Summary

Susan Windley-Daoust shares her faith journey and how she transitioned from academia to evangelization. She emphasizes the importance of discipleship and the need for parishes to focus on healing ministries and rethinking their approach to evangelization. She encourages parishes to pray and make a plan, recognizing the need for systematic formation and a clear vision for success. Susan also discusses the challenges of balancing internal and external evangelization and the importance of hope in parish renewal. In this conversation, Susan Windley-Daoust and Brian discuss the key building blocks for building an apostolically minded parish.

They explore four emerging models that parishes can use to plan around: radical hospitality and first proclamation, spiritual multiplication and small group model, organizational mission refocus model, and signs and wonders model. Susan emphasizes the importance of creating a space for welcoming the stranger and sharing the core message of the gospel. They also discuss the need for small groups and accountability in fostering growth in faith. Susan introduces her new project, the Mark 519 Project, which focuses on helping parishes become evangelizing communities.

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Takeaways

Discipleship is the key to successful evangelization.

Parishes need to focus on healing ministries and address the pain and hurt of individuals.

Prayer and planning are essential for parish renewal.

Parishes should have a systematic approach to formation and a clear vision for success.

Balancing internal and external evangelization is a challenge, but both are necessary.

Hope is crucial in parish renewal and overcoming the challenges of decline. Radical hospitality is about welcoming the stranger and sharing the core message of the gospel.

Small groups and accountability play a crucial role in fostering growth in faith.

Organizational mission refocus helps parishes structure their ministries towards the mission of evangelization.

Signs and wonders model focuses on sharing personal stories of God's mercy and power.

To build an apostolically minded parish, it is recommended to implement at least three of the four models discussed.

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In this episode of the Go and Make podcast, Brian Miller interviews Amy Eschelbach from the Office of Youth Ministry about the importance of evangelizing young people and how the whole parish can be involved in the process. They discuss the challenges faced by Gen Z, the need for systematic catechesis in youth ministry, and the impact of youth ministry on the lives of young people. They also highlight the importance of including young people in decision-making processes and providing financial support for youth ministry. The episode concludes with a prayer for the youth of the Church.

Keywords

youth ministry, evangelization, young people, Gen Z, systematic catechesis, parish involvement, decision-making, financial support

Sound Bites

"Youth ministry is a reciprocal relationship and a place for young people to feel welcomed."

"Youth ministry invests deeply in young people, helping them learn what it looks like to walk the faith and live the faith."

"Youth ministry creates pathways for young people to encounter Jesus and make their faith their own."

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In this conversation, Brian Miller interviews Jim Jansen, the author of the book 'A Clear Path: How to Make Missionary Disciples in Your Parish.' They discuss the concept of a clear path of discipleship and how it can help parishes effectively make and mature disciples. They also talk about the importance of conversion, clarity, and connection in building a missional parish. Jim Jansen shares his personal story of faith and how he became involved in evangelization. The conversation highlights the need for a coaching approach rather than a consulting model when working with parishes.

The conversation explores the importance of conversion and growth in ministry, and the need for a clear path to help make and mature disciples. It emphasizes the shift from focusing on mass attendance and numbers to the transformation of lives and the ability to equip individuals for their personal mission. The conversation also discusses the challenges and roadblocks in implementing a clear path, such as the need for a team and the importance of discernment and assessment. It concludes with practical advice for pastors and lay leaders who want to implement a clear path in their parish.

Keywords

clear path, discipleship, missional parish, conversion, clarity, connection, coaching, consulting, evangelization, conversion, growth, clear path, discipleship, ministry, mass attendance, transformation, equipping, challenges, roadblocks, team, discernment, assessment, practical advice

Takeaways

• A clear path of discipleship is a plan or framework for making and maturing disciples in a parish.
• A missional parish is one that is aware of its mission to make disciples and is attentive to its members as well as its neighborhood.
• The three key elements of a clear path are conversion, clarity, and connection.
• A coaching approach, where parish leaders are seen as the experts and are guided in self-discovery, is more effective than a consulting model.
• Every ministry in a parish, no matter how small, contributes to the mission of making disciples. Conversion and growth should be the focus of ministry, rather than simply mass attendance and numbers.
• A clear path is essential in helping make and mature disciples and equipping individuals for their personal mission.
• Building a team and conducting assessments are important steps in implementing a clear path.
• The desire for change and the vision for the parish should be strong enough to overcome the challenges and roadblocks.
• Practical advice for pastors and lay leaders includes taking time for personal discernment, building a team, and being patient and persistent in drawing others into the mission.

Sound Bites

• "A clear path of discipleship is like the highway, the main thing."
• "A missional parish is aware that it has been missioned, that it's a missionary outpost to its neighborhood."
• "Every little ministry in a parish is contributing to the larger mission of making disciples."
• "Conversion is the goal. Growth and maturity is the goal."
• "Engagement is not the goal. Like conversion is the goal."
• "A clear path gives you the opportunity to connect all the elements of evangelization."

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In this episode, Brian and Father Don discuss the topics of liturgy and evangelization. They explore the importance of understanding liturgy as a key component of the Catholic faith and how it relates to evangelization. They also touch on the role of the Mass in bringing people back to the Church and the significance of Eucharistic adoration. The conversation emphasizes the idea that the liturgy is a place of friendship with God and a communal experience that transforms individuals and the Church as a whole. The conversation explores the relationship between liturgy and evangelization. It emphasizes the importance of discipleship over consumerism and the need to approach liturgy with reverence and appreciation as a gift. The liturgy is described as something that is received and handed on, connecting us to thousands of years of history and tradition in the Church.

The conversation also highlights the diversity and beauty of different liturgical expressions and the role of liturgy in renewing every strata of humanity with the Gospel message. Practical steps for connecting liturgy and evangelization are discussed, such as recollecting before Mass, committing to Eucharistic adoration, reading the readings for Mass, and making room for Jesus in one's life.

Keywords

liturgy, evangelization, Mass, Eucharistic adoration, friendship with God, communal experience, transformation, liturgy, evangelization, discipleship, reverence, appreciation, gift, tradition, diversity, beauty, Eucharist, sacraments, renewal, grace, practical steps

Takeaways

• Liturgy is an essential aspect of the Catholic faith and plays a crucial role in evangelization.
• The Mass is a powerful tool for bringing people back to the Church and deepening their relationship with God.
• Eucharistic adoration is a valuable practice that can strengthen one's faith and connection with God.
• The liturgy is a place of friendship with God and a communal experience that transforms individuals and the Church as a whole. Discipleship is different from consumerism and involves approaching liturgy with reverence and appreciation.
• The liturgy is a gift that is received and handed on, connecting us to the history and tradition of the Church.
• Different liturgical expressions and diversity in the liturgy can help express the multifaceted and beautiful mystery of God's love.
• Liturgy is not optional and plays a crucial role in evangelization and the mission of the Church.
• Practical steps for connecting liturgy and evangelization include recollecting before Mass, committing to Eucharistic adoration, and making room for Jesus in one's life.

Sound Bites

• "Liturgy and evangelization: Understanding the connection"
• "The Mass is not just for beginners"
• "The impact of Eucharistic adoration on faith"
• "Discipleship is actually something different than endless scrolling and consumerism."
• "The liturgy is a gift that is received and handed on to us."
• "The liturgy allows for a great variety and difference depending on culture, time, and place."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Topic: Liturgy and Evangelization

09:57 The Power of the Mass in Bringing People Back to the Church

30:25 Liturgy: A Crucial Element in Evangelization

43:05 Practical Steps for Connecting Liturgy and Evangelization

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Father John Schneier shares his love story with Jesus and the Church, which began in his family and grew through his involvement in the parish. He emphasizes the importance of encountering Jesus and experiencing wonder and transcendence in the Catholic faith. He encourages Catholics to understand why they are Catholic and to embrace their role in evangelization. He reminds us that evangelization is not just the job of priests, but of every lay person as well.

Takeaways

• The love for Jesus and the Church often begins in the family and grows through involvement in the parish.
• Encountering Jesus and experiencing wonder and transcendence are key aspects of the Catholic faith.
• Understanding why we are Catholic and embracing our role in evangelization is important for every Catholic.
• Evangelization is not just the job of priests, but of every lay person as well.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

01:06 A Love Story with Jesus and the Church

14:02 The World is Not Enough

36:01 The Role of Lay People in Evangelization

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Marcel Lejeune, the founder of Catholic Missionary Disciples, discusses the importance of transformation and intentional discipleship in the Church. He shares the story of the transformation that took place at Texas A&M University's campus ministry and how it can be applied to parishes. Lejeune emphasizes the need for conversion and a shift in focus from programs and events to personal investment and relationships. He encourages leaders to discern what needs to be stopped in order to prioritize discipleship and offers practical advice for managing time constraints. In this conversation, Marcel LeJeune and Brian discuss the importance of prioritizing and infusing the missionary spirit into existing activities. They emphasize the need to question assumptions and transform ministry to align with God's vision. They also highlight the importance of building cultures of accountability and fostering communion and mission. Prayer and discernment are identified as foundational practices, and the role of prayer in fueling mission is emphasized. The conversation concludes with practical tips for parish transformation.

Takeaways

• Transformation and intentional discipleship are essential in the Church.
• The story of transformation at Texas A&M University's campus ministry can provide insights for parishes.
• Conversion and a focus on personal investment and relationships are key to discipleship.
• Leaders should discern what needs to be stopped in order to prioritize discipleship. Prioritize activities that align with God's vision and mission.
• Question assumptions and be open to change in ministry.
• Build cultures of accountability and foster communion and mission.
• Make prayer and discernment foundational practices in parish life.

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00:00 Introduction to Marcel Lejeune and Catholic Missionary Disciples

08:32 Transformation at Texas A&M University

09:02 The Need for Transformation in Parishes

20:56 The Difference Between Status Quo and Intentional Discipleship

26:20 Overcoming Time Constraints in Parish Leadership

27:50 The Importance of Prioritizing

28:41 Infusing the Missionary Spirit

30:32 Questioning Assumptions

31:08 Transforming Ministry

32:36 Openness to the Holy Spirit

33:09 Building Cultures of Accountability

34:07 Communion and Mission

35:09 Foundational Practices

36:06 Prayer and Discernment

37:29 Renewal and Evangelization

38:19 Prayer as the Source of Mission

39:17 Prayerful Discipleship

40:16 Fruitful Prayer

42:13 Taking Action

44:01 Communion and Mission

46:40 Real Renewal

48:43 Practical Tips for Transformation

Summary

Sister Mary Kathleen Ronan, a member of the Religious Sisters of Mercy, shares her faith story and discusses the role of the laity in the Church. She emphasizes the importance of understanding our identity as baptized Christians and our participation in the mission of Christ. Sister Mary Kathleen also highlights the significance of the Second Vatican Council in promoting the renewal and engagement of the laity. She encourages listeners to embrace their call to holiness and evangelization, approaching others with love and friendship. This conversation explores the importance of interactions with believers, the spiritual authority of pastors, the link between communion and mission, the temptation of individualism and pride, understanding vocation, discernment as a communal process, the call to evangelization, becoming what we are meant to be, the uniqueness of saints, living one's vocation in the world, the impact of lay people in their day-to-day lives, the importance of small acts of kindness, the role of lay people in evangelization, the need for communities of support and accountability, assessing a situation before speaking, the impact of small acts of kindness, the role of lay people in parish mergers, overcoming clericalism and taking responsibility, the unity of mission in the Church, practical tips for daily life, and maintaining a connection with God through prayer and the sacraments.

Takeaways

• Our baptism incorporates us into Christ and transforms us, giving us a share in the divine nature and a mission to participate in the work of salvation.
• The Second Vatican Council emphasized the role of the laity in the Church and called for a renewal of understanding and engagement.
• The Eucharist is both the source and summit of our faith, and it empowers us to go out into the world and bring others to Christ.
• Evangelization begins with building deep friendships and understanding the stories and wounds of others, allowing us to share the healing power of Christ. Interactions with believers can help individuals discover something in the depths of their soul that they have never given attention to.
• The spiritual authority of pastors is important in the work of evangelization, and it is necessary to be in communion with them for fruitful mission.
• Communion and mission are intricately linked, and deepening communion feeds mission and vice versa.
• Individualism and pride can hinder the work of evangelization, and humility is essential in being effective evangelists.
• Every baptized person has a vocation to evangelization, and living one's vocation well has an impact on the world.
• Lay people have a crucial role to play in evangelization, and their day-to-day lives provide opportunities to share the love of Christ.
• Small acts of kindness and attentiveness can have a profound impact on others and open doors for evangelization.
• Lay people should form communities of support and accountability to encourage and challenge one another in their mission.
• Assessing a situation before speaking and being attentive to the Holy Spirit's guidance is important in effective evangelization.
• Lay people have a unique role to play in parish mergers, welcoming others and contributing to the vibrancy and vitality of the community.
• Overcoming clericalism and taking responsibility for evangelization is essential for the renewal of the Church.
• Prayer, sacraments, and gratitude are important practices for maintaining a connection with God and living out one's vocation.

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In this episode, Brian interviews Lisa Cotter, a keynote speaker at the Catholic Women for Christ Conference. They discuss Lisa's faith journey, her books on dating and the feminine genius, and the importance of understanding and incorporating the feminine genius in parishes. Lisa emphasizes the unique person-oriented disposition of women and the need for trust and collaboration between men and women in ministry. She also highlights the importance of knowing and valuing each person's story and gifts in order to effectively evangelize. The episode concludes with a prayer for all parish ministers and listeners.

Takeaways

• Understanding and valuing the feminine genius is crucial for effective evangelization in the Church.
• Women have a unique person-oriented disposition and are naturally receptive and maternal.
• Collaboration and trust between men and women in ministry is essential for reaching hearts and effectively serving the Church.
• Knowing and valuing each person's story and gifts is key to effective evangelization and building relationships in parishes.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

3:06 Lisa's Faith Journey

8:03 Lisa's Books: Dating Detox and Reveal the Gift

31:15 Incorporating the Feminine Genius in Parishes

35:25 Closing Prayer

Keywords:

faith journey, feminine genius, Catholic Women for Christ Conference, dating, Reveal the Gift, collaboration, ministry, evangelization, parish, person-oriented disposition, trust, men and women, effective evangelization, relationships, prayer, keynote speaker, books, understanding, valuing, unique, maternal, story, gifts, Church,

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This conversation focuses on the importance of making disciples and aligning administration with the gospel. Brian and Fr. Martin discuss the need for a personal relationship with Jesus and the power of prayer in evangelization. They emphasize the unity of administration and mission and the importance of investing in others for the sake of the mission. The conversation also explores the balance between personal formation and mission, the role of small faith groups in discipleship, and the need for accountability and vulnerability in discipleship relationships. Fr. Martin offers practical tips for scheduling extended prayer time and sharing inspiration with others.

Takeaways

• Making disciples should be the main focus of the Church's mission.
• Administration should serve the mission of the Church, not be an end in itself.
• A personal relationship with Jesus is essential for effective evangelization.
• Prayer is the foundation of discipleship and should be prioritized.
• Small faith groups should be a means of fostering discipleship and mission.
• Discipleship requires investing in others and being willing to inconvenience oneself for the sake of the mission.
• Accountability and vulnerability are important in discipleship relationships.
• Discipleship should lead to mission and the multiplication of disciples.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Prayer

01:06 Focus on Making Disciples

02:58 Reorienting Structures for Mission

03:26 Importance of Personal Relationship with Jesus

04:24 Making Time for the Most Important Things

04:53 The Power of Prayer in Meetings and Cohorts

05:49 The Unity of Administration and Mission

06:47 Building Empathy and Understanding

07:45 The Importance of Prayer in Evangelization

08:42 Modeling What We Teach

09:41 Making Room for the Most Important Things

10:11 Investing in Others for the Sake of the Mission

11:07 The Importance of Prayer in Discipleship

12:03 Moving Beyond Moral Theology to Personal Encounter

13:00 Listening and Responding to Others

13:57 Avoiding Tribalism and Fostering Genuine Zeal for Souls

14:49 Recognizing Holiness in Different Forms

15:48 Small Faith Groups and Missionary Discipleship

18:36 Being Willing to Inconvenience Yourself for Others

19:29 Investing in Others for Their Sake

20:23 Becoming Reservoirs of Grace

21:48 Being Channels and Reservoirs of Grace

22:46 Empowering Small Groups to Start New Groups

24:36 Being Willing to Alter Your Schedule for Others

25:32 Sharing Inspiration and Holding Each Other Accountable

26:28 Inviting Others to Follow Jesus

27:26 Making Room for Personal Discipleship

28:21 Being Intentional and Accountable in Discipleship

30:39 Continuing to Learn and Grow in Discipleship

32:09 Practical Tips: Extended Prayer Time and Sharing Inspiration

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In this conversation, Brian and Pete discuss the importance of being filled with the Holy Spirit and the role of obedience in fruitfulness. They explore the influence of culture on obedience and the need for discernment in parish life. They also emphasize the importance of prayer in discernment and the danger of idolizing models and strategies. They discuss the need for communal discernment and the importance of celebrating success and mourning change. They highlight the importance of subjective measurements and the power of stories and anecdotes in shaping the culture of a parish. This conversation explores the connection between discipleship and generosity, the impact of discipleship on individuals, the importance of evangelization, and the fruit of evangelization. It also emphasizes the importance of sharing personal stories of transformation, balancing institutional and individual efforts, and provides practical tips for daily life. The conversation highlights the significance of solitude and silence in one's spiritual life, evangelizing through personal passions, and reaching out to those already in one's life. Finally, it encourages listeners to invite the Holy Spirit into their everyday lives.

Takeaways

• Being filled with the Holy Spirit is essential for fruitfulness in the Christian life.
• Obedience to God's will is crucial for experiencing the fullness of the Holy Spirit's power.
• Discernment is necessary in parish life to determine the charisms and mission of the community.
• Celebrating success and mourning change are important for fostering a healthy parish culture.
• Subjective measurements, such as personal testimonies, can provide valuable insights into the movement of the Holy Spirit. Discipleship leads to generosity and a willingness to invest in the Lord's work.
• Measuring the impact of discipleship goes beyond financial metrics and includes personal transformation and encounters with God.
• Evangelization is essential for the growth of the Church and should be approached with creativity and imagination.
• Sharing personal stories of transformation can inspire and motivate others to seek a relationship with God.
• Balancing institutional and individual efforts is necessary for effective evangelization.
• Practical tips for daily life include prioritizing solitude and silence, evangelizing through personal passions, and reaching out to those already in one's life.
• Inviting the Holy Spirit into everyday life empowers and guides individuals in their mission to make disciples.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

01:57 The Catholic Men for Christ Conference

02:28 Renewal Ministries and its Message

03:57 The Charismatic Renewal and its Influence

05:08 The Importance of Being Filled with the Holy Spirit

06:08 Obedience and Fruitfulness

08:04 The Radical Center of the Gospel

09:29 Takeaways from Galatians and the Fruits of the Spirit

10:29 Fruitfulness and the Christian Life

11:45 The Importance of Being Fruitful

13:08 The Role of Obedience in Fruitfulness

14:08 The Influence of Culture on Obedience

17:17 The Need for Discernment in Parish Life

19:17 Discerning the Charisms and Mission of the Parish

20:37 The Courage to Change and Adapt

23:08 The Importance of Prayer in Discernment

25:08 Differentiating Good Ideas from God Ideas

26:26 The Danger of Idolizing Models and Strategies

27:38 The Need for Communal Discernment

29:40 Celebrating Success and Mourning Change

32:57 The Importance of Subjective Measurements

35:08 What We Celebrate and Tolerate in the Parish

38:28 Measuring Leading Indicators and Key Markers

45:08 The Power of Stories and Anecdotes

46:08 The Connection Between Discipleship and Generosity

47:21 Measuring the Impact of Discipleship

48:26 The Importance of Evangelization

49:40 Seeing the Fruit of Evangelization

50:09 Sharing Personal Stories of Transformation

52:01 Balancing Institutional and Individual Efforts

53:08 Practical Tips for Daily Life

54:36 The Importance of Solitude and Silence

55:26 Evangelizing through Personal Passions

57:17 Reaching Out to Those Already in Your Life

58:17 Inviting the Holy Spirit into Everyday Life

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