Can you feel regret in heaven?

Break

Teen caller shares phone-free life

Returning to faith and Catholic guilt

Is missing Sunday Mass sinful?

Medical marijuana and Catholic teaching

Patrick Madrid selects memorable listener calls and questions from past years, addressing real-life struggles and heartfelt topics around faith renewal, spiritual encouragement, and returning to Church practices. Listeners hear stories of reconversion, thoughtful analogies about heaven, overcoming guilt while rediscovering Catholic teaching, and practical advice on topics like missing Mass for work or responsibly handling medical treatments. Voices of gratitude, honesty, and hope for a deeper relationship with God shine throughout the episode.

 
(00:00:07) Show introduction and format explained
(00:00:39) Can you feel regret in heaven?
(00:04:38) Emotions and joy in heaven
(00:06:30) Vastness of heaven explained
(00:08:22) How is Christ present at Mass?
(00:11:45) Teen caller shares phone-free life
(00:15:06) Living counterculturally as a Catholic
(00:19:05) Returning to faith and Catholic guilt
(00:23:05) Understanding and value of guilt
(00:27:05) Conscience analogy and spiritual clarity
(00:30:06) Is missing Sunday Mass sinful?
(00:33:49) Is creation ex nihilo logical?
(00:45:55) Medical marijuana and Catholic teaching

Patrick Madrid selects memorable listener calls and questions from past years, addressing real-life struggles and heartfelt topics around faith renewal, spiritual encouragement, and returning to Church practices. Listeners hear stories of reconversion, thoughtful analogies about heaven, overcoming guilt while rediscovering Catholic teaching, and practical advice on topics like missing Mass for work or responsibly handling medical treatments. Voices of gratitude, honesty, and hope for a deeper relationship with God shine throughout the episode.
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<ul>
<li>(00:00:07) Show introduction and format explained</li>
<li>(00:00:39) Can you feel regret in heaven?</li>
<li>(00:04:38) Emotions and joy in heaven</li>
<li>(00:06:30) Vastness of heaven explained</li>
<li>(00:08:22) How is Christ present at Mass?</li>
<li>(00:11:45) Teen caller shares phone-free life</li>
<li>(00:15:06) Living counterculturally as a Catholic</li>
<li>(00:19:05) Returning to faith and Catholic guilt</li>
<li>(00:23:05) Understanding and value of guilt</li>
<li>(00:27:05) Conscience analogy and spiritual clarity</li>
<li>(00:30:06) Is missing Sunday Mass sinful?</li>
<li>(00:33:49) Is creation ex nihilo logical?</li>
<li>(00:45:55) Medical marijuana and Catholic teaching</li>
</ul>

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The Patrick Madrid Show: October 12, 2026 - Hour 3

Sharing childhood photos online 

The Bible's authority and canon 

Consequences of Sin and Forgiveness 

Discussing death with children 

Helping a return to the Church 

Concern over praying to Mary 

Mary's Role in Salvation History 

On today’s Patrick Madrid Show, we dove deep into faith questions, from why we’re called to love our neighbor but not the devil, to understanding purgatory and when judgment happens. We heard heartfelt stories, like one listener’s struggle with homelessness and her brave journey back to the Catholic Church, finding hope and support through prayer and the community. We also explored why Mary holds such an important place in Catholic life and how embracing our spiritual roots can lead to renewal. If you’ve stepped away from the faith, remember: no matter where you are, the door’s always open. Keep going—there’s always a path back.

 
Discussing salvation and human love (00:00)
Sharing childhood photos online (05:54)
The Bible's authority and canon (08:27)
Spiritual foundation and judgment day (10:52)
Consequences of Sin and Forgiveness (16:14)
Effects of sin and purgatory (17:14)
Discussing death with children (20:41)
Struggling with faith and community (26:04)
Helping a return to the Church (28:12)
Receiving support in difficult times (32:37)
Media's Misrepresentation of the Church (35:27)
Concern over praying to Mary (40:11)
Daily and Special Prayer Programs (41:24)
Mary's Role in Salvation History (45:44)
Discussing Mary in religious context (49:29)

On today&rsquo;s Patrick Madrid Show, we dove deep into faith questions, from why we&rsquo;re called to love our neighbor but not the devil, to understanding purgatory and when judgment happens. We heard heartfelt stories, like one listener&rsquo;s struggle with homelessness and her brave journey back to the Catholic Church, finding hope and support through prayer and the community. We also explored why Mary holds such an important place in Catholic life and how embracing our spiritual roots can lead to renewal. If you&rsquo;ve stepped away from the faith, remember: no matter where you are, the door&rsquo;s always open. Keep going&mdash;there&rsquo;s always a path back.
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<ul>
<li>Discussing salvation and human love (00:00)</li>
<li>Sharing childhood photos online (05:54)</li>
<li>The Bible's authority and canon (08:27)</li>
<li>Spiritual foundation and judgment day (10:52)</li>
<li>Consequences of Sin and Forgiveness (16:14)</li>
<li>Effects of sin and purgatory (17:14)</li>
<li>Discussing death with children (20:41)</li>
<li>Struggling with faith and community (26:04)</li>
<li>Helping a return to the Church (28:12)</li>
<li>Receiving support in difficult times (32:37)</li>
<li>Media's Misrepresentation of the Church (35:27)</li>
<li>Concern over praying to Mary (40:11)</li>
<li>Daily and Special Prayer Programs (41:24)</li>
<li>Mary's Role in Salvation History (45:44)</li>
<li>Discussing Mary in religious context (49:29)</li>
</ul>

The Patrick Madrid Show: October 12, 2026 - Hour 1

Patrick discusses dumb phone options

Book recommendations on confession

Catholic doctrine on Mary explained 

Sal asks about the brown scapular

Attending invalid weddings discussed

Patrick chats with listeners of all ages about everything from technology choices for teens to heartfelt struggles with confession, faith, and family decisions. The episode features emotional testimonies of people rekindling their relationship with God, practical recommendations like Scott Hahn’s book on confession, and thoughtful Catholic teaching on topics such as Mary’s perpetual virginity, sacramentals like the brown scapular, and taking a stand for truth in difficult family situations. Lively stories and grateful moments intertwine with sincere encouragement for anyone longing for spiritual renewal or a path back to their faith.

 
(00:00:08) Jacob asks about safe phones
(00:01:51) Patrick discusses dumb phone options
(00:04:00) Elizabeth's group struggles with confession
(00:05:23) Book recommendations on confession
(00:06:42) Urgent plea to return to confession
(00:14:19) Maria shares testimony of faith
(00:16:11) Catholic doctrine on Mary explained
(00:24:27) Young altar server Walter's experiences
(00:32:12) Sal asks about the brown scapular
(00:39:26) Attending invalid weddings discussed
(00:42:33) Powerful letter from a loving grandmother

Patrick chats with listeners of all ages about everything from technology choices for teens to heartfelt struggles with confession, faith, and family decisions. The episode features emotional testimonies of people rekindling their relationship with God, practical recommendations like Scott Hahn&rsquo;s book on confession, and thoughtful Catholic teaching on topics such as Mary&rsquo;s perpetual virginity, sacramentals like the brown scapular, and taking a stand for truth in difficult family situations. Lively stories and grateful moments intertwine with sincere encouragement for anyone longing for spiritual renewal or a path back to their faith.
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<ul>
<li>(00:00:08) Jacob asks about safe phones</li>
<li>(00:01:51) Patrick discusses dumb phone options</li>
<li>(00:04:00) Elizabeth's group struggles with confession</li>
<li>(00:05:23) Book recommendations on confession</li>
<li>(00:06:42) Urgent plea to return to confession</li>
<li>(00:14:19) Maria shares testimony of faith</li>
<li>(00:16:11) Catholic doctrine on Mary explained</li>
<li>(00:24:27) Young altar server Walter's experiences</li>
<li>(00:32:12) Sal asks about the brown scapular</li>
<li>(00:39:26) Attending invalid weddings discussed</li>
<li>(00:42:33) Powerful letter from a loving grandmother</li>
</ul>

The Patrick Madrid Show: October 12, 2026 - Hour 2

Patrick responds to listeners grappling with family conflict when a loved one identifies as transgender and offers straightforward advice for explaining these issues to kids. One moment, he's addressing a seven-year-old's innocent wonder about marriage in heaven; the next, he guides engaged Catholics through tough communion etiquette at weddings. With humor and candor, Patrick weaves together practical faith, real stories, and spiritual guidance, never shying away from honest conversation.

 
Email - Our young adult niece recently sent an email to the extended family, that she is now "identifying as a man." We heard rumors about this, but now she has "officially" confirmed it. (52:00)
Tyler (email) – Is it okay to have a nuptial Mass? (11:12)
Isaac (7-years-old) - Are people still married in heaven? (20:50)
Patrick in Denver - If someone is in the state of mortal sin we can't go to communion. Can you make an act of spiritual communion? (26:44)
Patrick in Trenton - What do you think about praying the Rosary while going to bed? (29:31)
Email - Receiving the Eucharist while in a state of Mortal Sin (38:32)
Chris - How do the saints hear us when we say prayers? (48:24)

Originally aired 09-10-2025

Patrick responds to listeners grappling with family conflict when a loved one identifies as transgender and offers straightforward advice for explaining these issues to kids. One moment, he's addressing a seven-year-old's innocent wonder about marriage in heaven; the next, he guides engaged Catholics through tough communion etiquette at weddings. With humor and candor, Patrick weaves together practical faith, real stories, and spiritual guidance, never shying away from honest conversation.
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<ul>
<li>Email - Our young adult niece recently sent an email to the extended family, that she is now "identifying as a man." We heard rumors about this, but now she has "officially" confirmed it. (52:00)</li>
<li>Tyler (email) &ndash; Is it okay to have a nuptial Mass? (11:12)</li>
<li>Isaac (7-years-old) - Are people still married in heaven? (20:50)</li>
<li>Patrick in Denver - If someone is in the state of mortal sin we can't go to communion. Can you make an act of spiritual communion? (26:44)</li>
<li>Patrick in Trenton - What do you think about praying the Rosary while going to bed? (29:31)</li>
<li>Email - Receiving the Eucharist while in a state of Mortal Sin (38:32)</li>
<li>Chris - How do the saints hear us when we say prayers? (48:24)</li>
</ul>
Originally aired 09-10-2025

The Patrick Madrid Show: October 12, 2026 - Hour 3

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