Show Notes
Patrick welcomes stories from callers—stories of single parents, faith rediscovered, the push and pull between ambition and motherhood, and shifting generational attitudes. Tradition finds its place across generations as callers discuss parish life, novenas, and the role of Mary, while Patrick listens, reflects, and offers encouragement. Moments of vulnerability and humor thread through the conversations, reminding listeners of the everyday beauty and challenge in family and faith.
Linda - I was able to stay at home with the kids and work, so I had the best of both worlds. It's good to be able to stay home with the kids. (00:31) Robert - I never got married or had kids, and now I’m too old for all that. What do I do now? (06:32) Sydney – I’m pregnant with my first baby. I have friends that want to work and those who stay at home. (10:45) Nicole – I’m a stay-at-home mom and God has helped us to pay the bills. Becoming Catholics has changed our priorities. (17:31) Jan – I was raised by stay-at-home mom and jealous of the kids with working moms because I thought they had it made, but I was wrong. (23:34) Joe - Without our blessed mother, we cannot find our way home. (25:50) Rosy - My husband and I had six kids. I stayed home and homeschooled and made it work. (29:51) Anna - Can you have more than one intention for a 54-rosary novena? Can you pray for yourself? (35:00) Cathy - Is beef or chicken broth okay on Friday’s during Lent? (36:22) Thomas - Who sins are forgiven in infant baptism? Was john the Baptist baptizing infants? (40:01) Carmelina (12-years-old) - What happens when someone goes to heaven? (44:40) Originally Aired on 02-16-2026 Hour 2
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