Quest Log: A Party-Based Exploration of Gaming and Faith

When Christmas is over, the decorations are coming down, and the world feels a little heavier, what do we nerds do? WE GAME OF COURSE!  In this episode of Quest Log , Joseph, Rev. Tim, and Helene dive into the oddly perfect season of post-Christmas gaming , where classic JRPGs and deep stories meet long winter nights. The party spends time with legendary titles like Final Fantasy VI , as Joseph ex...

This episode, the Adventuring Party (Rev. Tim, Helene, and Joseph) welcomes a brand-new party member: Rabbi Ilan Emanuel of Temple Concord in Syracuse, NY! Together, they roll initiative and tackle a wide-ranging, delightfully nerdy conversation that spans TTRPG origin stories, mysticism in early Judaism and Christianity, the power of storytelling, and the surprisingly Jewish roots of comic book i...

Grab your pumpkin spice potions and settle in by the glow of the CRT screen—this episode of Quest Log is all about the magic of autumn gaming and the comforting pull of nostalgia. Joseph, Rev. Tim, and Helene dive into the concept of “retrostalgia” —that deep, cozy longing for the 80s and 90s era of gaming—and explore why fall is the perfect season to revisit old favorites. From the rustle of leav...

Sometimes the best way to level up is to take a break. In this episode of Quest Log , Rev. Tim, Helene, and Joseph reflect on the power of nostalgia and the gift of leisure—through the lens of the games we love. From Qix to Final Fantasy , they explore how video games can both relax and challenge us, spark joy and stress, and remind us of the stories and moments that shaped us. Along the way, the...

Bust out your buster cannon and grab your 20-sided dice—this episode of Quest Log is all about the joy of storytelling, character drama, and the deep nerdy feels that come from great games and great imagination. The Quest Log Party of Helene, Tim and Joseph go full party-chat mode as they debate the best Mega Man game (there’s no wrong answer... but there is a right one), reminisce about the surpr...

Not every hero’s journey is a boss fight—and sometimes, the most profound moments happen between turns. In this episode, Helene, Rev. Tim, and (apparently returning guest, not host? 🤣)  Joseph take a stroll through the slower side of gaming, with a special spotlight on the moody, atmospheric RPG Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 . Together, they explore the magic of turn-based systems, the surprisingly...

Ready your spell slots and crank up the existential dread—this episode gets weird in all the best ways. The Rev. Tim Hannon, Helene Hannon, and their lifelong friend Joseph Leake dive deep into the mystical realms of tabletop gaming, with a spotlight on the mind-bending world of Mage. From lost civilizations like Atlantis to cosmic-level mysteries, they explore how gaming lets us wrestle with the...

Grab your dice and party up—this episode of Quest Log is all about the magic that happens when gaming and community collide! Joseph, Tim, and Helene dive into their latest gaming adventures, from JRPG epics to the chaotic beauty of tabletop RPGs. But beyond just crit rolls and boss fights, they explore how gaming teaches us about trust, teamwork, and personal growth—lessons that hit just as hard i...

Get ready to hit continue on another epic episode of Quest Log! This time, your trusty party—Tim and Helene Hannon, along with Joseph Leake—embarks on a journey through nostalgia, gaming, unfinished stories, and the deeper meanings hidden in our favorite RPGs. 🔥 What’s on the quest board? 🔥 🎮 Dragon Quest & Beyond – What we’re playing and why these classic adventures still hold up. 👾 Nosta...

The Quest Log Beings! Rev. Tim Hannon, Helene Hannon, along with their friend Joseph Leake, explore the intersection of faith and gaming. They discuss their personal experiences with gaming, the role of imagination in faith, and how video games can serve as modern parables that convey deeper truths. The conversation highlights the importance of community, connection, and the healing power of gamin...

You find yourself sitting around a table. Your party: an Episcopal priest, a librarian, and an English teacher. Welcome, adventurers to Quest Log! Whether you roll dice on the tabletop or grind for XP, faith and gaming have more in common than you might think. Join Rev. Tim Hannon, Helene Hannon, and Joseph Leake as they embark on an epic quest to explore the life, community, and belief—all throug...