The Quest

The Quest - A Pilgrimage of Faith New Episodes each weekday at 4 pm CT /5 pm ET. You can listen to the program LIVE on the Guadalupe Radio Network and on Facebook, Rumble, X, Instagram, or YouTube. Hosts: Msgr. Charles Pope, Fr Samuel Medley, and Fr Cedric Pisegna Alongside: Madigan Maere Producer: Matt Maloney For questions or comments, you can email thequest@grnonline.com.

The Quest: St. Joseph and Manhood 05/01/2026

The Quest: The Gift of the Performing Arts 04/30/2026

The Quest: No Sin too Great 04/27/2026

The Quest: A is for Acceptance 04/24/2026

The Quest: A Battlefield of the Mind 04/23/2026

The Quest: Living in Resurrection Joy! 04/21/2026

The Quest: Living in Resurrection Joy! How do we actually practice joy for 50 days straight? In this radiant Easter episode of The Quest, host Bailey Garland is joined by Fr. Sam Medley, SOLT to talk about the absolute necessity of living in Resurrection joy! Did you know that the Church gives us 50 days of feasting to celebrate Easter, compared to only 40 days of fasting for Lent? Fr. Sam explains why true, authentic Christian joy is actually harder work than sorrow, and shares an unbelievable true story about the night he invited a prostitute, a pimp, and a transvestite to a midnight Easter feast in the Philippines! Plus, discover a simple, life-changing morning routine to help you embrace the joy of the Risen Christ in your own home. 🔍 WHAT IS THIS EPISODE ABOUT? The Discipline of Joy Why is the Easter season 50 days long? Fr. Sam explains that celebration is what cements the graces we receive from repentance. Discover why true Christian joy isn't about ignoring the sorrows of the world, but rather rooting your heart in the ultimate victory of Jesus Christ. A Midnight Easter Feast Fr. Sam shares a mind-blowing, real-life story from his time as a missionary in the Philippines! Discover what happened when the Holy Spirit prompted him to walk outside at midnight on Easter Sunday and invite three unlikely strangers into the rectory to share a meal and the "Alleluia" of the Resurrection. The Road to Emmaus & The Eucharist How does Jesus make Himself known to us today? Diving into the story of the Road to Emmaus, Fr. Sam breaks down the profound Eucharistic formula of being "Blessed, Broken, and Shared," and how Jesus meets us exactly where we are. Our Lady's Resurrection Joy Did Jesus appear to His Blessed Mother first after the Resurrection? Fr. Sam shares the mystical tradition of the Church and describes a breathtaking Filipino Easter tradition where children dressed as angels remove a black veil of mourning from a statue of Mary to reveal her white veil of joy! ⏳ KEY MOMENTS (TIMESTAMPS) Click the time to jump to that topic! 00:00 - Intro: A midnight Easter feast in the Philippines 00:41 - Why the Church gives us 50 Days of Feasting 04:42 - How to have authentic joy in the midst of deep sorrow 08:09 - The true meaning of the word "Joy" in Scripture 12:57 - A simple morning routine to transform your daily life 15:53 - How to build a joyful "Domestic Church" at home 22:35 - Fr. Sam shares the full story of his midnight Easter feast 27:23 - The Road to Emmaus: Blessed, Broken, and Shared 30:14 - Did Jesus appear to Mary first? (A beautiful Filipino tradition) 33:17 - Why Jesus asked Mary Magdalene: "Why are you weeping?" 38:45 - The connection between the Resurrection and Divine Mercy 39:53 - A final blessing of joy and healing from Fr. Sam Medley 🎙️ ABOUT THE GUEST Fr. Sam Medley, SOLT is a priest with the Society of Our Lady of the Most Holy Trinity and a regular spiritual contributor on the Guadalupe Radio Network. 🔗 LINKS & RESOURCES The Guadalupe Radio Network: https://www.grnonline.com Listen to GRN Podcasts: https://www.grnonline.com/listen/grn-podcast-library Find a GRN Event Near You: 🙏 SUPPORT CATHOLIC MEDIA Guardians of GRN: Help us continue broadcasting the truth of the Gospel and sharing the joy of the Resurrection! Become a sustaining member of the family today: 👇 What is your favorite way to celebrate the 50 days of the Easter season? Let us know in the comments! #TheQuest #CatholicFaith #EasterJoy #FrSamMedley #Resurrection #CatholicRadio #GRN #EWTN #RoadToEmmaus #DivineMercy #CatholicPodcast #Alleluia /episode/index/show/thequest/id/40957260

The Quest: Jesus, HELP ME to trust in You! 04/20/2026

The Quest: Feed Them Yourselves: Jesus' Call to Step Up 04/17/2026

The Quest: OPEN FORUM! 04/15/2026

The Quest: Sailing with the Spirit of God 04/15/2026

The Quest: Priests In Crisis 04/13/2026

The Quest: Divine Mercy Sunday 04/10/2026

The Quest: Finding God in Nature 04/09/2026

The Quest: How to Choose Joy 04/08/2026

The Quest: What Will Heaven Be Like? 04/08/2026

The Quest: Preparing for the Passion of Christ 04/02/2026

The Quest: Did Jesus Judge Judas? 04/01/2026

The Quest: Taking Back What the Devil Stole From Me 03/31/2026

The Quest: Holy Week Hype! 03/30/2026

The Quest: Stations of the Cross 03/20/2026

The Quest: Friendship & Faith 03/19/2026

The Quest: Reclaiming Masculinity 03/18/2026

The Quest: Patience, Perseverance & Practice Make Perfect! 03/17/2026

The Quest Who is the leader of your home? 03/17/2026

The Quest Who is the leader of your home? In a culture that often views authority as a "power struggle," the Catholic Church offers a radical and peaceful alternative. As we enter the week of the Feast of St. Joseph, Bailey Garland and host Msgr. Charles Pope explore God’s original design for headship in marriage and the family. What does it actually mean for a husband to be the "head" of the household? Msgr. Pope breaks down the physical analogy of the head and body, explains why authority is strictly for service, and highlights the silent, powerful leadership of St. Joseph. Join us for a deep dive into the biblical roles of men and women that lead to true flourishing in the domestic church! 🔍 WHAT IS THIS EPISODE ABOUT? The Need for Headship Msgr. Pope uses a physical and athletic analogy to explain why every "body" needs one head. Without a "referee" or a coordinator, a family becomes a battle of wills. Learn why headship is about coordinating and providing, not lording power over others. Authority as Service Jesus is the ultimate model of authority. Msgr. Pope explains that in the Christian tradition, authority is exercised among equals in dignity. He breaks down the "hierarchy of service," where the one in charge is actually the one called to give their life as a ransom for the rest. The Model of St. Joseph St. Joseph never speaks a word in Scripture, but his actions define authentic fatherhood. From putting his vocation before his career during the flight to Egypt to protecting his family from physical and spiritual dangers, Joseph provides a perfect "blueprint" for modern men to lead with firm, quiet strength. ⏳ KEY MOMENTS (TIMESTAMPS) Click the time to jump to that topic! [00:00] - Intro: Who is the leader of your home? [04:34] - Headship in the household: The biblical context of today's Gospel [06:40] - The physical analogy: Why every "body" needs a head [16:36] - Christian Authority vs. Worldly Power: Authority is for service [21:40] - Wives be subordinate & husbands love your wives: Unpacking Ephesians 5 [32:00] - Using authority charitably: Reflection on Qualqui’s YouTube comment [33:43] - Peter’s Question: How to build a daily habit of reading the Bible [37:42] - Suzanne’s Story: Celebrating a father who led with benevolent headship [43:00] - The "Zoomer" Generation: A turning back to traditional family life? [49:05] - St. Joseph: The silent man of action and his vocation over career [52:01] - Joseph as "Tecton": Was he a carpenter or a master builder? 🎙️ ABOUT THE GUEST Msgr. Charles Pope is a dynamic Catholic priest, author, and speaker based in Washington, D.C. He is a regular guest host on The Quest, known for his deep biblical insights, knowledge of ancient languages, and pastoral wisdom. 🔗 LINKS & RESOURCES The Quest Podcast Library: https://www.grnonline.com/listen/grn-... USCCB Daily Readings: https://www.usccb.org/bible/readings France Pilgrimage with the GRN: https://www.grnonline.com/events/sein... 🙏 SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS St. Joseph Partners: Protect your investments with physical gold and precious metals. https://sjp.stjosephpartners.com/grn Guardians of GRN: Become a sustaining member of the family! https://www.grnonline.com/guardians 👇 What is one quality of St. Joseph that you try to model in your own home? Let us know in the comments! #TheQuest #CatholicFaith #MsgrCharlesPope #StJoseph #CatholicFamily #BiblicalHeadship #CatholicMarriage #CatholicRadio #GRN #Fatherhood #DomesticChurch 📍 The Quest LIVE weekdays at 4 PM CT / 5 PM ET 📞 Call in: 877-757-9424 🌐 More at GRNonline.com 📲 Listen on GRN Radio App | 🎧 Download the podcast on Spotify & Apple Subscribe for more episodes with faithful Catholic voices on faith, morals, and culture. /episode/index/show/thequest/id/40518970

The Quest: The Greatest Commandments 03/13/2026

The Quest: Is your house divided? 03/12/2026

The Quest: Return to God 03/12/2026

The Quest: Return to God Does God want your feelings, or does He want your mind? 🧠❤️‍🔥 During Lent, we constantly hear the phrase: "Return to me with your whole heart." But what does that actually mean? In our modern world, we tend to associate the "heart" with pure emotion and feelings, but the ancient biblical understanding is completely different! In this episode of The Quest, Bailey Garland and host Msgr. Charles Pope unpack the fascinating biblical anthropology of the heart, the mind, and the will. Join us as we explore the spiritual battlefield of our thoughts, the story of the Samaritan woman at the well, and practical steps for washing your mind with the Word of God. 🔍 WHAT IS THIS EPISODE ABOUT? The Biblical Heart vs. Modern Feelings Msgr. Pope explains why the ancients viewed the heart as the center of thought, deliberation, and decision-making (while feelings were actually associated with the gut!). Learn why giving God your "whole heart" really means surrendering your intellect and your will. The Battlefield of the Mind “Sow a thought, reap a deed. Sow a deed, reap a habit. Sow a habit, reap a character...” Msgr. Pope breaks down the psychology of the spiritual life, explaining how our thoughts directly produce our feelings. If you want peace, you have to stop soaking your mind in the "dirty water" of the secular world and start washing it with Scripture. The Woman at the Well & Infinite Longing Do you ever feel a deep, restless longing inside, even when you are practicing your faith? Msgr. Pope uses the story of Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well to explain why God doesn't just "zap" our pain away instantly, but instead initiates a deep, gradual healing process to prepare us for Heaven. ⏳ KEY MOMENTS (TIMESTAMPS) Click the time to jump to that topic! [00:00] - Intro: What does it mean to return to God? [03:31] - The ancient biblical meaning of the heart and mind [16:37] - How our thoughts produce our feelings (Spiritual psychology) [21:47] - The "Dirty Sponge" analogy: Why you must wash your mind with Scripture [32:40] - Caller Maria: How to encourage children & grandchildren to return to the Church [38:37] - The Woman at the Well and our "infinite longing" for God [50:03] - Sow a thought, reap a destiny: The battleground of the mind 🎙️ ABOUT THE GUEST Msgr. Charles Pope is a dynamic Catholic priest, author, and speaker based in Washington, D.C. He is a regular guest host on The Quest, known for his deep biblical insights, knowledge of ancient languages, and pastoral wisdom. 🔗 LINKS & RESOURCES The Quest Podcast Library: https://www.grnonline.com/listen/grn-podcast-library France Pilgrimage with the GRN: https://www.grnonline.com/events/seine-river-cruise 🙏 SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS St. Joseph Partners: Protect your investments with physical gold and precious metals. https://sjp.stjosephpartners.com/grn Guardians of GRN: Become a sustaining member of the family! https://www.grnonline.com/guardians 👇 What is your favorite book of the Bible to read when you need to refocus your thoughts? Let us know in the comments! #TheQuest #CatholicFaith #MsgrCharlesPope #BibleStudy #SpiritualWarfare #CatholicRadio #GRN #Lent #Scripture #SamaritanWoman #ChristianPsychology /episode/index/show/thequest/id/40416560

The Quest: Twisted Theology 03/11/2026

The Quest: Engaging the New Generation in the Catholic Faith 03/09/2026

The Quest: You Reap What You Sow 03/03/2026

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