Patrick welcomes a brand new year by sharing heartwarming updates about his family, including the growing number of grandchildren. He fields real-life listener questions about Catholic teaching on end-of-life decisions, prayer practices even in the midst of mortal sin, and the challenge of keeping interfaith friendships respectful without watering down the faith. Books, practical steps for spiritual growth, the meaning behind Marian prayers, and honest encouragement flow easily, blending candid wisdom with Patrick’s signature warmth.

 

• Jeffrey (email) – We have a family member on life support. What is the Catholic Church’s teaching on end-of-life support? (04:45)
• Frank - I have 20 grandchildren, and 39 great grandchildren. (14:28)
• Javier – Is the efficacy of the sacraments dependent on the state of grace of the receiver? (17:36)
• John Andrew – I have a protestant friend that I argue with religion about. Is there a way to keep them as friends? (27:04)
• Danny – Why are there differences between the Hail Holy Queen prayer and what Jesus said about “I am the Truth, the way and the light”. (38:59)
• Pat – I want to vent about people rushing through the prayers when saying the Rosary. How can we intentionally pray the rosary and other vocal prayers? (42:32)
• Caroline – Do you have a suggestion for a good chronological Bible? (42:32)