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Episode 198: The Key to More Vocations: Creating Safe Spaces for Faith to Flourish
*Why isn’t “promoting vocations” enough to help young people discover God’s call? *
Because so many can’t even hear Him right now. Their faith feels distant, the noise of the world is loud, and what they crave most isn’t another program—it’s a real encounter with Jesus and people who truly care.
In this episode, I talk with Fr. Scott Schilmoeller, Vocations Director for the Archdiocese of Omaha, about what it takes to awaken a generation to God’s voice. We don’t need to push vocations—we need to till the soil: to build trust, community, and spaces where faith can take root again. If your heart breaks for the young Church and you long to see them come alive in their calling, this episode is for you.
[01:05] Father Scott Schilmoeller's Background and Personal Story
[05:41] Discovering a Vocation: College Experiences and Spiritual Growth
[08:42] The Role of Community and Family in Faith
[14:55] Understanding Vocations: Lowercase and Uppercase V
[18:28] Challenges in Vocational Discernment
[21:46] Addressing the Vocations Crisis
[23:33] Discerning Your Vocation
[24:24] Community and Evangelization
[25:15] Youth Groups and Initiatives
[28:30] Engaging Young Kids
[30:06] Middle School and High School Faith
[32:10] Supporting Vocational Discernment
[34:11] Practical Steps for Leaders
[39:47] Encouraging Vocations
[42:41] Final Thoughts and Resources
Check out OmahaVocations.org!
For more practical advice and experiences from real people sharing their mission with the world, go to https://equip.archomaha.org/podcast/.
A Production of the Archdiocese of Omaha
Editor: Taylor Schroll (ForteCatholic.com)
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*Why isn’t “promoting vocations” enough to help young people discover God’s call? *
Because so many can’t even hear Him right now. Their faith feels distant, the noise of the world is loud, and what they crave most isn’t another program—it’s a real encounter with Jesus and people who truly care.
In this episode, I talk with Fr. Scott Schilmoeller, Vocations Director for the Archdiocese of Omaha, about what it takes to awaken a generation to God’s voice. We don’t need to push vocations—we need to till the soil: to build trust, community, and spaces where faith can take root again. If your heart breaks for the young Church and you long to see them come alive in their calling, this episode is for you.
[01:05] Father Scott Schilmoeller's Background and Personal Story
[05:41] Discovering a Vocation: College Experiences and Spiritual Growth
[08:42] The Role of Community and Family in Faith
[14:55] Understanding Vocations: Lowercase and Uppercase V
[18:28] Challenges in Vocational Discernment
[21:46] Addressing the Vocations Crisis
[23:33] Discerning Your Vocation
[24:24] Community and Evangelization
[25:15] Youth Groups and Initiatives
[28:30] Engaging Young Kids
[30:06] Middle School and High School Faith
[32:10] Supporting Vocational Discernment
[34:11] Practical Steps for Leaders
[39:47] Encouraging Vocations
[42:41] Final Thoughts and Resources
Check out OmahaVocations.org!
For more practical advice and experiences from real people sharing their mission with the world, go to https://equip.archomaha.org/podcast/.
A Production of the Archdiocese of Omaha
Editor: Taylor Schroll (ForteCatholic.com)
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