Patrick takes questions that pour in about parish boundaries, tithing, and the freedom to choose a church home. He listens intently as callers open up about struggles with faith, sexuality, personal trauma, and trusting God, responding with a blend of practical insight and empathy. Conversations stretch from Catholic teaching on financial support to raw stories of overcoming abuse, from missionary life’s sacrifices to nuanced debates on the death penalty, with each moment steeped in authenticity and spiritual encouragement.

 

• Shelly - Are we obligated to join a parish that is within parish boundaries? (00:43)
• Jake - How does God feel about homosexuality? (06:28)
• Connie - It is great that young people go and serve as missionaries, however I don't think they consider how they have to fund themselves. (23:30)
• Mike - How is being against the death penalty and immigration not being prolife? (30:23)
• Scott - I have struggled with homosexuality. I was abused at 11 years old. I think your early experiences can also shape how you view things. (39:42)
• Patrick in Trenton, NJ - There is someone who comes in for Communion who drinks the entire chalice in one gulp. Is this an issue? (48:31)