Patrick takes a wave of listener questions, from the struggles of family rifts and parish frustrations to the innocence of a nine-year-old asking why God doesn't destroy the devil. Questions about marriage, priesthood, open caskets at funerals, and what to do when you can't kneel at Mass ricochet through the hour, each met with stories, honesty, and direct answers. Compassion, wit, and honesty steer intense moments and gentle guidance through real Catholic living.

 

• Patrick continues his conversation with Rod from the end of the last hour. Rod is asking, “Why did Jesus choose disciples who were already married when he could have asked single men instead” (00:33)
• Margaret - We have a new priest who has been here for two years. I don't like the way he is changing things. (09:26)
• Jacob (9-years-old) - Why doesn't God just kill the devil? (19:03)
• E-Frank - If a pastor is deviating from the Gospel, who could you go to talk to about this? (25:47)
• Richard (email) – Attacks Patrick and his show and calls it “Complete utter nonsense counseling” (28:05)
• Helene – Is it okay if a person who is Catholic has their funeral at a Presbyterian Church? (32:29)
• Anna - I didn't want to go to work but I went anyway. I ended up helping someone there and it was a gift from God. (40:03)
• Vincent - People behind me were kneeling and sitting back at inappropriate times during Mass. What can I do? (43:08)
• Dominic - What is a best practice for a Catholic to do during a moment of silence in public? (44:29)
• Mary - I wanted to comment on your thoughts about the separation of family because of belittling. Other people are going through this and just keep your peace and know that God will help you get through. (45:53)