web02.fireside.fm Tue, 28 Apr 2026 02:03:52 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) EquipCast - Episodes Tagged with “Leadership” https://archomahaequip.fireside.fm/tags/leadership Tue, 14 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0600 Sharing your Catholic faith with family and friends can sometimes feel daunting. Where do I start? How do I make an impact? Welcome to EquipCast, a weekly podcast from the Archdiocese of Omaha. We want to support your faith journey and equip you with the tools to express your faith authentically in your everyday life. Each week, we’ll discuss practical advice and experiences from real people sharing their mission with the world. Each episode is filled with encouragement and inspiration so you can make an impact and make disciples in your own faith community. For more information and to stay connected with us, head to equip.archomaha.org/podcast/. en-us episodic Encouragement and inspiration for sharing your catholic faith Archdiocese of Omaha Sharing your Catholic faith with family and friends can sometimes feel daunting. Where do I start? How do I make an impact? Welcome to EquipCast, a weekly podcast from the Archdiocese of Omaha. We want to support your faith journey and equip you with the tools to express your faith authentically in your everyday life. Each week, we’ll discuss practical advice and experiences from real people sharing their mission with the world. Each episode is filled with encouragement and inspiration so you can make an impact and make disciples in your own faith community. For more information and to stay connected with us, head to equip.archomaha.org/podcast/. no Archdiocese, Catholic Church, evangelization, evangelism, disciple Archdiocese of Omaha whitney.a.bradley@gmail.com Episode 171: Transform Your Parish: Fr. James Mallon on Evangelization, Discipleship, and Church Growth https://archomahaequip.fireside.fm/171 48e917c6-e52f-41eb-93f8-d3b47adfcfec Tue, 14 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0600 Archdiocese of Omaha 171 Transform Your Parish: Fr. James Mallon on Evangelization, Discipleship, and Church Growth full Archdiocese of Omaha Pope John Paul II tells us that “evangelization is the cornerstone of all pastoral action, the demands of which are primary, preeminent and preferential.” Yet, let’s be real—how often do we actually see this lived out in our parishes? Evangelization tends to take a back seat, overshadowed by other priorities, rarely making it into budgets or staffing plans. But here’s the truth: holiness and orthodoxy aren’t enough on their own to renew a parish. This week, I sit down with Fr. James Mallon, the author of Divine Renovation, to talk about how we can create parishes that inspire a commitment to Christ and cultivate a dynamic, engaged faith community. We dive into what it takes to make evangelization the heart of parish life, break through cultural barriers, and build leadership teams that lead with purpose. 1:06:25 no Pope John Paul II tells us that “evangelization is the cornerstone of all pastoral action, the demands of which are primary, preeminent and preferential.” Yet, let’s be real—how often do we actually see this lived out in our parishes? Evangelization tends to take a back seat, overshadowed by other priorities, rarely making it into budgets or staffing plans. But here’s the truth: holiness and orthodoxy aren’t enough on their own to renew a parish. This week, I sit down with Fr. James Mallon, the author of Divine Renovation, to talk about how we can create parishes that inspire a commitment to Christ and cultivate a dynamic, engaged faith community. We dive into what it takes to make evangelization the heart of parish life, break through cultural barriers, and build leadership teams that lead with purpose. [03:08] Father James Mallon's Journey: From Ordination to Evangelization [08:13] The Role of Evangelization in Parish Transformation [11:38] Practical Steps to Prioritize Evangelization [21:08] Defining Evangelization: What It Is and What It Isn't [31:54] The Role of the Baptized in Evangelization [33:52] Transforming Parishes into Missionary Outposts [36:05] Challenges and Success Stories [40:37] Building Effective Leadership Teams [52:31] Insights from Diocesan Leadership [58:17] Keys to Continued Growth in Parish Renewal [01:02:57] The Power of the Holy Spirit Also, check out Fr. Mallon’s current parish OLG Dartmouth (https://www.ourladyofguadalupe.ca/), Divine Renovation Ministry (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQjXZBNQbWBzH7EScMDwaMA) YouTube channel, and the Divine Renovation website (https://divinerenovation.org/). 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) evangelization, parish renewal, Fr. James Mallon, Divine Renovation, making disciples, church transformation, leadership, spiritual growth, personal encounter with Jesus, Holy Spirit, missionary discipleship, parish culture shift, faith community, pastoral activity, breaking barriers, renewing faith, cultural shift, missionary focus, church leadership, parish evangelization Pope John Paul II tells us that “evangelization is the cornerstone of all pastoral action, the demands of which are primary, preeminent and preferential.” Yet, let’s be real—how often do we actually see this lived out in our parishes? Evangelization tends to take a back seat, overshadowed by other priorities, rarely making it into budgets or staffing plans. But here’s the truth: holiness and orthodoxy aren’t enough on their own to renew a parish.

This week, I sit down with Fr. James Mallon, the author of Divine Renovation, to talk about how we can create parishes that inspire a commitment to Christ and cultivate a dynamic, engaged faith community. We dive into what it takes to make evangelization the heart of parish life, break through cultural barriers, and build leadership teams that lead with purpose.

[03:08] Father James Mallon's Journey: From Ordination to Evangelization
[08:13] The Role of Evangelization in Parish Transformation
[11:38] Practical Steps to Prioritize Evangelization
[21:08] Defining Evangelization: What It Is and What It Isn't
[31:54] The Role of the Baptized in Evangelization
[33:52] Transforming Parishes into Missionary Outposts
[36:05] Challenges and Success Stories
[40:37] Building Effective Leadership Teams
[52:31] Insights from Diocesan Leadership
[58:17] Keys to Continued Growth in Parish Renewal
[01:02:57] The Power of the Holy Spirit

Also, check out Fr. Mallon’s current parish OLG Dartmouth, Divine Renovation Ministry YouTube channel, and the Divine Renovation website.

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)

]]> Pope John Paul II tells us that “evangelization is the cornerstone of all pastoral action, the demands of which are primary, preeminent and preferential.” Yet, let’s be real—how often do we actually see this lived out in our parishes? Evangelization tends to take a back seat, overshadowed by other priorities, rarely making it into budgets or staffing plans. But here’s the truth: holiness and orthodoxy aren’t enough on their own to renew a parish.

This week, I sit down with Fr. James Mallon, the author of Divine Renovation, to talk about how we can create parishes that inspire a commitment to Christ and cultivate a dynamic, engaged faith community. We dive into what it takes to make evangelization the heart of parish life, break through cultural barriers, and build leadership teams that lead with purpose.

[03:08] Father James Mallon's Journey: From Ordination to Evangelization
[08:13] The Role of Evangelization in Parish Transformation
[11:38] Practical Steps to Prioritize Evangelization
[21:08] Defining Evangelization: What It Is and What It Isn't
[31:54] The Role of the Baptized in Evangelization
[33:52] Transforming Parishes into Missionary Outposts
[36:05] Challenges and Success Stories
[40:37] Building Effective Leadership Teams
[52:31] Insights from Diocesan Leadership
[58:17] Keys to Continued Growth in Parish Renewal
[01:02:57] The Power of the Holy Spirit

Also, check out Fr. Mallon’s current parish OLG Dartmouth, Divine Renovation Ministry YouTube channel, and the Divine Renovation website.

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 160: When to Listen and When to Advise: Lessons from a Live Coaching Conversation https://archomahaequip.fireside.fm/160 0ce23697-5190-4694-ac59-f7f3836be29b Tue, 10 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0500 Archdiocese of Omaha 160 When to Listen and When to Advise: Lessons from a Live Coaching Conversation full Archdiocese of Omaha Have you ever been asked for help but then felt like you were just giving unwanted advice? It’s tough to know how to make your words count. On my team, we use an approach called coaching that focuses on active listening to really support and empower the clergy and lay leaders we work with. We’ve also found that this method can make you a better friend. Today, I bring you a live coaching session with Fr. Scott Schilmoeller, Vocations Director for the Archdiocese of Omaha. We explore how coaching principles like active listening, asking the right questions, and encouraging growth can transform not only professional roles but also personal friendships. You will also hear Fr. Schilmoeller share his experiences and strategies for promoting vocations. Whether you’re interested in coaching, vocations, or simply becoming a better friend, this episode is for you. Tune in to learn how to support and uplift those around you more effectively. 47:54 no Have you ever been asked for help but then felt like you were just giving unwanted advice? It’s tough to know how to make your words count. On my team, we use an approach called coaching that focuses on active listening to really support and empower the clergy and lay leaders we work with. We’ve also found that this method can make you a better friend. Today, I bring you a live coaching session with Fr. Scott Schilmoeller, Vocations Director for the Archdiocese of Omaha. We explore how coaching principles like active listening, asking the right questions, and encouraging growth can transform not only professional roles but also personal friendships. You will also hear Fr. Schilmoeller share his experiences and strategies for promoting vocations. Whether you’re interested in coaching, vocations, or simply becoming a better friend, this episode is for you. Tune in to learn how to support and uplift those around you more effectively. [02:34] Coaching Session Overview [03:45] Identifying Priorities and Vision [06:54] Understanding Vocation Hotspots [14:33] Accompanying and Supporting Leaders [24:07] Encouraging Active Listening [27:24] Creating a Concrete Format [28:07] Naming Next Steps [34:23] Benefits of Coaching [36:17] Distinguishing Coaching from Other Disciplines [43:05] Finding the Right Coach Resources mentioned in this episode: * Metanoia Catholic (https://www.metanoiacatholic.com/get-coached) * Omaha Vocations (https://omahavocations.org/) 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) Coaching, Active Listening, Empowering Others, Vocations, Friendship, Supportive Conversations, Leadership, Personal Growth, Professional Development, Collaboration, Catholic Church, Mentorship, Effective Communication, Building Relationships, Coaching Techniques, Faith Community, Nurturing Vocations, Clergy Support, Lay Leaders, Transforming Friendships, Asking the Right Questions, Encouraging Growth Have you ever been asked for help but then felt like you were just giving unwanted advice? It’s tough to know how to make your words count. On my team, we use an approach called coaching that focuses on active listening to really support and empower the clergy and lay leaders we work with. We’ve also found that this method can make you a better friend.

Today, I bring you a live coaching session with Fr. Scott Schilmoeller, Vocations Director for the Archdiocese of Omaha. We explore how coaching principles like active listening, asking the right questions, and encouraging growth can transform not only professional roles but also personal friendships. You will also hear Fr. Schilmoeller share his experiences and strategies for promoting vocations. Whether you’re interested in coaching, vocations, or simply becoming a better friend, this episode is for you. Tune in to learn how to support and uplift those around you more effectively.

[02:34] Coaching Session Overview
[03:45] Identifying Priorities and Vision
[06:54] Understanding Vocation Hotspots
[14:33] Accompanying and Supporting Leaders
[24:07] Encouraging Active Listening
[27:24] Creating a Concrete Format
[28:07] Naming Next Steps
[34:23] Benefits of Coaching
[36:17] Distinguishing Coaching from Other Disciplines
[43:05] Finding the Right Coach

Resources mentioned in this episode:

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 been asked for help but then felt like you were just giving unwanted advice? It’s tough to know how to make your words count. On my team, we use an approach called coaching that focuses on active listening to really support and empower the clergy and lay leaders we work with. We’ve also found that this method can make you a better friend.

Today, I bring you a live coaching session with Fr. Scott Schilmoeller, Vocations Director for the Archdiocese of Omaha. We explore how coaching principles like active listening, asking the right questions, and encouraging growth can transform not only professional roles but also personal friendships. You will also hear Fr. Schilmoeller share his experiences and strategies for promoting vocations. Whether you’re interested in coaching, vocations, or simply becoming a better friend, this episode is for you. Tune in to learn how to support and uplift those around you more effectively.

[02:34] Coaching Session Overview
[03:45] Identifying Priorities and Vision
[06:54] Understanding Vocation Hotspots
[14:33] Accompanying and Supporting Leaders
[24:07] Encouraging Active Listening
[27:24] Creating a Concrete Format
[28:07] Naming Next Steps
[34:23] Benefits of Coaching
[36:17] Distinguishing Coaching from Other Disciplines
[43:05] Finding the Right Coach

Resources mentioned in this episode:

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 124: How to Lead Using Your Personal Gifting & The Power of Hospitality with Fr. Simon Lobo https://archomahaequip.fireside.fm/124 6ba49a8b-dd94-4842-9b91-0f97a73699cd Tue, 12 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0500 Archdiocese of Omaha 124 How to Lead Using Your Personal Gifting & The Power of Hospitality with Fr. Simon Lobo full Archdiocese of Omaha The call to evangelize has been consistent and increasingly urgent from our Church leaders for the past fifty plus years. When you hear that call, have you ever felt like you aren’t enough? Like you don’t have the appropriate strengths or the right leadership qualities to offer? Well, you’re not alone. Fr. Mallon, author of Catholic pop-culture phenomenon Divine Renovation, was the pastor at St. Benedict Parish in Halifax, Nova Scotia. He turned the parish around and created a truly missional community. His strengths were clear and his leadership was bold. So today, I talk to…his successor. Fr. Simon Lobo became pastor of St. Benedict Parish, and it was immediately clear that his gifts and his weaknesses were very different. Tune in to hear how he succeeded without the stereotypical leadership strengths. 1:00:25 no The call to evangelize has been consistent and increasingly urgent from our Church leaders for the past fifty plus years. When you hear that call, have you ever felt like you aren’t enough? Like you don’t have the appropriate strengths or the right leadership qualities to offer? Well, you’re not alone. Fr. Mallon, author of Catholic pop-culture phenomenon Divine Renovation, was the pastor at St. Benedict Parish in Hallifax, Nova Scotia. He turned the parish around and created a truly missional community. His strengths were clear and his leadership was bold. So today, I talk to…his successor. Fr. Simon Lobo became pastor of St. Benedict Parish, and it was immediately clear that his gifts and his weaknesses were very different. So how did he succeed without the stereotypical leadership strengths? Today we talk about: * What it's like to follow in the footsteps of a world-renowned leader * What resources he found useful to help him serve better * How feeling like you belong to a community can lead to conversion If you’d like to read more about his experience, check out Divine Renovation Apprentice (https://www.amazon.com/Divine-Renovation-Apprentice-Learning-Disciple-Making/dp/1593253362/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1XXCJBWNELWQR&keywords=divine+renovation+apprentice&qid=1684534586&sprefix=divine+renovation+apprentice%2Caps%2C109&sr=8-1) and Preaching on Purpose (https://www.amazon.com/Preaching-Purpose-Renovation-Handbook-Communicating/dp/1778054609/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=). 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) catholic, ministry, catholic ministry, ministry leaders, evangelization, evangelism, leadership, personal gifting, The call to evangelize has been consistent and increasingly urgent from our Church leaders for the past fifty plus years. When you hear that call, have you ever felt like you aren’t enough? Like you don’t have the appropriate strengths or the right leadership qualities to offer?

Well, you’re not alone. Fr. Mallon, author of Catholic pop-culture phenomenon Divine Renovation, was the pastor at St. Benedict Parish in Hallifax, Nova Scotia. He turned the parish around and created a truly missional community. His strengths were clear and his leadership was bold. So today, I talk to…his successor. Fr. Simon Lobo became pastor of St. Benedict Parish, and it was immediately clear that his gifts and his weaknesses were very different.

So how did he succeed without the stereotypical leadership strengths? Today we talk about:

  • What it's like to follow in the footsteps of a world-renowned leader
  • What resources he found useful to help him serve better
  • How feeling like you belong to a community can lead to conversion

If you’d like to read more about his experience, check out Divine Renovation Apprentice and Preaching on Purpose.

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)

]]> The call to evangelize has been consistent and increasingly urgent from our Church leaders for the past fifty plus years. When you hear that call, have you ever felt like you aren’t enough? Like you don’t have the appropriate strengths or the right leadership qualities to offer?

Well, you’re not alone. Fr. Mallon, author of Catholic pop-culture phenomenon Divine Renovation, was the pastor at St. Benedict Parish in Hallifax, Nova Scotia. He turned the parish around and created a truly missional community. His strengths were clear and his leadership was bold. So today, I talk to…his successor. Fr. Simon Lobo became pastor of St. Benedict Parish, and it was immediately clear that his gifts and his weaknesses were very different.

So how did he succeed without the stereotypical leadership strengths? Today we talk about:

  • What it's like to follow in the footsteps of a world-renowned leader
  • What resources he found useful to help him serve better
  • How feeling like you belong to a community can lead to conversion

If you’d like to read more about his experience, check out Divine Renovation Apprentice and Preaching on Purpose.

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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