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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:subtitle>Ever felt the exhilaration of God's presence when using your unique spiritual gifts? Can you imagine what it would be like to discover and unleash your charisms for the benefit of your community? It's a journey of openness, spiritual growth, and the grace of God propelling us forward. Join me in an inspiring episode featuring Sherry Weddell, co-founder of the Catherine of Sienna Institute. She sheds light on charisms, reminding us that these divine gifts are meant to be shared, illuminating the lives of others with God's love and mercy. “These are ways that you and I have been empowered by God to be an instrument of His love and His beauty and His mercy and His healing and His provision for other people."</itunes:subtitle>
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  <description>&lt;p&gt;Ever felt the exhilaration of God's presence when using your unique spiritual gifts? Can you imagine what it would be like to discover and unleash your charisms for the benefit of your community? It's a journey of openness, spiritual growth, and the grace of God propelling us forward.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Join me in an inspiring episode featuring Sherry Weddell, co-founder of the Catherine of Sienna Institute. She sheds light on charisms, reminding us that these divine gifts are meant to be shared, illuminating the lives of others with God's love and mercy. “These are ways that you and I have been empowered by God to be an instrument of His love and His beauty and His mercy and His healing and His provision for other people."&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;In this episode, we delve into the world of spiritual gifts, exploring the transformative power of charisms and their role in shaping our faith.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Get Ready to:&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Understand the essence of charisms and how they impact our spiritual journey&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Recognize the stages of spiritual development and the importance of openness&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Learn about the Called and Gifted discernment process to discover your unique spiritual blueprint&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Discover how to create a culture of discipleship and openness within your community&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Gain insights into the profound connection between charisms and evangelization&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;

&lt;p&gt;If you're curious to learn more about how charisms can ignite your faith and guide you on a path of intentional discipleship check out &lt;a href="https://siena.org/" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt;The Catherine of Sienna Institute&lt;/a&gt; and Sherry’s book, &lt;a href="https://learning.siena.org/product/new-item-forming-intentional-disciples-the-path-to-knowing-and-following-jesus-revised-and-expanded/" rel="nofollow noopener"&gt;Forming Intentional Disciples&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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<p>Join me in an inspiring episode featuring Sherry Weddell, co-founder of the Catherine of Sienna Institute. She sheds light on charisms, reminding us that these divine gifts are meant to be shared, illuminating the lives of others with God's love and mercy. “These are ways that you and I have been empowered by God to be an instrument of His love and His beauty and His mercy and His healing and His provision for other people."</p>

<p>In this episode, we delve into the world of spiritual gifts, exploring the transformative power of charisms and their role in shaping our faith.</p>

<p>Get Ready to:</p>

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<li>Understand the essence of charisms and how they impact our spiritual journey</li>
<li>Recognize the stages of spiritual development and the importance of openness</li>
<li>Learn about the Called and Gifted discernment process to discover your unique spiritual blueprint</li>
<li>Discover how to create a culture of discipleship and openness within your community</li>
<li>Gain insights into the profound connection between charisms and evangelization</li>
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<p>If you're curious to learn more about how charisms can ignite your faith and guide you on a path of intentional discipleship check out <a href="https://siena.org/" rel="nofollow noopener">The Catherine of Sienna Institute</a> and Sherry’s book, <a href="https://learning.siena.org/product/new-item-forming-intentional-disciples-the-path-to-knowing-and-following-jesus-revised-and-expanded/" rel="nofollow noopener">Forming Intentional Disciples</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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<p>Join me in an inspiring episode featuring Sherry Weddell, co-founder of the Catherine of Sienna Institute. She sheds light on charisms, reminding us that these divine gifts are meant to be shared, illuminating the lives of others with God's love and mercy. “These are ways that you and I have been empowered by God to be an instrument of His love and His beauty and His mercy and His healing and His provision for other people."</p>

<p>In this episode, we delve into the world of spiritual gifts, exploring the transformative power of charisms and their role in shaping our faith.</p>

<p>Get Ready to:</p>

<ul>
<li>Understand the essence of charisms and how they impact our spiritual journey</li>
<li>Recognize the stages of spiritual development and the importance of openness</li>
<li>Learn about the Called and Gifted discernment process to discover your unique spiritual blueprint</li>
<li>Discover how to create a culture of discipleship and openness within your community</li>
<li>Gain insights into the profound connection between charisms and evangelization</li>
</ul>

<p>If you're curious to learn more about how charisms can ignite your faith and guide you on a path of intentional discipleship check out <a href="https://siena.org/" rel="nofollow noopener">The Catherine of Sienna Institute</a> and Sherry’s book, <a href="https://learning.siena.org/product/new-item-forming-intentional-disciples-the-path-to-knowing-and-following-jesus-revised-and-expanded/" rel="nofollow noopener">Forming Intentional Disciples</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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