Patrick offers listeners heartfelt advice and practical counsel on real-life issues, from handling marital attraction and temptation at work to supporting those facing mental health difficulties and personal loss. He responds to questions about Catholic practices such as the tabernacle and confirmation names, addresses concerns about modesty at Mass, and helps those exploring or returning to the Catholic faith with compassion and clarity. Through thoughtful conversations, Patrick encourages listeners to seek hope, connection, and integrity in faith and everyday challenges, while bringing gentle humor and lasting encouragement along the way.

 

• Email – Been married for 13 years and just found myself attracted to a co-worker. Should I confess this? (00:47)
• Kathy – A woman behind me was very irritating. Weeks later, I found out that she has severe dementia. I learned not to judge how someone acts in Church. (08:41)
• Jim - Please explain the sacredness of the tabernacle and what is inside it? (11:28)
• Vianey - How can I manage mental illness? (15:05)
• Latasha - My heart goes out to Vianney and I’m praying for her healing. Thank you, Patrick, because you are so compassionate and gentle. (24:10)
• Sandy - I find myself in Church judging other women for their lack of modesty. Should I go to the priest and tell him it bothers me? Am I being a prude? (25:28)
• Ben - When I chose a confirmation saint, I wasn't very discerning, and I picked an archangel venerated in Eastern churches. Can I pray to this saint? (30:33)
• Chandler - I am an ex-Mormon. I’m trying to figure out how to learn about Catholicism. (35:13)
• Rob – I’m coming back to Catholicism. Do I have to get married again or can I have my marriage blessed? (44:04)

Originally aired on 5/22/25