Coach's Corner 21: Hope – The Church’s Key to Renewal
June 3rd, 2025
13 mins 47 secs
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About this Episode
What if real cultural change is just 15% away—and we’re closer than we think?
In this Coach’s Corner, I’m diving into something that’s been really stirring in my heart: hope. Not the wishful-thinking kind, but the kind that’s born from repentance—a deep turning back to God with a holy fear of offending His love. When we do that, we make space for His grace to move, to renew, to restore. That’s where real hope comes alive.
I also talk about why I truly believe cultural change is possible—even now. Did you know it only takes about 15% of a group to shift the culture? That means if just a small part of our parish gets fired up for the Gospel and mission, it can spark something way bigger. I’ve seen it happen. And more importantly—God’s done it before.
I share stories, reflect on saints and past renewals, and talk about how a mission mindset, paired with corporate repentance, can set the stage for transformation. I end the episode with a prayer asking God to move in power again—because I really believe He’s not done with us yet.
If you’ve been feeling discouraged or wondering if your yes to God really matters, this one’s for you.
[00:35] Finding Real Hope for Your Mission
[02:38] Understanding the Concept of Hope
[03:54] Nurturing Expectation Through Stories of Saints
[05:04] The Tipping Point of Cultural Change
[06:27] Nurturing Holy Fear
[08:01] The Role of Repentance in Renewal
[10:53] The Great Commission and Jesus' Promise
[12:22] Closing Prayer and Final Thoughts
Also, check out The Tipping Point: How Little Things Can Make a Big Difference.
For more practical advice and experiences from real people sharing their mission with the world, go to https://equip.archomaha.org/podcast/.
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Editor: Taylor Schroll (ForteCatholic.com)