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How do the best communicators break free from their notes? It so often appears unscripted and effortless.  How do they do it?  

Today, in my conversation with Paul George we tackle this big question and many other of his convictions and strategies for effective communication.   

Paul has spent over a quarter century helping people discover the “art of living” through self-knowledge, a relationship with Jesus Christ, and finding true happiness. Throughout these years, he has served in various capacities, including: president of a non-profit, speaker, mentor, consultant, coach and author. And yet It’s his role as husband to Gretchen and father to his five kids that he cherishes the most. His book, Rethink Happiness, was released in May, 2018. And he holds an undergraduate degree in education and a master’s degree in Theological Studies from the University of Dallas.

Please connect with Paul at his website: paulgeorge.la

And be sure to check out his weekly podcast “The Paul George Show” wherever you listen to podcasts!

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How do you TRUST and FOLLOW the Holy Spirit as you are delivering talks? What work and prayer do you need to put in to make sure any un-planned pivots are led by the Spirit?

In my convo with Mark Hart, sometimes referred to as the Bible Geek, we talked in depth about this question and many other fascinating ideas, including his first BIG talk that didn’t turn out exactly as he had planned, his method for preparing talks to ensure that he is best able to follow the Spirit, and his spiritual practices to stay grounded as one of the most trusted communicators in the Church today.

Mark Hart is a best-selling author, Catholic radio personality and highly sought after speaker. He proudly serves as the Chief Innovation Officer of Life Teen International. Mark and his wife, Melanie, have four children and live in Phoenix, Arizona.

Here’s a link to his many articles written for LifeTeen.com

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If you are speaking to Catholic audiences you don’t want to just to pass on correct information, you want to make a deep impact.  But how exactly do you do that?   And are you willing to stay humble and attentive enough to hear the Holy Spirit, over months, maybe even years to allow a specific message - for the Church - to emerge in your life? 

Well, this was the transformational idea that I talked with Dan DeMatte about today.  From his very first talk to his fellow 8th graders to co-founding one of the fastest growing youth and young adult ministry movements in the country, Damascus, he has been a steward of powerful messages for thousands each year. 

He is the author of Catholic bestseller, Holiness Revolution, with the Dynamic Catholic Institute. And recently released a new book called Dream Bigger! He is the co-host of Beyond Damascus, a podcast and radio program carried across the EWTN Global Catholic Radio Network And he lives in Ohio with his wife, Amber, and their four children.

Link to Theme Song for the first retreat he lead as an 8th grader, Michael W. Smith’s “My Place in this World.”

Here’s the link to the talk called “Dream Bigger” that we discussed: Dream Bigger by Dan DeMatte

A link to Damascus Ministry

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1. How crucial is it that the message you are sharing into a microphone matches up with who you are without a microphone? 

2. What are the challenges and superpowers for Catholic speakers who are introverts? 

3. Is it possible to redeem procrastination once and for all? 

In my conversation with Sarah Kaczmarek, we cover each of these questions and more!

Sarah has served in ministry for the last 18 years and strongly desires to see all of God’s children walk in wholeness and holiness.  She is currently the Director of Pastoral Ministry at Encounter Ministries. 

Sarah holds an MA in Counseling and is currently completing a certificate in Spiritual Direction. She loves teaching and speaking about the heart of the Father, the wholeness He desires for us, and the power of the Holy Spirit to transform lives.

Here’s the link to her “Power and Purpose Talk” at Franciscan University of Steubenville. 

Click here to get Sarah’s Speaking Notes for the “Power and Purpose Talk” above. 

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Some questions for you!

1. What role should scripture play when we are speaking to Catholic audiences? 

2. How do you develop a talk that matches well with your experience and knowledge and also meets the precise expectations of the group that hired you?

3. What value really is there to listen back or re-watch talks you’ve already given?

4. And finally, when are people ‘most eloquent’? Stick around to the end -  I think the answer might surprise you. 

Well today we are going to tackle each of these questions and more as I sit down with Pete Burak; a leader in the Church, particularly, in reaching and forming young adult disciples.   

Pete Burak is the Vice-President of Renewal Ministries and the Director of their young adult outreach called id. He is a 2010 graduate of Franciscan University of Steubenville, and has a Master’s Degree in Theology from Sacred Heart Major Seminary in Detroit, Michigan. 

Pete is also a frequent speaker, writer, tv show host, and podcaster on discipleship and evangelization, as well as a member of the USCCB Young Adult Advisory Committee. He and his wife Cait have 5 beautiful children.

Connect with Pete at: 

Renewal Ministries

And check out @peteburak on Instagram or Facebook and @pburak10 on Twitter. 

Here is the link to the talk Pete referenced from ASCEND 22: What’s at Stake. 

Here’s a link to the “Speaking Notes” Pete used during the ASCEND 21 Talk. 

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Some questions for you!

1. Have you ever been afraid of speaking in public?  
2. What about being hesitant to tell people what you really want in life - for fear that they might turn you away?  
3. Have you wanted to grow as a communicator, but not really sure, practically, what to work on?  
4. Have you wanted to grow in authenticity as a communicator and deeply connect with your audience?  

Well today we are going to tackle each of these questions and more as I sit down with Nick Redd.  A man who lives on purpose.  

He currently serves with SPO as the Regional Director of Mission as well as the Young Adult Mission Director in Kansas City

Nick is passionate about equipping the Body of Christ to walk in the power of the Holy Spirit through understanding their identity a​nd​ authority as baptized Christians   He lives in KC, MO with his lovely wife Theresa, and 2 year old daughter, Perpetua (Tua) Joy, and 8 month old Judith (Etty) Esther.  

Here’s the link to the talk on “Hope” that we discussed: ASCEND 21 Exhortation

And the link to download the “Notes” for that talk: Speaking Notes for ASCEND 21 Exhortation

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Have you ever tried to explain a difficult concept to a group of people and failed? It makes so much sense to you, but you can’t quite bridge the understanding gap between you and your audience, What do you do?

You might also wonder - does it really matter? Does this particular teaching really make a difference in people’s lives?

Today I am speaking with Katrina J. Zeno, MTS, who has been speaking and teaching on St. John Paul II's "Theology of the Body" for over 25 years in the USA and internationally.

And she’s going to hit those questions head on - how do we make difficult concepts, simple and ‘what’s at stake’, particularly with St John Paul II’s Theology of the Body.

Katrina is the founding coordinator of the St. John Paul II Resource Center for Theology of the Body and Culture for the Diocese of Phoenix, Arizona, a position she held for 14 years. Katrina has authored three books, including Discovering the Feminine Genius and The Body Reveals God, and a blog entitled, “TOB Tuesdays,” posted on her website. Katrina received her Masters of Theological Studies (MTS) from the Pontifical John Paul II Institute in Washington, D. C., in 2014 and her BA in Theology from Franciscan University of Steubenville a few decades ago. Her dynamic speaking style and ability to make complicated concepts simple appeal make her an expert educator and trainer.

To connect with Katrina Zeno online, check out katrinazeno.com

Here’s the link for her talk: “Living in the Trinity”

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Today I am speaking to Kyle Heimann. He is a creative, thoughtful, talented and innovative leader in the Church today AND a darn good communicator.

In this podcast you will learn five really helpful things:

1. The advice he would give himself as a new speaker
2. How to win the attention war
3. The critical importance of starting and ending well
4. Helping people change JUST ONE THING as the result of a talk
5. His process for praying for and preparing a new talk.

And a few fun facts about Kyle Heimann

+ He speaks and plays ukulele at, mostly, youth events, often with Dan Harms as the duo, "Popple."

+ He and his wife have 4 kids. He likes condiments, plays the kazoo, and is a bad dancer.

+ And He is currently the Chief Mission Officer for Spoke Street Media, with a passion for promoting podcasts. Check them out spokestreet.com.

To connect with Kyle check out his website.

And here’s the link to the Steubenville Conference talk we discussed, Restored in Jesus Christ, as well as a PDF of his “speaker notes”.

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Today I am speaking with Fr Craig Vasek, a Priest of the Diocese of Crookston, MN who for the last four years has been serving at the University of Mary, in Bismarck, ND as a Chaplain of Athletics and member of the teaching faculty. 

He has a Licentiate in Sacred Theology from the Pontifical University of St Thomas Aquinas in Rome, as well as a Masters in Psychology from Divine Mercy University in Arlington, VA. 

Throughout his priesthood Father Vasek has worked extensively as a retreat director for the Missionaries of Charity of Saint Teresa of Calcutta in Europe, Asia, Africa, and North America and just this year he was chosen as one of 50 priests nationwide as a "National Eucharistic Preacher" for the upcoming Eucharistic Revival sponsored by the USCCB. 

You will soon find out if you don’t already know that he is a man on a mission, filled with the love of Jesus and the joy and the power of the Holy Spirit.  

Are you ready? Buckle up, because by the end of this show you will learn: 

1. The critical connection between preaching and personal testimony,

2. The unique place where Fr Vasek learned a love for sacred scripture and a fervor for preaching. 

3. The difference between “giving a talk” and “preaching”. and why it’s crucial that all of our talks, preach.  

4. Fr. Vasek’s step by step process of preparing a talk or homily. 

5. How humility guides Fr Vasek to connect his speaking to a wide range and diversity of people.

Here’s a PDF of sample Speaker Notes from Fr Craig Vasek.

For more information about the Better Preach Podcast visit: www.ryanohara.org/betterpreach

Better Preach is a proud member of Spoke Street, a Catholic Podcast Network that amplifies the voice of the Creator by fostering content that invites.

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In this inaugural episode of Better Preach I am speaking with Ennie Hickman, one of the most respected and sought after ministry leaders in America. 

His raw and honest communication, a passion for following Jesus, and his simple and ancient approach to Christian living has impacted tens of thousands over the last two decades. 

He and his wife, Cana, have eight children. And after ten years leading of Adore Ministries, they founded Del Rey Collective in 2019.  

In this podcast you’ll learn: 

How speaking flows out of one’s relationship with God. 

Why Ennie prioritizes ministry to family, friends, and neighbors over speaking on stages. 

The irreplaceable importance of living life, off-stage, with integrity; that the words on stage and life off-stage need to match. 

His step by step process of developing a new talk. 

His unique take on the popular advice for speakers to “know your audience. “

To connect with Ennie Hickman check out enniehickman.com and delreycollective.com

For more information about the Better Preach Podcast visit: www.ryanohara.org/betterpreach

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