The EquipCast
Practical Evangelization & Parish Ministry Tools for Catholic Leaders
Displaying 6 items of The EquipCast with the tag "christian podcast".
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Episode 192: How to Lead Change Without Losing Your People
Episode | September 9th, 2025 | 48 mins 48 secs
adaptive change, archdiocese of omaha, brian miller, catholic, catholic ministry, change management, christian podcast, church innovation, church leadership, coach approach ministries, coaching ministry, disciples, equipcast, evangelism, evangelization, faith and change, jim jansen, leadership development, leading through uncertainty, making disciples, managing change, organizational change, pastoral leadership, religious leadership, spiritual growth, temptation bundling, vision casting
How do you lead change when you don’t know where you are going (yet)? Today I sit down with Brian Miller, a change management expert from Coach Approach Ministries, to talk about adaptive change. Adaptive change is when you know something needs to change, but you don’t yet know what the solution is. It’s not just fixing a broken pipe—it’s realizing the whole plumbing system might need to be rethought. It’s the kind of change that requires people to shift their values, beliefs, and behaviors, not just learn a new skill. And that’s why it’s hard—because it’s not just about doing something different, it’s about becoming someone different. When you lead this kind of change, the danger isn’t just that people leave—it’s that they check out. So Brian focuses on the following things: keep the pace people can handle, invite them into shaping the vision, really listen to the voices of concern, and anchor the change in habits and identity. That way, people don’t just stick around—they stay engaged in the mission.
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Coach's Corner 19: Four Metaphors for a Clear Path of Discipleship
Episode | April 1st, 2025 | 11 mins 22 secs
archdiocese of omaha, catholic, catholic ministry, christian podcast, church ministry, clear path of discipleship, communal faith, disciples, discipleship, evangelism, evangelization, faith formation, faith inspiration, faith journey, making disciples, metaphors for discipleship, ministry framework, missionary disciples, podcast, religious education, spiritual growth, spiritual maturity, youth ministry
Have you ever thought about how discipleship is like a school, a training table, or even an operating system? Probably not—but I love a good metaphor (maybe too much!). In this episode, I share four powerful ways to think about building a clear path of discipleship as well as the importance of creating a communal context where people can grow, mature, and ultimately be sent out as missionary disciples. If you're looking for a fresh way to approach ministry—or just love a good analogy—this episode is for you. Give it a listen and let me know: What’s your favorite metaphor for discipleship? I’d love to hear your thoughts!
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Episode 176: How Curiosity Transforms Evangelization + A New Resource to Elevate! Your Small Groups
Episode | February 25th, 2025 | 34 mins 24 secs
andy dejka, archdiocese of omaha, building community, catholic, catholic ministry, christian podcast, curiosity in evangelization, deeper conversations, disciples, elevate small group resource, evangelism, evangelization, evangelization tools, faith sharing, making disciples, meaningful relationships, small group discussions, small group evangelization, small group ministry, spiritual growth
What’s the secret sauce to evangelization? Aside from the Holy Spirit, it's curiosity—genuinely wanting to know and understand the person in front of you. When you show sincere interest in someone's story, experiences, and thoughts, you create space for authentic connection. This curiosity builds trust and opens the door to deeper conversations where faith can be shared naturally. Evangelization isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about being present, listening, and letting relationships grow organically. To help you do this, our team has developed Elevate!, a new small group resource designed for meaningful conversations with friends who aren’t ready for a traditional Bible study. In this episode, I sit down with Andy Dejka, the mastermind behind Elevate!, to explore how it fosters deeper dialogue. We discuss its unique four-week, four-person, four-question format, leadership requirements, and the heart behind its creation. Andy also shares his personal call to mission, including how running a stand at a local farmer’s market shaped his approach to evangelization. Join us for this insightful conversation on building real relationships and drawing people closer to the Lord.
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Episode 174: Experience Miracles: How Alpha Youth Changed the Culture of a School
Episode | February 4th, 2025 | 51 mins 56 secs
alpha program, alpha youth, archdiocese of omaha, catholic, catholic ministry, catholic schools, christian podcast, disciples, encountering god, evangelism, evangelization, faith stories, faith transformation, father walter nolte, holy spirit, making disciples, miraculous encounters, prayer in schools, school miracles, spiritual growth, student faith, young people and faith, youth evangelization, youth ministry
Do you expect the miraculous from God? As believers, we are invited to trust in God's power and love, knowing He desires to move in our lives in profound and unexpected ways. Miracles are not confined to biblical times; they are a testament to God's ongoing presence in our world. When we step out in faith, we open the door for the Holy Spirit to work, transforming lives and communities. In this episode, I sit down with Fr. Walter Nolte, Pastor of the Padre Pio Family Parish Group, to discuss the incredible impact of the Alpha Youth program at Archbishop Bergan High School. Fr. Nolte shares inspiring stories of miracles, heartfelt prayers, and the transformative changes in students’ openness to God. We explore how simple acts of prayer and listening have broken down barriers—within students, families, and the broader faith community. This conversation is a powerful reminder of the importance of following the Holy Spirit's lead, connecting authentically with youth, and trusting in the transformative power of God's love.
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Episode 173: The Art of Neighboring with Dave Runyon
Episode | January 28th, 2025 | 51 mins 23 secs
archdiocese of omaha, building relationships, catholic, catholic ministry, christian leadership, christian living, christian podcast, community building, dave runyon, disciples, evangelism, evangelization, faith and community, faith in action, local mission, love your neighbor, making disciples, neighborhood connections, neighboring movement, practical faith, social safety net, spiritual growth, the art of neighboring
Is busyness subtly drowning out your ability to love God and love others? When we're constantly rushing from one task to the next, we lose the time and mental space to notice the needs of those around us, let alone build meaningful relationships with them. Our hurried lifestyles often turn our homes into mere refuges from the chaos instead of places of true connection and community. Today’s guest, Dave Runyon, author of The Art of Neighboring, shares how simple acts of loving and connecting with our neighbors can create a profound social safety net – stronger than governmental programs – and foster a deeper sense of community.
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Episode 158: Turn Fatigue into Flourishing: Reignite Your Passion for Evangelization with Fr. John Riccardo
Episode | August 27th, 2024 | 55 mins 39 secs
acts xxix, biblical worldview, catholic, catholic evangelization, catholic ministry, christian encouragement, christian podcast, church leadership, disciples, evangelism, evangelization, faith and hope, faith-based podcast, family on mission, fr. john riccardo, gospel proclamation, lay leadership, making disciples, ministry renewal, overcoming burnout, parish renewal, prayer and mission, religious inspiration, spiritual growth, the rescue project
Do you find it hard to maintain enthusiasm for evangelization? You’re not alone. Many of us in ministry face moments of profound fatigue and discouragement. But let me share something with you: the key to reigniting that passion lies in rediscovering the love and hope gifted by God which first called us to this mission.