Patrick explores compelling insights on conditional baptism and confession, examining a unique case of a Lutheran baptism's validity and the importance of confession before receiving Holy Communion. He also discusses the value of evangelizing and the impact of guiding family members back to faith. Patrick offers solutions and encouragement in approaching these spiritual and sacramental complexities. Tune in, stay inspired, and strengthen your faith journey with Patrick's unpredictable and enriching conversations.

 

• Susan - Regarding conditional baptism and confession: if someone is baptized a Lutheran as baby and converts to Catholicism but can’t prove Baptism, do they have to go to Confession to get their sacraments? (0:43)
• Nancy - Does a “dedication” count as Baptism? (12:21)
• Kay – I want my granddaughter baptized. The parents are not practicing their faith but still want her to receive her First Communion. (20:19)
• Alvia - Should I say that I am glad that my great-niece is baptized as a Lutheran, given that my niece never chose a religion and was not baptized (27:05)
• Owen Burns: a 13-yr old hero from Michigan, who saved his 8-yr sister from being kidnapped with a slingshot (35:00)
• Citi just announced its ending its DEI goals and policies (40:47)
• Mike - What does it mean to be a chosen one? St. Faustina mentions it a lot. (41:59)
• Thomas – What’s a good way to evangelize Protestants who are more self-help types? (45:16)