app02 Mon, 29 Jun 2026 20:26:06 +0000 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) The EquipCast - Episodes Tagged with “Christian Community” https://archomahaequip.fireside.fm/tags/christian%20community Tue, 28 May 2024 00:00:00 -0500 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 152: Sanctify the Ordinary with Missionaries of the Holy Spirit, Chance and Lora Unger https://archomahaequip.fireside.fm/152 4d88f95b-c180-4417-911a-8d24b4b9ffcf Tue, 28 May 2024 00:00:00 -0500 Jim Jansen | Everyday Evangelization & Parish Ministry Tools 152 Sanctify the Ordinary with Missionaries of the Holy Spirit, Chance and Lora Unger full Jim Jansen | Everyday Evangelization & Parish Ministry Tools Have you ever heard the universal call to holiness, “Be perfect, as your heavenly Father is perfect,” and instead of feeling inspired, felt discouraged? Holiness is hard, especially when we strive for it alone. When we rely solely on our own strengths, we often fail. But when we pursue holiness within the Body of Christ, leaning on both our community and God, we are much more likely to succeed. In today’s episode, Chance and Lora Unger, founders of Missionaries of the Holy Spirit in the Family, share their insights on making holy practices a regular part of family life. Our conversation highlights the transformative power of continually surrendering to God and incorporating prayer into our daily routines. The Ungers emphasize the importance of a supportive community to foster holiness in our marriages and families. They show us how holiness can begin with simple, practical steps such as daily prayer and small acts of kindness. They encourage us to embrace our daily challenges and transform these experiences through grace and prayer. 50:54 no <p>Have you ever heard the universal call to holiness, “Be perfect, as your heavenly Father is perfect,” and instead of feeling inspired, felt discouraged? Holiness is hard, especially when we strive for it alone. When we rely solely on our own strengths, we often fail. But when we pursue holiness within the Body of Christ, leaning on both our community and God, we are much more likely to succeed.</p> <p>In today’s episode, Chance and Lora Unger, founders of Missionaries of the Holy Spirit in the Family, share their insights on making holy practices a regular part of family life. Our conversation highlights the transformative power of continually surrendering to God and incorporating prayer into our daily routines. The Ungers emphasize the importance of a supportive community to foster holiness in our marriages and families. They show us how holiness can begin with simple, practical steps such as daily prayer and small acts of kindness. They encourage us to embrace our daily challenges and transform these experiences through grace and prayer.</p> <p>Tune in and hear:</p> <ul> <li>How to embrace and surrender to God's will in daily life</li> <li>How to integrate prayer and spirituality into family routines</li> <li>How to find strength and grace in times of personal and family challenges</li> <li>How to seek and maintain authentic friendships that encourage spiritual growth</li> <li>How to support a spouse in their faith journey</li> <li>How to create a new normal of holiness and faithfulness in family life</li> <li>How to transform ordinary experiences into opportunities for grace and spiritual development</li> </ul> <p>For more from our guests, check out <a href="https://www.mhsfonline.org/" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.mhsfonline.org/</a> or email them at <a href="mailto:MHSFonline@gmail.com" rel="nofollow noopener">MHSFonline@gmail.com</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> Catholic, marriage, family life, holiness, spirituality, surrender to God, Christian parenting, faith, community, prayer, challenges in marriage, Missionaries of the Holy Spirit, continual surrender, embrace weaknesses, transformative power, Christian family, faith journey, relational difficulties, God's grace, parenting challenges, spiritual growth Have you ever heard the universal call to holiness, “Be perfect, as your heavenly Father is perfect,” and instead of feeling inspired, felt discouraged? Holiness is hard, especially when we strive for it alone. When we rely solely on our own strengths, we often fail. But when we pursue holiness within the Body of Christ, leaning on both our community and God, we are much more likely to succeed.

In today’s episode, Chance and Lora Unger, founders of Missionaries of the Holy Spirit in the Family, share their insights on making holy practices a regular part of family life. Our conversation highlights the transformative power of continually surrendering to God and incorporating prayer into our daily routines. The Ungers emphasize the importance of a supportive community to foster holiness in our marriages and families. They show us how holiness can begin with simple, practical steps such as daily prayer and small acts of kindness. They encourage us to embrace our daily challenges and transform these experiences through grace and prayer.

Tune in and hear:

  • How to embrace and surrender to God's will in daily life
  • How to integrate prayer and spirituality into family routines
  • How to find strength and grace in times of personal and family challenges
  • How to seek and maintain authentic friendships that encourage spiritual growth
  • How to support a spouse in their faith journey
  • How to create a new normal of holiness and faithfulness in family life
  • How to transform ordinary experiences into opportunities for grace and spiritual development

For more from our guests, check out https://www.mhsfonline.org/ or email them at MHSFonline@gmail.com.

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 heard the universal call to holiness, “Be perfect, as your heavenly Father is perfect,” and instead of feeling inspired, felt discouraged? Holiness is hard, especially when we strive for it alone. When we rely solely on our own strengths, we often fail. But when we pursue holiness within the Body of Christ, leaning on both our community and God, we are much more likely to succeed.

In today’s episode, Chance and Lora Unger, founders of Missionaries of the Holy Spirit in the Family, share their insights on making holy practices a regular part of family life. Our conversation highlights the transformative power of continually surrendering to God and incorporating prayer into our daily routines. The Ungers emphasize the importance of a supportive community to foster holiness in our marriages and families. They show us how holiness can begin with simple, practical steps such as daily prayer and small acts of kindness. They encourage us to embrace our daily challenges and transform these experiences through grace and prayer.

Tune in and hear:

  • How to embrace and surrender to God's will in daily life
  • How to integrate prayer and spirituality into family routines
  • How to find strength and grace in times of personal and family challenges
  • How to seek and maintain authentic friendships that encourage spiritual growth
  • How to support a spouse in their faith journey
  • How to create a new normal of holiness and faithfulness in family life
  • How to transform ordinary experiences into opportunities for grace and spiritual development

For more from our guests, check out https://www.mhsfonline.org/ or email them at MHSFonline@gmail.com.

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 148: How to Recognize Sacred Moments: A Conversation with Archbishop Lucas https://archomahaequip.fireside.fm/148 76ad49a9-0acb-426b-b2f5-a25aa0e1eb2a Tue, 30 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0500 Jim Jansen | Everyday Evangelization & Parish Ministry Tools 148 How to Recognize Sacred Moments: A Conversation with Archbishop Lucas full Jim Jansen | Everyday Evangelization & Parish Ministry Tools Wouldn’t it be nice if God performed some undeniable miracle and every person in the world converted? The reality is…he did. Jesus performed numerous miracles, and people still walked away from him (John 6). So, we must look to the ordinary moments. Moments with coworkers, family members, new acquaintances, and friends that may seem mundane at first, but with an openness and attentiveness to the Holy Spirit’s guidance, they become opportunities to share one’s faith or engaging in conversations about spirituality. Today, I sit down with Archbishop Lucas to talk about those moments. He emphasizes the Holy Spirit's role in orchestrating these encounters and God's unconditional love for all people, regardless of their background or circumstances. 42:34 no <p>Wouldn’t it be nice if God performed some undeniable miracle and every person in the world converted? The reality is…he did. Jesus performed numerous miracles, and people still walked away from him (John 6). So, we must look to the ordinary moments. Moments with coworkers, family members, new acquaintances, and friends that may seem mundane at first, but with an openness and attentiveness to the Holy Spirit’s guidance, they become opportunities to share one’s faith or engaging in conversations about spirituality.</p> <p>Today, I sit down with Archbishop Lucas to talk about those moments. He emphasizes the Holy Spirit's role in orchestrating these encounters and God's unconditional love for all people, regardless of their background or circumstances.</p> <p>Tune in to hear about:</p> <p>[01:12] Archbishop Lucas Shares Personal Experiences of Faith Sharing<br> [03:10] A Chance Encounter: Witnessing Faith in Unexpected Places<br> [06:32] Diving into the Story of Philip and the Ethiopian Eunuch<br> [39:44] The Personal Impact of Faith Sharing and Encouragement for the Easter Season</p> <p>Want to hear more from Archbishop Lucas? He's been on the show several times!</p> <ul> <li><a href="https://archomahaequip.fireside.fm/117" rel="nofollow noopener">Resurrection Amidst Decline: The Church's Hope Revealed in the Easter Mystery</a></li> <li><a href="https://archomahaequip.fireside.fm/85" rel="nofollow noopener">Happy Easter! 2022</a></li> <li><a href="https://archomahaequip.fireside.fm/35" rel="nofollow noopener">Archbishop Lucas on The Big Goal</a></li> </ul> <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> Archbishop Lucas, spiritual encounters, Acts of the Apostles, Holy Spirit, evangelization, faith sharing, personal witness, divine opportunities, Christian community, inspirational conversations Wouldn’t it be nice if God performed some undeniable miracle and every person in the world converted? The reality is…he did. Jesus performed numerous miracles, and people still walked away from him (John 6). So, we must look to the ordinary moments. Moments with coworkers, family members, new acquaintances, and friends that may seem mundane at first, but with an openness and attentiveness to the Holy Spirit’s guidance, they become opportunities to share one’s faith or engaging in conversations about spirituality.

Today, I sit down with Archbishop Lucas to talk about those moments. He emphasizes the Holy Spirit's role in orchestrating these encounters and God's unconditional love for all people, regardless of their background or circumstances.

Tune in to hear about:

[01:12] Archbishop Lucas Shares Personal Experiences of Faith Sharing
[03:10] A Chance Encounter: Witnessing Faith in Unexpected Places
[06:32] Diving into the Story of Philip and the Ethiopian Eunuch
[39:44] The Personal Impact of Faith Sharing and Encouragement for the Easter Season

Want to hear more from Archbishop Lucas? He's been on the show several times!

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)

]]> Wouldn’t it be nice if God performed some undeniable miracle and every person in the world converted? The reality is…he did. Jesus performed numerous miracles, and people still walked away from him (John 6). So, we must look to the ordinary moments. Moments with coworkers, family members, new acquaintances, and friends that may seem mundane at first, but with an openness and attentiveness to the Holy Spirit’s guidance, they become opportunities to share one’s faith or engaging in conversations about spirituality.

Today, I sit down with Archbishop Lucas to talk about those moments. He emphasizes the Holy Spirit's role in orchestrating these encounters and God's unconditional love for all people, regardless of their background or circumstances.

Tune in to hear about:

[01:12] Archbishop Lucas Shares Personal Experiences of Faith Sharing
[03:10] A Chance Encounter: Witnessing Faith in Unexpected Places
[06:32] Diving into the Story of Philip and the Ethiopian Eunuch
[39:44] The Personal Impact of Faith Sharing and Encouragement for the Easter Season

Want to hear more from Archbishop Lucas? He's been on the show several times!

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 127: Uncover Your Charisms Through Spiritual Openness with Sherry Weddell https://archomahaequip.fireside.fm/127 f48b1570-818e-44de-9e9c-3ca0e18f830f Tue, 10 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0500 Jim Jansen | Everyday Evangelization & Parish Ministry Tools 127 Uncover Your Charisms Through Spiritual Openness with Sherry Weddell full Jim Jansen | Everyday Evangelization & Parish Ministry Tools Ever felt the exhilaration of God's presence when using your unique spiritual gifts? Can you imagine what it would be like to discover and unleash your charisms for the benefit of your community? It's a journey of openness, spiritual growth, and the grace of God propelling us forward. Join me in an inspiring episode featuring Sherry Weddell, co-founder of the Catherine of Sienna Institute. She sheds light on charisms, reminding us that these divine gifts are meant to be shared, illuminating the lives of others with God's love and mercy. “These are ways that you and I have been empowered by God to be an instrument of His love and His beauty and His mercy and His healing and His provision for other people." 59:26 no <p>Ever felt the exhilaration of God's presence when using your unique spiritual gifts? Can you imagine what it would be like to discover and unleash your charisms for the benefit of your community? It's a journey of openness, spiritual growth, and the grace of God propelling us forward.</p> <p>Join me in an inspiring episode featuring Sherry Weddell, co-founder of the Catherine of Sienna Institute. She sheds light on charisms, reminding us that these divine gifts are meant to be shared, illuminating the lives of others with God's love and mercy. “These are ways that you and I have been empowered by God to be an instrument of His love and His beauty and His mercy and His healing and His provision for other people."</p> <p>In this episode, we delve into the world of spiritual gifts, exploring the transformative power of charisms and their role in shaping our faith.</p> <p>Get Ready to:</p> <ul> <li>Understand the essence of charisms and how they impact our spiritual journey</li> <li>Recognize the stages of spiritual development and the importance of openness</li> <li>Learn about the Called and Gifted discernment process to discover your unique spiritual blueprint</li> <li>Discover how to create a culture of discipleship and openness within your community</li> <li>Gain insights into the profound connection between charisms and evangelization</li> </ul> <p>If you're curious to learn more about how charisms can ignite your faith and guide you on a path of intentional discipleship check out <a href="https://siena.org/" rel="nofollow noopener">The Catherine of Sienna Institute</a> and Sherry’s book, <a href="https://learning.siena.org/product/new-item-forming-intentional-disciples-the-path-to-knowing-and-following-jesus-revised-and-expanded/" rel="nofollow noopener">Forming Intentional Disciples</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> Catholic faith, Charisms, Spiritual gifts, Discernment, Christian community, Personal growth, Faith journey, Called and Gifted inventory, Evangelization, Christian discipleship, Faithful living, Christian spirituality, Religious transformation, Parish community, Faith exploration, Spiritual development, Faith awakening, Relationship with God, Making disciples, Christian ministry Ever felt the exhilaration of God's presence when using your unique spiritual gifts? Can you imagine what it would be like to discover and unleash your charisms for the benefit of your community? It's a journey of openness, spiritual growth, and the grace of God propelling us forward.

Join me in an inspiring episode featuring Sherry Weddell, co-founder of the Catherine of Sienna Institute. She sheds light on charisms, reminding us that these divine gifts are meant to be shared, illuminating the lives of others with God's love and mercy. “These are ways that you and I have been empowered by God to be an instrument of His love and His beauty and His mercy and His healing and His provision for other people."

In this episode, we delve into the world of spiritual gifts, exploring the transformative power of charisms and their role in shaping our faith.

Get Ready to:

  • Understand the essence of charisms and how they impact our spiritual journey
  • Recognize the stages of spiritual development and the importance of openness
  • Learn about the Called and Gifted discernment process to discover your unique spiritual blueprint
  • Discover how to create a culture of discipleship and openness within your community
  • Gain insights into the profound connection between charisms and evangelization

If you're curious to learn more about how charisms can ignite your faith and guide you on a path of intentional discipleship check out The Catherine of Sienna Institute and Sherry’s book, Forming Intentional Disciples.

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)

]]> Ever felt the exhilaration of God's presence when using your unique spiritual gifts? Can you imagine what it would be like to discover and unleash your charisms for the benefit of your community? It's a journey of openness, spiritual growth, and the grace of God propelling us forward.

Join me in an inspiring episode featuring Sherry Weddell, co-founder of the Catherine of Sienna Institute. She sheds light on charisms, reminding us that these divine gifts are meant to be shared, illuminating the lives of others with God's love and mercy. “These are ways that you and I have been empowered by God to be an instrument of His love and His beauty and His mercy and His healing and His provision for other people."

In this episode, we delve into the world of spiritual gifts, exploring the transformative power of charisms and their role in shaping our faith.

Get Ready to:

  • Understand the essence of charisms and how they impact our spiritual journey
  • Recognize the stages of spiritual development and the importance of openness
  • Learn about the Called and Gifted discernment process to discover your unique spiritual blueprint
  • Discover how to create a culture of discipleship and openness within your community
  • Gain insights into the profound connection between charisms and evangelization

If you're curious to learn more about how charisms can ignite your faith and guide you on a path of intentional discipleship check out The Catherine of Sienna Institute and Sherry’s book, Forming Intentional Disciples.

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)

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