In this episode of Arroyo Grande, MercyMe frontman Bart Millard - voice behind I Can Only Imagine - reveals the truth about success: it doesn’t fix what’s broken.

At the height of his fame, Millard was battling depression, family struggles, and his son’s diabetes diagnosis. He shares how hitting rock bottom - and the song Even If - helped pull him back.

From the real story behind I Can Only Imagine to the pressures of life on the road, Millard opens up about pain, faith, and the tension between public success and private suffering.

A raw, honest conversation about endurance, healing, and holding on - even when life doesn’t go as planned.

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In this episode of Arroyo Grande, MercyMe frontman Bart Millard - voice behind I Can Only Imagine - reveals the truth about success: it doesn&rsquo;t fix what&rsquo;s broken.
At the height of his fame, Millard was battling depression, family struggles, and his son&rsquo;s diabetes diagnosis. He shares how hitting rock bottom - and the song Even If - helped pull him back.
From the real story behind I Can Only Imagine to the pressures of life on the road, Millard opens up about pain, faith, and the tension between public success and private suffering.
A raw, honest conversation about endurance, healing, and holding on - even when life doesn&rsquo;t go as planned.
👉 Subscribe to&nbsp;Arroyo Grande&nbsp;for in-depth conversations on culture, faith, art, and meaning.
Support the show: raymondarroyo.com

Raymond Arroyo, host of Arroyo Grande navigates and analyzes the culture with insight, satire, and style.  The New York Times Best Selling author, award-winning producer, chart topping vocalist and broadcaster wades deep into the manners, lifestyle trends, people, faith, and art of the moment-- celebrating the best, while lampooning the rest.  During his surprising conversations with celebrities, thought leaders and culture-makers, you’ll discover life lessons, practical advice, and inspiring examples to live by. This fun, entertaining and unifying show helps listeners transform their lives into a broad, thriving Arroyo Grande.  Each episode bursts its banks- and wait until you hear “How It Ends…”

Raymond Arroyo, host of Arroyo Grande navigates and analyzes the culture with insight, satire, and style.&nbsp; The New York Times Best Selling author, award-winning producer, chart topping vocalist and broadcaster wades deep into the manners, lifestyle trends, people, faith, and art of the moment-- celebrating the best, while lampooning the rest.&nbsp; During his surprising conversations with celebrities, thought leaders and culture-makers, you&rsquo;ll discover life lessons, practical advice, and inspiring examples to live by. This fun, entertaining and unifying show helps listeners transform their lives into a broad, thriving Arroyo Grande.&nbsp; Each episode bursts its banks- and wait until you hear &ldquo;How It Ends&hellip;&rdquo;

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MercyMe’s Bart Millard: Success, Struggle, and I Can Only Imagine 2

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This Holy Week edition of The Prayerful Posse dives into the global surge in Catholic converts—and why so many young people are returning to the Church. Raymond Arroyo, Father Gerald Murray, and Robert Royal explore the cultural forces behind this revival and whether the Church can sustain it.

The Posse also unpacks major developments under Pope Leo, including Vatican appointments, liturgical shifts, and ongoing debates over tradition, the Latin Mass, and the future of Catholic identity.

Plus, a look at rising persecution of Christians, Holy Week restrictions in Jerusalem, and key moral debates on war and immigration shaping the Church today.

In the “ray of light” segment, they highlight renewed interest in confession and the growing impact of Catholic media worldwide.

Stay the course. Follow the light.

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This Holy Week edition of The Prayerful Posse dives into the global surge in Catholic converts&mdash;and why so many young people are returning to the Church. Raymond Arroyo, Father Gerald Murray, and Robert Royal explore the cultural forces behind this revival and whether the Church can sustain it.
The Posse also unpacks major developments under Pope Leo, including Vatican appointments, liturgical shifts, and ongoing debates over tradition, the Latin Mass, and the future of Catholic identity.
Plus, a look at rising persecution of Christians, Holy Week restrictions in Jerusalem, and key moral debates on war and immigration shaping the Church today.
In the &ldquo;ray of light&rdquo; segment, they highlight renewed interest in confession and the growing impact of Catholic media worldwide.
Stay the course. Follow the light.
👉 Subscribe to&nbsp;Arroyo Grande&nbsp;for in-depth conversations on culture, faith, art, and meaning.
Support the show: raymondarroyo.com

Prayerful Posse: What’s Driving the Easter Convert Surge?

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The Prayerful Posse dives into major developments in the Church, starting with newly surfaced photos of Pope Leo XIV and questions about Pachamama—was it inculturation or a serious misstep? Father Gerald Murray and Robert Royal break down the theological stakes.

The discussion then turns to Amoris Laetitia and a looming global bishops’ meeting that could shape the future of Communion, marriage, and Church teaching—raising real concerns for priests and the faithful.

Also: African bishops firmly reject polygamy, exorcists warn of rising occult activity, and calls grow for stronger spiritual defense. Plus, questions around Vatican transparency, the Latin Mass, and signs of hope with Fulton Sheen and Father Flanagan.

From controversy to clarity, the Posse tackles it all.

👉 Subscribe to Arroyo Grande for in-depth conversations on culture, faith, art, and meaning.

Support the show: raymondarroyo.com

The Prayerful Posse dives into major developments in the Church, starting with newly surfaced photos of Pope Leo XIV and questions about Pachamama&mdash;was it inculturation or a serious misstep? Father Gerald Murray and Robert Royal break down the theological stakes.
The discussion then turns to Amoris Laetitia and a looming global bishops&rsquo; meeting that could shape the future of Communion, marriage, and Church teaching&mdash;raising real concerns for priests and the faithful.
Also: African bishops firmly reject polygamy, exorcists warn of rising occult activity, and calls grow for stronger spiritual defense. Plus, questions around Vatican transparency, the Latin Mass, and signs of hope with Fulton Sheen and Father Flanagan.
From controversy to clarity, the Posse tackles it all.
👉 Subscribe to&nbsp;Arroyo Grande&nbsp;for in-depth conversations on culture, faith, art, and meaning.
Support the show: raymondarroyo.com

Prayerful Posse: Pope Leo & Pachamama and The Latin Mass "Inclusion"

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The world knew Mother Angelica as a media powerhouse - but her final 15 years were spent in silence, suffering, and total surrender.

In this unforgettable episode of Arroyo Grande, Raymond Arroyo shares the story few have heard: the hidden mission of the woman behind EWTN. Confined after a stroke, unable to communicate freely, Mother Angelica’s greatest work may have just begun.

From moments of humor to profound spiritual insight, this episode reveals how she embraced suffering, offered it for others, and continued to shape countless lives from a monastery room.

If you think you know her story - you don’t. 

👉 Subscribe to Arroyo Grande for in-depth conversations on culture, faith, art, and meaning.

Support the show: raymondarroyo.com

The world knew Mother Angelica as a media powerhouse - but her final 15 years were spent in silence, suffering, and total surrender.
In this unforgettable episode of Arroyo Grande, Raymond Arroyo shares the story few have heard: the hidden mission of the woman behind EWTN. Confined after a stroke, unable to communicate freely, Mother Angelica&rsquo;s greatest work may have just begun.
From moments of humor to profound spiritual insight, this episode reveals how she embraced suffering, offered it for others, and continued to shape countless lives from a monastery room.
If you think you know her story - you don&rsquo;t.&nbsp;
👉 Subscribe to&nbsp;Arroyo Grande&nbsp;for in-depth conversations on culture, faith, art, and meaning.
Support the show: raymondarroyo.com

The Passion of Mother Angelica

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MercyMe’s Bart Millard: Success, Struggle, and I Can Only Imagine 2

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