Patrick fields heartfelt questions, from whether chewing the Eucharist shows disrespect to what makes sensory-friendly Masses so vital for families with unique needs. Insights and humor mix as he brings real stories of embracing noisy pews, handling tricky conversations about livestreamed Mass, and giving practical advice for parents facing stares or family disagreements over Catholic practices. Voices from across the country weave together in a candid conversation, reflecting both the warmth and the challenges of living faith in community.

 

• Mary Ellen - Is it okay to chew the Eucharist? (00:54)
• Kathleen - Our Parish has a sensory friendly Mass for people with special needs. (06:12)
• Susan (email) - Our Church has a quiet zone (12:41)
• Richard - When I hear babies cry in Church, I think it is a good thing because they didn't get aborted. (23:14)
• Alex - Why do we have live streamed Mass if they don't count for our Sunday obligation? (24:31)
• Alexis (email) - I don’t understand why someone would engage with missionaries or Jehovah's Witnesses. (26:21)
• Josiah – Question about the Catholic view on Papal Authority: It seems like the Church teaches that the pope doesn't have any error. So what does that say about Peter who got called out by Paul? (31:07)
• Carol (email) – Don’t scandalize children (41:19)
• George - What is origin of “Lord, I am not worthy that you should enter under my roof…” (44:57)