The Patrick Madrid Show

Cyrus and Patrick share more incredibly touching emails offering prayer and support for Erin (00:32) Michelle - I have had clinical depression most of my life and medication has helped me a lot. (10:38) Douglas - Erin can turn the tables on the Devil by helping other woman not have abortions. (13:20) Augustine 8-years-old - how can I be a good brother for my sister? (15:05) Marisol 11-years-old - Do miscarriage children go to heaven? Dr. John - As the head of the crisis pregnancy center, there is such a need to address the underlining issues of abortion. (22:41) Robert in Australia – My dear friend passed away and he did receive the last rites (30:43) Christopher - Who can administer the anointing of the sick? (37:39) Julie – What can I do if a care giver doesn’t want to give the anointing of the sick to an elderly family member? (38:23) Kelly - How do you keep Holy the Sabbath while trying to fundraise? My daughter has a fundraiser on Sunday. (44:12) Bill - I felt so good after going to confession! (46:25)

Patrick Madrid answers a caller's question about the nuances between sanctifying grace and other forms of grace, and whether sanctifying grace can be received through reading the Bible.   Sanctifying Grace Explained:At its core, sanctifying grace is described as the very essence of God's life communicated to our souls. It's primarily bestowed through the sacraments, serving as a conduit for God's life to either be introduced, reintensified, or reinstated in the soul—especially if one is in a state of mortal sin. This grace, metaphorically likened by St. Paul to a liquid, signifies God's love being poured into our hearts, not in a literal sense but as a means to express its capability to be amplified and strengthened within us.   Actual Grace and Its Role:On the other hand, actual grace operates externally, assisting in preparing our minds and souls to be more receptive to sanctifying grace. This form of grace is encountered through sacramentals (like reading the Holy Bible, praying the Rosary, or receiving a blessing from a priest), acting not as sanctifying grace but as divine nudges or prompts that orient us towards a deeper communion with God.   A Synergistic Relationship:The relationship between actual and sanctifying grace is synergistic. Actual graces, while not sanctifying in themselves, play a crucial role in predisposing our souls to receive and intensify the sanctifying grace dwelling within. This dynamic illustrates how practices like praying the Rosary can bring about a profound desire to go to Confession, thereby leading to a closer union with God through the intensification of sanctifying grace.

Special Guest Host Ken Hensley   Ben – Is it bad luck to have a baby during the solar eclipse? (03:40) Angela (email) – Are we supposed to believe that Protestant’s go to hell? (07:25) Steve - I am in recovery from Alcohol and other addictions. My Catholic faith has been strengthened since I recovered. I went to an evangelical group who helped me and showed me so much about our faith. (26:23) Todd - Regarding no Protestants being in heaven: I think someone would spend time in purgatory if they aren't Catholic (28:21)

Special Guest Host Ken Hensley   Mike - How do you reconcile no salvation outside the Church with Confession and Mortal sin? (00:58) Angela - You should have mentioned that Jesus instituted the Sacrament of Confession. (20:04) Nick - If you are not baptized in the Catholic faith, will you be able to go to heaven? (25:15)

Special Guest Host Ken Hensley   Frank - No Salvation Outside the Church and Lumen Gentium (07:17) Michael - Does one have to be baptized and profess the true faith to be considered part of the Body of Christ? (14:06) Bill - With what you are saying, why would I even try to get me family to become Catholic? (16:49) Bill - Jesus said it was necessary to eat his flesh. Since Protestants can't do that, how can they be saved? (30:53) Chris - In Ephesians, it says that there is one lord, one faith, and one baptism. Protestants have created a mess and I don't think we should emphasize the idea that Protestants can go to heaven. (36:24) Joel - I think you are contradicting yourself on the teaching on no salvation outside the Church. (39:13) Geri – There is a difference between being a Christ follower and being a Christian. During Covid, we didn't have communion, so were we all condemned? (43:31) Carol - When Jesus said that this is my body, He meant it. He is not a liar.

Patrick examines the growing issue of affordable housing, how it's impacting our communities, and the unfortunate reality of city workers sleeping in cars amidst a housing crisis. He also shares the importance of grounding ourselves in Jesus' teachings, the wisdom of St. Padre Pio's humility, and why embracing change and repentance is fundamental to authentic faith.   Arizona city to allow workers to sleep in their cars as it grapples with housing costs Craig - Housing companies are buying up homes and jacking up the prices. That is the real problem in the country right now. Lucy - There have been van dwellers who are popping up on YouTube. They live in these vans by choice according to these videos. They are very interesting to me. Companies are turning this into a business for people who want to convert a van. Jennifer - Why did they change Holy Ghost to Holy Spirit after Vatican II? (19:46) Patrick in Trenton – How should I respond when my friends, who are not very strong Christians, say that God forgives everyone who believes in Jesus. (26:23) Suzie – What are your thoughts on the Mission of Devine Prophecy? (34:43)

Patrick covers angelic warfare, the transcendent beauty of guardian angels, and explores the differences in levels of heavenly glory. Learn why the Church challenges modern practices like IVF, and why your path of faith matters eternally. Patrick offers insights into the rosary versus deep breathing practices for spiritual calmness, and gives advice for those seeking sacramental support.   Mary - Is it okay for Catholics to put wind chimes on gravestones? (02:03) Teresa - I say a decade of the rosary in my CCD class. I was told that I couldn't say them with the kids because they are too route of prayers. I was told to do deep breathing with them or play music. What should I do? Lynn - Is the act of contrition require for a valid confession? (14:14) Brett - I am a nurse. I am not Catholic but I have a patient who is a strong Catholic. What religious thing can I give them as they go through cancer? Ryan - What are the different layers of heaven? (25:19) Michael - My niece did IVF to have a child and now is pregnant again with one of the embryos from her first use of IVF. What should I tell her to do with the other embryos? Carmelina (10-years-old) - I need to follow up with someone I emailed as part of the Junior Legion of Mary. I wrote to you and wanted to call and let you know I am praying for you! Emma (11-years-old) - Are there wars between heaven and hell? (45:09)

In this enlightening hour, Patrick tackles the nuances of penance and the healing journey beyond forgiveness—reminding us that while Jesus' mercy erases our sins, the echoes of our actions might still call for restitution. Patrick also questions if doing wrong for the right reasons ever stands justified, exploring historical examples that show conscience can't be compromised, even in the direst circumstances.   Bob - Last Friday, you talked about not committing a mortal sin to save your family. I think you couldn't commit a mortal sin in that situation since it would not be of your own freewill. Walter - How do reparations work with the forgiveness of God regarding hurting someone? (18:57) LaShanda - What is the verse in the bible that says we have guardian angels? If we know it is a sin to kill, does that apply to people in the military? (30:17) Joseph - When it comes to personal mortifications during lent, if you have a special feast day which you like to celebrate, can you relax your penance to celebrate? (35:59) Nicole - If God wills all things for good, why do we have bad things happen? (39:32) Tom - What mysteries of the rosary should you say during lent? (47:59)

Patrick dives deep into the ethical considerations around Freemasonry, tackles generational sin, tattoos, and spiritual warfare. Patrick shines a light on the profound impact of Old Testament customs on modern marriage and explores the bounds of laypeople's roles in sacred traditions.   Patrick starts the show off reading and responding to an email with concerns about her family member’s tattoos John - Was it okay for King David to take multiple wives? (08:03) Mary - If something has a curse on it, can I bless it to remove the curse? (13:05) Helen (email) – Could the Last Supper have happened without the Transfiguration? Kevin (email) – Can a lay person baptize a baby? What about marriages? Paul (email) – How do I talk with my friend who is considering using IVF? James (email) – What should I pray before I go to sleep? (39:01) Tracy - Physician assisted suicide is being passed in MN. (42:44)

Patrick discusses the unbreakable vows of holy orders and the deep reverence for the Eucharist, a central difference between Catholic and Lutheran belief. He tackles tough questions, from the morality of actions for greater goods to the ethical dilemmas that test our faith. Our conversations stretch into the importance of faith in public discourse, with robust debate on laws, morality, and the beautiful complexity of church-state relations.   Les - I think that religious viewpoints should be kept out of the conversation when making laws about assisted suicide. (02:12) Conner - Would you commit a mortal sin to save your family or to get rich? (24:04) Patrick in Mission Viejo - I am at the missions and going to Mass here, and wanted to tell you I am thinking of you. Bruce - What is the difference between the Eucharist in the Catholic Church and Communion in the Protestant Church? (37:07) Patrick recommends the book: “There we Stood, Here we Stand” Judy - I have been with Charity Mobile for a while. The flip phone has been a great phone. (45:33)