In this episode of the Catholic Ministry Professionals, hosts Thai Hua and Jon Konz discuss the importance of taking immediate action for parish renewal. They emphasize that now is the time for parish leaders to engage in transformative practices that can revitalize their communities. The conversation covers practical steps for renewal, including bringing God into everyday moments, shifting the focus of parish events to a missional mindset, and creating opportunities for engagement. The hosts also address common concerns about workload and the need for change, encouraging listeners to take small, actionable steps towards renewal.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Parish leaders must act now to renew their communities.
Waiting for the perfect moment can lead to lost momentum.
Prayer should be integrated into everyday interactions.
Shifting meetings to focus on mission can enhance engagement.
Creating events can catalyze community involvement.
Busyness does not equate to effectiveness.
Immediate prayer can deepen relationships and trust.
Encouraging communal vision can alleviate burnout.
Parishioners should be involved in decision-making processes.
Small, intentional changes can lead to significant renewal.
It only takes one saint to start a blaze of the Holy Spirit, and we believe that you are the Saint the world needs for today. But, if you find your ministry efforts are being frustrated by personalities or habits in the parish that seem unchangeable, send an email to CatholicMinPros@gmail.com. We’d love to talk with you about how a parish event or training can help you to transform your parish through your work.
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