers, are causing some damage (13:36) Robin (email) – I’m a lector at Mass and someone interrupted me when I was praying Helen (email) – Should we ever call someone evil? (29:21) Debbie - What to do in a family situation where my daughter in law is having conversations with my other daughter's husband's family, as my daughter's husband is divorcing her?

Patrick discusses the importance of choosing the right anniversary date for a papal blessing, the nuances of marital honesty, and the significance of participating in Mass responses.   Christina - When it comes to celebrating anniversaries, which one should we celebrate? Our Civil Anniversary or our Co-validated marriage in the Church which as 3 years later? (27:01) Gabe - If you didn't tell a spouse that you had a credit card, and the spouse found out about it, would that be considered lying? (04:01) Patrick in Trenton, NJ - The usher took the gifts up to the altar and dropped the Eucharist’s on the floor and they still used them.  What do you think? (16:35) Christine - I feel Patrick is muddying the waters out there regarding the connection between IVF and abortion.

Patrick Madrid tackled a rather intriguing question on his show recently: Is it a sin to take something from the trash at work? Let's dive into this moral conundrum together!   Check out the full hour where they talked about this!   Lee writes in, "Patrick, I love your show. Is it a sin if you steal from the trash at work? I mean, like there's something you're supposed to throw away, but you keep it instead."    Patrick’s advice? To avoid even the appearance of theft, ask your supervisor! Here's the scenario: You see something that's destined for the trash, but you think it could be useful at home. Simply ask, "Hey, can I take this instead of throwing it away?" This way, you're transparent, and you don't have to worry about any repercussions.   Think about it: You work at Panera, and there's a ton of leftover bread and pastries at the end of the day. You know it's headed for the dumpster. Patrick suggests that if the company's policy is to throw it out, technically, you could be seen as stealing if you take it. But what if you asked first? "Hey, boss, can I take these muffins home for my kids?" If they say yes, you're in the clear!    Patrick also points out that just because a rule seems ridiculous, doesn't mean you should break it. Even if it’s wasteful to throw away good food, if it’s against company policy to take it home, you should respect that. Rules, even silly ones, are part of the agreement when you're employed.   Cyrus chimed in with a personal story – he’s taken food home that was supposed to be trashed. He admits he never felt guilty because the food was literally going to waste. Patrick’s take? If there's no explicit policy against it, and you ask permission, you're good. But if the policy says "No," follow it.   Patrick brings up a creative workaround: What if you throw the food in the dumpster as required, then retrieve it after? Though this sounds sneaky, technically, you've fulfilled the company’s requirement. Still, asking upfront is the best route.   Paul from Phoenix adds an interesting twist, suggesting that God's laws on wasting food might be more important than man's. It’s a compelling point, but Patrick cautions that violating policies could lead to bigger issues, like the company facing lawsuits or getting shut down, which could harm many more people.   In the end, Patrick advises that transparency and respect for rules are key. If you're ever unsure, just ask! It's always better to be clear and upfront rather than taking risks that might not only cost you your job but also create bigger problems for others.   So next time you’re tempted to rescue something from the trash at work, remember: Ask first, stay honest, and keep it ethical!