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Ministry Leaders AnonymousWe're Taking a BreakAfter 172 episodes over the past few years, it's time to shift our focus. We have really loved doing this show and the community that has gathered around it. Thank you all for listening and for all the feedback you have shared. At this point, we think we have said all we should say, and are shifting our focus to a new endeavor, The Catholic Dad Show! The Catholic Dad Show will release wherever you listen to podcasts every two weeks AND on YouTube. The trailer and first episode are already up. Subscribe wherever you...2021-10-2617 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousCatholic Social Teaching w/Dr. Richard DeClueMatt and Chris are joined by Dr. Richard DeClue from the Word on Fire Institute as they discuss the “best kept secret” of Catholicism: Catholic Social Teaching. Learn more about what the church teaches on hot topics like Immigration, Fair Wage and more.
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Subscri...2021-09-0229 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousGet Them on RetreatChris and Matt discuss the importance of retreats when building your ministry team. Even just a simple one day retreat can help energize and inspire your ministers. Listen to today's episode on how transformative these outpourings can be and get tips on planning your own retreats.
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Never miss out on the craziness of...2021-08-2624 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousLeadership Expertise in the Church w/Jonathan SchmitzChris is joined this week by one of his teens from 20 years ago who has become a quite successful in leadership in the business world. Jonathan Schmitz is a leader in sales and business coaching. He and Chris discuss the key elements of the things that he has learned and how they apply to ministry leaders.
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Ministry Leaders Anonymous is...2021-08-1934 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousImaginative Apologetics w/Holly OrdwayHolly Ordway joins the show to share about her love of Tolkien and the importance of the imagination in our faith. She discusses with Matt and Chris how imagination is crucial for evangelization and answering questions about the faith.
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Never miss out on t...2021-08-1231 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousHow to Share Jesus at WalmartChris, Mandi and Kris in a padded room! Bartlett is joined by fellow Ablaze Missionary Mandi Whittaker and Kris Frank, the Vice President of Vegabond Missions. Vegabond Missions is a ministry that may be a little different than many of us have experienced. Their mission is to go outside of the Church's building and reach inner city kids.
Mandi and the guys share stories of taking the leap to share the Gospel is "unordinary" circumstances. Some times it didn't go well, other times it did and they learned key lessons from both situations.
C...2021-08-0529 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousYouth & Young Adult Ministry w/Dr. Bob RiceAmerica's favorite youth ministry hero joins the podcast IN PERSON this week! Dr. Bob Rice was in town for the Ablaze training week and joined Matt & Chris to discuss youth and young adult ministry. He has been influential in calling for a new USCCB document on youth ministry and is now helping to plan for and guide that document. Bob is hilarious, engaging and a thought leader in Catholic youth ministry. This is a can't miss episode
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Join the Discussion on Facebook (https://www.facebook.c...2021-07-2930 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousSports Vs. ChurchThe age old problem...sports vs. Church functions. Whether is kids missing youth ministry to play sports or dads missing Mass to watch football, it's been an issue forever. But how should we as ministry leaders approach this age old question with fresh answers? Matt & Chris have some ideas.
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Never miss out on the...2021-07-2229 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousFive Advanced Tips for Volunteer TrainingRecruiting and training of volunteers can often be lather, rise, repeat from the previous year. Matt and Chris share their flops and their successes in the avenue of training volunteers for the ministry year...starting with not calling it training(what!?!) They share the five essentials for what we need to communicate to our ministry teams.
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Subscribe/Rat...2021-07-1530 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousLife Cycle Part 2Matt and Chris continue their conversation from last week about the Life Cycle of a ministry. This week, they focus on the "death" stage of a ministry and what that means as well as the "growth" stage which is where most of us find our ministries.
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Never miss out on the craziness of eac...2021-07-0823 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousLife Cycle Part 1This week, Matt & Chris start a two part series on the Life Cycle of a ministry. They share about the stages a ministry should go through and how it often gets stopped short for many reasons. They'll share their insights into how to fix this issue and grow our ministries to new heights.
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Nev...2021-07-0132 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousCommon LanguageOftentimes important messages are miscommunicated because everyone is using different terms for things or have different understandings of terms. This can happen a lot in ministry with our teams, volunteers or with those we are ministering to. Matt & Chris discuss the practice of finding common language so that everyone can be clear on the mission of your ministry and better communicate/achieve your vision.
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Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries (ablaze.u...2021-06-2432 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousNostalgiaNostalgia is a powerful thing. From our favorite childhood memories, to our first breakup, these memories are powerful and we can still be brought instantly back to those feelings from long ago. Chris and Matt talk about how these memories affect how we lead as ministry leaders and how we can approach ministry with these powerful moments in mind, to leave people with a positive outlook on the Church.
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Ministry Leaders Anonymous i...2021-06-1031 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousWhat Keeps People in MinistryMatt and Chris ask the age old question of what sustains people in ministry for the long haul. We have an epidemic of tremendous people leaving ministry and we all know a lot of the reasons. But by focusing on those who have stayed, what can we learn about being able to stay in ministry for the long haul? Tune in for some great reminders and insights.
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Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a p...2021-05-0629 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousCovid Still SucksSome places are opening up. Some aren't. Some people want in person ministry. Some don't. Matt and Chris discuss the "light at the end of the tunnel" for Covid in many places across the country but also how many others are still dealing with tough realities. How do we show each other kindness and respect and do the best ministry we can. We can all still agree...Covid still sucks.
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Ministry Leaders A...2021-04-2928 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousAbuse of Self w/Chase CrouseChase Crouse rejoins the show with Chris to tackle the topic of how often ministry leaders abuse themselves physically, mentally and spiritually by overworking and taking care of everyone else except themselves. Chase, a professional nutrition and health coach, chats about the things we can all do to keep ourselves healthy in ministry to increase our effectiveness and longevity in God's call to minister to His Kingdom.
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...2021-04-2235 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousYour Job is Easier When...Chris and Matt share the three primary things that should be in place to make your job easier than ever before...and they may not be what you think. Tune in to make your life easier and grow your potential as a ministry leader.
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Never miss out on...2021-04-0126 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousKnow When to Fold EmMatt and Chris channel their inner Kenny Rogers to discuss knowing when to hold, fold, walk away or run away from a specific ministry. How do you discern when it's time to move on or when it's time to double down? The guys explore all of this with much delight. Enjoy :)
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Never miss out...2021-03-2630 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousProfessionalism in Ministry (Part 2) w/Jason DeutermanJason Deuterman rejoins Chris and Matt on the show for the second of a two part series on professionalism in ministry. This week, they discuss growing & cultivating professionalism for you and your team. They each share (hilarious!) horror stories of their unprofessionalism early in their careers. They also have an interesting discussion about the balance between risk & innovation.
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Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production o...2021-03-1835 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousProfessionalism in Ministry (Part 1) w/Jason DeutermanJason Deuterman rejoins Chris and Matt on the show for the first of a two part series on professionalism in ministry. Professionalism and ministry don't often go hand in hand and some may even be averse to talking about both in the same sentence. All three share how they've grown as professionals and how it has benefited their ministries.
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Matt is back and talks with Chris about where ministry leaders come from. There are a lot of myths debunked in this episode. How does someone become a ministry leaders? What are the requirements? What are the attributes of an ideal ministry leader? You may have heard answers to these questions before but not quite like this....2021-03-0427 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousTeaching Vs TrainingA lot of ministry leaders are taught how to do ministry...but how many have been trained? Chris and Matt discuss whether teaching or training is more important. How can the two be combined? And how can we take these methods and apply them to how we minister? All these questions will be answered on this week's episode.
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2021-02-1828 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousJesus for Mayor!Chris and Matt recently traveled together to Chattanooga, Tennessee and....Chris got highly involved with the local mayoral race?!?! (What!?!?)
This leads to a discussion on the balance between being yourself in ministry and professionalism...and it's a pretty funny story too so that's a fun bonus! Enjoy!
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P...2021-02-1125 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousUnexpected FruitsMatt went to the wedding of a former Ablaze missionary and it made him realize how much unexpected fruit there is from working in ministry. He and Chris chat about how we often miss out on what God is doing around us as we focus on the task at hand.
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Producer/Editor: Tayl...2021-01-1429 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousWWCOMD (What Would Chris or Matt Do)In a fun new concept, Chris and Matt share strange ministry scenarios that they may or may not have been in themselves(they definitely were) and ask what the other would do in the situation. Not only do you get to hear some of the wildest moments from their work in ministry, but you'll definitely have a few laughs and maybe even be prepared for your next strange encounter.
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Ministry Leaders Anonymous i...2021-01-0732 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousLead One Chapter AheadThis week, Chris and Matt discuss leading from one chapter ahead. We know ministry can get hectic(especially this year) and we can often get behind. This conversation reminds us that we only need to be one step ahead of those we are leading. Also, in a year of uncertainty and new challenges, how can we consistently move forward to fulfill the Great Commission when almost everything we were doing before is no longer an option.
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Find the book at https://www.a...2020-12-1037 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousOver Invest w/Matt RegitzMatt Regitz is a powerhouse parish ministry. He shares what he's learned from his 20+ years of experience and coaching other ministry leaders. He also shares about the shift in focus to the domestic church in a post-pandemic world.
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Support MLA...2020-12-0328 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousCast a Smaller NetThe Great Commission can be daunting. We know that we are called to make disciples of all people and often cast our nets so wide to catch them all that it doesn't catch many. It's not working. Chris and Matt talk through aiming our shots a little better with the hopes of fulfilling the Great Commission one person at a time.
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Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries (ablaze.us)...2020-11-1932 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousFrom Christendom to Apostolic Mission | Part 1Follow MLA on Twitter (https://twitter.com/nxtlvlmin)
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The guys found a new book and are REALLY diggin it! They're putting it in the category of "must read" for ministry leaders. Tune in to part 1 of this discussion on moving from Christendom to the new Apostolic Age.
"From Christendom to Apostolic Age" -University of Mary Presshttps://www.amazon.com/dp/099887289X?ref=myi_tit...2020-10-2229 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousInterview with Laura Sobiech: Mother of Zach who's life inspired the new Disney+ movie "Clouds"Matt and Chris had the pleasure of speaking with Laura Sobiech. She is the mother of Zach who's life and example while battling cancer inspired the world. The movie "Clouds" based on his life releases on Disney+ this week!
In the interview, the guys talk with Laura about her son, the tragedy of losing a child, what she learned through the process, the wisdom of her children, the ups and downs of parenting and much more.
Editors Note: This is one of the best episodes in MLA history.
Follow MLA on T...2020-10-1531 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousKey Changes for the Post-Quarantine ChurchMatt and Chris discuss a new book by Thom Rainer about how we can be best equipped and prepared to thrive post-quarantine in our ministries.
"The Post-Quarantine Church: Six Urgent Challenges and Opportunities That Will Determine the Future of Your Congregation" by Thom Rainer
https://www.amazon.com/Post-Quarantine-Church-Challenges-Opportunities-Congregation/dp/1496452755
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Support MLA on Pat...2020-10-0830 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousBest Practices for Leading Volunteers w/Michael MarchandMichael Marchand of ProjectYM joins the show to share his best practices on getting the best volunteers you can and retaining them. From interviews to placement to mentorship to matching gifts, he lays out the perfect plan for serving your volunteers the best you can.
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Ho...2020-10-0129 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousThe Art of Play in Ministry w/Tony VasindaTony Vasinda joins the guys to discuss the art of play in ministry. Going beyond just games, they share best practices in bringing joy and a new way of learning through playful actions and activities. Everyone shares they're big wins and greatest failures in this attempt which is not only beneficial, but often hilarious. Enjoy!
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Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Abl...2020-09-2439 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousInside OutChris & Matt discuss situations where you find yourself unsatisfied with how something is going in your local parish. How should you respond? Do your own thing? Try and fix it? The guys share about how to address the situation with wisdom and prudence.
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Hosts: Chri...2020-09-1730 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousPassion Over ComplianceChris and Matt both share what they've learned about ministry leadership from times that they were leaving a ministry. Also, Matt makes funny noises and tries his best to derail Chris for 30 minutes. The takeaways are all about helping you empower your team of staff and volunteers.
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Producer/Editor: Tay...2020-09-1126 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousMutual Check-insMatt & Chris take time to check in with one another. Matt says he's become a nerd(but we've all known all along) and Chris shares big life-changing news with the world. Both share insights that are beneficial for every ministry leader. Enjoy!
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Hosts: Chris Bart...2020-09-0327 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousRise Up w/Mario CostabileMario Costabile from Array of Hope joins the show to share about how he has taken what he learned from the music/concert industry and been able to apply it to Catholic events to make them top notch. So often in ministry, people settle for "good enough" when we could be doing so much more to be dynamic and relevant to our audiences. He also shared how Array of Hope has been able to pivot during COVID with their amazing digital retreats Rise Up. Find out more at https://arrayofhope.net
Follow MLA on Twitter (ht...2020-08-2834 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousPreparing for ministry this FallThis episode includes a very strange Easter egg & flirting to convert but more importantly how we can best plan for our fall semester amidst the global pandemic. Matt and Chris share some of the flaws they've seen in response to this crisis and how we can best adapt to the new circumstances.
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This (errhem) interesting topic leads to a discussion on what we as ministry leaders should do when we learn new information and realize we have taught something incorrectly in the past.
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Support MLA on Patreon (https://www.pat...2020-08-0628 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousCounseling w/Kelsey JohnsonProfessional counselor Kelsey Johnson joins the show to discuss how ministry leaders can partner with counselors, addressing mental health with those they minister too and how to stay healthy in the midst of our current strange situation. Kelsey has a heart for ministry leaders as she was a youth minister herself before becoming a counselor. Enjoy :)
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Ministry Le...2020-07-3033 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousMinistry Leader FitnessAs ministry leaders, we can sometimes feel overwhelmed with everything that is expected of us. Be great at ministry, speak eloquently, be perfect at handling crisis, balance ministry with family life...and the list goes on and on. One of the things we often forget under all this pressure is to take care of ourselves. Ministry leader Chase Crouse joins the share to discuss the importance of taking care of ourselves physically, how to practically be able to do that with our busy schedules and more. Enjoy!
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Get his book "The Journey...2020-07-2334 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousThink Small w/Everett FritzEverett Fritz joins Chris & Matt to discuss his book and work in small group ministry. His book "The Art of Forming Young Disciples" has a cult following due to the high success rate of young people staying engage in their faith after participating in these small groups. (https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/the-art-of-forming-young-disciples)
With everyone in ministry having to rethink due to COVID-19, this conversation gives guidance on how we can evaluate what is working and what isn't so we can be more successful upon our return to in-person ministry.
Follow MLA on Twitter...2020-07-1633 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousDon't Ask Too LittleIn a continuation of their conversation with the authors of "Failing Forward", Chris and Matt discuss how so often, we ask too little and are asked too little of in regards to our faith. This applies to how we as a Church have responded to the pandemic, how we as ministry leaders work with our volunteers and how this all comes back to our personal faith life. Tune in! Bonus: possibly the greatest intro to an episode in show history!
Failing Forward (https://www.amazon.com/Failing-Forward-Alan-Migliorato/dp/1644131994)
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...2020-06-2531 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousConversation about RacismIt has been a rough time in our country. Chris and Matt share openly and honestly how they are approaching the problem of racism and how we as ministry leaders can and should respond to this issue.
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Producer/Edi...2020-06-1932 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousFailing Forward w/Alan Migliorato & Darryl DziedzicThe guys are joined by the authors of Failing Forward to share how allowing kids to fail can actually be a good thing. They share personal stories and their method for helping kids learn and grow from their failures. This interview is not only a ton of fun but can change the way we parent and work with young people.
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Ministry L...2020-06-0525 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousDoes God Have Grandchildren?Boy this one is a doozy! Chris and Matt mostly argue about if God has grandchildren or not. And this all came from a conversation about butterflies(of course it did). Tune in for one of the most heated and hilarious shows in a while.
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Ho...2020-05-2827 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousThe Big DominoEven had a conversation with someone and you couldn't seem to get your point across? You're trying to come to an agreement but just keep talking in circles? Of course you have! Matt and Chris talk about figuring out what the "big domino" is so we can have more productive conversations in our ministries to reduce conflict and aid our evangelization efforts.
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Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries (ablaze.us...2020-05-2225 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousThe Real Difference Between Ministry Leaders and Rocket ScientistsMLA Superfan JP Quinn joins the show! He is a rocket scientist so that's fun! The guys talk about the real difference between the two types of jobs, how we as ministry leaders can protect our time & some general shenanigans. Enjoy!
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Hosts: Chris Bartlett and Matt Ric...2020-05-1533 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousKevin Kapchinski is the man!Kevin Kapchinski joins the share to share his ministry leadership wisdom. The conversation ranges from wearing multiple hats, the real reason its crucial to empower others in ministry and how to captan a boat.
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Host...2020-05-0732 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousPagan Christian DiscipleMatt is back this week to join Chris is a conversation about how we're called to make disciples but too many miss the mark. How can we as ministry leaders impact the world and our families through creating true Christian disciples?
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Hosts: Chris Bartlett and...2020-05-0127 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousIdioms or Idiots w/Taylor SchrollTaylor Schroll fills in with Chris. Chris shares about a rugby team's culture and the idioms they use to define them. Then they transition into idioms people in the Church use to describe the Church's culture and decide whether they're good, terrible or just too cheesy. Some new ones are introduced by some of Chris' youth at the parish.
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Su...2020-04-2335 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousSeal Team SixChris is reading a new book about how Seal Team Six is trained and how they make decisions. The guys discuss how this applies to our ministries both during the pandemic and how it can shape our ministries for the better when we return to our parishes.
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...2020-04-1628 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousMinistry in a Fiscal Crisis w/Andrew RobisonWith Churches hurting for money, it is effecting all of the ministry we are able to do and many ministry leaders are losing their jobs or their pay. In this time of stress and uncertainty, development expert Andrew Robison of Petrus Development joins the podcast to share insights, ideas and plans for ministry to continue through this season and for our ministries to be set up for success when we return to some sort of normalcy.
Find more from Petrus Development (https://www.petrusdevelopment.com)
Thanks to ALOB (http://a-lob.com/) for letting us use h...2020-04-0938 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousThe Four AgreementsChris recently attended a team diversity training and learned about "The Four Agreements" and shares how this can impact how we all work with our teams in huge ways!
NOTE-This episode was recorded a month ago just before COVID-19 swept through the world so there are some references to the beginning of the epidemic. For our response to the crisis, please tune in to our last couple of episodes and stay tuned for an episode on how to face the financial impact of the virus.
Thanks to ALOB (http://a-lob.com/) for letting us use h...2020-04-0332 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousCOVID FalloutCOVID-19 has effected the entire world and the Church and it's ministry leaders are feeling the effects deeply. Many have lost their jobs, had pay cut and don't have access to the people they are called to serve. How do we as ministry leaders respond in an unprecedented time like this?
Matt and Chris are joined by Michael Marchand of Project YM to navigate through the hurt and feelings of loss, share ideas on how we can shift our mindset and a few ideas on what we can do to continue to serve the people in our...2020-03-2838 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousWelcoming & Supporting New CatholicsShaun McAfee, author of the great new book "I'm Catholic, Now What" joins the show to discuss how we can welcome and support new Catholics. The stats are staggering for how few people are still practicing Catholics a year after they are welcomed to the Church through RCIA. On the other hand, we have a great group of converts doing so much for the Church. How can we best equip people to live the fullness of the faith well into their Catholic lives.
This book isn't just for new Catholics either. It's a great resource for all...2020-03-1931 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousCoronavirus & the Domestic ChurchThe coronavirus is sweeping through the world and is currently changing so much about our lives, including our ministries. With major companies and dioceses postponing major events and Masses, we as ministry leaders can be unsure how to respond. Chris and Matt process the response to the virus and work through suggestions for what to do in the midst of the situation.
Thanks to ALOB (http://a-lob.com/) for letting us use his song, Strong God (https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/strong-god/1291068295?i=1291068305), from the album No Match for Love (https://itunes.apple.com/us/a...2020-03-1320 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousThe Hope of Gen ZTo finish out our interviews around Thrive Con, conference speaker Brock Morgan joins the guys to discuss what he was learned in his ministry with Gen Z. The conversation centers primary on the topics of how to guide today's young people through suffering & finding peace. Brock has great insights into how we can all lead our young people closer to Christ and lead more fulfilling lives.
For more from Brock, check out his website (BrockMorgan.com) and his new book for teens, "Beautiful Rebellion." (https://theyouthcartel.com/product/beautiful-rebellion/)
Thanks to ALOB (http://a-lob.com/) f...2020-03-0729 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousSpirituality in Mental Health w/Roy PetitfilsRoy Petitfils is an internationally recognized expert in understanding and raising teenagers. He is a therapist at Pax Renewal Center in Lafayette, Louisiana and holds a Masters in Mental Health and School Counseling from the University of Louisiana, Lafayette. This week, he joins the guys to discuss the importance of mental help for ministry leaders and how we can better provide for the mental health of those we have been entrusted with.
Roy PetitfilsWebsite-https://roypetitfils.comBook-https://roypetitfils.com/books/Podcast-https://roypetitfils.com/understanding-teenagers-podcast/Twitter-https://twitter.com/roypetitfilsFacebook-https://www.facebook.com...2020-02-2134 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousBecoming a Parent's AllyCrystal Marchand of Project YM joins the guys to share insight on how to become an ally with parents of the students we serve. So many of us know how important parents are in the faith lives of our young people but aren't sure how to fit it in with everything else going on. Crystal shares some practical tips on how we can maximize the relationships we have with parents. She also shares more about the upcoming Thrive Con, a free online youth ministry training conference.
Sign up for Thrive Con now! This is a d...2020-02-1333 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousLife in the SpiritJil Miller joins the guys to talk about Life the Spirit and the charismatic movement. Don't worry, everyone doesn't go crazy and faint. It's a measured and matter of fact conversation about growing in our understanding of the Holy Spirit and his role in our personal lives/ministries. Whether you've heard great or strange things about the charismatic renewal, tune in to grow in your relationship with the 3rd person of the Trinity.
Sign up for Thrive Con now! This is a digital youth ministers conference that fits your busy schedule. Feb 27th 1-4pm EST. More...2020-02-0730 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousDeep WorkMinistry leaders are always inundated with things to do, emails to respond to and meetings to attend. We can feel overwhelmed with everything we have to do and those seem to be the days more and more distractions come our way. This week, Matt and Chris share about the concept of Deep Work they've been reading about and apply the lessons from the book to help us accomplish the big things we need to get done.
“Burnout sometimes happens when people get overwhelmed but getting overwhelmed sometimes happens when we don’t schedule deep work.” Chris Bartlett.
...2020-01-2326 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousTransforming Parish CultureWhat is a parish culture? How do we shift it more towards the heart of Christ? Tim Glemkowski, author of "Made For Mission: Renewing Your Parish Culture," joins the show to answer.
"Made For Mission: Renewing Your Parish Culture"(https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07YF9N5CF/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1)
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Email us your thoughts! mlap...2020-01-1732 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousYou Made It PersonalWhen the President is away, the kids will play...Matt is out of town so Chris upgrades producer Taylor to co-host Taylor and they have some fun talking about accompaniment in ministry. Taylor shares a pretty wild story, but he promises he's still a good Catholic boi.
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Su...2020-01-0928 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousLeading in the PeripheriesIn response to a recent article from Aleteia(https://aleteia.org/2019/12/08/poor-leaving-church-en-masse-says-researcher/), Matt and Chris discuss how we may be underserving low income communities. Are the poor leaving the Church or is the Church leaving the poor? Tune in for the discussion on how we can take off our blinders and not lose sight of "the least among us."
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2019-12-1928 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousRethinking the Role of the ParishThe guys take a look at how our parishes have operated for decades and how we could shift the way we do things to be, as Pope Francis says, among the people. Our parishes are extremely vital for our sacramental lives, but not every evangelistic effort needs to be at or be directed by the parish. How can our parishes be places of vibrant and growing faith that send people out to evangelize our communities? Tune in for the discussion.
Thanks to ALOB (http://a-lob.com/) for letting us use his song, Strong God (https://itunes.apple.co...2019-12-1232 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousWorking RemotelyMatt and Chris recently read “Remote: Office Not Required” by David Heinemeier Hansson and Jason Fried. They discuss how working remotely can be beneficial for both ministry leaders and parishes. They discuss the pros of working remotely as well as some of the cons and how to lessen their effects.
All work for this episode was done remotely.
Thanks to ALOB (http://a-lob.com/) for letting us use his song, Strong God (https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/strong-god/1291068295?i=1291068305), from the album No Match for Love (https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/no-match-for-love/1291068295)!Email us your...2019-11-2929 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousDrawn InThis week, Chris and Matt discuss the pros and cons of using marketing techniques to draw people into our ministries. Should we use them? If so, what do we need to avoid?
Thanks to ALOB (http://a-lob.com/) for letting us use his song, Strong God (https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/strong-god/1291068295?i=1291068305), from the album No Match for Love (https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/no-match-for-love/1291068295)!Email us your thoughts! mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org (mailto:mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org)Support MLA on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mlapodcast/)Follow MLA on Twitter (https://twitter.com...2019-11-0830 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousTestimonies
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The guys share how to utilize story and personal testimony to evangelize and as an integral piece of catechesis. They share the why, what and how so that testimonies can make a huge impact in your ministry.
Thanks to ALOB (http://a-lob.com/) for letting us use his song, Strong God (https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/strong-god/1291068295?i=1291068305), from the album No Match for Love (https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/no-match-for-love/1291068295)!Email us your thoughts! mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org (mailto:mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org)2019-10-3128 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousI'm Uncomfortable
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This week, Matt and Chris talk about how growth in ministry takes stepping out and doing something out of our comfort zone. They discuss some of the risks they have taken, how they’ve worked and what they’ve learned when it hasn’t worked out. “In order to encounter the Comforter, we have to be uncomfortable.” Chris
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The first year of ministry is quite often a whirlwind. Whether you find yourself in your first year or are supervising/working with someone in their first year, Sarah Lessmann joins the guys to share how to thrive in that first year and assist others to do the same
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So often, we get focused in so much on our own ministry that we all put ourselves in silos. Michael Marchand from Project YM joins the guys to talk about how collaboration is not only better for building the kingdom, but better for us as ministry leaders
Thanks to ALOB (http://a-lob.com/) for letting us use his song, Strong God (https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/strong-god/1291068295?i=1291068305), from the album No Match for Love (https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/no-match-for-love/1291068295)!Email us...2019-10-0328 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousMake Ministry Fun AgainTaylor Schroll threw a coup, overtook Chris with brute strength and mettle and took over cohosting duties this week. He and Matt discuss bringing fun and the joy of the Gospel into our ministries. Taylor yells. Matt laughs. You will probably do both. Tune in!
Thanks to ALOB (http://a-lob.com/) for letting us use his song, Strong God (https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/strong-god/1291068295?i=1291068305), from the album No Match for Love (https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/no-match-for-love/1291068295)!Email us your thoughts! mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org (mailto:mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org)Support MLA o...2019-09-2628 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousDealing with Desolation
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All ministry leaders deal with difficult times in ministry. Whether personal struggles, the work of ministry being difficult due to a large workload or other things out of your control, we can find our passion waning. Matt and Chris discuss the inevitability of these seasons, how to navigate them and find ways to find a way out of the tough times.
Thanks to ALOB (http://a-lob.com/) for letting us use his song, Strong God (https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/strong-god/1291068295?i=1291068305), from the al...2019-09-1930 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousTraits of a Ministry LeaderMatt and Chris use this episode to discuss the most important traits a ministry leader needs to have. As the fall semester is ramping up, let's return to these foundational traits we need to make sure we are growing in especially in the midst of the hustle and bustle.
Thanks to ALOB (http://a-lob.com/) for letting us use his song, Strong God (https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/strong-god/1291068295?i=1291068305), from the album No Match for Love (https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/no-match-for-love/1291068295)!Email us your thoughts! mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org (mailto:mlapodcast@ablaz...2019-09-1229 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousSurrender with Guest Host Jim Beckman
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One of the most renowned ministry leaders in the nation joins the show to respond to some of the recent crises among ministry leaders. The conversation revolves around some of the most basic truths that we all teach every week but often forget in our own personal lives. Jim gives an impassioned plea to remember that God truly loves each of us and to reach out for help in the areas we need it most.
Pray the Novena of Surrender to the Will o...2019-09-0529 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousOversharing
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We often find ourselves in ministry settings where raw emotion comes to the forefront. Matt and Chris talk about the importance of these moments, but also how they can lead to people oversharing. They share what this means, tactics to help avoid these situations and what to do when it inevitably happens.
Thanks to ALOB (http://a-lob.com/) for letting us use his song, Strong God (https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/strong-god/1291068295?i=1291068305), from the album No Match for Love (https://itunes.appl...2019-08-3031 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousVolunteer Retention
Last week, the guys talked about how to great recruit volunteers. This week focuses on how not to lose them. Matt and Chris share their years of expertise, both wins and failures, to guide you in practical ways you can make your volunteers feel welcome, encouraged and part of something great.
Thanks to ALOB (http://a-lob.com/) for letting us use his song, Strong God (https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/strong-god/1291068295?i=1291068305), from the album No Match for Love (https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/no-match-for-love/1291068295)!
Email us your...2019-08-2232 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousVolunteer Recruiting
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Let’s admit it, we’ve all made mistakes in recruiting volunteers for our ministries. Whether it’s thinking we can do it on our own, not making a good appeal or not setting them up for success, Matt and Chris discuss the pitfalls that lead to not having enough good people to aid in your mission.
Thanks to ALOB (http://a-lob.com/) for letting us use his song, Strong God (https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/strong-god/1291068295?i=1291068305), from the album No Match for Love (htt...2019-08-1531 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousOvercommitted
Matt is overcommitted and Chris wants to help him and all other ministry leaders who find themselves in times where they feel like they are “drowning” in the midst of everything going on. The guys talk about ways to avoid becoming overcommitted, how to deal with those seasons and how to keep our eyes on Christ in the midst of the storm.
Thanks to ALOB (http://a-lob.com/) for letting us use his song, Strong God (https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/strong-god/1291068295?i=1291068305), from the album No Match for Love (https://itunes.apple.co...2019-08-0826 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousNavigating Frustrating Church PoliciesWe’ve all been there...It can so often feel like policies are set in place to appease lawyers and not conducive to the type of ministry Jesus did and calls us to do. But instead of finding ways around the policies, how can we advocate for good policies that both protect everyone involved and set up success for our ministry.
Thanks to ALOB (http://a-lob.com/) for letting us use his song, Strong God (https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/strong-god/1291068295?i=1291068305), from the album No Match for Love (https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/no-match-for-love/1291068295)!...2019-08-0126 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousThe Spouse of a Ministry Leader
Matt's wife, Weslei, joins the show the week to share the perspective of the a ministry leader's spouse. She tells her side of the story of her journey alongside Matt as he was called into ministry and what they have learned together since. She shares thoughtful reflections and advice for ministry leaders on how to take care of their primary vocation.
Thanks to ALOB (http://a-lob.com/) for letting us use his song, Strong God (https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/strong-god/1291068295?i=1291068305), from the album No Match for Love (https://itunes.apple.com/u...2019-07-2528 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousRemember Your Why
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Matt and Chris share the stories of why they got into ministry, how that “why” has changed over the years and how recalling our “why” can greatly assist our ministry.
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Support MLA on Patreon (https://www...2019-07-1828 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousConference DissonanceWhat happens when you bring your ministry to an event and it wasn't quite what you were hoping it would be. Maybe it went too deep. Maybe it was too surface level. Matt and Chris discuss what to do when you find yourself in these situations and how to approach them in the future.
Thanks to ALOB (http://a-lob.com/) for letting us use his song, Strong God (https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/strong-god/1291068295?i=1291068305), from the album No Match for Love (https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/no-match-for-love/1291068295)!
Email us your thou...2019-07-1127 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousStressed OutNo one ever gets stressed in ministry right? Uhhh.....about that. We all do! Chris and Matt discuss how we get stressed, ways to avoid it, and what to do when it inevitably hits us.
Thanks to ALOB (http://a-lob.com/) for letting us use his song, Strong God (https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/strong-god/1291068295?i=1291068305), from the album No Match for Love (https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/no-match-for-love/1291068295)!
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Support MLA on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mlapodcast/)Follow MLA...2019-07-0427 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousCafeteria CatholicThis term gets tossed around frequently, but what does it actually mean? Aren't we all picking and choosing which parts of the Gospel to follow in some way? Matt and Chris dive into these questions and also suggest helpful tips on speaking with those who typically get labeled Cafeteria Catholics and how to invite them in to the full banquet the Church has to offer.
Thanks to ALOB (http://a-lob.com/) for letting us use his song, Strong God (https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/strong-god/1291068295?i=1291068305), from the album No Match for Love (https://itun...2019-06-2728 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousReturning from breakAll ministries have a season where things relax. As ministers, we all deal with the return to the regular schedule differently. Chris and Matt discuss how to approach these times, dream bigger in the slow times and how to see these reboots as an opportunity for God to do something new.
Thanks to ALOB (http://a-lob.com/) for letting us use his song, Strong God (https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/strong-god/1291068295?i=1291068305), from the album No Match for Love (https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/no-match-for-love/1291068295)!
Email us your thoughts! mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org...2019-06-2028 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousLGBTQ+ Follow UpA few episodes ago, Matt & Chris discussed the difficult topic of those who identify as LGBTQ serving in ministry. This episode serves as a follow up to that conversation. And this time, they have help. A young man who identifies as gay and is a practicing Catholic joins the discussion to share his unique insight into the issue.EdenInvitation.comChrisDamian.net
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With busy summer schedules, the guys couldn’t find a time to record together, so Chris goes solo on this week’s episode. He shares three hilarious stories that tie in to different aspects of ministry. Tune in to get to know one of the top two hosts of MLA better, be encouraged in your ministry & in a meta way, see a great example of using personal stories in ministry.
Thanks to ALOB (http://a-lob.com/) for letting us use his song, Strong God (https://itunes...2019-06-0623 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousPraying with other ChristiansAs Catholic leaders, should we be praying with other Christians? Privately? Publicly? But what about the backlash? And if we should, what would be the best practices. Tune in as Chris and Matt discuss the possibilities.
Check out more on the One Hope Movement in the Bryan/College Station Area: https://onehopemovement.com/
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Email us your...2019-05-2329 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousSelf Advocacy with Chris WesleyChris Wesley of MarathonYouthMinistry.com joins Matt to talk about sticking up for yourself. They explore how to say yes when you need to and no when you really need to....oh…and also how to get a raise.
Thanks to ALOB (http://a-lob.com/) for letting us use his song, Strong God (https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/strong-god/1291068295?i=1291068305), from the album No Match for Love (https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/no-match-for-love/1291068295)!
Email us your thoughts! mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org (mailto:mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org)Support MLA on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mlapod...2019-04-1131 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousPerfecting Games for Every Ministry with Gwen BartlettOften, we only associate games & icebreakers with children & youth ministry. But Gwen Bartlett joins Chris this week to talk about WHY games succeed in youth ministry and how important they are to ministries of all ages. Gwen includes incredible tips & tricks for using the perfect game for your needs, as well as fool-proof ways to lead strong games at each event.
For more of Gwen's thoughts on games in ministry, check out her blogs at Next Level Ministry
Thanks to ALOB for letting us use his song, Strong God, from the album No Match for Lov...2018-08-0232 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousFighting Isolation in MinistryThis week, Matt Rice & Chris Bartlett talk about what they're lives looked like when they entered the world of ministry. Isolation & loneliness is sometimes just an accepted part of ministry life, but it doesn't have to be that way!
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Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries2018-04-0531 minMinistry Leaders AnonymousWelcome to Ministry Leaders AnonymousIn this first welcome to Ministry Leaders Anonymous, Matt Rice & Chris Bartlett introduce themselves to the world, as well as why they wanted to start Ministry Leaders Anonymous.
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