CampusMIN Cast from CCMA: Recent Episodes
Mike St. Pierre
In this episode of Campus Ministry Connection, Tom and Jade go behind the scenes of a campus ministry that is connected to a local parish.
In this episode of Campus Ministry Connection, Tom and Jade go behind the scenes with a student from the Washington University Catholic Student Center.
You'll learn about the importance of small groups and how confidentiality plays an important role in Catholic campus ministry.
In this episode of the show, Tom and Jade go behind the scenes with June, a student from Yale University's Saint Thomas More Chapel and Catholic Center.
For more about the Catholic Center: https://stm.yale.edu
For more about CCMA: www.ccmanetwork.org
In the latest episode of Campus Ministry Connection, Tom and Jade interview Megan, a cross country student athlete at St. Ambrose University. You can also watch the interview here: https://youtu.be/yfaV0EobPzY
For more great resources related to Catholic campus ministry, visit: www.ccmanetwork.org
In this episode of Campus Ministry Connection, Tom interviewed Madelyn from the University of Michigan. They discussed the factors that first got Madelyn interested in campus ministry and then what kept her involved.
For more information about Catholic campus ministry, visit: www.ccmanetwork.org
In this episode of Campus Ministry Connection, Tom interviews Ed and Mary Ternan who share the story of the tragic death of their son Charlie.
For more information about Ed and Mary's mission to help stop the surge of synthetic pills, visit their website: https://www.songforcharlie.org/about
In this first podcast from Tom Prior and Jade Christian, we hear from Haley, a fifth year student from Iowa State. You'll find out what drew her deeper into her relationship with the Lord and how Catholic campus ministry played an important role in her journey.
In this episode of the CampusMIN podcast, Executive Director Michael St. Pierre hands off the show to Tom Prior and Jade Christian, two campus ministers from CCMA.
Enjoy the show!
In this episode of the CampusMIN podcast, we spoke with Dr. James Walters of St. John's University.
His new book is Dreams Come True: Discovering God's Vision for Your Life and it's excellent! For more about Dr. Walters, visit: https://drjimmywalters.com/about-2/
To claim a free copy (limited to the first five), share a link to this podcast and tag CCMA, @CCMACampusMin
Enjoy the show!
In this episode of the CampusMIN Cast, we talk with ESTEEM national director Nicole Perone. Why aren't more parishes tapping into the gifts of their young adults? What can campuses do to help prepare Catholics for parish life?
For even more info related to Catholic campus ministry, visit www.ccmanetwork.org/podcast
In this episode, we take you behind the scenes of Essential Engagement, a brand new initiative from CCMA that includes a book and online course.
You can find out more at: www.ccmanetwork.org/essential
Thank you to our benefactors who make the podcast possible. To become a supporter yourself, visit www.ccmanetwork.org/support
In this episode of the CampusMIN Cast, we interviewed George Weigel, Distinguished Senior Fellow of the Ethics and Public Policy Center and author of The Next Pope: The Office of Peter and a Church in Mission.
In this episode we'll hear from Emily Rogers, a mother who has just started her own podcast, Here I am. Send Me! As a campus minister, Emily knows the importance of being called by God. Her podcast gives her a new medium for expressing that call.
Find out more about her work in campus ministry: https://eiunewman.org/about-us/
Enjoy Emily's podcast: https://www.emannrogers.com
To support the show, visit: www.ccmanetwork.org/support
In this episode we hear from Fr. Dennis Holtschneider, CM who is President of the ACCU (Association of Catholic Colleges & Universities). What is the real state of Catholic colleges in the US? How might Covid-19 change higher education permanently? What goes into leading a university through a time of crisis? Fr. Dennis walks us through all of this and much more.
For more about the ACCU, visit: www.accunet.org
To support the show, visit: www.ccmanetwork.org/support
In Season Four, Episode 12, we talk with Dr. Patricia Whitely, Vice President for Student Affairs at the University of Miami. She shares her thoughts on how Covid-19 has challenged her team and how a crisis can also provide an opportunity for growth.
To support the show, visit www.ccmanetwork.org/support
Should you change your messaging as you approach the Fall? To what degree should your fundraising plan reference issues of social justice?
Enjoy our conversation with Tara Doyon of the Saint Paul Catholic Center at Indiana University and find out more about their apostolate: www.hoosiercatholic.org
In this episode, we talk about the dueling uncertainties of the coronavirus and the racial unrest in America.
How do you move forward with these two realities being far from resolved? How can you plan for a Fall semester which is still being figured out?
Shownotes: 1. Support the show: www.ccmanetwork.org/support
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Georgia Tech Professors speak out: https://www.npr.org/2020/07/05/887471299/a-nightmare-georgia-tech-faculty-push-back-against-in-person-reopening-plans
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ACCU statements from Catholic colleges on racism: https://www.accunet.org/Racial-Injustice
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Inside Higher Ed and anti-racist campus actions: https://www.insidehighered.com/views/2020/07/02/actions-higher-ed-institutions-should-take-help-eradicate-racism-opinion
In this episode we speak with Fr. Peter Martyr Youngwirth, O.P., Chaplain and Director of Campus Ministry at Providence College in Providence, RI.
When covid-19 closed his campus, his team shifted into high gear in order to maintain pastoral services for their students.
Learn more about the ministry at Providence College through: https://mission-ministry.providence.edu/mission-ministry/chaplain/campus-ministry/
In this episode we speak with communications expert Katie Pesha. Katie helps nonprofits and small businesses communicate their mission with clarity and ease.
For more about Katie's work, visit her website: https://www.katiepesha.com
For more about Katie's ministry on Facebook, visit: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2421826451252058/
In this episode we speak with Crystal Sullivan and Mike Bennett of the University of Dayton. When the coronavirus closed campus and students were sent home, their team moved into high gear, planning a mid-day moment of prayer.
We also talked about hopefulness amidst the coronavirus and how to move forward in faith.
You can join them each day for prayer here: https://udayton.edu/ministry/virtualchapel/covidnineresources.php
In this episode we speak with Marcel LeJeune of Catholic Missionary Disciples. His new book, The Contagious Catholic: the Art of Practical Evangelization is a wonderful guide for campuses everywhere.
For more about Marcel's work, https://catholicmissionarydisciples.com
For more about Marcel's new book: https://ascensionpress.com/products/the-contagious-catholic-the-art-of-practical-evangelization
In this episode we speak with Fr. Joshua West, LC, chaplain of the NC State Catholic Campus Ministry.
Nothing could have prepared Fr. Joshua for the coronavirus and how it's changed how he does campus ministry. You'll find his easy-going perspective refreshing.
For more about Fr. Joshua's work, visit: https://www.catholicpack.org
Welcome to Season 4 of the Campus MIN Podcast, Episode 3.
We're talking today about the impact that the coronavirus has on our ministry within higher education. What if you saw this, albeit difficult, as an opportunity?
Featured article from The Jesuit Post: Wash Your Hands. And Fold Them in Prayer: https://thejesuitpost.org/2020/03/wash-your-hands-and-fold-them-in-prayer-a-catholic-response-to-the-coronavirus/
To learn more about CCMA and the amazing work of Catholic campus ministers, visit www.ccmanetwork.org
Welcome to Season 4 of the Campus MIN Podcast, Episode 2.
We welcome in Fr. Michael Martin, OFM Conv. of the Duke Catholic Center. We talk about the gift of zeal in ministry and how it is accessible to everyone.
For more information on Fr. Michael or to listen to his podcast, FriarSide Chats, visit: www.Catholic.duke.edu
Welcome to Season 4 of the Campus Min Podcast, formerly known as the CCMA Leadership Podcast. We welcome in Dr. Maureen Day of the Franciscan School of Theology and one of the authors of the recently released study on Catholic campus ministry.
You can read the study here: http://www.usccb.org/beliefs-and-teachings/how-we-teach/catholic-education/campus-ministry/upload/19-051-Campus-Ministry-Report.pdf
For more information on Dr. Day, visit: https://maureenkday.com/author/maureenkday/
In this bonus episode of the CCMA Leadership Podcast in Season Three, Mike talks with Craig Miller, President of FOCUS.
Want to join Mike and Craig at SLS? Visit: https://www.sls20.org
This podcast is made possible through the generous support of our benefactors. If you would like to be counted as one of them, visit www.ccmanet.org/support.
In this final episode of the CCMA Leadership Podcast in Season Three, Mike and Jose talk about the highs and lows of producing a podcast. You'll hear about their doubts, their favorite guests and also their advice for beginner podcasters.
This podcast is made possible through the generous support of our benefactors. If you would like to be counted as one of them, visit www.ccmanet.org/support.
Thanks to our listeners for a wonderful third season of the podcast! We'll see you in Season Four with even more outstanding guests!
In this edition of the CCMA Leadership Podcast, we go behind the scenes (for a second time!) with Pope Francis' latest exhortation, Christus Vivit. Young adult leader Nick Stein of the Sisters of Bon Secours, USA walks us through the document and shares his insights on its impact on campuses.
You'll learn about: -The personal response each of us has to engage young adults -The "handoff" from campus to parish life -Nick's favorite sections from the document
For more about Paul's work, visit https://bonsecoursyoungadults.org/home-2/staff/
Enjoy the show!
In this edition of the CCMA Leadership Podcast, we go behind the scenes with Pope Francis' latest exhortation, Christus Vivit. Paul Jarzembowski of the USCCB takes us into the synodal process in order to understand the document.
You'll learn about: -Translation issues -The importance of synodality -The impact of the document on U.S. ministry
For more about Paul's work, visit www.usccb.org/yam
Enjoy the show!
In this edition of the CCMA Leadership Podcast, we go behind the scenes with Jose at St. Mary's University, San Antonio, TX. How does their team prepare for Lent?
You'll learn about: -The Pre-Ash Bash -Daily Mass commitments -40 Days of Prayer and Service -RCIA
Plus, we'll ask Jose how he personally keeps a holy Lent. Enjoy the show!
In this episode, we talk with our own Episcopal Moderator, Bishop Fernand Cheri, OFM, Auxiliary Bishop for the Archdiocese of New Orleans.
We discuss: -Black Catholics in history -The new Pastoral letter from the US Bishops on racism -How to befriend someone who may be different from you
For more info about Bishop and his excellent work, visit https://nolacatholic.org/racial-harmony
In this episode, we talk with our own Executive Director, Michael St. Pierre. Michael's new book is called The 5 Habits of Prayerful People: A No-Excuses Guide to Strengthening Your Relationship with God (Ave Maria Press).
We discuss: -Obstacles to prayer -The concept of "prayerfinding" -How Michael manages to maintain a personal platform amidst professional work
For more info about Mike and his excellent work, visit www.mikestpierre.com/book
In this episode, we talk with Katie Diller, Director of Campus Ministry at St. John Parish at Michigan State. Katie is also the Diocesan Coordinator of Campus Ministry for the Diocese of Lansing, MI.
We discuss: -How to transition college students into parish life -The skills needed to transition out of college and into an adult context of faith -Why parishes struggle to welcome young adults and engage them in the mission of the Church
For more info about Katie and her excellent work, visit https://elcatholics.org/people/katie-diller
In this episode, we talk with Dr. John Cuddeback, Chairman of the Department of Philosophy at Christendom College.
We discuss: -John's blog, Bacon from Acorns (https://baconfromacorns.com/) -Friendship and how it comes in diverse forms -Technology and the importance of its moderation in relation to friendship
For more info about John and his excellent work, visit https://baconfromacorns.com/.
Welcome to Season 3 of the CCMA Leadership Podcast!
In this episode, we talk with Jason Evert of The Chastity Project.
We discuss: -pornography and what the Church can do about it -the Holy Family and dating -healthy relationships in a hookup culture -gender confusion among young adults
For more info about Jason and his excellent work, visit:www.chastity.org
Welcome to Season 3 of the CCMA Leadership Podcast!
In this episode, we talk with Fr. J. Friedel of Missouri Southern State University and St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church.
We discuss: -collaboration between chaplains and lay staff -managing multiple campuses -the unique opportunity afforded to parish-based ministries
For more info about Fr. J. and his work, visit: https://saintpetertheapostlejoplin.com
Welcome to Season 3 of the CCMA Leadership Podcast!
In this episode, we talk with Dr. Leonard DeLorenzo of the University of Notre Dame. "Lenny" is the Director of Undergraduate Studies and the Academic Director of the Vision Program at the McGrath Institute for Church Life.
We discuss: -a parenting perspective on technology -how Notre Dame students are just like any other group of students... and totally different at the same time -college students and the "game" we help them navigate
For more info about Lenny and his work, visit: https://www.leonardjdelorenzo.com/
Welcome to Season 3 of the CCMA Leadership Podcast!
In this episode, we talk with Jamie Cappetta of the USC Caruso Catholic Center.
We discuss: -hiring for character -the importance of metrics -and so much more!
For more info about Jamie and his work, visit: https://www.catholictrojan.org
Welcome to Season 3 of the CCMA Leadership Podcast!
In this episode, we talk with Shannon and Anna of Eden Invitation.
We discuss: -titles like LGBT and same-sex desires -the Four Principles of Eden Invitation -how you can be most helpful to those who have same-sex desires
For more info about Shannon and Anna and their work, visit: https://www.edeninvitation.com
Welcome to Season 3 of the CCMA Leadership Podcast!
In this episode, we talk with Andrew Robison, President of Petrus Development.
We discuss: -the idea of fundraising as ministry -how to balance "now needs" with cultivating donors -the Annual Manual
For more info about Andrew and his work, visit: https://www.petrusdevelopment.com
Welcome to Season 3 of the CCMA Leadership Podcast!
In this episode, we talk with Fr. Thomas Schaefgen, O.P. of Tulane University.
We discuss: -how to connect social justice with piety -how to build up student leaders -the value of welcoming students through your website
For more info about Fr. Thomas and his work, visit: https://catholic.tulane.edu/
Welcome to Season 3 of the CCMA Leadership Podcast!
In this episode, we talk with Fr. Jim Chern of Montclair State University and the Archdiocese of Newark, NJ.
We discuss: -how students have changed in the last ten years -what FOCUS missionaries have added to ministry at MSU -Church scandal and restoring trust -why Fr. Jim insists on using WordPerfect (seriously)
For more info about Fr. Jim and his work, visit: https://www.msunewman.com/
Welcome to Season 3 of the CCMA Leadership Podcast!
In this episode, we talk with Jose Piñones, Major Gift Officer for the Archdiocese of Chicago.
We discuss: -a Catholic approach to fundraising -small shop ministries and what they can do to raise funds
For more info about Jose and his work, visit: uhttps://giving.archchicago.org/about-us/staff-contact
Welcome to Season 3 of the CCMA Leadership Podcast!
In this episode, we talk with Nick Lopez of the University of Dallas.
We discuss: -community colleges -how prayer is active and not a passive gesture of faith -Encuentro and its encouragement of bishops
For more info about Nick and his work, visit: https://udallas.edu
Welcome to Season 3 of the CCMA Leadership Podcast!
In this episode, we talk with National Coordinator Megan Colford of ESTEEM.
We discuss: -the desires of young adults -the components of ESTEEM -the importance of young adults in parish life
For more info about Megan and her work, visit: http://www.esteemleadership.org/
Welcome to Season 3 of the CCMA Leadership Podcast!
In this episode, we talk with Executive Director Jason Simon of The Evangelical Catholic.
We discuss: -the General Catechetical Directory -how evangelization forms the heart of campus ministry -what to do in order to become a more evangelizing community
For more info about Jason and his work, visit: www.evangelicalcatholic.org
Welcome to Season 3 of the CCMA Leadership Podcast!
In this episode, we talk with Campus Minister, Christian Santamaria of the University of Notre Dame. Christian is the Associate Director of Retreats and Pilgrimages for the University.
We discuss: -the importance of silence -why glitzy retreat houses may not be as ideal as one might think -the sacred duty of journeying with students in their faith -what Christian knows now that he only partly knew when he first started as a campus minister
For more info about Christian and his work, visit: campusministry.nd.edu
Welcome to Season 3 of the CCMA Leadership Podcast!
In this episode, we talk with best-selling author and Catholic speaker, Katie Prejean McGrady.
We discuss: -the upcoming Synod on Youth -the current church clergy scandals -faithfulness during difficult times -her advice to campus ministers
For more info about Katie and her work, visit: www.katieprejean.com
Welcome to Season 3 of the CCMA Leadership Podcast!
In this episode, we talk with President and Founder of Catholic Missionary Disciples, Marcel LeJeune.
We discuss: -apostolic apprenticeship -the Good News the Church needs during a time of scandal -the dangers of clericalism
For more info about Marcel and his work, visit: https://catholicmissionarydisciples.com
In this episode we talk with Executive Director Steve Picard of Parish Catalyst. Steve offers some practical advice for parishes looking to take a leap to the next level. In addition, he shares how Parish Catalyst uses learning communities in order to help parishes build laser-like focus.
For more on Parish Catalyst: https://www.parishcatalyst.org/
In this episode we talk with Social Media Expert (read: Guru!) Jen Sawyer of Busted Halo. Jen offers some practical advice on how social media and technology can amplify your ministry's message.
For more on Busted Halo: https://bustedhalo.com/
For the Busted Halo radio show: https://bustedhalo.com/radio
In Episode 15, we talk with CEO and President of the Association of Catholic Colleges & Universities, Michael Galligan-Stierle, PhD. Michael shares his thoughts on the value of a Catholic college in the modern age.
For more info about the ACCU, visit their website: www.acccunet.org
Hilary Draftz is the West Area Director of FOCUS (Fellowship of Catholic University Students) and shares with us what she's seeing around the country. What works on a campus? How can campus ministers reach more students and invite them into a deeper life of faith?
For more on FOCUS: www.focus.org
In this episode of the CCMA Leadership Roundtable, we interview Dr. Kim Smolik, CEO of Leadership Roundtable.
Kim shares her thoughts about the importance of feedback, how standards help us aim for excellence and how campuses can connect with the work of the Roundtable.
For more information, visit www.leadershiproundtable.org
In this episode we interview Mark Knox, Director of St. Mary's Catholic Center at Texas A&M (https://aggiecatholic.org).
Have you downloaded the CCMA Small Groups Field Guide yet? http://www.ccmanetwork.org/registry/
Have you signed up for CALLED 2018 yet? www.ccmanetwork.org/convention2018
In this episode we speak with Chris Lowney, author of Everyone Leads: How to Revitalize the Catholic Church. Chris talks about the very real challenges facing the Church as well as the strategic opportunities we have to cooperate with the Holy Spirit in the Church's revival.
For more info: www.chrislowney.com
In this episode we speak with Fr. Ryan Richardson, LC of the Catholic Worldview Fellowship, a unique program for college students.
For more info: http://catholicworldview.com/
In this episode we welcome special guest and the world's most recognized teacher of St. John Paul II's Theology of the Body, Christopher West.
To attend the CCMA convention: www.ccmanet.org/convention2018
To sign up for a CCMA Mastermind class: www.ccmanet.org/mastermind
For Christopher's website: www.corproject.com
In Episode 8, we talk with Mrs. Rosemary Sullivan, Executive Director of the National Conference of Diocesan Vocation Directors.
NCDVD website: www.ncdvd.org
Diocesan Priest website: www.diocesanpriest.com
In this episode we welcome back Friar John Bamman, OFM, Conv., Director of Vocations for the Our Lady of Consolation Province of the Conventual Franciscans.
Website: www.franciscans.org
Blog: www.whyknotfriar.org
Email: franvoc@aol.com
In Season 2, Episode 6, Emily and I talk with Bishop John Stowe, OFM, Conv., Bishop of the Diocese of Lexington, KY.
For information on the Diocese of Lexington and Bishop John: https://cdlex.org/bishop-john-stowe-ofm-conv
Have you given to the CCMA Fund yet? http://www.ccmanetwork.org/support/
In Season 2, Episode 5, Emily and I talk with Fr. Michael Martin, OFM, Conv. of Duke University.
For information on the Duke Catholic Center, visit https://catholic.duke.edu/
The Duke YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/dukecatholic
Friarside Chats Podcast: https://catholic.duke.edu/friar-side-chats/
In this episode we talk with Gabriela Karaszewski of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston about the recent floods in Texas and outreach to Latino students.
In Episode 3 of the CCMA Leadership Podcast (Season Two), we had the pleasure of chatting with Kerry Robinson of The Leadership Roundtable. Kerry is the Global Ambassador and we discussed leadership, vision, young adult engagement and the needs of the Church today.
For more information about The Leadership Roundtable: http://leadershiproundtable.org/
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In this cast we talk with Dr. Ansel Augustine of St. John's University. Ansel is a leading voice in Catholic campus ministry and a recent move to the Northeast has him talking about evangelization on a diverse campus. You can follow Ansel via : www.twitter.com/preach504 and learn more about campus ministry at St. John's via: http://www.stjohns.edu/faith/campus-ministry
Shownotes: 1. Reserve your spot for the Winter session of our Mastermind Groups: www.ccmanet.org/mastermind
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Download the CCMA app today via the Google Play or iOS app stores.
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Download the State of Campus Ministry Report today via www.ccmanet.org on the "Tools" page.
In Episode 2 of the podcast, we interview Michael O'Loughlin of America Magazine and also the author of The Tweetable Pope.
Michael can be reached via Twitter, @mikeoloughlin or on Facebook, @mjoloughlin
In Season 2 of the CCMA Leadership Podcast, we have even more episodes to encourage you in your faith and bolster your work!
Be sure to check out CCMA Mastermind Groups via www.ccmanet.org/mastermind
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Be sure to check out CampusPRINT for affordable print solutions for your campus ministry via www.ccmanet.org/campusprint
In this episode we talk with Rick Erisman of Redivive Coaching. Ministry can be an isolated work so coaching is more important than ever before. Rick's work creates "mastermind" groups so that participants can avoid burnout and extend their ministry further.
For more about Rick's work: http://www.redivive.com
A free PDF download is available via the CCMA blog: http://www.ccmanetwork.org/blog/2017/6/26/podcast-38-with-rick-erisman-of-redivive-coaching
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In Episode 37, we talk with Emily Hitchens of Butler University Catholic campus ministry! Emily shares her tips for avoiding burnout, balancing work and study and what she admires about Celtics (and former Butler coach) Brad Stevens.
Emily's ministry website: http://www.butler-catholic.org/
Emily also cohosts The Last Pew, a Catholic show in Indianapolis: http://www.lastpewradio.com/talent
For more about Vera Cruz Advisory, our sponsor for this podcast, visit their website: http://veracruzdev.weebly.com/
In Episode 36 we talk with Matt Faley of the Archdiocese of Indianapolis. Matt's team ministers to over a dozen campuses and does a tremendous job of keeping the first things (ministry, prayer, goals) on the front burner.
For more information about Matt and his work, visit: www.indycatholic.org
Special thanks to our sponsor, Vera Cruz Advisory. Vera Cruz helps non-profits accomplish their missions and has been a great support of CCMA. For more about Vera Cruz, visit: http://veracruzdev.weebly.com/
In Episode 35 we talk with Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C., the Director of the Catholic Apostolate Center. Fr. Frank's team is leading the way when it comes to utilizing technology for the purposes of evangelization, communication and teamwork.
For more information about Fr. Frank, http://www.catholicapostolatecenter.org/director.html
For the many resources and tools offered by the CAC: http://www.catholicapostolatecenter.org/resources.html
In Episode 34 we talk with Friar Mario Serrano, OFM, Conv., Pastoral Associate for University Ministry at Indiana State University. Friar Mario discusses the role that transition plays in campus ministry and what he hopes his students learn about St. Francis.
For more about Friar Mario's team: http://www.stjoeup.org/stjoe6_018.htm
How do you locate and contact incoming freshmen? While some colleges readily share this information with campus ministries, others do not. The Newman Connection provides high schools with a way to connect with colleges, linking students with Catholic campus ministries around the country.
Matt Zerrusen, co-founder of Newman Connection and Mike St. Pierre of CCMA chat about the opportunities and challenges of the hinge between high school and college.
In addition, Matt shares with listeners a brand new initiative of the Newman Connection called The Upper Room.
For more information about Matt and Newman Connection, visit: http://www.newmanconnection.com/
In Episode 32, we interview Keith Borchers of Evangelium Consulting. Keith is an expert when it comes to healthy teamwork and has helped many Catholic ministries fine-tune their approach to achieving results through their team.
For more information about Evangelium, visit: http://evangeliumconsulting.com/about
In Episode 31 we interview Lou Charest of Catholic Relief Services. For more info about how CRS impacts campuses around the country, visit www.university.crs.org.
Have you signed up for one of CCMA's upcoming events? www.ccmanet.org/events
Have you joined the exclusive email group for news related to the CCMA National Convention? www.ccmanet.org/convention2018
In Episode 30 we talk with John Paul Lichon of Verso Ministries. John Paul is an expert at taking college students on pilgrimages to sacred sites.
Verso is generous enough to offer CCMA members $100 off the upcoming pilgrimage to Hawaii. Just enter "ccma100" in the promo code box when you sign up for the Hawaii event.
In addition, we recommend the article, "5 Reasons to Organize a Pilgrimage on Your Campus" here: versoministries.com/ccma
Have you checked out the CCMA Events page? Head over to www.ccmanetwork.org/events and sign up today for an upcoming campus minister event.
In Episode 29 we interview Lillie Romeiser (Director of Campus Ministry) and Fr. Rob Spalding (Pastor) of St. Paul's Newman Center and Catholic Community.
You can find out more about their work at: http://www.newmancenter.org/home.html
We talk about managing the tension of integrating students with adult "residents". With Lent around the corner, we also learned what their team is planning to do in order to reach out to even more students on Ash Wednesday and beyond.
Episode 28: Jill Rauh & Thelma Ekoacha (United States Conference of Catholic Bishops)
This week, we talk about advocacy and the Catholic call to participate in the political process. We have some practical ways for you to get involved and let your voice be heard.
Jill and Thelma invite campus ministers and their students to participate in the following important events:
Feb. 7, 2017 at 2 p.m. EST – Legislative Advocacy Issues Briefing webinar.
Feb. 20-24, 2017 – In-district visits to the home offices of the new Congress during Congressional Recess Week.
Feb. 3-6, 2018 – Young Leaders Initiative at the 2018 Catholic Social Ministry Gathering.
To sign up and learn more, visit catholicsocialministrygathering.org.
For rapid sign up to the Feb. 7 webinar, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/called-to-the-common-good-advocate-for-justice-in-your-local-district-tickets-30081611911
In Episode 27 we talk with Assistant Vice President of University Ministry Michael Lovette-Colyer of the University of San Diego. Michael shares his .02 on retreats, "high vs. low" tech approaches to ministry and how to include your entire community in something as simple as an Advent calendar.
For more about USD: http://www.sandiego.edu/ministry/
For the USD Advent resources: https://www.sandiego.edu/advent/
For the CCMA publication PULSE, visit: www.ccmanet.org
In Episode 26 we talk with Emma Miller, Communications Director of the Duke Catholic Center.
Emma is the architect behind The Friarside Chats, a new podcast designed to introduce Duke students to the campus ministry program. Emma shares everything from what equipment they use to how they plan for future casts.
You can listen to The Friarside Chats here: https://soundcloud.com/friarsidechats
For a recent blog post from CCMA titled, "So You Want to Start a Podcast...", visit: http://www.ccmanetwork.org/blog-1/2017/1/13/so-you-want-to-start-a-podcast
Enjoy the cast!
In Episode 25 we speak with Mike Perkins of FOCUS (Fellowship of Catholic University Students). Mike is a fundraising professional who has deep ties to campus ministry around the country. Mike has some valuable perspectives on fundraising as a ministry and stewardship.
Mike's email: mike.perkins@focus.org
Download our lastest eBook, "6 Steps Towards a Productive Week in Campus Ministry" and stop having to worry so much about unfinished work and ministry. Visit: http://www.ccmanetwork.org/ebook
In Episode 24 we talk with Gabriela Karaszewski, Director of Young Adults and Campus Ministry for the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston. Our topic is multicultural outreach on college campuses.
For more information about Gabriela and her team: http://www.archgh.org/form/ContactUs.asp?id=67
For "Best Practices for Shared Parishes: So That They All May Be One": http://store.usccb.org/best-practices-for-shared-parishes-p/7-389.htm
For "Intercultural Competencies": http://www.usccb.org/issues-and-action/cultural-diversity/intercultural-competencies/index.cfm
For Encuentro: http://vencuentro.org/
In Episode 23 we interview Bro. Ken Appuzzo, General Superior of the Brotherhood of Hope.
Bro. Ken talks about what to do (and not to do!) in your first six months on campus. In addition, he shares some of the surprising details of being a General Superior of a religious community. Finally, his articulation of worship is especially relevant to campus ministry programs.
For information about the Brotherhood, visit: http://brohope.net/
For information about St. Lawrence Catholic Church & Newman Center, visit: http://umncatholic.com/
NEW: have you downloaded the new eBook from CCMA? Visit: http://www.ccmanetwork.org/ebook
In Episode 22 I talk about the value of truly savoring Christmas. From which Mass to attend to the ways in which you can navigate the "trimmings" of Christmas... we provide 5 strategies to get the most out of December 25.
Gotten our newest eBook? Head over to www.ccmanet.org/ebook for your free copy.
Merry Christmas!
In Episode 21 we talk with Peter Denio of The Leadership Roundtable. Peter is a program manager and has an expertise in what he calls the "standards of excellence". As someone who also works in a parish, Peter's perspective is especially valuable.
For more information about the Roundtable: http://www.theleadershiproundtable.org/tlr/staff/denio.html
Thank you to our sponsor, the Carmelite Friars (St. Elias Province): www.carmelitefriars.org
In this episode we talk with Fr. Peter Stravinskas, author and priest.
For more information about Fr. Peter, visit: http://johnhenrycardinalnewman.org/
This week's cast is sponsored by Glenmary Home Missioners: http://www.glenmary.org/
Related links:
Catholicism on Campus (CARA): http://cara.georgetown.edu/pubs/CARA%20Working%20Paper%209.pdf
Catholicism on Campus Impacts Decisions to Become Nun or Brother (US Bishops): http://www.usccb.org/news/2013/13-022.cfm
In Episode 19 we talk with Ryan O'Hara of St. Paul's Outreach. Ryan is the Director of Mission Resources and a very creative campus minister.
For info about St. Paul's Outreach: www.spo.org
For Ryan's personal website: www.ryanohara.org
Thank you to this week's sponsor, Divine Word College: www.dwci.edu
In Episode 19 we talk with Ryan O'Hara of St. Paul's Outreach. Ryan is the Director of Mission Resources and a very creative campus minister.
For info about St. Paul's Outreach: www.spo.org
For Ryan's personal website: www.ryanohara.org
Thank you to this week's sponsor, Divine Word College: www.dwci.edu
In this episode we talk with Fr. Mike Schmitz, one of the leading voices in campus ministry around the country.
Fr. Mike's Newman Center at University of Deluth-Minnesota: www.bulldogcatholic.org
For Fr. Mike's "About Me" page: http://bulldogcatholic.org/about-fr-mike-schmitz
For Ascension Presents YouTube Series: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVdGX3N-WIJ5nUvklBTNhAw/featured
This week's sponsor is Spark Catholic Communications: www.sparkcatholic.com
In Episode 17 we talk with Lulu Santana, the Director of Campus Ministry at Santa Clara University. Lulu talks about RCIA, small groups and the blessings of being a campus minister at a diverse, Catholic university.
For info about SCU campus ministry: https://www.scu.edu/cm/profiles/santana.html
Thank you to this week's sponsor, The Evangelical Catholic: http://www.evangelicalcatholic.org/
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In episode 16 we talk with Fr. Nathan Castle, O.P. Fr. Nathan's website: http://nathan-castle.com/
For Fr. Nathan's books, visit: http://nathan-castle.com/books/
Episode 16 sponsor is St. Paul's Outreach and we are grateful for their support of CCMA: https://spo.org/
In this episode of the CCMA Leadership Podcast, we talk with Sr. Jenny Zimmerman of the Caruso Catholic Center at the University of Southern California.
For more information about the Caruso Center, visit http://www.catholictrojan.org/Our_Staff
For more information about the Hilton Foundation and the good work they are doing with religious sisters, visit https://www.hiltonfoundation.org/priorities/catholic-sisters
Thanks for listening to the podcast!
In this episode, we talk with Cristina D'Averso (Director of Campus Ministry) of Rider University and Monmouth University.
Cristina shares her tips for staying organized so that she can serve students at two different campuses and what she wished she was told before getting into campus ministry.
Click here for Monmouth Catholic Campus Ministry: http://www.mucatholic.org/www.mucatholic.org/Welcome.html
Wondering if you are an introverted campus minister? We shared this book in the cast: Quiet by Susan Cain (https://www.amazon.com/Quiet-Power-Introverts-World-Talking/dp/0307352153/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1476452928&sr=8-1&keywords=susan+cain%2C+quiet)
You can download the latest eBook from CCMA via www.ccmanet.org/ebook
Thanks as always for being a part of the CCMA community!
In Episode 13, we talk with Christine Eberle, Director of Campus Ministry at Gwynedd Mercy University. Christine shared what she feels is a crucial aspect to her ministry- getting out on campus and meeting with students. We also chat about the serious issue of students and hunger.
For more information about Christine, visit her ministry website at https://www.gmercyu.edu/mercy-tradition/campus-ministry/meet-our-staff
In Episode 12 we talk with Marcel LeJeune, Associate Director of Campus Ministry at Texas A&M, St. Mary's Catholic Center. Marcel talks about what it takes to make a living in campus ministry, the importance of relationships and the necessity of prayer.
For more about St. Mary's Catholic Center, visit http://aggiecatholic.com/
For Marcel's personal website, visit http://www.thecatholicevangelist.com/
In this episode, a solocast, we talk about the 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time and its connection to faith and generosity. We invite you to make a gift TODAY to CCMA through our secure website: www.ccmanet.org/support.
Don't delay, give today:)
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In Episode 10, we interviewed Friar John Bamman, a Conventual Franciscan of Our Lady of Consolation Province.
Friar John is an engaging and dynamic vocation director who lives what he preaches. His videos on YouTube show that he understands the value of New Media in reaching those who have the courage to listen for God's voice.
Want to learn more about the Franciscans? Visit: http://www.franciscans.org/en/
Want to reach out to Friar John directly? Email: franvoc@aol.com
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Episode 9: Interview with Gordy DeMarais, Founder of St. Paul's Outreach
This was a really fun conversation! Gordy DeMarais, founder of St. Paul's Outreach and I chatted about how he founded SPO, what's next for the organization and how he stays fresh in his ministry. Gordy is a true man of God and models humility for his family and for those who have become a part of the SPO culture of evangelization. Gordy was given the Catholic Man of the Year award from the Catholic Defense League and he and his wife Teresa are the proud parents of six children.
Want more information about SPO? Visit www.spo.org.
In Episode 8, I talk about six simple ways that any team member will feel valued. Great leaders exhibit great levels of compassion and empathy. They realize that "no one goes it alone".
Some useful resources:
Michael Hyatt on taking care of your team: https://michaelhyatt.com/take-care-of-your-team.html
Mark Sanborn on teamwork tips: http://www.marksanborn.com/blog/4-teamwork-tips-you-need-to-know/
In Episode 7, we interviewed Mrs. Barbara McCrabb of the USCCB. Barbara is a leading voice in the Campus Ministry space.
Barbara is the Assistant Director for Higher Education for the Secretariat of Catholic Education at the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. She brings 20 plus years of Campus Ministry experience in Catholic, state and private institutions.
In 2000 she received the Forsythe Award from CCMA for her leadership on a national, regional and local level. In 2008 she was acknowledged for an exemplary program, the Cunneen Fellows, as a service formation program. Her passion has been team building, social justice, and faith enrichment.
She has worked with Campus Ministers in formation, mentoring and leadership initiatives. She holds a Master of Divinity from Washington Theological Union and a Master of Arts in Pastoral Ministry from St. Thomas University in Miami, Florida.
For more information about Encuentro, visit: http://vencuentro.org/meet-barbara-mccrabb/
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Episode 6 features an exclusive interview with Katie Diller, Director of Campus Ministry at Michigan State University (St. John Church & Student Center).
Katie is also the Director of ESTEEM, an initiative of the Leadership Roundtable.
For more information about Katie's work at Michigan State, visit http://elcatholics.org/people/katie-diller.
For more information about ESTEEM, visit http://www.esteemleadership.org/
We are grateful to our sponsors for this show and continue to be grateful for our benefactors and friends of CCMA!
In Episode 5, we interviewed Fr. David Frederici, the Chaplain of UMass Dartmouth. You can find out more about Fr. David's work at: http://umassdcatholics.com.
In this episode, we interviewed Jim Grove, Diocesan Director of Campus Ministry for the Diocese of Charleston, SC. Thanks to Jim for being an excellent guest!
In this episode, we interview PJ Chavez of Walsh University. We discuss liturgical music, working with students and staying fresh in ministry. Thanks to PJ for being our guest!
In episode 2 of the podcast, we interview Austin Schafer of The Ohio State Buckeyes and www.buckeyecatholic.com.