Catholics Living Discipleship: Recent Episodes
Darrin Nelson
Welcome to the Catholics Living Discipleship podcast. Here we talk with individuals about how they grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ. We also have conversations with parish leadership to discuss evangelization initiatives and parish life strategies that are helping them to be more missionary. We hope these stories and discussions provide encouragement, awaken transformation, and inspire mission.
If you’re a parent, pastor, or ministry leader asking:
“How do we engage families today?” — this is for you.
In this conversation we cover:
- Why parents feel ill-equipped to lead their kids in faith (and how Pathways fixes that)
- The 12-inch journey — from head to heart — and why it changes everything
- How the Catechetical Choir program grew directly out of the Pathways model
- What it looks like when a parish goes all-in on missionary discipleship
What if the biggest shift in Catholic family faith formation isn't a new curriculum — it's a total change in who does the forming?
In this episode, I sit down with Angela Daly — Catechetical Program Director for the Diocese of Austin and family faith formation leader at St. Jerome Parish in Waco, Texas — to talk about the Pathways program and why it's changing everything for Catholic families.
Angela shares how her parish moved away from the traditional "drop-off" model of religious education and toward a family-centered approach to Catholic discipleship that has transformed parish culture, filled parking lots on formation nights, and — most importantly — lit parents on fire for their own faith.
Resources mentioned:
- Pathways Program — Faith and Family Life Catholic Ministries https://www.fflcm.org/home
- A Vibrant Parish Life https://www.avibrantparishlife.com/
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Are you a practicing Catholic ready to take the next step?
These 5 simple practices will help you move from going through the motions to living as a true missionary disciple of Jesus.
In this episode, Darrin Nelson shares 5 daily practices that form the foundation of Catholic discipleship — no complicated programs, just simple steps you can start today.
What you'll learn:
✝️ Practice 1: Tell Jesus you want to be His disciple
📖 Practice 2: Read the Gospels daily
🙏 Practice 3: Engage in reflective prayer
📓 Practice 4: Journal your journey with Jesus
🔁 Practice 5: Repeat consistently — discipleship is a daily decision Catholic discipleship isn't about perfection. It's about showing up every day and saying yes to Jesus.
Whether you're just starting out or looking to deepen your faith, these practices will help you Encounter, Awaken, and Witness.
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🎙️ Listen to the CLD Podcast for deeper conversations on discipleship and parish mission. Encounter · Awaken · Witness
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Are we forming practicing Catholics… or true disciples of Jesus Christ?
In this video, we break down 3 key disciplines that separate a practicing Catholic from someone truly living out Catholic discipleship:
- Attendance vs Attention
- Weekly vs Daily Relationship with God
- Maintenance vs Mission
If you’re a parish leader, volunteer, or committed Catholic, these differences may explain why your parish feels stuck—and what you can do about it.
I also share 2 practical steps you can start implementing right away to foster a culture of discipleship in your parish.
👉 If you’re serious about helping people grow closer to Christ, this video is for you.
🙏 Take the Next Step
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"I'm just a beggar telling other beggars where the food is." — Mother Teresa (shared by Jason Kidd)
What if mission isn't just for priests and full-time ministers — but for every single Catholic?
In this episode, Jason Kidd, National Director for Alpha in a Catholic Context, breaks down what it actually means to live as a missionary disciple in your everyday life. Whether you're a teacher, a bus driver, a business owner, or a parish leader — you are called to mission.
Jason shares how Alpha is helping over 100,000 Catholics rediscover that calling through conversation, community, and encounter with Jesus. In this episode you'll discover: Why Catholic discipleship isn't reserved for "professional Catholics" How to bring Christ into your workplace, neighborhood, and daily life What Alpha is doing in 1,300+ Catholic parishes across the country Why listening may be the most powerful evangelization tool you have Jason's personal story — from engineer to national ministry director
🔗 Learn More About Alpha: Website: https://alphausa.org/Catholic Email: Catholics@AlphaUSA.org
🎙️ The CLD Podcast — new episodes every week for parish leaders and missionary disciples.
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Here is the Youtube version of this episode:
https://youtu.be/dsuLEMVK4QQ?si=NTEXLFfOIKk_Qj5U
Have you ever wondered… is Holy Week really worth it?
In this episode, I share from personal experience why Holy Week has become one of the most powerful and meaningful times in my journey with God. This isn’t a deep theological explanation—but a real, honest invitation.
Because the truth is… Holy Week isn’t something you can fully understand just by hearing about it.
👉 You have to experience it.
From Palm Sunday to Easter Sunday, each liturgy invites us deeper into:
- The reality of God’s love
- What Jesus endured for us
- And the hope of the Resurrection
If you’ve ever felt unsure, disconnected, or just curious about Holy Week, I hope this encourages you to take that step—even if it’s just attending one liturgy.
🙏 I’ll be praying that you encounter God in a powerful and personal way this Holy Week.
⛪ What’s Covered:* What Holy Week is (simple overview) * Palm Sunday, Holy Thursday, Good Friday, Easter Vigil, Easter Sunday * Why it matters for your life today * Why it’s something you need to experience for yourself
👉 Next Step:If this video encouraged you, consider attending just one Holy Week liturgy this year.
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What does it truly mean to believe in Jesus?
In this final Lenten reflection of 2026, Darrin Nelson shares how faith in Jesus Christ can bring real transformation—peace, healing, growth in virtue, and a deeper sense of purpose.
Drawing from personal experience, this reflection explores how belief isn’t just intellectual—it’s something we come to understand through the works of Jesus in our lives. From moments of healing to overcoming judgment and frustration, you’ll hear how even small steps in faith can lead to meaningful change.
Whether you’re new to prayer or deepening your relationship with Christ, this message offers a simple invitation: start where you are. Take a few minutes, open your heart, and encounter Him.
🙏 In this video:
- How belief in Jesus transforms your daily life
- Why “believe in the works” matters
- Practical ways to grow during Lent
- Simple steps to begin (or renew) your prayer life
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Have you ever felt like holding onto control is the only way to keep your life together?
In this reflection for Wednesday of the Fifth Week of Lent, we look at the powerful moment of Mary’s “yes” during the Annunciation (Luke 1:26–38). Faced with uncertainty, Mary chooses trust over control, saying, “May it be done to me according to your word.”
So often, we hold onto control because it makes us feel safe—but in reality, it can keep us stuck in our relationship with God. What if letting go isn’t losing control… but actually gaining peace?
In this video, we explore:
• Why control feels so necessary in our lives
• How Mary’s response models true trust in God
• What it means to grow in relationship with Jesus, the Word of God
• A simple 3–5 minute practice to help you let go and listen to God
Whether you’re just starting your faith journey or looking to go deeper this Lent, this reflection will help you open your heart to God’s voice and experience greater peace and clarity.
🙏 Take a few minutes today to sit in silence and pray:
“God, help me to hear your word more clearly, so I can trust you more fully.”
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If you’ve ever felt unworthy of forgiveness—or know someone who does—this Gospel reflection is for you.
In today’s reading from John 8:1–11, we encounter the powerful story of the woman caught in adultery. While others were ready to condemn her, Jesus responds with something unexpected: compassion. His words challenge not only those who judged her—but each of us as well.
As we continue through the fifth week of Lent, this reflection invites us to look honestly at two things:
Where do we need God’s mercy in our own lives?
And who in our lives needs to experience compassion through us?
God does not seek to condemn—but to transform us through His mercy.
Take a few minutes today to reflect, pray, and ask:
How can I be an instrument of God’s compassion?
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Do you want to experience the glory of God?
In this short Lent reflection, we explore the story of Lazarus and how Jesus invites us not only to believe—but to recognize and share God’s glory in everyday life.
Two questions I would like to consider: Can the Glory of God truly be experienced by you in your life? Would you like to experience the Glory of God in your life? In today’s Gospel reflection Jesus answers both of these questions for us.
Welcome to the 5th Sunday of Lent 2026. My name is Darrin and thank you for joining me in this short reflection. Today's Gospel reading and Encounter with Jesus is John 11:1-45
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In what ways do you allow others to negatively impact you in your life
Welcome to Sat Fourth Week of Lent 2026. My name is Darrin and thank you for joining me in this short reflection. Today's Gospel reading and Encounter with Jesus is John 7:40-53
You can find the reading here:https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/032126.cfm
Division among the crowd: community and culture and that can create a mis perception of something in our own hearts.
I know at times in my life I have listened to the Crowd, in todays culture or society often someone will say What Koolaid have you been drinking. In todays reading Nicodemus makes a very important suggestion that we need to apply to our lives especially when it comes to knowing God. He said “Does our law condemn a person before it first hears him…
This can apply to many things in our faith journey.
- For some, it could be an introduction to Jesus.
- It could be a deeper appreciation for the Saints
- It could be understanding the Real Presence of the Eucharist
- It could be the healing practice of Reconciliation
What I have found in my life is that prayerfully encountering Jesus has helped me to build Trust and Curiousity that has provided real Truth directly from the source.
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Welcome to Fri Fourth Week of Lent 2026. My name is Darrin and thank you for joining me in this short reflection. Today's Gospel reading and Encounter with Jesus is John 7:1-2, 10, 25-30
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Have you ever thought about having St Joseph one of your mentors in your faith journey? He has so much to offer me.
Welcome to Day 28 of Lent 2026 Thursday of the 4th Week of Lent and also happens to be the Feast of St Joseph. My name is Darrin and thank you for joining me in this short reflection. Today's Gospel reading and Encounter with Jesus is Matthew 1:16, 18-21, 24a
You can find the reading here:https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/031926.cfm
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What do we learn about God in the relationship between Jesus and The Father?
Welcome to Day 25 of Lent 2026 Wednesday of the 4th Week of Lent. Today's Gospel reading and Encounter with Jesus is John 5:17-30
You can find the reading here:https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/031826.cfm
Everything that the Father has is of God, God reveals himself to us through the Father, The Father has sent his Son Jesus show us what God desires to Reveal
Everything that Jesus does comes from the Father. In today’s encounter Jesus is trying to help the Jewish people and others, to understand Jesus’s relationship to the Father, so that they can come to understand the divine nature of Jesus - God
I want to continue to hear his Word in my life so that I continue to grow in a deeper relationship with God and my faith continues to grow.
How has your Lent experience helping you to grow in a deeper relationship with God?
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What Impact Would Healing From Jesus Have In Your Life? Do you even believe that healing from Jesus is possible for you?
Welcome to Day 24 of Lent 2026. Today's Gospel reading and Encounter with Jesus is John 5:1-16
You can find the reading here:https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/031726.cfm
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Healing Encounters with Jesus There always seems to be a question asked that is so relevant for me. Today’s Gospel, Do you want to be well? In essence Jesus is asking Do you want to be healed?
God reveals his Desire for us: In and through Jesus, God reveals his desire for us. To restore us. To have us experience God's compassion, mercy, and Love. God knows our suffering and struggles because he knows our broken humanity. When we experience God’s healing and Grace, we get to experience his divine healing. Something only God can provide for us.
Why is this important for you and I? Does it really matter for my life? Well that depends on how I answer Jesus’ question today? Do I want to be well or healed?
Is there something about my life that I would like to be different? Do I want my family to feel closer to one another? Do I desire less anxiety in my life? Do I feel trapped in the way society is telling me I should be living? Do I live with resentments I cant let go of?
Today’s Question and Lent helps me to realize even more that each day I could be asking myself these types of questions. And each day I could be encountering Jesus’ healing. The question is, Do I really desire it?
Let us pray
What is something that you hope Jesus could help you to see better in your life
Welcome to the Fourth Sunday of Lent, 2026. Today's Gospel reading and Encounter with Jesus isJesus is John 9:1-41
You can find the reading here:https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/031526.cfm
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In todays Gospel reading a blind man at the Pool of Siloam has an encounter with Jesus. THis is such a great Lent reflection for us. There are two key words that I want to focus on that has helped me today and I hope it helps you a little bit as well
I reflect on two pastoral points: Sight and Witness
Let us pray
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Why Does God encourage Humility instead of Self Righteousness
Welcome to Day 22 of Lent 2026 today is Friday March 13, 2026. Today's Gospel reading and Encounter with Jesus is Luke 18:9-14
You can find the reading here:https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/031426.cfm
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In todays Gospel reading Jesus parable
Pharisee vs Tax Collector
Self Righteousness - more towards themselves and less toward God. Full of pride
Humility - recognizes his brokenness, recognizes his need for God and his mercy
God Encourages Humility because in our humility we see the way our lives needs Gods healing and through that healing we gain a greater sense of joy and understanding of who God truly intended us to be in this life
Before you stop listening I want to encourage you to think about something I have come to realize myself.
It is not about understanding this in a big general way, it is about practicing it in today, in the small moments of your life. That is where it all makes a difference. Let me expand on that for a second.
Lent for me has been a great time helping me to grow in my humility. Recognizing the areas of where I need to
Let us pray
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Is your Love of God a Commitment or a Sentiment? Or a little of both?
Welcome to Day 21 of Lent 2026 today is Friday March 13, 2026. Today's Gospel reading and Encounter with Jesus is Mark 12:28-34
You can find the reading here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/031326.cfm
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For me, one of the characteristics of a true commitment is the acknowledgement of Him in my life each day. In my time of prayer and reflection with him. Another is during the day the recognition of how He desires me to interact with others. To interact with His Love - To Love Others As I Have Loved You.
This is what is great about Lent - we have this moment to recognize how we can be growing in our relationship with God, so that we can grow more into the person God knows we can be. We can grow in greater holiness.
Growing in your relationship with God, doesn't have to be difficult. You don’t have to take big leaps. If you give yourself 5 more minutes in your day to spend with God for two weeks that would be great. Then maybe add a few more minutes to that in 4 weeks.
Lets pray asking God to guide us in how we can grow in a deeper relationship with Him so our lives become
Let us pray
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What Role Does Doubt play in your life?
Welcome to Day 20 of Lent 2026 today is Thursday March 12, 2026. Today's Gospel reading and Encounter with Jesus is Luke 11:14-23
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This marks halfway through Lent and in the scripture passages we can really begin to feel the tension around Jesus as he continues to move closer to Jerusalem. Leading us into Holy Week.
So what is the tension that I felt personally in today's Gospel reading.
Amazement: First we hear people being amazed by the miracles that Jesus is performing. At first we would think that this is good.
Resistance: However some others begin to question Jesus and by what power is he really able to do these works
On the one hand we have people saying, Wow this is great. Then others saying, Can this really be? The same can happen in my life. It seems like my faith in God is strong, then all of a sudden it seems to weaken. This tension for me causes Doubt in my life.
Jesus recognizes this in the people, in us. And he responds by reminding us that he is God. This is where I need to rely on the Holy Spirit to strengthen me and to help me with my lack of faith. For me, this just shows me that I need to continue to be strengthening my Faith.
Lent is a great time for me to discover where I am weak and how I can ask God to strengthen me.
Let us pray
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In this short segment Heidi Indahl, co-founder of Designed for Discipleship shares a critical point about why it is important to form both the children and the parents at the same time when we are addressing the challenge of engaging Parents and their families
Heidi contact information heidi@designedfordiscipleship.org
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How significant is Jesus’ in your life? In this episode I am going to share with you my reflection on Jesus’ statement I have come not to abolish but to fulfill taken from today’s Gospel reading. His fulfillment helps with my healing.
Welcome to Day 19 of Lent 2026 today is Wednesday March 11, 2026. Today's Gospel reading and Encounter with Jesus isMatthew 5:17-19
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Scroll down to find the Gospel reading: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/031126.cfm
In today’s Gospel reading Jesus makes an important statement. A statement that should be directing how we live our lives. For me in this reflection for today, the most significant words are to fulfill. What is it that Jesus is fulfilling that we need to pay attention to so closely. Its simple: Gods desire for us. How he desires us to live
Jesus is fulfilling the Word of God - this is where the Catechism helps us today
Jesus is the Word of God. When you read scripture Do you imagine God speaking directly to you.
In Jesus’ words, it is God speaking directly to me.
The question for me today is, How attentive am I to the fact that this is actually God speaking to me when Jesus is speaking. How attentive am I to how Jesus is encouraging me to live.
When I hear his words, how do I respond? Repetitive or Anew?
Do I try and go to a deeper level or am I complacent with where my relationship with God is?
Let us pray
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Today I will reflect on how Resentments; Forgiveness; and Compassion are all tied together
Welcome to Day 18 of Lent 2026 today is Monday March 10, 2026. Today's Gospel reading and Encounter with Jesus isMatthew 18:21-35
Scroll down to find the Gospel reading: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/031026.cfm
In today’s Gospel reading is that familiar story where Jesus responds to Peters question about forgiveness. He asks Jesus if my brother sins against me, how often must I forgive him? Jesus responds, “not seven times, but seventy-seven times”
What is your first reaction when you hear this?
What happens when we don't forgive someone? Resentments
Compassion towards the other and their suffering helps me to have a heart of forgiveness.
Them doing me wrong, is not about me personally. When I have compassion for the person who has harmed me, I begin to see that what they have done to me is a result of something that needs healing in them. When I have compassion for the person who has harmed me, it helps me to see that this isn't about me.
Now, I am not saying that Forgiveness is easy for everything. I have been hurt in significant ways by others, and yes it has taken me some time to work on Forgiveness. The way I work on it is with Compassion. Compassion has help bring more peace to my heart.
Remember, the other scripture passages on Mercy - Be Merciful like your Father is Merciful.
So again, another great reflection for Lent: Who in your life do you need to have more compassion for so that your heart is more at peace and less about resentments
Let us pray
Tomorrow is the Day 19 of Lent if you would like to take a look ahead. https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/031126.cfm
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In today’s Lent reflection, we are going to think about how we are handling the Truth during this Lent:
Welcome to Day 17 of Lent 2026 today is Monday March 9, 2026. Today's Gospel reading and Encounter with Jesus is Luke 4:24-30
Scroll down to find the Gospel reading: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/030926.cfm
In today’s Gospel reading is that familiar story where Jesus returns to his home town of Nazareth. He speaks in the Synagogue and what he says upsets the town’s people so much that they want to throw him off a cliff.
Why Do We Resist the Truth?
Let’s pray.
Tomorrow is the Day 18 of Lent and is another great scripture passage that challenges us a little bit.:Matthew 18:21-35 if you would like to take a look ahead. https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/031026.cfm
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This reflection is on the Third Sunday of Lent 2026 and one of my favorite Gospel Readings The Woman at the Well:John 4:5-42 You can find the readings here https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/030826.cfm
How are you a witness to others about the encounters you have with Jesus?
The woman at the well has a conversation with Jesus that leads to her conversion and then her desire to go and witness about who Jesus is to others.
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Welcome to Day 16 of Lent 2026 today is Sat March 7, 2026. Today's Gospel reading and Encounter with Jesus is Luke 15:1-3, 11-32
Key reflection:
“He was lost, and has been found”
I don’t think many of us like to admit we are lost. It really pushes buttons with our ego. What helps me is asking myself, “Do I really think I am that perfect?” Lost doesntt have to mean as distant as the prodigal son. I am lost in grief, I am lost in loneliness, I am lost in a feeling of selfworth, I am lost in my career.
I am going to allow Lent to be a time for me to claim where I am lost, and bring it to Jesus so he can strengthen and heal me and welcome me into his arms.
Lets pray.
At the end of the reflection I take a moment to pray with you and give you tomorrow’s Gospel reading if you want to read it ahead of time.
Tomorrow is the Third Sunday of Lent and one of my favorite Gospel Readings The Woman at the Well:John 4:5-42 if you would like to take a look ahead. https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/030826.cfm
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Welcome to Day 15 of Lent 2026 today is Friday March 6, 2026. Today's Gospel reading and Encounter with Jesus is Matthew 21:33-43, 45-46
What is the fruit I am producing in the Vineyard? Or maybe a better question> Am I producing fruit or am I just consuming the fruit.
At the end of the reflection I take a moment to pray with you and give you tomorrow’s Gospel reading if you want to read it ahead of time.
Here is the USCCB Daily Reading for tomorrow Day 15:Matthew 21:33-43, 45-46 if you would like to take a look ahead. https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/030426.cfm
Here is the USCCB Daily Reading for Day 16 of LentLuke 15:1-3, 11-32 . Scroll down to find the Gospel reading: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/030326.cfm
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Welcome to Day 14 of Lent 2026 today is Thursday March 5, 2026. Today's Gospel reading and Encounter with Jesus is Luke 16:19-31
In this reflection I share about becoming more aware of the compassion we are called to share with others. Through our compassion we show mercy to others. By showing mercy to others we help bring about Jesus’ mission here on earth so others can experience God’s mercy and love.
At the end of the reflection I take a moment to pray with you and give you tomorrow’s Gospel reading if you want to read it ahead of time.
Here is the USCCB Daily Reading for Day 14 of Lent Luke 16:19-31 . Scroll down to find the Gospel reading: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/030326.cfm
Here is the USCCB Daily Reading for tomorrow Day 15:Matthew 21:33-43, 45-46 if you would like to take a look ahead. https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/030426.cfm
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Welcome to Day 13 of Lent 2026 today is Wednesday March 4, 2026. Today's Gospel reading and Encounter with Jesus is Matthew 20:17-28
to give his life as a ransom for many
Today’s encounter with Jesus, helps me to be reflective of one Lent’s Theme- AlmsGiving. Almsgiving is not just about putting your extra change into a small cardboard box. In Catholic teaching it really means the gift of oneself for the good of others.Time Talent Treasure.
Todays Gospel challenges me to be reflective on what it means to serve. Not so much in the ‘What is it I am going to do”, but more about the ‘Why am I doing it’. - To keep all that Jesus is speaking about in the Gospel message today, I am going to use one word. And that is Mission.
How am I sacrificing my life for the Mission. There is alot that we could certainly reflect on when it comes to that question. To help keep this reflection short and focused I am going to focus on serving at the parish level.
- When it comes to helping out at your parish. What are you serving? Are you serving the need that is truly needed? Or are you serving what you would like to serve? Which answer do you think is more reflective of Alms Giving?
- You could ask the same question about serving others outside of the parish.
As we hear in today's Gospel, serving the mission of God, requires sacrifice. Sacrifice requires us to put our motives aside and allow the Holy Spirit to help us see the true need of the community. We discover that through discernment and discussion.
At the end of the reflection I take a moment to pray with you and give you tomorrow’s Gospel reading if you want to read it ahead of time.
Here is the USCCB Daily Reading for Day 13: Matthew 20:17-28 if you would like to take a look ahead. https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/030426.cfm
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Lent 2026 Day 12: March 3, 2026
Matthew 23:1-12
Lent Day 12:
Welcome to Day 12 of Lent 2026 today is Tuesday March 3, 2026. Today's Gospel reading and Encounter with Jesus is Matthew 23: 1-12
Today’s encounter with Jesus, he encourages us to humble ourselves so we may be exulted. He uses the Pharisees actions as a way to look at how we should not live our lives. It lead me to ask myself the question, Why do I do the things I do?
At the end of the reflection I take a moment to pray with you and give you tomorrow’s Gospel reading if you want to read it ahead of time.
Here is the USCCB Daily Reading for Day 12 of Lent. Scroll down to find the Gospel reading: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/030326.cfm
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Welcome to Day 11 of Lent 2026 today is Monday March 2. Today's Gospel reading and Encounter with Jesus is Luke 6: 36-38
Today’s encounter with Jesus, he encourages us to be Merciful like his Father. How can I do that!? It almost seems impossible. But it isn’t. God provides his Grace so that we can be more like him.
At the end of the reflection I take a moment to pray with you and give you tomorrow’s Gospel reading if you want to read it ahead of time.
Here is the USCCB Daily Reading for Day 11 of Lent. Scroll down to find the Gospel reading: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/030226.cfm
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2nd Sunday of Lent 2026
Matthew 17:1-9
How Listening Transformed My Life
Three Words that Changed My Life
Welcome to 2nd Suday of Lent 2026 today is Sun March 1. Today's Gospel reading and Encounter with Jesus is the familiar Transfiguration Matthew 17: 1-9
In this reading, we are placed within a great moment of time. Along with Peter James and John, and Elijah and Moses, we get to hear God speak directly into our lives. God says; This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased, listen to him”
Three words with Today’s encounter with Jesus that have changed my life: Listen to Him. How do you Listen to Jesus? This is something that I have been working on for some time now and still seem to need to be better at it.
There is
Praying and reflecting daily with the Gospel message
Going to Adoration and being in his presence.
When with others, I try to hear how Jesus may be speaking through them.
Going to Mass both in the Liturgy of the Word and Liturgy of the Eucharist.
Learning over time to listen to Jesus,has transformed my life in so many ways. Praying and reflecting each day with the daily Gospel reading allows Jesus to challenge me in new ways about my current life. Leading me to deeper conversion.
This Lent, how are you seeking to listen to Jesus a little more intentionally?
At the end of the reflection I take a moment to pray with you and give you tomorrow’s Gospel reading if you want to read it ahead of time.
Here is the USCCB Daily Reading for the 2nd Sunday of Lent. Scroll down to find the Gospel reading: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/030126.cfm
Here is the USCCB Daily Reading for Day 11 if you would like to take a look ahead. https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/030226.cfm
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Lent 2026 Day 10:
Matthew 5:43-48
A Transformative Love for Everyone
Welcome to Day 10 of Lent 2026 today is Sat Feb 28th. Today's Gospel reading and Encounter with Jesus is Matthew 5:43-48
Today’s encounter with Jesus, is a great reminder that God’s Love can transform hearts. I know in my life there have been times when I have felt unworthy of love, unworthy of God, because of shame and guilt for the way I was treating myself and others. Both in my past when I was drinking but also in times of sobriety. But through other people and my own time of prayer and reflection, I experienced the compassion, mercy, and healing of God’s love.
Today’s encounter with Jesus says, to love - even your enemies. Meaning that as Christians, we are to look upon others through the eyes of God - with compassionate love. Yes, there have been people in my life that have hurt me, and I could certainly use the label enemy. Praying that God’s love infiltrates their hearts and provides compassion and healing is difficult. But I desire their lives to be transformed and know God, the way my life has been transformed and know God. Praying that the Holy Spirit helps transform people’s hearts is a form of God’s love. A Compassionate Heart is Loving Your Enemies
This Lent, who can you pray for?
At the end of the reflection I take a moment to pray with you and give you tomorrow’s Gospel reading if you want to read it ahead of time.
Here is the USCCB Daily Reading for Day 10 of Lent. Scroll down to find the Gospel reading: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/022826.cfm
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Lent 2026 Day 9:
Matthew 5:20-26
Welcome to Day 9 of Lent 2026 today is Fri Feb 27th. Today's Gospel reading and Encounter with Jesus is Matthew 5:20-26
Every once in a while I come across a Gospel reading that stops me in my tracks. That really challenges me. And this scripture reading is one of them
“You will not be released until you have paid the last penny”
The theme if you will for this reading is Righteousness.
At the end of the reflection I take a moment to pray with you and give you tomorrow’s Gospel reading if you want to read it ahead of time.
Here is the USCCB Daily Reading for Day 8 of Lent. Scroll down to find the Gospel reading: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/022726.cfm
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Lent 2026 Day 8:
Matthew 7:7-12
In this reflection I share on Day 8 of Lent 2026 Gospel Reading. I reflect on what Jesus is teaching us about prayer when he says, “Ask and it will be given to you;” ‘Jesus desires to teach us that prayer is meant to help us with conversion of our hearts. And yes, God will give us what is needed when it comes to conversion. At the end of the reflection I take a moment to pray with you and give you tomorrow’s Gospel reading if you want to read it ahead of time.
Here is the USCCB Daily Reading for Day 8 of Lent. Scroll down to find the Gospel reading: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/022626.cfm
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Lent 2026 Day 7:
Luke 11:29-32
In this reflection I share on Day 7 of Lent 2026 Gospel Reading. I reflect on the words Jesus said ‘There will be no sign given’. At the end of the reflection I take a moment to pray with you and give you tomorrow’s Gospel reading if you want to read it ahead of time.
Here is the USCCB Daily Reading for Day 7 of Lent. Scroll down to find the Gospel reading: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/022526.cfm
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Lent 2026 Day 6:
Matthew 6:7-15
In this reflection I share on Day 6 of Lent 2026 Gospel Reading. I reflect on the words Jesus said “Your Father knows what you need before you ask him”. At the end of the reflection I take a moment to pray with you and give you tomorrow’s Gospel reading if you want to read it a head of time.
Here is the USCCB Daily Reading for Day 6 of Lent. Scroll down to find the Gospel reading: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/022426.cfm
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Day 5
Matthew 25: 31-46
In this reflection I share on Day 5 of Lent 2026 Gospel Reading. I reflect on the words Jesus said “What you did not do”. I also take a moment to pray with you at the end.
Here is the USCCB Daily Reading for the day. Scroll down to find the Gospel reading: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/022326.cfm
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First Sunday of Lent
In this reflection I share on the First Sunday of Lent 2026 Gospel Reading. I discuss the Hunger of Fasting.
Here is the USCCB Daily Reading for the day. Scroll down to find the Gospel reading: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/022226.cfm
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Day 4
In this reflection I share on Day 4 of Lent 2026 Gospel Reading. I discuss the importance of Invitation to the Table.
Here is the USCCB Daily Reading for the day. Scroll down to find the Gospel reading: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/022126.cfm
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In this episode I share a personal reflection on Day 3 of Lent 2026 Gospel Reading. I discuss the importance of being approached by Jesus and approaching Jesus. How that has impacted my life. Here is the USCCB Daily Reading for the day. Scroll down to find the Gospel reading: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/022026.cfm #biblestudy #lent2026 #lent #discipleship #catholicism #catholicchurch #jesus
In this episode Day 2 of Lent Feb 19, 2026 I reflect on what it means for me to Deny self. Taken from Gospel of the Day Luke 9:22-25.
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Day 1 Ash Wednesday
In this reflection I share thoughts around being an ambassador for Christ. Taken from the second reading for Day 1 of Lent 2026 Ash Wednesday.
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Jacob Doran - Dir of Youth Evangelization and Catechesis
St Brendan The Navigator - Hilliard OH
Today we will be having a conversation around shifting the Family Culture In Faith. Such an important topic to be addressing in today's parishes. We discuss Faith and Family Life Catholic Ministries Pathways Suite and how it has impacted the families at St Brendan The Navigator Church in Hilliard OH. Jacob shares stories about families as well as how they got started with Family Formation.
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In this episode I speak with Fr Sean Prince, Pastor at St. Pius X Catholic Church in Norfolk Virginia. Fr Sean shares his experience of using videos to engage and evangelize his parishioners and others. He encourages pastors to consider using videos as a way to broaden their reach.
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In this episode I speak with Mark Baldwin from St. Mary Church, Dover, NJ. Mark has started a wonderful Addiction and Recovery Ministry at his parish that helps foster awareness as well as promotes healing and guidance. Mark is also an iThirst Spiritual Companion.
To learn more about his ministry you can visit the parish website at https://stmarysdover.org/
To learn more about iThirst you can visit their website at https://ithirstinitiative.org/
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In today’s podcast I speak with Heidi Indahl, co-founder of Designed for Discipleship. We discuss the challenge most Catholic parishes face: How to engaged Parents and their families? And ways to help them grow in their own journey of discipleship and mission.
Heidi contact information heidi@designedfordiscipleship.org
Website:https://www.designedfordiscipleship.org/
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This episode discusses the need to intentionally invite parishioners to become volunteers. We need to form parishioners and help them understand their role in mission.
Guest: Tom Corcoran: Co-Founder and President Rebuilt Parish https://www.rebuiltparish.com/
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January 2026 Monthly Online Gathering
If you would like to join us in person on the Fourth Thursday of the Month at 12noon ET for 45 minutes you can sign up Here
Guest Speaker : Susan Windley-Daoust
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In todays episode I speak with Kenneth Cramer, Director of Family and Respect Life, in the Diocese of Manchester, N.H.. Kenneth shares his wisdom and experience strenghthening Catholic parishes through Accompaniment and Belonging.
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synodality #parishlife #catholicleadership #discipleship #catholicism #catholicslivingdiscipleship In this episode I speak with Jonathan Lewis, Mission Strategy Officer for Paulist Fathers. We discuss the importances of fostering Synodality at your parish and how it helps a pastor and his leadership shift into a more united Mission at the parish. Important Links Connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-lewis-021143194/ Paulist Fathers https://paulist.org/ Communion Project https://paulist.org/communion/ Great article to read: https://www.americamagazine.org/faith-and-reason/2025/11/05/synodality-fatigue-synod-faith/ Music Credit: Ben Nelson
I speak with Susan Windley-Daoust from Mark 5:19 Project and author of the book Four Ways Forward. Come discover ways to help your parish.
discipleship #mark519project #catholicleadership #thefourwaysforward #catholicslivingdiscipleship
Episode Guest: Susan Windley-Daoust susan@mark519project.org Organization: Mark 5:19 Project https://mark519project.org/
Book: The Four Ways Forward https://amzn.to/4rBuDNl
Book: From Christendom to Apostolic Mission https://amzn.to/4arn6KM
Catholics Living Discipleship Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1CvPHe2sqe/
Music Credit: Ben Nelson
In this episode I speak with Krystal Quagliara. She has a podcast called Messy but Marian. The focus, sharing her journey of discipleship as a mom. In this episode Krystal shares a little bit about her story and we discuss a few ways that she grows in your journey as a disciple of Jesus and vocation as a mother.
Krystal Contact information
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/messy_but_marian/
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/krystalkadar
Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/6ddD7Bqbc8DnNFCbz1ZOtF?si=2acd7b27e2c04fec
Email: messybutmarian@gmail.com
Music Credit: Ben Nelson
catholic #catholicleadership #discipleship #parishleadership #growyourmindset Connect with me on our Facebook Catholics Living Discipleship https://www.facebook.com/groups/563472828442445
In this episode I share 5 key mistakes I have made while developing ministries and ministry teams. Avoiding these will help you and your ministry team grow.
parishcommunications #discipleship #parishleadership #Catholic
In today’s episode, I sit down with Tracy Welliver, Senior Director at Liturgical Publications. Tracy has spent years helping parishes craft meaningful and effective communication strategies.
In our conversation, you’ll discover:
- How to reflect on the key characteristics that shape your parish identity.
- Why it’s essential for parish leadership to engage in this conversation.
- Practical ways to begin this dialogue within your own leadership team.
So, let’s dive in — and explore how understanding and communicating your Parish Identity can transform the way your community connects and grows.
Check out all the great articles and information around Parish Communications at Liturgical Publications website www.4lpi.com
You can connect with Tracy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracy-earl-welliver-b8112b23b/
Music by Ben Nelson
discipleship #catholicparishmission #catholic #maintenancetomission #Christlife
In this conversation you will hear incredible hope and faith that comes from fostering genuine discipleship in your life and the life of parishioners. If you truly desire to transform your parish into missionary disciples, you are going to learn the challenges and joys that Dcn Jim Arndt has experienced and how he was able to foster discipleship at his parish that has helped with transforming hearts and mission.
Links
https://stfrancismerrill.org/
https://christlife.org/
mentalhealth #catholicministry #catholicmentalhealthministry #edshoener #mentalhealthawareness
Link: Catholic Mental Health Ministers website https://catholicmhm.org/
In this episode I have a conversation with Deacon Ed Shoener founder and President of Catholic Mental Health Ministries. As we know, we have a crisis in our society around Mental Health. Catholic Mental Health Ministries is a Pastoral ministry that helps strengthen awareness of Mental Health illness and how we can accompany those who are affected with such illness, both at a personal level and to support families. This ministry helps all levels of parish leadership: Parish Pastor to any person who desires to provide a pastoral ministry around mental health. They have an incredible website that provides information as well as formation.
Music Credit: Ben Nelson
amazingparish #Catholic #parish #discipleship #timglemkowski #parishleadership
How to connect with Amazing Parish https://amazingparish.org/
Welcome back to Catholics Living Discipleship. In todays episode I speak with Tim Glemkowski who is currently the Executive Director of Amazing Parish. I consider Tim a great evangelist as well as a great Catholic visionary leader. Every time we speak, I am inspired. He has a great passion for helping others come to know Jesus as well as shifting culture at Catholic parishes, so they become more vibrant with Mission. Our conversation starts with us sharing our passion for parish renewal and then shifts into a deeper conversation around the vision and mission of Amazing Parish. Parish Transformation is possible and Amazing Parish works with the pastor and parish leadership to make it possible. I encourage you to sit on this conversation. I guarantee you will walk away with some new perspective.
Music credit Ben Nelson
lifelongfamilyformation #discipleship #Jesus #Catholic #Scripture #faithandfamilylifecatholicministries
In this episode we speak with Dr Steven Serafin, Executive Director of Faith and Family Life Catholic Ministries. We discuss drawing families into a greater encounter with Jesus in their lives. Steven shares with us the importance of accompanying families through a catechetical model that introduces families to the Gospel Message, the Creed, our Salvation, Sacramental experiences, and ways to continue growing as a family of Disciples in their homes and daily life. We also discuss the impact of forming your team and catechists.
How to connect with Steven and Faith and Family Life Catholic Ministries
https://www.fflcm.org/
Music Credit: Ben Nelson
In this episode I speak with Lisa Thomas whose journey is extraordinary. Lisa from the streets of Washington DC, she overcame alcohol and drug addiction, prostitution, abortion, and incarceration. She is a former radio talk show host and a current author of three books. We discuss the possibilities of Getting Back on Track with God. No matter how far we think we might be from God, he is close by waiting to help us reestablish our relationship with him. We briefly discuss one of her books, Light in Our Darkness. You can visit her website at www.lisakratzthomas.com to purchase her books and learn more about her speaking engagements.
Lisa has worked with the Virginia Department of Corrections, leading reentry seminars statewide. She speaks nationwide to correctional institutions, corporations, churches, universities, and nonprofits. From surviving the streets of Washington, D.C., to becoming a member of a Senate Sub-Committee on prisoner reentry in Virginia, Lisa's life embodies 2 Corinthians 5:17, and she lives in Richmond, Virginia, with her husband Tom, of 33 years, their two children, and an expectant daughter-in-law.
Music credit Ben Nelson
In this episode we discuss with Christen Aquino,who serves as the Managing Director of Evangelization for Our Lady of Light Family of Parishes in Dayton, OH and is one of the co-founders of this document, how to help foster Discipleship Leadership and the importance of Discipleship at the parish. Continuing our exploration of the Process of Evangelization and Discipleship Document created by the Archdiocese of Cincinnati Center for the New Evangelization, Christen shares with us how she uses the document and the formation platform to help parish leadership grow as disciples. In turn this helps shift the parish culture into a more missionary parish.
To view all information about the documents and their formation
https://www.centerforthenewevangelization.org/process-of-evangelization
To jump right to the videos
https://www.centerforthenewevangelization.org/process-of-evangelization/group-study/sessions
In this episode I talk with Emily Reese, a Strategic Consultant with ACS Technologies who shares with us MissionInsite. One of ACS Technologies tool that can help parishes identify some of their missionary work. My hope for you in this episode is two fold 1) To introduce you to this Missionary tool 2)To encourage you to explore the tool after our conversation.
To learn more about MissionInsite you can visit their website at https://www.acstechnologies.com/missioninsite/
Contact Emily at MissionInsite@acst.com
Visit Catholics Living Discipleship website
Connect with Catholics Living Discipleship Facebook group
Music credits: Ben Nelson
Matthew Hiracheta, Senior Solutions Consultant from ACS Technologies shares with us some basic insights into one of their products called MinistryPlatform. We address some of the common challenges that we face with data management at the parish level. Come discover how this data base management system can help you support efficient and effective solutions around data management for your parish and help foster mission.
ACST Catholic: https://www.acstechnologies.com/acst-catholic/
MinistryPlatform: https://www.acstechnologies.com/ministryplatform/catholic/
Book a time to speak with Matt: https://tinyurl.com/Book-a-Call-with-Matthew
ACST Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@ACSTCatholic
Webinar Replay link Using MinistryPlatform for Displaying Relevant Metrics for Ministry
https://acst.zoom.us/rec/play/80uaPsfAoPlziP9WRHaooMVMxDjOZ2Ro0sBgbKqtyAxScWF5vnx3hjXfqXgH1bC8gxH4RL1R5fpk_8TX.v73l4XNRhqA8xiMQ?accessLevel=meeting&canPlayFromShare=true&from=share_recording_detail&startTime=1743010060000&componentName=rec-play&originRequestUrl=https%3A%2F%2Facst.zoom.us%2Frec%2Fshare%2FHv0CN5LEkuGehKryScmQai7bf53kx1LwZABjHAen-v2az89vSnBxoewK0R7jK60-.KA0tSnr8eZGIIMyX%3FstartTime%3D1743010060000
Music Credit: Ben Nelson
In today’s episode, I speak with Fr Michael White and Tom Corcoran about their book rebuilt FAITH. You will discover that this conversation isn’t just about the book and how it can impact people, but how this conversation speaks to the challenges we all face in our faith journey.
I would highly encourage you to grab a small group of friends and read this book together. It is a 40 day journey guiding you to explore God and his relevancy for your life.
Book: rebuilt FAITH
https://amzn.to/4iZuhLC
rebuilt parish coaching
https://www.rebuiltparish.com/team
I would also encourage you to join our Facebook group
https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Eku8PxjUy/
In today’s episode we have our second conversation with Msgr Benwell around how to live out our call to be saints. In this episode we begin to discuss the process of Canonization. We begin discussing the first step toward Canonization called Servant of God. We talk about the relevancy of this first step not only for that individual but also how it can relate to our own lives. As you listen to the conversation, we hope it encourages you to look further into the lives of those who are currently considered Servants of God. Learning about their lives can be just as important as learning about those who have been Canonized.
Links
Fr. Walter Ciszek
https://www.jesuits.org/stories/jesuit-father-walter-ciszek-a-life-in-service/
Fr. Walter Ciszek book He Leadeth Me
https://amzn.to/4ldvtg2
Catholics Living Discipleship Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1DbCFiks5J/
In this reflection we look at the story of the deaf and mute man Jesus heals in the Gospel of Mark (7:31-37). It is a way to reflect on how God desires to help us. #Discipleship #Prayer #scripturereflections
Youtube version of this podcast
Recommended Gospel of Mark Commentary
Catholics Living Discipleship Facebook
Music Credits: Ben Nelson
In this episode I have a conversation with Dianne Davis, Director of Mission Expansion at ChristLife. We discuss the importance of Forgiveness, the impact it has on our lives and those around us. In our journey of Discipleship Jesus calls us to merciful. Come discover for yourself areas of your life you may need to still provide forgiveness.
To connect with ChristLife please go to www.Christlife.org.
We encourage you to connect with us on Facebook Catholics Living Discipleship
Music credits: Ben Nelson
This episode is Part 2 of a two part series on the document The Process of Evangelization and Discipleship Diagram. Nick and I discuss the stages and thresholds found in the document. Nick Hardesty who works with the Center for the New Evangelization at the Archdiocese of Cincinnati as the Associate Director of Adult Evangelization and OCIA. This document and conversation is a wonderful tool to help your parish leadership grow in a deeper understanding of these processes and how to better accompany people in their faith journey. You can find a link to this document and resources below.
Facebook Group Catholics Living Discipleship
Below are the resources we mention in our conversation:
Process of Evangelization and Discipleship Diagram resources
https://www.centerforthenewevangelization.org/process-of-evangelization/documents-and-links
Directory for Catechesis
https://amzn.to/3EXWmns
Forming Intentional Disciples
https://amzn.to/3XjQhYG
Catherine of Siena Institute – Ananias Training
https://siena.org/
Other great resources to help foster Discipleship
Made for Mission by Tim Glemkowski
https://amzn.to/4bMlObQ
Start with Jesus by Julianne Stanz
https://amzn.to/3R2D7vM
Into His Likeness by Dr Ed Sri
https://amzn.to/41Ofyf4
Music Credits: Ben Nelson
In this episode I speak with Nick Hardesty, who works with the Center for New Evangelization at the Archdiocese of Cincinnati as the Associate Director of Adult Evangelization and OCIA. We discuss a document that his office created to help support parishes foster evangelization and grow disciples. The document is called The Process of Evangelization and Discipleship Diagram. This is first of two episodes. In the second episode Nick breaks down the different stages of Evangelization and the relate to the different thresholds of Discipleship in a person’s faith journey.
Below are the resources we mention in our conversation:
Process of Evangelization and Discipleship Diagram resources
https://www.centerforthenewevangelization.org/process-of-evangelization/documents-and-links
Directory for Catechesis
https://amzn.to/3EXWmns
Forming Intentional Disciples
https://amzn.to/3XjQhYG
Catherine of Siena Institute – Ananias Training
https://siena.org/
Music Credits: Ben Nelson
In this episode I share with you how Respond, Encounter, and Witness are three key words that I like to reflect on in scripture reading The First Disciples found in the Gospel of John. I come back to this reading from time to time to reflect on my journey of discipleship with Christ and to grow in a deeper awareness of Respond, Encounter, and Witness.
Resources shared
YouTube Video version: https://youtu.be/AwhQHoXWEeU
Gospel of John Catholic Commentary on Sacred Scripture
https://amzn.to/4gULcNI
Other Books to help you grow
Into His Likeness by Dr Ed Sri
https://amzn.to/3Qw2dmy
Start with Jesus by Julianne Stanz
https://amzn.to/41pacrP
Walking with Jesus by Pope Francis
https://amzn.to/4hO9XfN
Catholics Living Discipleship Facebook Group
https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1GjQkFaKVT/
Music Credit: Ben Nelson / Stare Away
In this podcast, I provide three simple considerations about becoming a disciple of Jesus Christ. 1)Why does Jesus want us to follow Him 2) How do I respond to his invitation? 3) What can I do in my daily life to grow in this journey?
Here are some of the resources that I encourage to read
Into His Likeness by Dr Ed Sri
https://amzn.to/42RjCxv
Catholic Commentary on Sacred Scripture -Gospel of Mark
https://amzn.to/4aYoQcE
Start with Jesus by Julianne Stanz
https://amzn.to/4gEGWBM
Walking with Jesus by Pope Francis
https://amzn.to/3X0Dz0R
Fruitful Discipleship
https://amzn.to/3WYsL3i
Catholics Living Discipleship Podcast website
https://catholicslivingdiscipleship.com/
Catholics Living Discipleship Facebook Group
https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1A8cnNmJz5/
Catholics Living Discipleship Youtube Channel
http://www.youtube.com/@CatholicsLivingDiscipleship
Music Credits: Ben Nelson
In today’s episode we begin a journey learning about how we are called to be saints, the impact it can have for our lives, and the relevancy between Small s and Big S saints.
This podcast segment called Saints for Sinners, will be with Msgr. William Benwell, past Vicar General for the Diocese of Metuchen, and current pastor of St Mary’s Stony Hill in Watchung NJ. Our hope is to encourage you as listeners to either become a little more interested in learning about the Saints. And if you already have a patron saint or enjoy learning about saints, our episodes encourage you to grow even more.
https://catholicslivingdiscipleship.com/
Music credits: Ben Nelson
In this episode I speak with Keaton Douglas, Executive Director and creator of iThirst. The iTHIRST Initiative is a comprehensive program which focuses on spirituality in the prevention, treatment, and aftercare of those suffering from substance use disorders and their families. The iTHIRST Spiritual Companionship (ITSC) Training, is a faith-based continuing education which instructs lay leaders and clergy on the spiritual dimension of addiction/recovery, certified through Seton Hall University. This is a wonderful way to broaden how we Accompany people along their life journey at parishes.
Here is information on how you can connect with the iThirst Initiative
https://ithirstinitiative.org/
Podcast music credits: Ben Nelson
This episode is Part II of our Stewardship conversation with my guest Dave Baranowski, Director of Parish Stewardship and Leadership Formation for the Archdiocese of St Louis MO. Part I discussed the first 5 of 11 key points. Part II we discuss the remaining six points. Below you will find the document mentioned in the podcast as well as the website Revive Parishes that I also mention in the podcast.
Revive Parishes https://reviveparishes.com/
David Baranowski document: Dave Baranowski 11 Key Suggestions for Parish Stewardship and other info
Podcast music credits: Ben Nelson
In this episode with my guest Dave Baranowski, Director of Parish Stewardship and Leadership Formation for the Archdiocese of St Louis MO, we hope to communicate two very important considerations with Stewardship. The first. Stewardship has to be grounded in Discipleship. A true and genuine understanding of Stewardship comes from the heart of a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. This is critical when fostering true Stewardship both personally and for the parish. Second. Like so many other initiatives, if you do not have an intentional plan for Stewardship, it just meanders. It wanders, and then we wonder why Stewardship isn’t taking root within the parish. In Part 1 Dave shares his 10+ years experience of helping parishes with Stewardship by providing to us the first five of eleven key suggestions every parish should consider.
Podcast music credits: Ben Nelson
In this episode my friend Dr Patrick Manning joins me to discuss a great book Called to Christian Joy and Maturity. We dive into chapter three discussing the process of discipleship. You will hear us talk a little bit about what growth can mean for us as disciples. Jesus desires us to grow in our relationship with him to have a deeper understanding of ourselves, so he can lead us into healing, and lead us into knowing the real and present nature of God in our lives. Join our conversation, and see how it may inspire you in your journey with Jesus Christ!
Epsiode Links
Called to Christian Joy and Maturity. Click link to purchase book
https://amzn.to/41E9C6N
Catholics Living Discipleship Facebook Group
https://www.facebook.com/groups/563472828442445
Podcast Music by: Ben Nelson
In this episode Jen Sakowski from Raney Day Design - A Creative Marketing Company, discusses with me if you truly want your website, social media, and digitial marketing to evangelize, then you must have a genuine Communications Strategy and effecitve Digital Marketing.....Trust me you will not want to miss this conversation....Within this conversation we offer my very first generous promotion. This promotional offer will end August 1st, 2022.
Music by: Ben Nelson
Epsiode Links
Digital Marketing Communications Strategy Promotion
In today's episode I have a conversation with Suzanne Walsh, Director of Parish Programs with Sophia Institute of Teachers. We discuss how Whole Family Catechesis can be a vehicle to help evangelize your parish. We discuss a few of the barriers and challenges as well as how Sophia Institute coaches you from the very beginning and does not leave your side, even when you are up and running...
Links of Note from Podcast
Here's the website for A Family of Faith https://sophiainstituteforteachers.org/shop/family-of-faith Here's the website to schedule the Wednesday live tour with Suzanne Walsh https://sophiainstituteforteachers.org/familyfaithtour Suzanne Walsh Contact info: swalsh@sophiainstitute.com 800 888 9344 x 323 Conference where Suzanne will be in July 2022 St John Bosco Conference https://steubenvilleconferences.com/events/sjb/ Music provided by music artist Ben Nelson
Part 3 of three epsiodes discussing the tranformative impact of ChristLife both at a personal level and at a parish level.
Dan Amabile, one of the first ChristLife leaders at St Magdalen De Pazzi parish in Flemington NJ, reminisces with me about starting ChristLife at the parish and the different ways it lead people into a deeper encounter with Jesus Christ by evangelizing the hearts of the first team and participants...He shares how it continues to impact the parish.
For more information about ChristLife vist https://christlife.org/
Podcast music by Ben Nelson
Part 2 of ChristLife Mini Series
In this episode my guest Valerie Devito shares how ChristLife has impacted her life as well as how we established ChristLife at a small parish.
If you are interested in learning more about Christlife visti them at ChristLife.org
Books mentioned in this podcast at the end {Click title to order}
Start with Jesus by Julianne Stanz
Made for Mission: Renewing Your Parish Culture
A Life of Conversion: Meeting Christ in the Gospels
Podcast Music by Ben Nelson
Part 1 of a three part series on ChristLife
In this episode Pete Ascosi, Assistant Director for ChristLife, and I share experiences about how ChristLife helps fosters discipleship and evangelization at parishes. This is part of a small 'mini-series' I put together. Be sure to listen to the two other episodes where two different parishes share their experiences.
Here are a few links from our conversation:
ChristLife website: https://christlife.org/
Discovering Christ invitation on youtube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n8uOFDlxVJ0
Fr. Joseph Espaillat on bringing ChristLife to the Bronx
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4tQVkuRyok
Catholics Living Discipleship podcast website
http://www.catholicslivingdiscipleship.com/
Podcast Music by Ben Nelson
Are you faced with the question "How do I begin to organize my ministries to help them work more collaboratively so we can shift to a more missionary parish?" In this episode I speak with Divine Renovation Leadership Coach Diahne Goodwin and discuss why it is so important to understand your different ministries and how to begin organizing them when helping your parish become more missionary.
Below are links to Divine Renovation and some books mentioned:
Divine Renovation website: https://www.divinerenovation.org/
Divine Renovation 2022 Conference https://www.divinerenovation.org/drusa2022
Books:
Divine Renovation
Made for Mission
Great Catholic Parishes
Becoming a Parish of Intentional Disciples
John Paul II and The New Evangelization
In this episode Jessica shares how a moment of curiosity was exploited by the devil and led her into an addiction of pornography. However, the victory of our Lord prevailed in her heart and through an incredible story of the Sacrament of Reconciliation. What do you still suffer with that the Lord is waiting to set free in your life?
Music by: Ben Nelson
Book mentioned in Podcast: Men, Women, and the Mystery of Love
In this episode Darrin shares with you some of his personal journey in Discipleship by discussing a chapter from Start with Jesus. This is a wonderful book by Julianne Stanz that encourages you to reflect on how are you growing as a disciple of Jesus Christ and how that can help renew the Church.
To purchase the book
Start with Jesus Book https://amzn.to/3P2JAot
Facebook Group: Catholics Living Discipleship
In today’s episode, Carl Baumann and I grab some coffee as a follow up from our first conversation about his conversion story, to share about our personal time of prayer and how it feeds our faith journey as disciples of Christ and our daily life. You might discover a few words of encouragement in this conversation that can feed your own faith journey and encouragement to grow in your personal prayer life.
Podcast Information
Podcast website www.catholicslivingdiscipleship.com
Host Darrin Nelson’s contact: dnelson@avibrantparishlife.com
Music by Ben Nelson
In today’s episode, Kathy Behre shares a how discerning her unique charisms the Holy Spirit has provided, helped her to discover a deeper purpose for her life and now sees how the Holy Spirit works through her for the mission of Christ. Kathy is a parishioner of St Magdalen de Pazzi in Flemington New Jersey. She helps her parish foster discipleship and evangelization by offering the Called and Gifted charisms discernment from The Catherine of Siena Institute.
Podcast Information
Podcast website www.catholicslivingdiscipleship.com
Host Darrin Nelson’s contact: dnelson@avibrantparishlife.com
Music by: Ben Nelson
Other information
Called and Gifted Information https://siena.org/called-gifted
In today’s episode, Palma Anton shares a how the Holy Spirit had been tugging on her heart for some time and just like a boomerang it continued to come back around! In today’s episode you will hear Palma share her story about her journey with the Holy Spirit and being guided to discern charisms…. Is the Holy Spirit tugging on your heart?
Podcast Information
Podcast website www.catholicslivingdiscipleship.com
Host Darrin Nelson’s contact: dnelson@avibrantparishlife.com
Music by: Ben Nelson
Other information
Called and Gifted Information https://siena.org/called-gifted
Have you ever asked yourself this question; How do I discover what God desires for me in my life? I think if you were to ask your Catholic friends what it means to discern their charisms, many of them would look a little confused. But if you were to ask them what are the 7 Gifts of the Holy Spirit, they might be able to mention a few. In today’s episode I talk with a great friend Patrick Conley about Charisms, what they are and why is it important for us as Catholics to discern them. We discuss how this discernment relates to our journey of discipleship and the mission of Christ.
Patrick Conley lives in Wisconsin, works in the Office of Communications for the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis, and is a trainer and presenter of Called and Gifted for The Catherine of Siena Institute.
Podcast Information
Podcast website www.catholicslivingdiscipleship.com
Host Darrin Nelson’s contact: dnelson@avibrantparishlife.com
Other information
Patrick Conley conleyp@archspm.org
Practicing Catholic Show www.practicingcatholicshow.com
Called and Gifted Information https://siena.org/called-gifted
In a secular culture where so many young adults are persuaded by the pursuit of careers, Carl Baumann shares with Darrin how his personal awakenings during his pursuit of aviation continued to happen in unexpected moments drawing him toward a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and back into the Catholic Church. An inspiring story definitely to be heard!
In this Introduction Episode Darrin shares his inspiration, vision, and hope for Catholics Living Discipleship podcast. You learn about the different encounters and conversations that will encourage and strengthen your pursuit for a living relationship with Jesus Christ and deeper encounter in the sacramental life of the Catholic Church.