The Patrick Madrid Show: June 23, 2025 - Hour 2

Patrick explores the roots and meaning of the Sign of the Cross, revealing why Catholics mark themselves and why Protestants usually don't, blending biblical references with practical suggestions like a book from St. Francis de Sales. Listener stories come alive—an ethical work dilemma at Target, the sensitive challenge of dating after hardship, and unexpected questions about crucifixes versus resurrected Christ statues—all met with Patrick’s straightforward counsel and warmth.

 

• Ellen - When I pray with non-Catholic Christians and I make Sign of the Cross, why don’t they make it too? (02:11)
• Nadine - I work at Target and part of my job is unlocking contraceptives for customer. I feel bad about this. (08:21)
• Alyson - After we received the Eucharist, we kneeled down and prayed. When it was time for the priest to sit down, I had a vision. What does this mean? (12:47)
• Mary - Crucifix and Sign of Cross: Why do some Catholic Churches have a resurrected Christ? (26:00)
• Patrick in Trenton, NJ - I am divorced, and kids and ex-wire are away from Church. She is dating and I am not. (31:12)
• Len (email) – I’m 44, a combat veteran, and I just went on a 3-day priestly discernment retreat. It was emotional… (39:32)
• Steven - Two books you recommended changed my life! (46:47)