Patrick explores the importance of traditional practices, such as the rosary and receiving Holy Communion on the tongue, and how these shape the Catholic faith experience. He also addresses questions about purgatory, discussing its biblical basis and its significance for Catholics. Plus, Patrick shares real-life stories from listeners about living out their beliefs, like finding priests for last rites and dealing with medical ethics in marriage.

 

• Terry (email) - According to a priest friend of mine, it used to be customary to pray the sorrowful mysteries on Sundays during Lent but is not required. (00:40)
• Gerard - Wife and I had a pretty heavy discussion about conceiving by age of 50. She is still open to life. She is worried about conceiving. Is there reason to abstain from sex after 50? (05:22)
• Teresa - Is there a priest that you could recommend in Surprise, Arizona? (14:10)
• Olivia (email) - I thought Holy Water could only be poured directly into the soil. Could you clarify how to dispose of Holy Water when necessary? (18:49)
• *Anna Marie - Where can we find Purgatory in the Bible? People are saying there is no word 'Purgatory' in the Bible? (20:27)
• *Mike - Is it improper to receive the host on the hand? (35:49)
• Kaylee – NFP: I recommend Marquette Method or Sensiplan (41:39)
• Rita - Purgatory question. How does plenary indulgence fit in with what you are saying? (43:59)