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    <description>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.</description>
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    <itunes:summary>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.</itunes:summary>
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  <title>Episode 168: How to Tell If Your Prayer Life Is Working with Nathan Crankfield, Sales Lead for Hallow</title>
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  <itunes:subtitle>Ever wonder if your prayer life is making a difference? Look for the fruits. Are you experiencing more peace, patience, and love in your relationships? Do you feel more attuned to God’s presence and guidance in your daily life? Challenges can also be a signpost—when your prayer life is strong, you’re more likely to face difficulties with grace and clarity.  But what about those times when it feels like nothing is happening? Often, God is quietly working in your heart in ways you may not immediately notice. In today’s episode, we’re joined by Nathan Crankfield, Sales Lead at Hallow, to uncover the transformative power of prayer. Nathan shares personal insights and practical tips on recognizing when your prayers are bearing fruit and how to overcome the challenges of staying consistent in prayer. He also highlights how tools like the Hallow app can support your spiritual growth and help you connect with God more deeply.  Join us for an inspiring conversation about building a vibrant prayer life, embracing God’s work in your heart, and navigating life’s highs and lows with faith and grace.</itunes:subtitle>
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  <description>&lt;p&gt;Ever wonder if your prayer life is making a difference? Look for the fruits. Are you experiencing more peace, patience, and love in your relationships? Do you feel more attuned to God’s presence and guidance in your daily life? Challenges can also be a signpost—when your prayer life is strong, you’re more likely to face difficulties with grace and clarity.  But what about those times when it feels like nothing is happening? Often, God is quietly working in your heart in ways you may not immediately notice.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;In today’s episode, we’re joined by Nathan Crankfield, Sales Lead at Hallow, to uncover the transformative power of prayer. Nathan shares personal insights and practical tips on recognizing when your prayers are bearing fruit and how to overcome the challenges of staying consistent in prayer. He also highlights how tools like the Hallow app can support your spiritual growth and help you connect with God more deeply.  Join us for an inspiring conversation about building a vibrant prayer life, embracing God’s work in your heart, and navigating life’s highs and lows with faith and grace.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;[01:08] Nathan's Background and Faith Journey&lt;br&gt;
[07:26] College Life and Spiritual Growth at Mount St. Mary's&lt;br&gt;
[16:01] The Importance and Practice of Prayer&lt;br&gt;
[33:56] God's Desire for Silence and Conversation&lt;br&gt;
[36:51] Recognizing the Fruits of Prayer&lt;br&gt;
[39:52] Challenges in Maintaining a Prayer Life&lt;br&gt;
[46:21] Balancing Work and Prayer&lt;br&gt;
[53:40] The Impact of the Hallow App&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Don’t forget to check out &lt;a href="https://www.instagram.com/nathancrankfield/" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt;Nathan Crankfield&lt;/a&gt; on Instagram and his website &lt;a href="https://nathancrankfield.com/" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt;Seeking Excellence&lt;/a&gt;. And if you aren’t using the app yet: &lt;a href="https://hallow.com/" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt;Hallow.com&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;For more practical advice and experiences from real people sharing their mission with the world, go to &lt;a href="https://equip.archomaha.org/podcast/" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt;https://equip.archomaha.org/podcast/&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;A Production of the Archdiocese of Omaha&lt;br&gt;
Editor: Taylor Schroll (ForteCatholic.com) &lt;/p&gt;
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    <![CDATA[<p>Ever wonder if your prayer life is making a difference? Look for the fruits. Are you experiencing more peace, patience, and love in your relationships? Do you feel more attuned to God’s presence and guidance in your daily life? Challenges can also be a signpost—when your prayer life is strong, you’re more likely to face difficulties with grace and clarity.  But what about those times when it feels like nothing is happening? Often, God is quietly working in your heart in ways you may not immediately notice.</p>

<p>In today’s episode, we’re joined by Nathan Crankfield, Sales Lead at Hallow, to uncover the transformative power of prayer. Nathan shares personal insights and practical tips on recognizing when your prayers are bearing fruit and how to overcome the challenges of staying consistent in prayer. He also highlights how tools like the Hallow app can support your spiritual growth and help you connect with God more deeply.  Join us for an inspiring conversation about building a vibrant prayer life, embracing God’s work in your heart, and navigating life’s highs and lows with faith and grace.</p>

<p>[01:08] Nathan's Background and Faith Journey<br>
[07:26] College Life and Spiritual Growth at Mount St. Mary's<br>
[16:01] The Importance and Practice of Prayer<br>
[33:56] God's Desire for Silence and Conversation<br>
[36:51] Recognizing the Fruits of Prayer<br>
[39:52] Challenges in Maintaining a Prayer Life<br>
[46:21] Balancing Work and Prayer<br>
[53:40] The Impact of the Hallow App</p>

<p>Don’t forget to check out <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nathancrankfield/" rel="nofollow noopener">Nathan Crankfield</a> on Instagram and his website <a href="https://nathancrankfield.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">Seeking Excellence</a>. And if you aren’t using the app yet: <a href="https://hallow.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">Hallow.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>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>Ever wonder if your prayer life is making a difference? Look for the fruits. Are you experiencing more peace, patience, and love in your relationships? Do you feel more attuned to God’s presence and guidance in your daily life? Challenges can also be a signpost—when your prayer life is strong, you’re more likely to face difficulties with grace and clarity.  But what about those times when it feels like nothing is happening? Often, God is quietly working in your heart in ways you may not immediately notice.</p>

<p>In today’s episode, we’re joined by Nathan Crankfield, Sales Lead at Hallow, to uncover the transformative power of prayer. Nathan shares personal insights and practical tips on recognizing when your prayers are bearing fruit and how to overcome the challenges of staying consistent in prayer. He also highlights how tools like the Hallow app can support your spiritual growth and help you connect with God more deeply.  Join us for an inspiring conversation about building a vibrant prayer life, embracing God’s work in your heart, and navigating life’s highs and lows with faith and grace.</p>

<p>[01:08] Nathan's Background and Faith Journey<br>
[07:26] College Life and Spiritual Growth at Mount St. Mary's<br>
[16:01] The Importance and Practice of Prayer<br>
[33:56] God's Desire for Silence and Conversation<br>
[36:51] Recognizing the Fruits of Prayer<br>
[39:52] Challenges in Maintaining a Prayer Life<br>
[46:21] Balancing Work and Prayer<br>
[53:40] The Impact of the Hallow App</p>

<p>Don’t forget to check out <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nathancrankfield/" rel="nofollow noopener">Nathan Crankfield</a> on Instagram and his website <a href="https://nathancrankfield.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">Seeking Excellence</a>. And if you aren’t using the app yet: <a href="https://hallow.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">Hallow.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>]]>
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  <title>Episode 131: How to Build the Spiritual Habits of Consistancy and Honesty in Prayer</title>
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  <pubDate>Tue, 14 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
  <author>Jim Jansen | Everyday Evangelization &amp; Parish Ministry Tools</author>
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  <itunes:episode>131</itunes:episode>
  <itunes:title>How to Build the Spiritual Habits of Consistancy and Honesty in Prayer</itunes:title>
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  <itunes:author>Jim Jansen | Everyday Evangelization &amp; Parish Ministry Tools</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Ever wondered why prayer sometimes feels like you are talking to yourself? Do you ever look around at other leaders in your parish, thinking they've got it all figured out in the prayer department while you're struggling to keep up? Or maybe you just crave a deeper connection with God. Today’s guest, Jim Beckman, breaks open the art of prayer. According to Jim, prayer is meant to be a real heart-to-heart with God, an open and honest exchange. As he puts it, “You can't deceive Him. You can't trick Him. You can't hide anything from Him. So why not just give up on that right away and just be who you are.” </itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>50:16</itunes:duration>
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  <description>&lt;p&gt;Ever wondered why prayer sometimes feels like you are talking to yourself? Do you ever look around at other leaders in your parish, thinking they've got it all figured out in the prayer department while you're struggling to keep up? Or maybe you just crave a deeper connection with God. &lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Today’s guest, Jim Beckman, breaks open the art of prayer. According to Jim, prayer is meant to be a real heart-to-heart with God, an open and honest exchange. As he puts it, “You can't deceive Him. You can't trick Him. You can't hide anything from Him. So why not just give up on that right away and just be who you are.” &lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Here's a sneak peek of what’s waiting for you in this episode:&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Embrace Spiritual Growth through Prayer:&lt;/strong&gt; Prioritize honesty and consistency in your prayer life.  These are the secret sauce for personal and spiritual development.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Navigate Modern Culture for Authentic Prayer:&lt;/strong&gt; Dial down the noise and distractions in your daily life. Create intentional spaces for prayer that are genuine and truly meaningful.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Establish Your Daily Prayer Routine:&lt;/strong&gt; Begin by dedicating a solid 15-20 minutes each day in prayer. Build a consistent habit that deepens your connection with the divine.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Use Prayer for Healing and Challenges:&lt;/strong&gt; Understand the transformative power of prayer. Address personal challenges and facilitate healing, especially for those in ministry leadership roles.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;p&gt;If you’d like to take your prayer life up a notch, check out these addition resources:  &lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;a href="https://www.amazon.com/Time-God-Jacques-Philippe/dp/1594170665/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1QIVBPKH7HDC1&amp;amp;keywords=time+for+God&amp;amp;qid=1695420469&amp;amp;s=books&amp;amp;sprefix=time+for+god%2Cstripbooks%2C83&amp;amp;sr=1-1" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt;Time for God&lt;/a&gt; by Jacques Philippe&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;a href="https://www.amazon.com/God-Help-Me-Grow-Prayer/dp/0867168900" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt;God, Help Me: How to Grow in Prayer&lt;/a&gt; by Jim Beckman&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;&lt;a href="https://impactcenter.com/" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt;Impact Center&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;p&gt;For more practical advice and experiences from real people sharing their mission with the world, go to &lt;a href="https://equip.archomaha.org/podcast/" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt;https://equip.archomaha.org/podcast/&lt;/a&gt;. &lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;A Production of the Archdiocese of Omaha&lt;br&gt;
Editor: Taylor Schroll (ForteCatholic.com) &lt;/p&gt;
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    <![CDATA[<p>Ever wondered why prayer sometimes feels like you are talking to yourself? Do you ever look around at other leaders in your parish, thinking they've got it all figured out in the prayer department while you're struggling to keep up? Or maybe you just crave a deeper connection with God. </p>

<p>Today’s guest, Jim Beckman, breaks open the art of prayer. According to Jim, prayer is meant to be a real heart-to-heart with God, an open and honest exchange. As he puts it, “You can't deceive Him. You can't trick Him. You can't hide anything from Him. So why not just give up on that right away and just be who you are.” </p>

<p>Here's a sneak peek of what’s waiting for you in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><strong>Embrace Spiritual Growth through Prayer:</strong> Prioritize honesty and consistency in your prayer life.  These are the secret sauce for personal and spiritual development.</li>
<li><strong>Navigate Modern Culture for Authentic Prayer:</strong> Dial down the noise and distractions in your daily life. Create intentional spaces for prayer that are genuine and truly meaningful.</li>
<li><strong>Establish Your Daily Prayer Routine:</strong> Begin by dedicating a solid 15-20 minutes each day in prayer. Build a consistent habit that deepens your connection with the divine.</li>
<li><strong>Use Prayer for Healing and Challenges:</strong> Understand the transformative power of prayer. Address personal challenges and facilitate healing, especially for those in ministry leadership roles.</li>
</ul>

<p>If you’d like to take your prayer life up a notch, check out these addition resources:  </p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Time-God-Jacques-Philippe/dp/1594170665/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1QIVBPKH7HDC1&amp;keywords=time+for+God&amp;qid=1695420469&amp;s=books&amp;sprefix=time+for+god%2Cstripbooks%2C83&amp;sr=1-1" rel="nofollow noopener">Time for God</a> by Jacques Philippe</li>
<li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/God-Help-Me-Grow-Prayer/dp/0867168900" rel="nofollow noopener">God, Help Me: How to Grow in Prayer</a> by Jim Beckman</li>
<li><a href="https://impactcenter.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">Impact Center</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>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>Ever wondered why prayer sometimes feels like you are talking to yourself? Do you ever look around at other leaders in your parish, thinking they've got it all figured out in the prayer department while you're struggling to keep up? Or maybe you just crave a deeper connection with God. </p>

<p>Today’s guest, Jim Beckman, breaks open the art of prayer. According to Jim, prayer is meant to be a real heart-to-heart with God, an open and honest exchange. As he puts it, “You can't deceive Him. You can't trick Him. You can't hide anything from Him. So why not just give up on that right away and just be who you are.” </p>

<p>Here's a sneak peek of what’s waiting for you in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><strong>Embrace Spiritual Growth through Prayer:</strong> Prioritize honesty and consistency in your prayer life.  These are the secret sauce for personal and spiritual development.</li>
<li><strong>Navigate Modern Culture for Authentic Prayer:</strong> Dial down the noise and distractions in your daily life. Create intentional spaces for prayer that are genuine and truly meaningful.</li>
<li><strong>Establish Your Daily Prayer Routine:</strong> Begin by dedicating a solid 15-20 minutes each day in prayer. Build a consistent habit that deepens your connection with the divine.</li>
<li><strong>Use Prayer for Healing and Challenges:</strong> Understand the transformative power of prayer. Address personal challenges and facilitate healing, especially for those in ministry leadership roles.</li>
</ul>

<p>If you’d like to take your prayer life up a notch, check out these addition resources:  </p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Time-God-Jacques-Philippe/dp/1594170665/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1QIVBPKH7HDC1&amp;keywords=time+for+God&amp;qid=1695420469&amp;s=books&amp;sprefix=time+for+god%2Cstripbooks%2C83&amp;sr=1-1" rel="nofollow noopener">Time for God</a> by Jacques Philippe</li>
<li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/God-Help-Me-Grow-Prayer/dp/0867168900" rel="nofollow noopener">God, Help Me: How to Grow in Prayer</a> by Jim Beckman</li>
<li><a href="https://impactcenter.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">Impact Center</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>]]>
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