app02 Mon, 29 Jun 2026 04:56:02 +0000 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) The EquipCast - Episodes Tagged with “Clear Path” https://archomahaequip.fireside.fm/tags/clear%20path Wed, 29 Apr 2026 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 Summer Break - See you in August! https://archomahaequip.fireside.fm/summerbreak 68fce581-60ce-4364-b1a7-758d7872f6fc Wed, 29 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500 Jim Jansen | Everyday Evangelization & Parish Ministry Tools full Jim Jansen | Everyday Evangelization & Parish Ministry Tools Hey friends, the EquipCast is hitting pause early for a summer reset. We’re stepping into a break starting in May… because something new, bold, and exciting is coming your way. Rest up, enjoy the summer, and get ready—we’re back in August with fresh formats, global voices, and next‑level connections. Stay tuned! 🎙️🔥 1:45 no <p>Hey friends, the EquipCast is hitting pause <em>early</em> for a summer reset. We’re stepping into a break starting in May… because something <strong>new, bold, and exciting</strong> is coming your way. Rest up, enjoy the summer, and get ready. <strong>We’re back in August with fresh formats, global voices, and next‑level connections. Stay tuned!</strong> </p> break, back in August, EquipCast, Jim Jansen, Clear Path, evangelization coaching Hey friends, the EquipCast is hitting pause early for a summer reset. We’re stepping into a break starting in May… because something new, bold, and exciting is coming your way. Rest up, enjoy the summer, and get ready. We’re back in August with fresh formats, global voices, and next‑level connections. Stay tuned!

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]]> Step 3: Faith Formation – The Ministries that Make Up a Clear Path of Discipleship https://archomahaequip.fireside.fm/164 9706cb5c-0d7a-4616-afd6-f42838efbe24 Tue, 15 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0500 Jim Jansen | Everyday Evangelization & Parish Ministry Tools 164 Step 3: Faith Formation – The Ministries that Make Up a Clear Path of Discipleship full Jim Jansen | Everyday Evangelization & Parish Ministry Tools Most parishes form their people in the faith, but do they truly teach individuals how to pray, help them understand and actively engage with the sacraments, and guide them in making practical, moral changes in the daily lives? Developing the habits of a disciple can be challenging, and it happens most effectively within a community where people support and challenge one another to grow as followers of Jesus. In today’s conversation, Jodi Phillips and Michelle Zuhlke join me to discuss the faith formation step of building a clear path for discipleship. We explore the importance of small groups in fostering spiritual growth, emphasizing the role of personal relationships and mentorship. 58:22 no <p>Most parishes form their people in the faith, but do they truly teach individuals how to pray, help them understand and actively engage with the sacraments, and guide them in making practical, moral changes in the daily lives? Developing the habits of a disciple can be challenging, and it happens most effectively within a community where people support and challenge one another to grow as followers of Jesus.</p> <p>In today’s conversation, Jodi Phillips and Michelle Zuhlke join me to discuss the faith formation step of building a clear path for discipleship. We explore the importance of small groups in fostering spiritual growth, emphasizing the role of personal relationships and mentorship. </p> <p>[01:27] Deep Dive into Faith Formation<br> [06:39] Mentorship and Community Impact<br> [09:00] Education vs. Formation<br> [17:53] Living the Faith Together<br> [23:54] Expressions of Faith Formation<br> [31:51] Characteristics of Effective Faith Formation<br> [34:14] Mentorship and Shared Life<br> [41:02] Diagnosing Faith Formation Issues<br> [43:21] Engaging Content for Faith Formation<br> [51:19] Evangelization Formation and Small Groups</p> <p>For more on the Clear Path, read the book, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Clear-Path-Missionary-Disciples-Parish/dp/B0CHL7DB58" rel="nofollow noopener">A Clear Path to Discipleship</a>, or check out our “cheat-sheet” <a href="https://equip.archomaha.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/CP-Definitions-and-Phases-8.pdf" rel="nofollow noopener">Clear Path Definitions and Phases</a>. </p> <p>Also, if you were inspired by Michelle, check out <a href="https://ourcatholicfamily.org/" rel="nofollow noopener">Our Catholic Family</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> faith formation, missionary disciples, clear path, spiritual growth, mentorship program, Live Lent Together, Catechesis, Small groups Most parishes form their people in the faith, but do they truly teach individuals how to pray, help them understand and actively engage with the sacraments, and guide them in making practical, moral changes in the daily lives? Developing the habits of a disciple can be challenging, and it happens most effectively within a community where people support and challenge one another to grow as followers of Jesus.

In today’s conversation, Jodi Phillips and Michelle Zuhlke join me to discuss the faith formation step of building a clear path for discipleship. We explore the importance of small groups in fostering spiritual growth, emphasizing the role of personal relationships and mentorship.

[01:27] Deep Dive into Faith Formation
[06:39] Mentorship and Community Impact
[09:00] Education vs. Formation
[17:53] Living the Faith Together
[23:54] Expressions of Faith Formation
[31:51] Characteristics of Effective Faith Formation
[34:14] Mentorship and Shared Life
[41:02] Diagnosing Faith Formation Issues
[43:21] Engaging Content for Faith Formation
[51:19] Evangelization Formation and Small Groups

For more on the Clear Path, read the book, A Clear Path to Discipleship, or check out our “cheat-sheet” Clear Path Definitions and Phases.

Also, if you were inspired by Michelle, check out Our Catholic Family.

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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In today’s conversation, Jodi Phillips and Michelle Zuhlke join me to discuss the faith formation step of building a clear path for discipleship. We explore the importance of small groups in fostering spiritual growth, emphasizing the role of personal relationships and mentorship.

[01:27] Deep Dive into Faith Formation
[06:39] Mentorship and Community Impact
[09:00] Education vs. Formation
[17:53] Living the Faith Together
[23:54] Expressions of Faith Formation
[31:51] Characteristics of Effective Faith Formation
[34:14] Mentorship and Shared Life
[41:02] Diagnosing Faith Formation Issues
[43:21] Engaging Content for Faith Formation
[51:19] Evangelization Formation and Small Groups

For more on the Clear Path, read the book, A Clear Path to Discipleship, or check out our “cheat-sheet” Clear Path Definitions and Phases.

Also, if you were inspired by Michelle, check out Our Catholic Family.

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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