The Patrick Madrid Show: October 12, 2026 - Hour 2

Patrick chats with listeners of all ages about everything from technology choices for teens to heartfelt struggles with confession, faith, and family decisions. The episode features emotional testimonies of people rekindling their relationship with God, practical recommendations like Scott Hahn’s book on confession, and thoughtful Catholic teaching on topics such as Mary’s perpetual virginity, sacramentals like the brown scapular, and taking a stand for truth in difficult family situations. Lively stories and grateful moments intertwine with sincere encouragement for anyone longing for spiritual renewal or a path back to their faith.

• (00:00:08) Jacob asks about safe phones
• (00:01:51) Patrick discusses dumb phone options
• (00:04:00) Elizabeth's group struggles with confession
• (00:05:23) Book recommendations on confession
• (00:06:42) Urgent plea to return to confession
• (00:14:19) Maria shares testimony of faith
• (00:16:11) Catholic doctrine on Mary explained
• (00:24:27) Young altar server Walter's experiences
• (00:32:12) Sal asks about the brown scapular
• (00:39:26) Attending invalid weddings discussed
• (00:42:33) Powerful letter from a loving grandmother