Patrick tackles big questions about faith and family, from whether full immersion is necessary in baptism, to how to address sensitive family matters during Holy Week. He offers guidance on supporting children in their faith, coping with grief after loss, and meaningful ways to celebrate Easter while honoring the spirit of the Triduum.

 

• Sean – Does one need to be fully immersed during Baptism for it to count? (01:43)
• Diane - How can we tell my daughter that we don't want her boyfriend coming for Easter? (08:57)
• Rita - Why were there sacrifices in the Old Testament? Where do the litanies come from? (14:12)
• Daniel (email) – What do you think of the old Ben-Hur film? (17:50)
• *Alison - What are some things that people with young children can do during Triduum? (19:10)
• Joseph - Are exorcists taught not to tell clients what goes on during a session? (26:12)
• Kathleen - Why was Moses not made a Saint? (28:14)
• Rosemary – My 2-year-old grandson passed away in his sleep. How can I help my daughter deal with her anger towards God? How can I comfort her? (32:00)
• Amy – Is it appropriate to go out to eat before the Easter Vigil. (38:35)
• Email - Where can I purchase Patrick Madrid books? (41:08)
• Donna - Easter and Resurrection: how do we explain to young children that suicide is not a way to get to Jesus? (42:33)