The Patrick Madrid Show Relevant Radio

Patrick shines a light on the Catholic Church's teaching on the perpetual virginity of Mary. Exploring biblical passages and historical context, Patrick discusses why Mary remains a virgin before, during, and after the birth of Jesus. Join Patrick as he debunks misconceptions and sheds light on the rich tradition surrounding our Blessed Mother.

 


Illinois just passed a bill to change the word "offender" to "justice-impacted individual" (00:35)
George Carlin on the English language making words longer to take out the humanity of the meaning (05:33)
Tino - Why do they call Mary a virgin since she gave birth to a child which would have made her not a virgin? (10:12)
David - Has the Old Testament changed sense the time of Christ? How long did it take to create the Old Testament? (23:08)
Ben – Asking for a book recommendation for family who have lukewarm faith? (29:19)
Kimberly (email) – Is the devil always watching and skewing my environment? (42:51)

Patrick offers advice to a caller, Laura, who is struggling with her son's involvement in transgender ideology. Laura shares her challenges with her husband's differing perspectives, her son's Asperger's diagnosis, and the impact on their family dynamics. Patrick provides guidance on how to approach the situation, drawing parallels to addiction and offering resources like 'The Detransition Diaries' book and 'Sex Change Regret' website.

 


Ramiro - I am a retired correctional officer and CA has been calling them a disadvantaged population. They get a ton of free programs because they are in prison. (00:51)
Laura - Last year, I called about my son who is involved with transgender ideology. Now my son is taking hormone changers and I am trying to convince my husband to stop helping him. What should I do now? (09:07)
Tom - I grew up Catholic and we were taught that private interpretation of the bible was not allowed. (23:00)
J.M. - Why is it okay to distribute relics but not to distribute the ashes of a family members who have died? (36:14)
Eliana (16-years-old) - What is the difference between Orthodox and Roman Catholic? (38:26)

Patrick delves into the topic of private interpretation of scripture. Exploring biblical examples and the authority granted by Jesus to interpret Scripture, Patrick highlights the importance of aligning personal interpretations with authoritative teachings. The conversation with a Protestant listener showcases the value of seeking truth and considering different perspectives.

 


Tom - Where in the bible does it say that Jesus gave the Church authority to interpret the Scripture? (00:38)
Mike - Analogy of the problem with Sola Scriptura: The USA Constitution is similar document that people need an interpreter for. (13:45)
Ron - What is the Church’s teaching on limbo? (19:05)
Todd - My 22-year-old son is sleeping with his girlfriend. How do I talk him out of doing this? (24:42)
Dominic - If God created Mary perfect and without original sin, did she really have a choice to say yes or no at the annunciation? (35:38)
Terra - I never considered becoming Catholic but I eventually felt Mother Mary leading me into the Church and I wanted to respond to Tom in the 2nd hour of today’s show (42:58)
Dimas - Have you ever debated William Lane Craig on Catholicism?

Patrick gets into an important discussion about the Catholic Church's stance on the disposition of ashes. He unpacks the difference between venial and mortal sins when it comes to spreading ashes and explores alternatives like preserving a lock of hair. Patrick also touches on the more modern, yet controversial, methods like alkaline hydrolysis and human composting.

 


Timothy - Is spreading the ashes of the loved a sin? If so, is it mortal or venal? (00:49)
Patrick recommends an end of life issues book “Now and at the Hour of Our Death” by Nikolas Nikas, and Bruce Green
Theresa - Can you recommend a book on sacred art of Bible stories or Mysteries of the Rosary? (15:46)
Louisiana set to become first state to mandate Ten Commandments displays in public schools (18:18)
Alabama Becomes Second U.S. State to Ban Lab-Grown Meat (22:45)
Dominic - What would God think about the Ashley Madison dating documentary on Netflix? Was it sinful for them to expose that site? (27:36)
Richard - Can I attend the spreading of ashes? (38:51)
Elizabeth - The groom is Catholic and the bride is not. What are the ramifications of them getting married inside or outside of the Church?
Grace - How can I promote adoption more to fight abortion?

Patrick explains Catholic beliefs about Mary as an intercessor, drawing parallels with biblical stories like the wedding at Cana. He explores whether Mary takes every petition to Jesus, and how her perfect union with God's will influences her intercession. He also unpacks the writings of saints like St. Louis de Montfort and discusses the importance of staying grounded in official Church teachings. He also touches on the importance of showing reverence and respect to those around us, as a reflection of our faith.

 


Carolyn - How does God's will play out in the idea of Christ not denying his mother Mary? (01:02)
Hannah - Devotion to Mary: I think that we don't reverence one another enough to understand reverencing Mary. (17:54)
Diane - I love your radio show even though I am Protestant. Is it moral to euthanize animals who are in pain? (30:29)
Erik – How should we as a church respond to the growing violence of terrorism? (41:30)

Patrick contemplates various security measures for churches, highlighting the Porters of St. Joseph initiative that provides protection and peace of mind for congregations. He also discusses the importance of concealed carry permits, especially for law enforcement officers in places of worship, and how it can be a prudent step for ensuring safety.

 


Dug - Attempted shooting: There is something called the Porters of Saint Joseph which is approved by the Bishop. (00:59)
Danielle - Security at Churches: There is a group called the Porters of Saint Joseph who are in position at Masses and it really is nice. (03:21)
Lisa - Can you recommend a good book about saints? Patrick recommends “The Lives of the Saints” by Alban Butler. (05:54)
How do I figure out who my special saint is?
Glen - My daughter can't conceive. She wants to adopt but they don't want to get all of the vaccines mandated by the government. What can we do? (10:33)
Pat - If the Trinity is inseparable, how could Jesus be separate from them while alive on earth? (16:01)
Sal - Can you explain “Blessed is the poor in the spirit for the kingdom of God is theirs”? (23:30)
Jeff - Is it moral to carry a concealed weapon in Church? (29:02)
Frank - Is there a good resource about Pius Legends? (35:59)
Kevin - Does the stain of original sin make man evil even though they are fundamentally good? I have heard that the Pope saying “man is fundamentally good” is a heresy. Is that true? (38:57)
Gennessy - How do I control my temper? (46:21)