Catholic Ministry Professionals

In this episode of the Catholic Ministry Professionals Podcast, Thai and Jon discuss the importance of revamping fall festivals to enhance evangelization efforts within the Catholic Church. They emphasize the need for intentional planning, effective invitations, and follow-up strategies to build relationships within the parish community. The conversation highlights practical steps to make events m...

In this episode of the Catholic Ministry Professionals Podcast we propose 2 simple adjustments to enhance Children's Liturgy of the Word.  TAKEAWAYS Children's Liturgy of the Word needs significant improvements. Engaging children during Mass is crucial for their faith development. Parents should be encouraged to prioritize Mass over extracurricular activities. Building community around the Mass ca...

In this episode of the Catholic Ministry Professionals Podcast, we discuss the need for bulletins to go beyond mere announcements and serve as tools for engagement and relationship building within the parish community. The conversation covers practical strategies for improving bulletins, including the use of connect cards, simplifying information, and creating a welcoming environment for parishion...

In this episode we discuss the importance of establishing a rhythm of intentional growth. The conversation provides actionable insights for ministry professionals to enhance their leadership capabilities and foster an environment of collaboration within their parishes. Takeaways: Your ministry is a spiritual work that requires a rhythm of prayer. Establish a rhythm of discernment to guide your min...

In this episode we discuss the two meetings you need to schedule if you want to discern God’s will for your ministry. -------- If you’ve been in Catholic Ministry for a few years and you feel like your ministry efforts are being frustrated, send an email to CatholicMinPros@gmail.com . We’d love to talk with you about how a parish event or training can help you to transform your parish through your...

Today, is the first of 3- part series that will help you to grow in your ability to lead in your parish. If you want to lead others, you need to first be led. -------- If you’ve been in Catholic Ministry for a few years and you feel like your ministry efforts are being frustrated, send an email to CatholicMinPros@gmail.com . We’d love to talk with you about how a parish event or training can help...

In this episode we breakdown THREE BEST PRACTICES FOR COMMUNICATION. If you want people to read your emails, this episode is for you. -------- If you’ve been in Catholic Ministry for a few years and you feel like your ministry efforts are being frustrated, send an email to CatholicMinPros@gmail.com . We’d love to talk with you about how a parish event or training can help you to transform your par...

In this episode we share our conversation with Fr. Travis Crotty, Vocations Director for the Diocese of Sioux City and Co-Host of the Outcast Catholic Podcast. -------- If you want to transform your parish through your work, but you’re not sure where to start, Download the free parish health assessment at Catholicministryprofessionals.com/freeassessment .  -------- Listen to the latest episode on...

In this episode we breakdown THREE steps that will help you get stuff done as a parish team. If you want to build a stronger team dynamic in your parish, this episode is for you. -------- If you want to transform your parish through your work, but you’re not sure where to start, Download the free parish health assessment at Catholicministryprofessionals.com/freeassessment .  -------- Listen to the...

In this episode we dive into the 2nd part of a three part series on working as a parish team. If you want to build a stronger team dynamic in your parish, this episode is for you. -------- If you want to transform your parish through your work, but you’re not sure where to start, Download the free parish health assessment at Catholicministryprofessionals.com/freeassessment .  -------- Listen to th...

In this episode we dive into the first of a three part series on working as a parish team.  -------- If you want to transform your parish through your work, but you’re not sure where to start, Download the free parish health assessment at Catholicministryprofessionals.com/freeassessment .  -------- Listen to the latest episode on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or Siouxland Catholic Radio--88.1...

Using the wisdom of the Saints to experience more joy and success in our work.  -------- If you want to transform your parish through your work, but you’re not sure where to start, Download the free parish health assessment at Catholicministryprofessionals.com/freeassessment .  -------- Listen to the latest episode on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or Siouxland Catholic Radio--88.1 FM.

Are you budgeting for evangelization? Here are some line items you may want to consider building into your budget.  -------- If you want to transform your parish through your work, but you’re not sure where to start, Download the free parish health assessment at Catholicministryprofessionals.com/freeassessment .  -------- Listen to the latest episode on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or Siouxla...

Today we give you a walkthrough of the FREE parish health assessment from Catholic Ministry Professionals and how you can use it to leverage Jesus' mission forward in your parish.  -------- If you want to transform your parish through your work, but you’re not sure where to start, Download the free parish health assessment at Catholicministryprofessionals.com/freeassessment .  -------- Listen to t...

Want to prepare your community to receive the Gospel message? This episode is for you.  --------- If you want to transform your parish through your work, but you’re not sure where to start, Download the free parish health assessment at Catholicministryprofessionals.com/freeassessment .  ---------- Listen to the latest episode on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or Siouxland Catholic Radio--88.1 F...

In this episode we share our conversation with Lisa Niebuhr, Listener Relations Coordinator for Siouxland Catholic Radio, 88.1 FM. --------- If you want to transform your parish through your work, but you’re not sure where to start, Download the free parish health assessment at Catholicministryprofessionals.com/freeassessment .  ---------- Listen to the latest episode on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Y...

Today we share our conversation with Kara Kardell, co-host of the Draw Near Podcast. --------- If you want to transform your parish through your work, but you’re not sure where to start, Download the free parish health assessment at Catholicministryprofessionals.com/freeassessment .  ---------- Listen to the latest episode on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or Siouxland Catholic Radio--88.1 FM.

In this episode we share our conversation with Emily Leedom, Executive Director of the Lourdes Center in Sioux Falls, SD. --------- If you want to transform your parish through your work, but you’re not sure where to start, Download the free parish health assessment at Catholicministryprofessionals.com/freeassessment .  ---------- Listen to the latest episode on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, o...

Today we share our conversation with Fr. Mark Beran, Pastor of St. Augustine Indian Mission. He shares the joys and the growing pains of running 11 parishes. --------- If you want to transform your parish through your work, but you’re not sure where to start, Download the free parish health assessment at Catholicministryprofessionals.com/freeassessment .  ---------- Listen to the latest episode on...

Today we discuss how to get more volunteers than you know what to do with. These ideas don’t require you to redesign your entire parish, and they won’t break the bank. -------- If you want to transform your parish through your work, but you’re not sure where to start, Download the free parish health assessment at Catholicministryprofessionals.com/freeassessment .  -------- Listen to the latest epi...

In this episode we share five questions that can help you to discern the next steps to take in your ministry. -------- If you want to transform your parish through your work, but you’re not sure where to start, Download the free parish health assessment at Catholicministryprofessionals.com/freeassessment .  -------- Listen to the latest episode on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or Siouxland Cat...

In this episode we share our conversation with Brian Stai, Coordinator of Campus Ministries at Bishop O’Gorman Catholic School. Brian shares how they get 90 kids to show up monthly to weekend ministry events and shares tips to build impactful ministry opportunities. Download the free 5-Minute Ministry Examen and end today differently than you started it — catholicministryprofessionals.com/examen

In this episode we share 3 key takeaways from the top 10 leadership books. The Books: "Leaders Eat Last" by Simon Sinek "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People" by Stephen Covey "Leadership and Self-Deception" by The Arbinger Institute "Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us" by Daniel H. Pink "Emotional Intelligence" by Daniel Goleman "Good to Great" by Jim Collins "Primal Leadershi...

In this episode we share four NEW roles that could transform parish ministry in the 21st Century. Chief Operations Office Relationships Manger Outreach Coordinator Virtual Assistant ————— Download the free Parish Team Alignment Checklist and bring it to your next team meeting — catholicministryprofessionals.com/team

In this episode we discuss three things that God is calling you to do when you’re frustrated with your parish. ---------------------------- If you want to transform your parish through your work, but you’re not sure where to start, Download the free parish health assessment at Catholicministryprofessionals.com/freeassessment . It only takes about 5 minutes to fill out and afterward you will have a...