app01 Mon, 06 Jul 2026 02:55:11 +0000 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) The EquipCast - Episodes Tagged with “Jim Jansen Podcast” https://archomahaequip.fireside.fm/tags/jim%20jansen%20podcast Tue, 06 Jan 2026 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 Coach's Corner 26: Rediscover the Heart of Evangelization https://archomahaequip.fireside.fm/cc26 3d8613d7-e722-4354-8d55-ee878a4ed3d9 Tue, 06 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0600 Jim Jansen | Everyday Evangelization & Parish Ministry Tools full Jim Jansen | Everyday Evangelization & Parish Ministry Tools How do you keep the Gospel alive and at the center of your work? Start with the quiet, world-changing truth that Jesus loves you. He gave His life to save you. And He is with you today—right now—to enlighten, strengthen, and free you. When we put that message at the heart of everything—our conversations, our ministries, our families—it changes everything. In this episode, I’ll share why this matters and how you can make it part of your everyday life. 13:16 no <p><strong>How do you keep the Gospel alive and at the center of your work?</strong></p> <p>Start with the quiet, world-changing truth that Jesus loves you. He gave His life to save you. And He is with you today—right now—to enlighten, strengthen, and free you. When we put that message at the heart of everything—our conversations, our ministries, our families—it changes everything. In this episode, I’ll share why this matters and how you can make it part of your everyday life.</p> <p>[00:34] Understanding Evangelization<br> [02:01] Defining Evangelization<br> [03:22] Misconceptions About Evangelization<br> [06:34] The Heart of Evangelization<br> [09:54] Practical Steps for Everyday Preaching<br> [12:08] Closing Thoughts and Prayer</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> heart of evangelization, evangelization podcast, Catholic evangelization, missionary discipleship, new evangelization, Jim Jansen podcast, EquipCast episode, proclaim the Gospel, everyday preaching, Pope Francis evangelization, Great Commission, Catholic ministry renewal, evangelization tips, Gospel proclamation, Archdiocese of Omaha podcast How do you keep the Gospel alive and at the center of your work?

Start with the quiet, world-changing truth that Jesus loves you. He gave His life to save you. And He is with you today—right now—to enlighten, strengthen, and free you. When we put that message at the heart of everything—our conversations, our ministries, our families—it changes everything. In this episode, I’ll share why this matters and how you can make it part of your everyday life.

[00:34] Understanding Evangelization
[02:01] Defining Evangelization
[03:22] Misconceptions About Evangelization
[06:34] The Heart of Evangelization
[09:54] Practical Steps for Everyday Preaching
[12:08] Closing Thoughts and Prayer

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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Start with the quiet, world-changing truth that Jesus loves you. He gave His life to save you. And He is with you today—right now—to enlighten, strengthen, and free you. When we put that message at the heart of everything—our conversations, our ministries, our families—it changes everything. In this episode, I’ll share why this matters and how you can make it part of your everyday life.

[00:34] Understanding Evangelization
[02:01] Defining Evangelization
[03:22] Misconceptions About Evangelization
[06:34] The Heart of Evangelization
[09:54] Practical Steps for Everyday Preaching
[12:08] Closing Thoughts and Prayer

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)

]]> BONUS: 3 Reasons You Should Join us at SEEK! https://archomahaequip.fireside.fm/bonus 60b32bf8-c0a9-411a-b7a4-83b9f991ba7c Tue, 28 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0500 Jim Jansen | Everyday Evangelization & Parish Ministry Tools full Jim Jansen | Everyday Evangelization & Parish Ministry Tools Imagine standing among thousands of faithful Catholics, voices lifted in prayer and praise. In that moment, you can feel the Church fully alive—young, reverent, and on fire for mission. In this short bonus episode, I share a personal story from my family and three compelling reasons why SEEK might be exactly what your heart’s been longing for. Whether you’re craving hope, community, or a deeper sense of purpose, this isn’t just a conference—it’s a chance to be renewed. Give it a listen, and let the Spirit stir something new in you. 8:17 no <p>Imagine standing among thousands of faithful Catholics, voices lifted in prayer and praise. In that moment, you can feel the Church fully alive—young, reverent, and on fire for mission. In this short bonus episode, I share a personal story from my family and three compelling reasons why SEEK might be exactly what your heart’s been longing for. Whether you’re craving hope, community, or a deeper sense of purpose, this isn’t just a conference—it’s a chance to be renewed. Give it a listen, and let the Spirit stir something new in you.</p> <p>[00:29] Why You Should Attend the Focus Seek Conference<br> [01:17] Personal Family Insights<br> [03:14] Reason 1: See the Church Alive<br> [05:12] Reason 2: Be Equipped for Mission<br> [06:18] Reason 3: Inspirational Speakers<br> [06:48] Special Grants for Omaha Archdiocese</p> <p><a href="https://archdioceseofomaha.formstack.com/forms/conference_grant" rel="nofollow noopener">Conference Grant Application</a> for ArchOmaha parish groups of 3 or more.</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> SEEK 2026, Catholic conference, Archdiocese of Omaha, Jim Jansen podcast, EquipCast, Catholic evangelization, parish renewal, missionary discipleship, Focus SEEK, Catholic inspiration, Church alive, faith and family, Catholic events, spiritual renewal, Catholic podcast, adult faith formation Imagine standing among thousands of faithful Catholics, voices lifted in prayer and praise. In that moment, you can feel the Church fully alive—young, reverent, and on fire for mission. In this short bonus episode, I share a personal story from my family and three compelling reasons why SEEK might be exactly what your heart’s been longing for. Whether you’re craving hope, community, or a deeper sense of purpose, this isn’t just a conference—it’s a chance to be renewed. Give it a listen, and let the Spirit stir something new in you.

[00:29] Why You Should Attend the Focus Seek Conference
[01:17] Personal Family Insights
[03:14] Reason 1: See the Church Alive
[05:12] Reason 2: Be Equipped for Mission
[06:18] Reason 3: Inspirational Speakers
[06:48] Special Grants for Omaha Archdiocese

Conference Grant Application for ArchOmaha parish groups of 3 or more.

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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[00:29] Why You Should Attend the Focus Seek Conference
[01:17] Personal Family Insights
[03:14] Reason 1: See the Church Alive
[05:12] Reason 2: Be Equipped for Mission
[06:18] Reason 3: Inspirational Speakers
[06:48] Special Grants for Omaha Archdiocese

Conference Grant Application for ArchOmaha parish groups of 3 or more.

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)

]]> Coach's Corner 22: The Parish Pope Francis Dreamt of https://archomahaequip.fireside.fm/cc22 7917ba80-11e6-470c-b2e8-160495c4b02a Tue, 24 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0500 Jim Jansen | Everyday Evangelization & Parish Ministry Tools full Jim Jansen | Everyday Evangelization & Parish Ministry Tools What if our parish wasn’t just a place we come to—but a place we’re be sent from? That’s the vision: parishes as missionary outposts, where we’re formed, equipped, and fired up to bring Jesus to the world around us. Imagine a community where people are on fire with God’s love, confident in their faith, and ready to share it. A place where the fruit isn’t just attendance numbers, but transformed lives—families healed, hearts stirred, and the Gospel reaching places it’s never gone. That’s the kind of fruit we’re after. Let’s talk about how to get there. 10:44 no <p><strong>What if our parish wasn’t just a place we come to—but a place we’re sent from?</strong> </p> <p>That’s the vision: parishes as missionary outposts, where we’re formed, equipped, and fired up to bring Jesus to the world around us. Imagine a community where people are on fire with God’s love, confident in their faith, and ready to share it. A place where the fruit isn’t just attendance numbers, but transformed lives—families healed, hearts stirred, and the Gospel reaching places it’s never gone. That’s the kind of fruit we’re after. Let’s talk about how to get there.</p> <p>[00:23] Coaches Corner: Begin with the End in Mind<br> [00:41] Parenting Wisdom: Raising Adults, Not Children<br> [02:52] Building a Vision for Your Parish<br> [02:58] Pope Francis' Vision for Parishes<br> [08:26] Applying the Vision to Youth Ministry<br> [09:05] Reflecting on Your Ministry Goals<br> [09:45] Closing Thoughts and Prayer</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> missionary parish, Catholic evangelization, parish renewal, Jim Jansen podcast, EquipCast Archdiocese of Omaha, begin with the end in mind, Pope Francis parish vision, Catholic ministry training, youth ministry transformation, lay evangelization, Vatican II parish mission, Canon Law evangelization, Catholic podcast inspiration, missionary disciples, Catholic leadership, parish outreach, evangelization strategy, Catholic family ministry, training for evangelizers, Catholic youth on mission What if our parish wasn’t just a place we come to—but a place we’re sent from?

That’s the vision: parishes as missionary outposts, where we’re formed, equipped, and fired up to bring Jesus to the world around us. Imagine a community where people are on fire with God’s love, confident in their faith, and ready to share it. A place where the fruit isn’t just attendance numbers, but transformed lives—families healed, hearts stirred, and the Gospel reaching places it’s never gone. That’s the kind of fruit we’re after. Let’s talk about how to get there.

[00:23] Coaches Corner: Begin with the End in Mind
[00:41] Parenting Wisdom: Raising Adults, Not Children
[02:52] Building a Vision for Your Parish
[02:58] Pope Francis' Vision for Parishes
[08:26] Applying the Vision to Youth Ministry
[09:05] Reflecting on Your Ministry Goals
[09:45] Closing Thoughts and Prayer

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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That’s the vision: parishes as missionary outposts, where we’re formed, equipped, and fired up to bring Jesus to the world around us. Imagine a community where people are on fire with God’s love, confident in their faith, and ready to share it. A place where the fruit isn’t just attendance numbers, but transformed lives—families healed, hearts stirred, and the Gospel reaching places it’s never gone. That’s the kind of fruit we’re after. Let’s talk about how to get there.

[00:23] Coaches Corner: Begin with the End in Mind
[00:41] Parenting Wisdom: Raising Adults, Not Children
[02:52] Building a Vision for Your Parish
[02:58] Pope Francis' Vision for Parishes
[08:26] Applying the Vision to Youth Ministry
[09:05] Reflecting on Your Ministry Goals
[09:45] Closing Thoughts and Prayer

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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