The Patrick Madrid Show: March 05, 2024 - Hour 1

Patrick delves into the heart of Christian teaching, tackling tough questions about hell's existence, addressing misconceptions about the devil's power, and exploring the profound mystery of Christ's suffering shared by the faithful. Patrick cuts through confusion around Pope Francis' comments, underscores the unshakable truth of God's dominion, and shares personal battles with sobriety and temptation, revealing the power of prayer in our darkest moments. Annetta (email) – My fiancé might be cheating on me and I don’t know what to do. Christopher (email) – Where do Catholics get the concept of offering up our pains and sufferings with that of Christ’s sufferings? Jim - Did Jesus go to hell to preach to the souls there? And does that tie into Peter 1 3:19? (21:16) Joe - People think that God and the devil are equal, but they aren't. Joe - If you can't get to confession but you want to take communion, is there anything you can do to take communion even if you are in a state of sin? (37:38) Allan (email) – My father wants his ashes to be spread. Can I attend the ceremony? Anna – Are bells allowed to be used at the mass during lent? (42:49) Are you supposed to sit or stand when the host is transferred to the tabernacle?