app02 Wed, 01 Jul 2026 09:58:00 +0000 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) The EquipCast - Episodes Tagged with “Abortion Dialogue Academy” https://archomahaequip.fireside.fm/tags/abortion%20dialogue%20academy Tue, 23 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0600 The EquipCast is your weekly playbook for practical evangelization and parish ministry tools. Hosted by Jim Jansen and powered by Everyday Evangelization, this show is built for diocesan directors, parish leaders, and everyday Catholics who are ready to stop the programmatic noise, break through the grind, and build a clear path to discipleship that actually changes lives. We’ve been talking about the New Evangelization for thirty years, yet church renewal often feels like an endless cycle of empty activity while generations continue to lose their faith. If you are tired of managing decline and spinning your wheels in the messy middle of ministry, you don’t have to carry the weight alone. Every week, we break the default of "doing more" to deliver honest conversations and real stories from people who are finally seeing their faith communities thrive. Hit subscribe, head over to EverydayEvangelization.org to grab your free tools, and discover how to leave your ministry better than you found it. en-us episodic Practical Evangelization & Parish Ministry Tools for Catholic Leaders Jim Jansen | Everyday Evangelization & Parish Ministry Tools The EquipCast is your weekly playbook for practical evangelization and parish ministry tools. Hosted by Jim Jansen and powered by Everyday Evangelization, this show is built for diocesan directors, parish leaders, and everyday Catholics who are ready to stop the programmatic noise, break through the grind, and build a clear path to discipleship that actually changes lives. We’ve been talking about the New Evangelization for thirty years, yet church renewal often feels like an endless cycle of empty activity while generations continue to lose their faith. If you are tired of managing decline and spinning your wheels in the messy middle of ministry, you don’t have to carry the weight alone. Every week, we break the default of "doing more" to deliver honest conversations and real stories from people who are finally seeing their faith communities thrive. Hit subscribe, head over to EverydayEvangelization.org to grab your free tools, and discover how to leave your ministry better than you found it. no parish ministry tools, practical evangelization, church renewal, parish renewal, Clear Path to Discipleship, how to share your faith, Catholic discipleship framework, New Evangelization resources, parish leadership training, diocesan directors, parish leaders, Catholic pastors, priest ministry tools, everyday Catholics, Catholic ministry podcast, managing church decline, ministry burnout, how to make disciples, evangelization strategies, Everyday Evangelization, Jim Jansen Jim Jansen | Everyday Evangelization & Parish Ministry Tools whitney.a.bradley@gmail.com Episode 135: Transformative Conversations: How to Fostering Empathy and Understanding with the Abortion Dialogue Academy https://archomahaequip.fireside.fm/135 99dc0002-0f54-4ba1-bbaf-4270861679be Tue, 23 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0600 Jim Jansen | Everyday Evangelization & Parish Ministry Tools 135 Transformative Conversations: How to Fostering Empathy and Understanding with the Abortion Dialogue Academy full Jim Jansen | Everyday Evangelization & Parish Ministry Tools Have you ever found yourself in the middle of a heated conversation and wondered how it even got there? Or maybe you've hesitated to bring up a sensitive topic, fearing it could spiral into an emotional rollercoaster? In our latest episode, we explore powerful insights on transforming controversial discussions into opportunities for understanding and connection. I had the pleasure of chatting with Katherine Burow, Executive Director of the Abortion Dialogue Academy, and she shared powerful insights on fostering empathy, finding common ground, and approaching conversations with the most charitable interpretation of others' perspectives. Katherine shares valuable strategies for effective communication, drawing inspiration from the teachings of Jesus and the mission of the Academy. Whether you're interested in pro-life advocacy or simply improving your communication skills, this conversation provides practical tips to approach challenging dialogues with understanding and compassion. 43:14 no <p>Have you ever found yourself in the middle of a heated conversation and wondered how it even got there? Or maybe you've hesitated to bring up a sensitive topic, fearing it could spiral into an emotional rollercoaster? In our latest episode, we explore powerful insights on transforming controversial discussions into opportunities for understanding and connection.</p> <p>I had the pleasure of chatting with Katherine Burow, Executive Director of the Abortion Dialogue Academy, and she shared powerful insights on fostering empathy, finding common ground, and approaching conversations with the most charitable interpretation of others' perspectives. Katherine shares valuable strategies for effective communication, drawing inspiration from the teachings of Jesus and the mission of the Academy. Whether you're interested in pro-life advocacy or simply improving your communication skills, this conversation provides practical tips to approach challenging dialogues with understanding and compassion.</p> <p>Here's a sneak peek into what you'll learn in this episode:</p> <ul> <li>The importance of approaching conversations with empathy and understanding.</li> <li>Strategies for maintaining calm and de-escalating potentially heated discussions.</li> <li>Insights on studying and comprehending the other side to engage in more informed debates.</li> <li>Transformative examples of how being genuine and a bit awkward can make you a more effective communicator.</li> </ul> <p>Tune in now to discover how you can navigate difficult conversations with grace and create meaningful connections.</p> <p>Click for more information on the <a href="https://www.abortiondialogueacademy.org/scholarship/" rel="nofollow noopener">Abortion Dialogue Academy</a> and their scholarship program. To book a speaker, email <a href="mailto:info@abortiondialogueacademy.org" rel="nofollow noopener">info@abortiondialogueacademy.org</a>.</p> <p>For more practical advice and experiences from real people sharing their mission with the world, go to <a href="https://equip.archomaha.org/podcast/" rel="nofollow noopener">https://equip.archomaha.org/podcast/</a>. </p> <p>A Production of the Archdiocese of Omaha<br> Editor: Taylor Schroll (ForteCatholic.com) </p> Difficult Conversations, Empathy in Communication, Effective Communication Strategies, Pro-Life Advocacy, Understanding Others' Perspectives, Compassionate Dialogue, Transformative Conversations, Navigating Heated Discussions, Communication Skills, Building Meaningful Connections Have you ever found yourself in the middle of a heated conversation and wondered how it even got there? Or maybe you've hesitated to bring up a sensitive topic, fearing it could spiral into an emotional rollercoaster? In our latest episode, we explore powerful insights on transforming controversial discussions into opportunities for understanding and connection.

I had the pleasure of chatting with Katherine Burow, Executive Director of the Abortion Dialogue Academy, and she shared powerful insights on fostering empathy, finding common ground, and approaching conversations with the most charitable interpretation of others' perspectives. Katherine shares valuable strategies for effective communication, drawing inspiration from the teachings of Jesus and the mission of the Academy. Whether you're interested in pro-life advocacy or simply improving your communication skills, this conversation provides practical tips to approach challenging dialogues with understanding and compassion.

Here's a sneak peek into what you'll learn in this episode:

  • The importance of approaching conversations with empathy and understanding.
  • Strategies for maintaining calm and de-escalating potentially heated discussions.
  • Insights on studying and comprehending the other side to engage in more informed debates.
  • Transformative examples of how being genuine and a bit awkward can make you a more effective communicator.

Tune in now to discover how you can navigate difficult conversations with grace and create meaningful connections.

Click for more information on the Abortion Dialogue Academy and their scholarship program. To book a speaker, email info@abortiondialogueacademy.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)

]]> Have you ever found yourself in the middle of a heated conversation and wondered how it even got there? Or maybe you've hesitated to bring up a sensitive topic, fearing it could spiral into an emotional rollercoaster? In our latest episode, we explore powerful insights on transforming controversial discussions into opportunities for understanding and connection.

I had the pleasure of chatting with Katherine Burow, Executive Director of the Abortion Dialogue Academy, and she shared powerful insights on fostering empathy, finding common ground, and approaching conversations with the most charitable interpretation of others' perspectives. Katherine shares valuable strategies for effective communication, drawing inspiration from the teachings of Jesus and the mission of the Academy. Whether you're interested in pro-life advocacy or simply improving your communication skills, this conversation provides practical tips to approach challenging dialogues with understanding and compassion.

Here's a sneak peek into what you'll learn in this episode:

  • The importance of approaching conversations with empathy and understanding.
  • Strategies for maintaining calm and de-escalating potentially heated discussions.
  • Insights on studying and comprehending the other side to engage in more informed debates.
  • Transformative examples of how being genuine and a bit awkward can make you a more effective communicator.

Tune in now to discover how you can navigate difficult conversations with grace and create meaningful connections.

Click for more information on the Abortion Dialogue Academy and their scholarship program. To book a speaker, email info@abortiondialogueacademy.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)

]]> Episode 91: How to Talk About Abortion https://archomahaequip.fireside.fm/91 9db5c180-d506-442f-b896-5edb335e4e36 Tue, 28 Jun 2022 06:00:00 -0500 Jim Jansen | Everyday Evangelization & Parish Ministry Tools 91 How to Talk About Abortion full Jim Jansen | Everyday Evangelization & Parish Ministry Tools The end to abortion is here! ...Legally...at the federal level. While we should celebrate a major victory in the fight against abortion, the work has really just begun. If we want to end abortion, not just make it illegal, then we have to change minds and hearts. Today's guest, Katherine Burow, tells us "A lot of people are pro-choice because they've never heard a compelling secular argument." Katherines work as the Executive Director of the Abortion Dialogue Academy is to end abortion by changing the culture. They spend much of their time on Nebraska college campuses changing hearts on the topic of abortion through the use of a 7 minute argument. She shares some of her wisdom with us today. 46:24 no <p>The end to abortion is here! ...Legally...at the federal level.</p> <p>While we should celebrate a major victory in the fight against abortion, the work has really just begun. If we want to end abortion, not just make it illegal, then we have to change minds and hearts. Today's guest, Katherine Burow, tells us "A lot of people are pro-choice because they've never heard a compelling secular argument."</p> <p>Katherines work as the Executive Director of the <a href="https://www.abortiondialogueacademy.org/" rel="nofollow noopener">Abortion Dialogue Academy</a> is to end abortion by changing the culture. They spend much of their time on Nebraska college campuses changing hearts on the topic of abortion through the use of a 7 minute argument.</p> <p>She shares some of her wisdom with us today.</p> <p>Want to hear more from Katherine? Check out her podcast <a href="https://www.abortiondialogueacademy.org/podcast/" rel="nofollow noopener">Pro-Life in 7 Minutes</a>.</p> <p>A Production of the Archdiocese of Omaha<br> Editor: Taylor Schroll (ForteCatholic.com) </p> catholic, ministry, catholic ministry, ministry leaders, abortion, dialogue, pro-life, roe v. wade, Pro-life in 7 Minutes, Abortion Dialogue Academy, Katherine Burow The end to abortion is here! ...Legally...at the federal level.

While we should celebrate a major victory in the fight against abortion, the work has really just begun. If we want to end abortion, not just make it illegal, then we have to change minds and hearts. Today's guest, Katherine Burow, tells us "A lot of people are pro-choice because they've never heard a compelling secular argument."

Katherines work as the Executive Director of the Abortion Dialogue Academy is to end abortion by changing the culture. They spend much of their time on Nebraska college campuses changing hearts on the topic of abortion through the use of a 7 minute argument.

She shares some of her wisdom with us today.

Want to hear more from Katherine? Check out her podcast Pro-Life in 7 Minutes.

A Production of the Archdiocese of Omaha
Editor: Taylor Schroll (ForteCatholic.com)

]]> The end to abortion is here! ...Legally...at the federal level.

While we should celebrate a major victory in the fight against abortion, the work has really just begun. If we want to end abortion, not just make it illegal, then we have to change minds and hearts. Today's guest, Katherine Burow, tells us "A lot of people are pro-choice because they've never heard a compelling secular argument."

Katherines work as the Executive Director of the Abortion Dialogue Academy is to end abortion by changing the culture. They spend much of their time on Nebraska college campuses changing hearts on the topic of abortion through the use of a 7 minute argument.

She shares some of her wisdom with us today.

Want to hear more from Katherine? Check out her podcast Pro-Life in 7 Minutes.

A Production of the Archdiocese of Omaha
Editor: Taylor Schroll (ForteCatholic.com)

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