The Patrick Madrid Show: April 23, 2025 - Hour 1

Patrick explores some of life’s biggest questions, like why a person should return to Christ, the meaning of life, and what truly happens after death. He also shares powerful stories of faith, courage, and choosing life, plus insights into how Catholics live and practice their beliefs. For anyone looking for hope or a sense of direction, Patrick reminds listeners that faith provides purpose and answers, even when things feel uncertain.   James (email) - Should I Come Back to Christ? (01:11) Mom With Cancer Refused Abortion to Save Her Unborn Baby Girl’s Life, 10 Years Later They’re Doing Great (11:22) Tom (email) - Since one of the requirements of gaining a plenary indulgence involves praying for the pope's intentions, what should we do in times such as these when we have no pope? (19:55) Mary (email) - Understanding that Cardinal Viganò was excommunicated (possibly unjustifiably) by Pope Francis, what would be the process to reinstate him by the next Pope?  Also, is it true that any baptized man is eligible to be Pope? (21:28) Patrick explains the Neo-Catechumenal Way (40:02) Barbara - At the Easter Vigil, I saw a young girl take the host to her pew. I told her she needed to receive it right away. Is that correct? (42:12) Bob - Can we get an indulgence since there is no pope right now? Or do we do the intention he announced at the beginning of the year? (47:41)