Patrick shares insights on embracing Halloween and Trick-or-Treating responsibly, keeping it fun but faith-centered by dressing up as saints and avoiding anything that glorifies evil. He also discusses celebrating Christmas with a focus on Jesus, despite the secular trappings. Join Patrick for practical advice on how to handle these holidays while keeping faith at the forefront.

• Susan - Growing up we would have the kids say a prayer for the dead before they took candy on Halloween. (01:02)
• Bridget (email) – My dad told me, on the day of my wedding, that my new home was with my husband (01:53)
• Greg - Can you give a plenary indulgence to someone who is not buried (02:30)
• Paul - Has the Church approved the movie “The Conclave”? (04:54)
• Vinny – “Love you” is very general and superficial without commitment. (10:15)
• Teresa - My brother-in-law and his wife announced that they were using a surrogate. Should I attend the baby shower? (14:02)
• Gary - How should Catholics celebrate Halloween with young children? (38:39)