Searchers of the Lost: orthodox-catholic podcast
Welcome to the Searchers of the Lost podcast! Search for the Lord with us in this orthodox catholic podcast
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As a searcher, I am convinced that there are so many fellow searchers out there who desire to dig deeper and search harder for the Lord (Matt.7:7), even as our mother did when Jesus was busy about the Father's buisness in the temple. My journey has been long, difficult, blessed, traversing various Protestant denominations, Orthodoxy and Catholicism, and I am positive it has not ended. Thus, this podcast is Christian, catholic, and orthodox, and everyone who loves these things should feel at home here. This priest and those I bring onto this podcast love Jesus and His Church, and our hope is to invite others into charitable and intelligent dialogue and debate, that one day we "may all be one" (John 17:21).
Remember when commenting: “In essentials, unity; in non-essentials, liberty; in all things, charity.”
― St. Augustine
Searchers of the Lost: orthodox-catholic podcast
Marriage vs Celibacy in the Priesthood w/ Fr Michael O'Loughlin and Fr Joel Barstad (SOTL ep 18)
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In this thought-provoking episode of Searchers of the Lost, Father Nathan Symeon sits down with Father Michael O’Loughlin and Father Joel Barstad to explore one of the most discussed and deeply personal topics in the Christian tradition: marriage versus celibacy in the priesthood. Together, they reflect on the historical roots of both callings, the theological and pastoral dimensions that shape each path, and the lived experiences of priests who have embraced either vocation.
The conversation moves beyond surface-level contrasts to consider how marriage and celibacy each reveal different aspects of Christ’s love for the Church. Drawing from Scripture, Church Fathers, and their own ministries, the guests illuminate the profound mystery of vocation, sacrifice, and spiritual fatherhood in a modern world often confused about commitment and love.
Whether you’re discerning a calling, curious about Orthodox or Catholic practice, or simply seeking a deeper understanding of the priestly life, this episode offers a rare and heartfelt window into how the Church holds both vocations in reverence.
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