app01 Sat, 04 Jul 2026 15:55:45 +0000 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) The EquipCast - Episodes Tagged with “Catholic Parish Renewal” https://archomahaequip.fireside.fm/tags/catholic%20parish%20renewal Tue, 11 Nov 2025 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 199: Pilgrims of Hope: The Recipe for Lasting Parish Renewal with Julianne Stanz https://archomahaequip.fireside.fm/199 f0ea6f08-d9b5-41f4-a659-bfa203594313 Tue, 11 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0600 Jim Jansen | Everyday Evangelization & Parish Ministry Tools 199 Pilgrims of Hope: The Recipe for Lasting Parish Renewal with Julianne Stanz full Jim Jansen | Everyday Evangelization & Parish Ministry Tools What if the secret to transforming your parish isn’t doing more—but praying more deeply and trusting God to lead? We’ve seen it happen. The Diocese of Green Bay started small, rooted everything in prayer, and asked the Holy Spirit to guide them. The results were beyond what they imagined: seminarians doubled, schools flourished, and parishes once half-empty now overflow. In this episode, I talk with Julianne Stanz—a nationally recognized leader in evangelization whose own encounter with God set her on this path—about the real ingredients for lasting renewal. Together, we explore how prayer, vision, relationships, and simple, steady steps can turn hope into a movement. It’s not a program; it’s a way of life that lets God bring new life to His Church. 1:07:00 no <p>What if the secret to transforming your parish isn’t doing more—but praying more deeply and trusting God to lead? We’ve seen it happen. The Diocese of Green Bay started small, rooted everything in prayer, and asked the Holy Spirit to guide them. The results were beyond what they imagined: seminarians doubled, schools flourished, and parishes once half-empty now overflow. </p> <p>In this episode, I talk with Julianne Stanz—a nationally recognized leader in evangelization whose own encounter with God set her on this path—about the real ingredients for lasting renewal. Together, we explore how prayer, vision, relationships, and simple, steady steps can turn hope into a movement. It’s not a program; it’s a way of life that lets God bring new life to His Church.</p> <p>[01:04] Meet Julianne Stanz: From Ireland to Wisconsin<br> [06:33] The Power of Pilgrimage<br> [10:51] Hope and Renewal in Ministry<br> [17:49] The Green Bay Transformation Story<br> [26:01] The Role of Prayer in Discipleship<br> [32:46] Reflecting on Parish Identity and Discipleship<br> [39:27] Recognizing and Utilizing Gifts and Charisms<br> [44:58] Inspiring Change and Overcoming Resistance<br> [50:02] Embracing Poverty and Resourcefulness in Parishes<br> [54:18] The Importance of Pastoral Planning<br> [59:02] Witnessing the Church's Global Awakening<br> [01:05:58] Final Thoughts and Blessings</p> <p>Check out <a href="https://www.juliannestanz.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">Julianne’s website</a> and download her <a href="https://equip.archomaha.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Managing-Complex-Change-at-the-ParishPDF.pdf" rel="nofollow noopener">infograph</a> of how to minister through complex change at a parish.</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> parish leadership, pastoral planning, church change management, ministry transformation, Catholic parish renewal, faith-based leadership, managing church change, discipleship in action, Julianne Stanz, Loyola Press What if the secret to transforming your parish isn’t doing more—but praying more deeply and trusting God to lead? We’ve seen it happen. The Diocese of Green Bay started small, rooted everything in prayer, and asked the Holy Spirit to guide them. The results were beyond what they imagined: seminarians doubled, schools flourished, and parishes once half-empty now overflow.

In this episode, I talk with Julianne Stanz—a nationally recognized leader in evangelization whose own encounter with God set her on this path—about the real ingredients for lasting renewal. Together, we explore how prayer, vision, relationships, and simple, steady steps can turn hope into a movement. It’s not a program; it’s a way of life that lets God bring new life to His Church.

[01:04] Meet Julianne Stanz: From Ireland to Wisconsin
[06:33] The Power of Pilgrimage
[10:51] Hope and Renewal in Ministry
[17:49] The Green Bay Transformation Story
[26:01] The Role of Prayer in Discipleship
[32:46] Reflecting on Parish Identity and Discipleship
[39:27] Recognizing and Utilizing Gifts and Charisms
[44:58] Inspiring Change and Overcoming Resistance
[50:02] Embracing Poverty and Resourcefulness in Parishes
[54:18] The Importance of Pastoral Planning
[59:02] Witnessing the Church's Global Awakening
[01:05:58] Final Thoughts and Blessings

Check out Julianne’s website and download her infograph of how to minister through complex change at a parish.

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)

]]> What if the secret to transforming your parish isn’t doing more—but praying more deeply and trusting God to lead? We’ve seen it happen. The Diocese of Green Bay started small, rooted everything in prayer, and asked the Holy Spirit to guide them. The results were beyond what they imagined: seminarians doubled, schools flourished, and parishes once half-empty now overflow.

In this episode, I talk with Julianne Stanz—a nationally recognized leader in evangelization whose own encounter with God set her on this path—about the real ingredients for lasting renewal. Together, we explore how prayer, vision, relationships, and simple, steady steps can turn hope into a movement. It’s not a program; it’s a way of life that lets God bring new life to His Church.

[01:04] Meet Julianne Stanz: From Ireland to Wisconsin
[06:33] The Power of Pilgrimage
[10:51] Hope and Renewal in Ministry
[17:49] The Green Bay Transformation Story
[26:01] The Role of Prayer in Discipleship
[32:46] Reflecting on Parish Identity and Discipleship
[39:27] Recognizing and Utilizing Gifts and Charisms
[44:58] Inspiring Change and Overcoming Resistance
[50:02] Embracing Poverty and Resourcefulness in Parishes
[54:18] The Importance of Pastoral Planning
[59:02] Witnessing the Church's Global Awakening
[01:05:58] Final Thoughts and Blessings

Check out Julianne’s website and download her infograph of how to minister through complex change at a parish.

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)

]]> 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)

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