app01 Sat, 04 Jul 2026 15:52:07 +0000 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) The EquipCast - Episodes Tagged with “Catholic Outreach” https://archomahaequip.fireside.fm/tags/catholic%20outreach Tue, 16 Feb 2021 06:00:00 -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 45: Ministry or Apostolate? https://archomahaequip.fireside.fm/45 14c1ccd6-d769-4a13-a1ed-3841c8a18c2c Tue, 16 Feb 2021 06:00:00 -0600 Jim Jansen | Everyday Evangelization & Parish Ministry Tools 45 Ministry or Apostolate? full Jim Jansen | Everyday Evangelization & Parish Ministry Tools Have you ever wondered about the difference between a ministry and an apostolate? Until recently, I hadn’t. These words seem like synonyms, and talking about their differences feels a bit like quibbling or semantics. However, because we’ve forgotten the difference, most of the energy in our parishes goes toward building up ministries. But without the apostolate of the laity, the Church becomes a country club, only concerned with serving its members. So what is an apostolate? And how does remembering help the lay faithful evangelize? 1:03:21 no <p>Have you ever wondered about the difference between a ministry and an apostolate? Until recently, I hadn’t. These words seem like synonyms, and talking about their differences feels a bit like quibbling or semantics. However, because we’ve forgotten the difference, most of the energy in our parishes goes toward building up ministries. But without the apostolate of the laity, the Church becomes a country club, only concerned with serving its members.</p> <p>So what is an apostolate? And how does remembering help the lay faithful evangelize? Join us for a conversation with Peter Andrastek, Senior Consultant at <a href="https://evangelicalcatholic.org/" rel="nofollow noopener">The Evangelical Catholic</a>, as we discuss the pivotal role of the lay apostolate and practical advice for both parishioners and church leaders to foster personal holiness and effective apostolate in various contexts.</p> <p>[01:25] Peter's Faith Journey<br> [04:59] Understanding Evangelical Catholic<br> [09:50] Defining Ministry vs. Apostolate<br> [17:56] The Importance of Personal Apostolate<br> [22:26] The Role of the Parish in Supporting Apostolate<br> [32:59] Forming a Community of Disciple Makers<br> [35:29] Small Group Dynamics and Jesus' Model<br> [38:59] Ecclesial Movements and Parish Life<br> [49:36] Practical Steps for Parishioners and Pastors<br> [55:00] Resources and Final Thoughts</p> <p><strong>Resources</strong></p> <ul> <li><a href="https://churchlifejournal.nd.edu/articles/where-does-the-ministry-end-and-the-apostolate-begin/" rel="nofollow noopener">Where Does the Ministry End and the Apostolate Begin?</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.evangelicalcatholic.org/" rel="nofollow noopener">The Evangelical Catholic</a> – A nonprofit specializing in Catholic ministry consulting and evangelization training. They work to support dioceses, parishes, and university campus ministries to lead self-sustaining evangelization movements through our customized coaching service and online learning management system.</li> <li><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/753243.The_Soul_of_The_Apostolate" rel="nofollow noopener"> Soul of the Apostolate</a> by Jean-Baptiste Chautard</li> </ul> <p>A Production of the Archdiocese of Omaha<br> Editor: Taylor Schroll (ForteCatholic.com)</p> Catholic evangelization, lay apostolate, parish ministry, Evangelical Catholic, Peter Andrastek, Jim Jansen, Fr. Jeff Lorig, Catholic discipleship, Catholic podcast, Archdiocese of Omaha, Catholic leadership, faith formation, Catholic mission, Catholic parish renewal, Catholic lay formation, Catholic outreach, Catholic culture change, Catholic small groups, Catholic apostolate training, Catholic pastoral vision, Catholic ministry vs apostolate Have you ever wondered about the difference between a ministry and an apostolate? Until recently, I hadn’t. These words seem like synonyms, and talking about their differences feels a bit like quibbling or semantics. However, because we’ve forgotten the difference, most of the energy in our parishes goes toward building up ministries. But without the apostolate of the laity, the Church becomes a country club, only concerned with serving its members.

So what is an apostolate? And how does remembering help the lay faithful evangelize? Join us for a conversation with Peter Andrastek, Senior Consultant at The Evangelical Catholic, as we discuss the pivotal role of the lay apostolate and practical advice for both parishioners and church leaders to foster personal holiness and effective apostolate in various contexts.

[01:25] Peter's Faith Journey
[04:59] Understanding Evangelical Catholic
[09:50] Defining Ministry vs. Apostolate
[17:56] The Importance of Personal Apostolate
[22:26] The Role of the Parish in Supporting Apostolate
[32:59] Forming a Community of Disciple Makers
[35:29] Small Group Dynamics and Jesus' Model
[38:59] Ecclesial Movements and Parish Life
[49:36] Practical Steps for Parishioners and Pastors
[55:00] Resources and Final Thoughts

Resources

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

]]> Have you ever wondered about the difference between a ministry and an apostolate? Until recently, I hadn’t. These words seem like synonyms, and talking about their differences feels a bit like quibbling or semantics. However, because we’ve forgotten the difference, most of the energy in our parishes goes toward building up ministries. But without the apostolate of the laity, the Church becomes a country club, only concerned with serving its members.

So what is an apostolate? And how does remembering help the lay faithful evangelize? Join us for a conversation with Peter Andrastek, Senior Consultant at The Evangelical Catholic, as we discuss the pivotal role of the lay apostolate and practical advice for both parishioners and church leaders to foster personal holiness and effective apostolate in various contexts.

[01:25] Peter's Faith Journey
[04:59] Understanding Evangelical Catholic
[09:50] Defining Ministry vs. Apostolate
[17:56] The Importance of Personal Apostolate
[22:26] The Role of the Parish in Supporting Apostolate
[32:59] Forming a Community of Disciple Makers
[35:29] Small Group Dynamics and Jesus' Model
[38:59] Ecclesial Movements and Parish Life
[49:36] Practical Steps for Parishioners and Pastors
[55:00] Resources and Final Thoughts

Resources

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

]]> Episode 32: Missional Amnesia https://archomahaequip.fireside.fm/32 1012cc6e-d55d-47a3-81d4-a656c63816eb Tue, 29 Sep 2020 06:00:00 -0500 Jim Jansen | Everyday Evangelization & Parish Ministry Tools 32 Missional Amnesia full Jim Jansen | Everyday Evangelization & Parish Ministry Tools Have you ever used a Catholic buzz word like missionary disciple or missional church and received blank looks in return? It’s a surprising experience, but the reality is many Catholics still don’t know what the word missional means. It used to be that missionaries were the people who traveled to Africa, and the Church in America grew because Catholics had big families. Our biggest problem used to be caring for all of the people who came to the Church’s doorstep, but now, we find ourselves trying to proclaim the Gospel to a world that doesn’t know much about who Jesus is or what the Church is really about. Many of us even know a family member or friend who has walked away from the faith, but it’s often difficult for us to believe that this is part of a larger cultural trend. However, the reality is that the city of Omaha is among the top 30 most secular or “post-Christian” cities in the US. Collectively, we have missional amnesia. We’ve forgotten that we are called to go and make disciples. We lack an imagination around what a missional church looks likes because, until recently, we haven’t had to be one. So, what do you say to someone who asks what a missional church is? Tune in to hear Fr. Lorig and Jim Jansen's musings on this topic. 48:42 no <p>Have you ever used a Catholic buzz word like missionary disciple or missional church and received blank looks in return? It’s a surprising experience, but the reality is many Catholics still don’t know what the word missional means. It used to be that missionaries were the people who traveled to Africa, and the Church in America grew because Catholics had big families. Our biggest problem used to be caring for all of the people who came to the Church’s doorstep, but now, we find ourselves trying to proclaim the Gospel to a world that doesn’t know much about who Jesus is or what the Church is really about. Many of us even know a family member or friend who has walked away from the faith, but it’s often difficult for us to believe that this is part of a larger cultural trend. However, the reality is that the city of Omaha is among the top 30 most secular or “post-Christian” cities in the US. Collectively, we have missional amnesia. We’ve forgotten that we are called to go and make disciples. We lack an imagination around what a missional church looks likes because, until recently, we haven’t had to be one. So, what do you say to someone who asks what a missional church is? Tune in to hear Fr. Lorig and Jim Jansen's musings on this topic.</p> <p>[00:57] What Does It Mean to Be a Missional Community?<br> [01:42] The Unstuck Church and Church Lifecycle<br> [03:06] The Importance of Being Missional<br> [04:34] Challenges of Modern Evangelization<br> [06:37] The Call to Evangelize<br> [09:58] The Role of Holiness in Mission<br> [19:48] Strategies for Effective Evangelization<br> [23:38] The Challenge of Missionary Work<br> [24:28] Pope Francis' Perspective on Mission<br> [25:12] Reaching People Outside the Church<br> [26:16] The Problem with RCIA<br> [27:58] Evangelization Programs vs. Strategy<br> [29:13] Empowering Parishioners for Mission<br> [32:37] Creating a Missional Community<br> [36:28] Innovative Ideas for Outreach<br> [41:01] Practical Steps for Parish Staff and Families<br> [47:28] Conclusion and Call to Action </p> missional community, Catholic evangelization, parish renewal, missionary discipleship, EquipCast, Archdiocese of Omaha, Fr. Jeff Lorig, Jim Jansen, church growth strategy, The Unstuck Church, Tony Morgan, Divine Renovation, Alpha program, Catholic outreach, apostolic age, evangelization strategy, Catholic parish leadership, RCIA reform, Joy of the Gospel, Pope Francis evangelization, Catholic mission, parish transformation, Catholic discipleship, outreach to the unchurched, Catholic podcast, Catholic leadership, faith crisis, Catholic culture change, spiritual renewal, Catholic family evangelization Have you ever used a Catholic buzz word like missionary disciple or missional church and received blank looks in return? It’s a surprising experience, but the reality is many Catholics still don’t know what the word missional means. It used to be that missionaries were the people who traveled to Africa, and the Church in America grew because Catholics had big families. Our biggest problem used to be caring for all of the people who came to the Church’s doorstep, but now, we find ourselves trying to proclaim the Gospel to a world that doesn’t know much about who Jesus is or what the Church is really about. Many of us even know a family member or friend who has walked away from the faith, but it’s often difficult for us to believe that this is part of a larger cultural trend. However, the reality is that the city of Omaha is among the top 30 most secular or “post-Christian” cities in the US. Collectively, we have missional amnesia. We’ve forgotten that we are called to go and make disciples. We lack an imagination around what a missional church looks likes because, until recently, we haven’t had to be one. So, what do you say to someone who asks what a missional church is? Tune in to hear Fr. Lorig and Jim Jansen's musings on this topic.

[00:57] What Does It Mean to Be a Missional Community?
[01:42] The Unstuck Church and Church Lifecycle
[03:06] The Importance of Being Missional
[04:34] Challenges of Modern Evangelization
[06:37] The Call to Evangelize
[09:58] The Role of Holiness in Mission
[19:48] Strategies for Effective Evangelization
[23:38] The Challenge of Missionary Work
[24:28] Pope Francis' Perspective on Mission
[25:12] Reaching People Outside the Church
[26:16] The Problem with RCIA
[27:58] Evangelization Programs vs. Strategy
[29:13] Empowering Parishioners for Mission
[32:37] Creating a Missional Community
[36:28] Innovative Ideas for Outreach
[41:01] Practical Steps for Parish Staff and Families
[47:28] Conclusion and Call to Action

]]> Have you ever used a Catholic buzz word like missionary disciple or missional church and received blank looks in return? It’s a surprising experience, but the reality is many Catholics still don’t know what the word missional means. It used to be that missionaries were the people who traveled to Africa, and the Church in America grew because Catholics had big families. Our biggest problem used to be caring for all of the people who came to the Church’s doorstep, but now, we find ourselves trying to proclaim the Gospel to a world that doesn’t know much about who Jesus is or what the Church is really about. Many of us even know a family member or friend who has walked away from the faith, but it’s often difficult for us to believe that this is part of a larger cultural trend. However, the reality is that the city of Omaha is among the top 30 most secular or “post-Christian” cities in the US. Collectively, we have missional amnesia. We’ve forgotten that we are called to go and make disciples. We lack an imagination around what a missional church looks likes because, until recently, we haven’t had to be one. So, what do you say to someone who asks what a missional church is? Tune in to hear Fr. Lorig and Jim Jansen's musings on this topic.

[00:57] What Does It Mean to Be a Missional Community?
[01:42] The Unstuck Church and Church Lifecycle
[03:06] The Importance of Being Missional
[04:34] Challenges of Modern Evangelization
[06:37] The Call to Evangelize
[09:58] The Role of Holiness in Mission
[19:48] Strategies for Effective Evangelization
[23:38] The Challenge of Missionary Work
[24:28] Pope Francis' Perspective on Mission
[25:12] Reaching People Outside the Church
[26:16] The Problem with RCIA
[27:58] Evangelization Programs vs. Strategy
[29:13] Empowering Parishioners for Mission
[32:37] Creating a Missional Community
[36:28] Innovative Ideas for Outreach
[41:01] Practical Steps for Parish Staff and Families
[47:28] Conclusion and Call to Action

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