Patrick fields heartfelt questions from listeners about Catholic teaching, from the fate of forgiven sins at the final judgment to the nuances of Mass intentions for the living. He shifts between clarifying the difference between perfect and imperfect contrition, unpacking scripture, and weaving in moments of humor and personal experience. Callers bring raw concerns and Patrick meets them with clear, practical wisdom, offering honest insight into the everyday reality of living out the Catholic faith.

 

• Mary Ann - Is it true that our sins will be brought up again in the general judgement? (00:31)
• Beth - Can Mass intentions be requested for the living? I want the Mass intention to be said for my parish priest. (05:02)
• Joseph (email) – Sitting at the end of the pew (09:51)
• Pete - How can a person be sorry if they stop drinking but are motivated by cirrhosis of the liver and not the fact that it is wrong? (12:57)
• Nicholas - About the Feast of the Immaculate Conception, some scripture readings say destined vs predestined. What does this mean? (22:25)
• Phil - I thought I was lying when I was saying the Act of Contrition.  (33:33)
• Isaac - Can you explain how working for Catholic Answers was and what taking a step away from a comfortable career was like as a husband and father? (45:37)