The Patrick Madrid Show: October 03, 2023 - Hour 3

We discuss the complexities and outcomes of mixed marriages, as the host offers advice and personal anecdotes. Additionally, we share inspiring stories of individuals overcoming addiction through a powerful community and delve into the importance of seeking God's guidance in decision-making. Laura (email) – My now ex-husband promised to raise our kids Catholics, but he was not grounded in any faith and he told our kids that religion was just “pie in the sky”. Jamie - My 19-year-old has left the home several times and is dealing with some mental health issues and drugs, and no longer believes in God. What should we do? Rose Mary - My husband and I got married in the Catholic Church even though he was Methodist. My husband converted to the Catholic faith and he actually kept me in the Catholic Church. Natalie - My 19-year-old daughter is also smoking marijuana and is in a violent relationship with her boyfriend. How can I be loving to her? Patricia (email) – All of my 9 siblings married non-Catholics and not a single one of them is a Catholic any more. Steve - My sister, who fell away from the Catholic Church, received communion at Mass. She thinks that if she believes in the real presence, that’s good enough. She says that priests shouldn't be able to concentrate Jesus since they are sinners. How do I respond? Denise - I married a Catholic but didn't realize he didn't practice the faith. He no longer goes to Mass with me and there is a huge void and it hurts our marriage. Raquel - I just stumbled on this station. I was speaking with a priest at confession about my husband and I going to different Churches on Sundays. He said I couldn't take the Eucharist anymore. What should I do?