The EquipCast
Practical Evangelization & Parish Ministry Tools for Catholic Leaders
Displaying 3 items of The EquipCast with the tag "spiritual leadership".
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Coach's Corner 23: Why Your Parish's Small Groups Don't Last
Episode | September 30th, 2025 | 12 mins 13 secs
archdiocese of omaha, build parish community, catholic, catholic evangelization, catholic ministry, catholic small groups, culture of accompaniment, disciples, equipcast podcast, evangelism, evangelization, faith that multiplies, grow your faith, lead with purpose, making disciples, mission-driven ministry, spiritual leadership, transformative discipleship
Small groups are both easier—and more challenging—than we think. They’re not sustained by participants or materials alone, but by vision, culture, and structure. In this episode, I share why small groups can be pandemic-proof, recession-proof, even persecution-proof—if they’re rooted in mission, shaped by a culture of accompaniment, and supported by strong leadership structures. Discover how to build small groups that don’t just care for those inside the room, but expand outward to transform your parish and beyond.
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Episode 169: Praying with Purpose: Expect God to Speak About Your Mission with Hannah Vaughan-Spruce
Episode | December 10th, 2024 | 57 mins 31 secs
catholic, catholic ministry, catholic parish transformation, church growth, community prayer practices, disciples, divine renovation, equipcast podcast, evangelism, evangelization, evangelization strategies, faith and mission, hannah von spruce, holy spirit in parish life, intercessory prayer, jim jansen, making disciples, mission-inspired prayer, parish renewal, prayer and mission, spiritual leadership
Have you ever wondered how to bring the Lord into your work, expanding your prayer life beyond personal devotion? In this episode, we explore missional prayer—prayer that aligns our hearts with the Holy Spirit, focusing on the transformation of our parishes and neighborhoods. It's about moving beyond inward devotion to intentional, outward-facing prayer for mission and evangelization. Discover how coming together as a community to seek God's guidance and power can bring about renewal and fruitfulness in our mission. Learn to pray with a purpose, trusting that God wants to work through us to reach those who don’t yet know Him. Join me as I talk with Hannah Vaughan-Spruce, Executive Director of Divine Renovation UK, who shares her insights.
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Episode 119: Find Your Spiritual Compass: Navigating Change Using Discernment - Featuring Tod Bolsinger
Episode | May 2nd, 2023 | 49 mins 57 secs
adaptive leadership, canoeing the mountains, discernment in leadership, leadership development, leading through uncertainty, mission and vision, navigating change, resilient leadership, spiritual leadership, transformational leadership
Are you completely satisfied with every aspect of your life? Most people dream about changing some aspect of their life, but we’re often held back by the fear and anxiety that come along with doing so. Change often marks the end of something, and so it brings feelings of loss and uncertainty about the future. Not to mention, living in a time of transition between the old and the new can be disorienting. So how do we keep our sense of stability and direction when the world seems to be shifting under our feet? Today, I welcome Tod Bolsinger, author and experienced leader, to share his experience navigating through the unknown. He emphasizes the importance of discerning one's mission, not being confined to tradition, and understanding that change is inherently accompanied by resistance and even sabotage. He offers valuable advice, urging leaders to form connections with others, embrace learning, and let go of what holds them back.