The Patrick Madrid Show: March 26, 2026 - Hour 1

Patrick answers calls from parents navigating tough Bible passages with young kids, shares advice on the actual end date of Lent, and recommends spiritual classics like The Way of the Pilgrim, tying it all back to daily Catholic life. Between practical answers and deep spiritual reflections, Patrick blends ordinary moments with big questions, keeping everything honest, thoughtful, and lively.   Carlos - If you have irritable bowel syndrome, can you be dispensed from fasting on Good Friday? (00:46) Ellen (email) - What's the big deal with going from Abram to Abraham? When does Lent end? (06:44) Sally (email) - Ever notice how anti-Catholic evangelicals still use our dates for Easter and Christmas? (11:03) Dan - Is there a place in the Bible that says we can physically feel the weight of prayers? (13:38) John - My daughter wants to learn more about the gruesome parts of the Bible. She is 5 years old. How can I go about this? (18:22) Ronnie - Why did God change Abram's name to Abraham? (23:01) Rick - The Way of The Pilgrim seems to be more of an Eastern Orthodox book. Can you recommend this for a Catholic? (37:36)