Patrick handles questions about the validity of sacraments post-schism and provides spiritual support for those incarcerated. His discussions highlight the power of prayer and faith, showing the impact of Relevant Radio's outreach, now reaching over 1,100 correctional facilities. A notable listener, Allison, shares how her life transformed through faith and the support of Relevant Radio.

• Elva (email) - I would like to share the Lenten lesson and other resources to Spanish speakers, is this available? (1:52)
• Yvonne (email) - Should I take my special needs daughter out of school or group home 45 min away to go to Mass on holy days of obligation? (2:36)
• Kathleen (email) - I have been recently troubled by the negative financial & moral revelations concerning some Catholic Charities. Can you advise/direct me to identifying some trustworthy Catholic Charities? (7:29) 
• Allie (email) – Sometimes you come off as pompous (11:19)
• Velica (email) - May I get a suggestion for a Bible for teens that you recommend? (13:21)
• Cyrus shares a letter from a prison inmate: Since the East has separated from the West and no longer looks to or follows the Pope, but rather have their own “Patriarch,” how can we still view their sacraments as being valid? (15:39)
• Relevant Radio Partners with Edovo Platform to Serve Those in Prison (23:29)
• Alyson - Who wouldn’t want to support Relevant Radio? Relevant covers all the bases and helps people and you have given us light at the end of tunnel (37:47)

Patrick explores compelling insights on conditional baptism and confession, examining a unique case of a Lutheran baptism's validity and the importance of confession before receiving Holy Communion. He also discusses the value of evangelizing and the impact of guiding family members back to faith. Patrick offers solutions and encouragement in approaching these spiritual and sacramental complexities. Tune in, stay inspired, and strengthen your faith journey with Patrick's unpredictable and enriching conversations.

• Susan - Regarding conditional baptism and confession: if someone is baptized a Lutheran as baby and converts to Catholicism but can’t prove Baptism, do they have to go to Confession to get their sacraments? (0:43)
• Nancy - Does a “dedication” count as Baptism? (12:21)
• Kay – I want my granddaughter baptized. The parents are not practicing their faith but still want her to receive her First Communion. (20:19)
• Alvia - Should I say that I am glad that my great-niece is baptized as a Lutheran, given that my niece never chose a religion and was not baptized (27:05)
• Owen Burns: a 13-yr old hero from Michigan, who saved his 8-yr sister from being kidnapped with a slingshot (35:00)
• Citi just announced its ending its DEI goals and policies (40:47)
• Mike - What does it mean to be a chosen one? St. Faustina mentions it a lot. (41:59)
• Thomas – What’s a good way to evangelize Protestants who are more self-help types? (45:16)

Patrick celebrates the heroic act of a young boy defending his sister with a slingshot and discusses current moral and societal issues like gun control and immigration. He highlights the wonder of the Ignatius Study Bible and its impact on faith. Plus, hear from callers sharing their thoughts and questions, and explore the solace found in sacred music through the Relevant Radio app.

• Syl (X) - You applauded the young boy who shot the would-be attacker who thwarted the kidnapping of his little sister. How is this different from the father who's trying to save his family from the Nazis knocking at their door and wanting to take them away? (00:31)
• Bobby – The Ignatius Bible you recommended is easy to read and it has great footnotes. (06:02)
• Addison - Do you think that Nazi twitter comment was related to immigration? (10:43)
• Statement of Bishop Burbidge on President Trump’s In Vitro Fertilization Executive Order (15:22)
• Health and Human Services releases a statement confirming human life begins at conception
• Michael - There was a movie called Spencer's Mountain with Henry Fonda that inspired The Walton’s (22:53)
• Maximillian (email) - What President Trump is doing regarding IVF isn't worth us getting all upset about (24:40)
• Liz – My book study in church mentions God's name in vain. (29:38)
• Julie - I really love the Sacred music app on Relevant Radio! Can I use it during Confession? (44:19)
• Mary – The priest at my parish has 1st assignment that keeps his eyes closed and head down while lay people are doing the readings.

Patrick gets into a topic that often flies under the radar in pro-life conversations, In Vitro Fertilization (IVF), and why, as a pro-life community, we can’t afford to stay silent about it.

Check out more conversation about this important issue.

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Here’s the gist:

Why IVF Is a Moral Minefield

Countless embryos (aka tiny human lives) are lost during the IVF process: whether through selective discarding, freezing indefinitely, or being outright destroyed.

IVF turns the miracle of life into a “lab experiment”, separating conception from the loving marital act God designed it for.

Even in the “best case” IVF scenarios (like creating only one embryo and implanting it), Patrick says it’s still morally wrong because the whole process bypasses God’s plan for life.

Babies on Ice & the Commodification Problem

IVF often results in multiple embryos, leaving some frozen indefinitely, discarded, or used based on “desirable traits” (eye color, gender, etc.).

Patrick compares it to treating children like accessories: “Oh, I want a boy with blue eyes”: making human dignity more like consumer preference.

Being Fully Pro-Life Means All Life

Many in the pro-life camp focus primarily on abortion (which is vital), but Patrick emphasizes:

Pro-life isn’t just about stopping abortion; it’s about defending life at every stage.

IVF destroys embryos; that’s human life too. Ignoring that reality is being dishonest.

A Loving, Yet Firm Call to Action

Patrick isn’t anti-child; he treasures every life, including those conceived through IVF. But loving these children doesn’t mean endorsing the method that brought them into existence.

He challenges listeners:

💬 “If you call yourself pro-life, you can’t pick and choose which unborn lives to defend. There’s no asterisk in God’s book.”

Speak up, even if it’s uncomfortable. Whether it’s a Facebook post, a chat with friends, or simply staying informed, don’t stay silent.

Bottom Line:

Being pro-life means defending life from the very start, even when that life begins in a petri dish. Patrick’s plea? Stay consistent. Stay courageous. And don’t let the culture water down what it means to be truly pro-life. 

Patrick explores thought-provoking discussions on the morals of IVF, the complexity of pro-life issues, and the truth about in vitro fertilization. He examines the moral considerations behind IVF treatments, the sanctity of human life, and the Catholic perspective on family planning.

• Alexandra 11-years-old (email) – How did humankind go on if Adam and Eve only had sons? (0:43)
• Cyrus and Patrick marvel at the advanced ages (one person over 360 years old) in the social security database (4:36)
• Maria – I feel Trump betrayed Catholics in regard to IVF (13:26)
• Patrick comments more on IVF (15:43)
• Audio: IVF: Man says he always wanted a boy (34:42)
• Audio: Young woman reflects on being an adult IVF baby with a younger sister who is actually her twin (38:32)
• Patrick shares the story about an IVF baby that is technically only 2 years younger than the mother (41:42)
• James –IVF who have potential of surviving vs those deemed not worthy of survival (42:55)
• Jay – I was invited to a birthday party at a masonic lodge hall. (49:01)

Patrick addresses complex life issues from a moral and ethical standpoint. He explores the Catholic perspective on challenging topics like ectopic pregnancies and the implications of IVF, highlighting the need for deeply rooted pro-life values. Conversations with listeners reveal the tension between personal beliefs and political stances, specifically the criticism surrounding recent executive orders. Patrick emphasizes the necessity for open discourse on controversial issues while maintaining pro-life integrity. He discusses the vital ethical matters of today, encouraging informed choices grounded in faith and conscience.

• Anna - What would be the Catholic Church's look on having surgery for ectopic pregnancy? (1:17)
• Karen - I can understand why the girl in the audio from the first hour would want to implant an embryo. She is validating the personhood of those embryos (3:13)
• Candace - Impregnating herself with her mother’s frozen twins? Isn’t that a form of incest? (8:14)
• George - What do you think you are accomplishing by pointing out that President Trump is imperfect candidate (9:54)
• Mariah - I am a big supporter of Trump. I appreciate the platform but still agree IVF is abortion. In Trump's mind, maybe he sees IVF as prolife? (23:19)
• Raul – Donald Trump has become their God (30:29)
• Christina - George just thinks we need to act as if Trump is a Saint. I think there is more good which is why he is elected but we must discuss negatives too (33:02)
• Cheryl (email) - I voted for Donald Trump and am very glad I did, but I am extremely bothered by the direction things are moving on the IVF issue within the conservative party. (36:39)
• Philomena (email) - What are the health problems that are causing women to be infertile? (38:18)
• Gwen (email) - Many people have no idea what is involved in IVF (39:17)
• Mike - George doesn’t want to go back to the way things were before Trump. (42:23)
• Louise - My husband and I are both physicians. Many don't know of the evils of IVF. (46:56)

Patrick explores a lively debate around in vitro fertilization (IVF), sparked by a recent executive order supporting it. He addresses moral objections from a Catholic viewpoint, focusing on ethical concerns over embryo selection and discarding. Callers share personal experiences, from dealing with infertility to lessons learned through faith, highlighting the weight of ethical decisions.

• Lee (email) – I voted for Trump but I disagree with his stance on IVF (04:20)
• Richard – Trump said he has been chosen by God. (04:49)
• Nancy - I am 65 and did in-vitro in 1984. I had no idea this was sin. I just confessed this and am back in the Church. (11:05)
• Jennifer (email) - In adoption, couples are highly vetted before they are allowed to parent a child. With IVF, we open the doors for people to "purchase" a baby. There is no vetting of "parents". (18:18)
• Sam - My daughter ended up using IVF. Her husband was treated because of condition found out because of IVF. Trump loves children. We are not producing enough children. (19:35)
• Chris – We should look to the Catholics surrounding Trump. Those are the people that we should correct, not the President. (21:54)
• Robert – I’m reading the St. Ignatius Study Bible. Is Uzzah’s death in 2nd Samuel God's way of warning us to respect Mary? (24:19)
• Theresa – Those who oppose abortion will not speak up about IVF because so many family members are involved. (27:27)
• Cyrus shares emails that have come in over the last hour about IVF (33:16)
• Maria - I struggle with infertility. People always bring up my example as why to use IVF, but I disagree. (41:32)
• Mary Anne - Life is precious.
• Mary - NAPRO Technology is more successful than IVF. (48:04)

Patrick counsels a caller whose friend is transgender and what the friend should do.  He also has a discussion with a Hollywood composer who’s conflicted about working in that industry while living out a  Catholic faith.

Emmy-Friend is transgender – and what could I do? (1:07)

Josh-I am struggling with the culture of Hollywood which I work in (21:05)

Philip-Can the Knights of Columbus drive people to Mass? (30:13)

Carol-The Evangelical expansion in Brazil and Catholic Churches shutting down. Why is this happening there? What are your thoughts? (43:05)

Website Recommendation for those who regret their sex change: https://sexchangeregret.com/

Book Recommendation, “Trans: When Ideology Meets Reality”: https://oneworld-publications.com/work/trans/

Book Recommendation: “When Harry Became Sally”: https://www.encounterbooks.com/books/when-harry-became-sally-responding-to-the-transgender-moment/

Book Recommendation: “Irreversible Damage: The Transgender Craze Seducing Our Daughters” https://www.regnery.com/9781684512287/irreversible-damage/

Book Recommendation: “Enthusiasm:  A Chapter in the History of Religion”: https://undpress.nd.edu/9780268009328/enthusiasm/

Patrick gives advice to a caller about giving away blessed rosaries and if that’s okay. He also explains to a caller what the Cursillo movement is, and also shares a good Catholic Study Bible. 

Pat- When we say the Our Father at Mass we were told that we couldn't have our hands up like the priest does. Why is that? (1:08)

Brian- Have you heard of Two and a Half Man? the child on the show as he grew up spoke out against the show while he was on it saying that it wasn't good for people. (6:43)

George- I think the Catholic Church is dying in Brazil because of modern biblical criticism happening in seminaries. (13:11)

Lori- I had an interesting encounter with a Jehovah Witness who recoiled when I gave him a rosary. AND is it okay to give away blessed rosaries? (19:03)

Jeff- Cursillo Movement: What do you think about it? (27:09)

Patrick shares an email from a listener that gave birth while listening to the Patrick Madrid Show (35:06)

Matt: What is a good study bible for me to buy? (37:23)

Deacon Dave: On Monday you were talking about why we pray to certain saints. I was told that the Catholic Church was the originators of support groups. The Saints have gone through similar things which they can relate to with us. (39:21)

Andy: Asks about priests not giving adequate penance for sins confessed  (43:40)

Book Recommendation:  “Politicizing the Bible”: https://www.amazon.com/Politicizing-Bible-Historical-Criticism-Secularization/dp/0824599039

Bible Study Recommendation, Ignatius Catholic Study Bible: https://stpaulcenter.com/bible/?srsltid=AfmBOop0aJJ-0uRPYQ3NVSrbOYy8SoEZlXhYfWxFgu9QgQlIVTZemIkd

Patrick engages with a caller who’s sister is getting married without an annulment and gives advice on what to do as a sister.  He also explains how we know Mary didn’t have other children.  He counsels a caller on how to debate someone regarding social justice.

Adam- He is the rector for the upcoming Cursillo event and shared his story about the change his life went after going to a Cursillo including helping helping him find Relevant Radio. (0:48)

Elizabeth- I am a recent convert and am wondering how we know Mary didn't have any other children? The bible makes it sound like she had other children (6:29)

Cindy- My sister recently got remarried without annulling her first marriage. She said that the God I believe in and the God she believes in are different. How do I respond? (19:12)

Ben- What are our duties to state as opposed to social justice? (33:09)

John- Revelations by Saint Malachi that Pope Francis will be the Last pope and then the end of the world will happen. Is that true? (39:41)

Jasmine- Acts 3:12 how can i respond to a friend who says they only need Jesus and not the catholic church? (45:19)

Reyna- Catholic vs Christian How should we react when someone sues that phrasing? allow it or correct it? (49:05)

Book Recommendation: “Behold your Mother”:  https://shop.catholic.com/behold-your-mother-a-biblical-and-historical-defense-of-the-marian-doctrines/?srsltid=AfmBOoovVTHuJjcQGO_wdIJhcsFT71HfxhtPahZQ9_5M7ghs8leJ9Wb3