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The Patrick Madrid Show: May 15, 2025 - Hour 2

IRS says churches can endorse political candid

Paul - How can we promote Communion on the Ton

Steven (email) â Friend is telling me that i

Todd - Why not talk about politics and religio

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Patrick in Trenton, NJ - I heard a priest's vo

Jim - You are wrong about the death penalty. P

Patrick discusses a surprising IRS update that allows churches to endorse political candidates without losing their tax-exempt status, unpacking its far-reaching implications for faith communities and political conversations alike. He fields listener questions on Communion posture, the distinction between private devotion and public worship, and confronts concerns on recent developments in the Catechism about religious liberty and the death penalty—never shying away from deep-rooted debates or blending in a spontaneous chat about REM. Sharp, energetic, and always candid, Patrick connects faith with the turbulence of today’s headlines.

 
IRS says churches can endorse political candidates without losing tax-exempt status (01:44)
Paul - How can we promote Communion on the Tongue? I asked pastor if we could get kneelers, but he said it is not time for Adoration during Holy Communion. (09:16)
Steven (email) – Friend is telling me that it's irrational to trust the Church, and the Catechism can't even be trusted because it teaches heresies (21:09)
Todd - Why not talk about politics and religion. I think this is good. I know you just want to promote ideas but why can't we take a stand? (34:55)
Patrick in Trenton, NJ - I heard a priest's voice changing during the Consecration. (44:36)
Jim - You are wrong about the death penalty. Pope Francis himself gave a reason. (48:28)

Originally aired on 07/09/25

Patrick discusses a surprising IRS update that allows churches to endorse political candidates without losing their tax-exempt status, unpacking its far-reaching implications for faith communities and political conversations alike. He fields listener questions on Communion posture, the distinction between private devotion and public worship, and confronts concerns on recent developments in the Catechism about religious liberty and the death penalty&mdash;never shying away from deep-rooted debates or blending in a spontaneous chat about REM. Sharp, energetic, and always candid, Patrick connects faith with the turbulence of today&rsquo;s headlines.
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<li>IRS says churches can endorse political candidates without losing tax-exempt status (01:44)</li>
<li>Paul - How can we promote Communion on the Tongue? I asked pastor if we could get kneelers, but he said it is not time for Adoration during Holy Communion. (09:16)</li>
<li>Steven (email) &ndash; Friend is telling me that it's irrational to trust the Church, and the Catechism can't even be trusted because it teaches heresies (21:09)</li>
<li>Todd - Why not talk about politics and religion. I think this is good. I know you just want to promote ideas but why can't we take a stand? (34:55)</li>
<li>Patrick in Trenton, NJ - I heard a priest's voice changing during the Consecration. (44:36)</li>
<li>Jim - You are wrong about the death penalty. Pope Francis himself gave a reason. (48:28)</li>
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Originally aired on 07/09/25

The Patrick Madrid Show: December 29, 2025 - Hour 1

Seth (email) - Is there any benefit to changin

Lori - I loved Johnnie Carson didnât get to 

Jesse - How can I decline gracefully to not be

Mike â Is it okay to listen to Sympathy for 

Dave - I disagree with your comment on being m

Terri - In Mexico, they have the Church ceremo

Richard - I'd like to raise a point from Dead 

Patrick explores the real-life decisions Catholics face, such as switching from the Latin Rite to the Byzantine Rite, and the complexities of hidden weddings, family pressures, and honesty, while seamlessly shifting to lighter banter about Johnny Carson and the subtle dangers of cultural influences like song lyrics. A candid exchange on free will in heaven caps off an hour brimming with hard truths, compassion, and unexpected moments.

 
Seth (email) - Is there any benefit to changing your rite from the Latin to the Byzantine? (01:02)
Lori - I loved how Johnnie Carson didn’t get involved in politics. You remind me of him. (05:41)
Jesse - How can I decline gracefully to not be in a sibling’s wedding? (07:30)
Mike – Is it okay to listen to Sympathy for the Devil? Will we have free will in Heaven? (18:38)
Dave - I disagree with your comment on being married in a Church and having a ceremony outside of the Church. I am not sure you understand how complicated these situations are. (29:24)
Terri - In Mexico, they have the Church ceremony first and civil ceremony after. (42:16)
Richard - I'd like to raise a point from Dead Man Walking movie. The character in the movie repents. If he got life in prison he may not have ever repented. (49:05)

Originally aired on 07/09/25

Patrick explores the real-life decisions Catholics face, such as switching from the Latin Rite to the Byzantine Rite, and the complexities of hidden weddings, family pressures, and honesty, while seamlessly shifting to lighter banter about Johnny Carson and the subtle dangers of cultural influences like song lyrics. A candid exchange on free will in heaven caps off an hour brimming with hard truths, compassion, and unexpected moments.
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<li>Seth (email) - Is there any benefit to changing your rite from the Latin to the Byzantine? (01:02)</li>
<li>Lori - I loved how Johnnie Carson didn&rsquo;t get involved in politics. You remind me of him. (05:41)</li>
<li>Jesse - How can I decline gracefully to not be in a sibling&rsquo;s wedding? (07:30)</li>
<li>Mike &ndash; Is it okay to listen to Sympathy for the Devil? Will we have free will in Heaven? (18:38)</li>
<li>Dave - I disagree with your comment on being married in a Church and having a ceremony outside of the Church. I am not sure you understand how complicated these situations are. (29:24)</li>
<li>Terri - In Mexico, they have the Church ceremony first and civil ceremony after. (42:16)</li>
<li>Richard - I'd like to raise a point from Dead Man Walking movie. The character in the movie repents. If he got life in prison he may not have ever repented. (49:05)</li>
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Originally aired on 07/09/25

The Patrick Madrid Show: December 29, 2025 - Hour 2

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Patrick shares emails in regards to the marria

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John - My wife and I got married during Covid 

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Frank - How did the audience of Jesus's time u

Cindy - Why can't we have outdoor masses or we

Gino - How do we understand the concept of hav

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Aaron - Why don't people scrutinize their marr

Christina - At what point are we not required 

Patrick tackles a lively question about a secret Friday church wedding followed by a staged Saturday ceremony, triggering a flood of listener stories and questions on sacramental law, honesty, and what truly counts in Catholic marriage. Mixed with candid advice, Patrick walks through challenges like destination weddings, annulments, and outdoor ceremonies, weaving in personal anecdotes and gentle humor. Listeners find themselves reflecting on where real meaning lies: put God at the center, and the rest takes shape, even if the reception takes place at a Texaco station.

 
Patrick shares emails in regards to the marriage topics from the end of the last hour (00:35)
Pete - This is typical of today for people not getting married in the Church. This upsets me. What more can you ask for than God's blessing? (11:43)
John - My wife and I got married during Covid and couldn't have a party for a year. I agree with Patrick. (13:59)
Frank - How did the audience of Jesus's time understand Jesus's use of the word 'Church'? (18:21)
Cindy - Why can't we have outdoor masses or weddings? (25:18)
Gino - How do we understand the concept of having a 'scapegoat' for animal sacrifice in the Old Testament? (29:25)
Aaron - Why don't people scrutinize their marriage to the same degree the annulment process does? (35:44)
Christina - At what point are we not required to get a dispensation from the Bishop to get married? (45:48)

Originally aired on 07/09/25

Patrick tackles a lively question about a secret Friday church wedding followed by a staged Saturday ceremony, triggering a flood of listener stories and questions on sacramental law, honesty, and what truly counts in Catholic marriage. Mixed with candid advice, Patrick walks through challenges like destination weddings, annulments, and outdoor ceremonies, weaving in personal anecdotes and gentle humor. Listeners find themselves reflecting on where real meaning lies: put God at the center, and the rest takes shape, even if the reception takes place at a Texaco station.
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<ul>
<li>Patrick shares emails in regards to the marriage topics from the end of the last hour (00:35)</li>
<li>Pete - This is typical of today for people not getting married in the Church. This upsets me. What more can you ask for than God's blessing? (11:43)</li>
<li>John - My wife and I got married during Covid and couldn't have a party for a year. I agree with Patrick. (13:59)</li>
<li>Frank - How did the audience of Jesus's time understand Jesus's use of the word 'Church'? (18:21)</li>
<li>Cindy - Why can't we have outdoor masses or weddings? (25:18)</li>
<li>Gino - How do we understand the concept of having a 'scapegoat' for animal sacrifice in the Old Testament? (29:25)</li>
<li>Aaron - Why don't people scrutinize their marriage to the same degree the annulment process does? (35:44)</li>
<li>Christina - At what point are we not required to get a dispensation from the Bishop to get married? (45:48)</li>
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Originally aired on 07/09/25

The Patrick Madrid Show: May 15, 2025 - Hour 2

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