Patrick takes listeners through questions about the Trinity, sacramental grace, and how mercy intersects with Church rules, answering calls from both curious children and seasoned adults. He blends gratitude for support with real conversations about topics like mortal sin, confession, and the unique place of laypeople in faith life, weaving listener stories into the hour’s rhythm. The pledge drive pulses beneath it all, calling for generosity and reminding everyone why these discussions matter.

 

• Zoe (12-years-old) - I know that the Trinity is equal, but how come the Church calls God the Father and Jesus His son? In my family, the father has more authority than the son. (26:54)
• Tom – St. Theresa Doctor of the Church (15:03)
• Sawyer - Are we made in the image of God? What does this mean? I have heard we are a lifeless glove. Is this correct? (20:16)
• Ann (email) - I am not sure that when I married in the Catholic Church, if I might have had unconfessed mortal sin on my soul. Is my marriage invalid? (27:56)
• Gaby - I have just become an extraordinary minister of care. My friends are saying this should not be allowed. What does the Church say? (32:36)
• Mary (email) – What is mortal sin? (43:38)