Ministry Leaders Anonymous

The guys are joined by Jason Shanks from OSV to talk about their efforts in innovation in how we do ministry. They are answering the call of the New Evangelization and want to help you in that endeavor as well. Find out more at https://www.osvchallenge.com   Follow MLA on Twitter (https://twitter.com/nxtlvlmin) Join the Discussion on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/mlapodcast/) Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries (ablaze.us)   Support MLA on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mlapodcast/)   Hosts: Chris Bartlett and Matt Rice Producer/Editor: Taylor Schroll(ForteCatholic.com)   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@ablaze.us (mailto:mlapodcast@ablaze.us)

Jared Zimmerer from Word on Fire joins the show to share how Bruce Lee was a master evangelist and what we can learn from his methods to better invite people into a life of faith. There are distinctions made between evangelization and catechesis and also how they work together. Jared is a fascinating and brilliant man. You're going to enjoy this one :)   Follow MLA on Twitter (https://twitter.com/nxtlvlmin) Join the Discussion on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/mlapodcast/) Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries (ablaze.us)   Support MLA on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mlapodcast/)   Hosts: Chris Bartlett and Matt Rice Producer/Editor: Taylor Schroll(ForteCatholic.com)   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@ablaze.us (mailto:mlapod

Follow MLA on Twitter (https://twitter.com/nxtlvlmin) Join the Discussion on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/mlapodcast/) Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries (ablaze.us) The guys continue the conversation from last week on switching from operating like we are in Christendom to the new Apostolic Age. This week is all the practicals! If you missed last week, take a few minutes to go back and listen. Enjoy!   "From Christendom to Apostolic Age" -University of Mary Presshttps://www.amazon.com/dp/099887289X?ref=myi_title_dp   Support MLA on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mlapodcast/)   Hosts: Chris Bartlett and Matt Rice Producer/Editor: Taylor Schroll(ForteCatholic.com)   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@ablaze.us (mailto:mlapodca

Follow MLA on Twitter (https://twitter.com/nxtlvlmin) Join the Discussion on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/mlapodcast/) Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries (ablaze.us)   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_title_dp   Support MLA on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mlapodcast/)   Hosts: Chris Bartlett and Matt Rice Producer/Editor: Taylor Schroll(ForteCatholic.com)   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@ablaze.us (mailto:mlapodcast@ablaze.us)

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 Twitter (https://twitter.com/nxtlvlmin) Join the Discussion on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/mlapodcast/) Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries (ablaze.us)   Support MLA on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mlapodcast/)   Hosts: Chris Bartlett and Matt Rice Producer/Editor: Taylor Schroll(ForteCatholic.com)   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 fo

Matt 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   Follow MLA on Twitter (https://twitter.com/nxtlvlmin) Join the Discussion on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/mlapodcast/) Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries (ablaze.us)   Support MLA on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mlapodcast/)   Hosts: Chris Bartlett and Matt Rice Producer/Editor: Taylor Schroll(ForteCatholic.com)   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@abl

Michael 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.   Follow MLA on Twitter (https://twitter.com/nxtlvlmin) Join the Discussion on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/mlapodcast/) Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries (ablaze.us)   Support MLA on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mlapodcast/)   Hosts: Chris Bartlett and Matt Rice Producer/Editor: Taylor Schroll(ForteCatholic.com)   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@ablaze.us (mailto:mlapodcast@ablaze.us)

Tony 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! Find more from Tony Vasinda @ https://tonyvasinda.com.   Follow MLA on Twitter (https://twitter.com/nxtlvlmin) Join the Discussion on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/mlapodcast/) Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries (ablaze.us)   Support MLA on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mlapodcast/)   Hosts: Chris Bartlett and Matt Rice Producer/Editor: Taylor Schroll(ForteCatholic.com)   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! mlapo

Chris & 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.   Follow MLA on Twitter (https://twitter.com/nxtlvlmin) Join the Discussion on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/mlapodcast/) Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries (ablaze.us)   Support MLA on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mlapodcast/)   Hosts: Chris Bartlett and Matt Rice Producer/Editor: Taylor Schroll(ForteCatholic.com)   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@ablaze.us (mailto:mlapodcast@ablaze.us)

Chris 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.   Follow MLA on Twitter (https://twitter.com/nxtlvlmin) Join the Discussion on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/mlapodcast/) Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries (ablaze.us)   Hosts: Chris Bartlett and Matt Rice Producer/Editor: Taylor Schroll(ForteCatholic.com)   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@ablaze.us (mailto:mlapodcast@ablaze.us)

Matt & 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!   Follow MLA on Twitter (https://twitter.com/nxtlvlmin) Join the Discussion on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/mlapodcast/) Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries (ablaze.us)   Support MLA on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mlapodcast/)   Hosts: Chris Bartlett and Matt Rice Producer/Editor: Taylor Schroll(ForteCatholic.com)   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@ablaze.us (mailto:mlapodcast@ablaze.us)

Mario 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 (https://twitter.com/nxtlvlmin) Join the Discussion on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/mlapodcast/) Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries (ablaze.us)   Support MLA on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mlapodcast/)   Hosts: Chris Bartlett and Matt Rice Producer/Editor: Taylor Schroll(ForteCatholic.com)   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

Chris flies solo for this episode with a very spicy take. He recalls the story of his first(and only) World Youth Day experience and how it was the worst moment in his ministry career. He then shares the things he learned from this experience and how we can all grow through even the worst times.   Follow MLA on Twitter (https://twitter.com/nxtlvlmin) Join the Discussion on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/mlapodcast/) Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries (ablaze.us)   Support MLA on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mlapodcast/)   Hosts: Chris Bartlett Producer/Editor: Taylor Schroll(ForteCatholic.com)   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@ablaze.us (mailto:mlapodcast@ablaze.us)

This 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.   Follow MLA on Twitter (https://twitter.com/nxtlvlmin) Join the Discussion on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/mlapodcast/) Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries (ablaze.us)   Support MLA on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mlapodcast/)   Hosts: Chris Bartlett and Matt Rice Producer/Editor: Taylor Schroll(ForteCatholic.com)   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@ablaze.us (mailto:mlapodcast@ablaze.us)

This is the most aptly named episode in MLA history. You will know why in the first 4 seconds. 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.   Follow MLA on Twitter (https://twitter.com/nxtlvlmin) Join the Discussion on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/mlapodcast/) Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries (ablaze.us)   Support MLA on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mlapodcast/)   Hosts: Chris Bartlett and Matt Rice Producer/Editor: Taylor Schroll(ForteCatholic.com)   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@ablaze.us (mailto:mlapodcast@ablaze.us)

Professional 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 :) Connect with KelseyWebsite-https://abidecounselingbcs.com Facebook-https://www.facebook.com/Abide-Counseling-102134058236998/   Follow MLA on Twitter (https://twitter.com/nxtlvlmin) Join the Discussion on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/mlapodcast/) Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries (ablaze.us)   Support MLA on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mlapodcast/)   Hosts: Chris Bartlett and Matt Rice Producer/Editor: Taylor Schroll(ForteCatholic.com)   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 (

As 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! Connect with Chase Get his book "The Journey to Self Gift: The Four Pillars of a Catholic Fitness Lifestyle" (https://www.amazon.com/Journey-Self-Gift-Catholic-Lifestyle-ebook/dp/B08BZTYXNN) Instagram @chase.crouse   Follow MLA on Twitter (https://twitter.com/nxtlvlmin) Join the Discussion on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/mlapodcast/) Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries (ablaze.us)   Support MLA on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mlapodcast/)   Hosts: Chris Bartlett and

Everett 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 (https://twitter.com/nxtlvlmin) Join the Discussion on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/mlapodcast/) Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries (ablaze.us)   Support MLA on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mlapodcast/)   Hosts: Chris Bartlett and Matt Rice Producer/Editor: Taylor Schroll(ForteCatholic.com)   Thanks to ALOB (http://a-lob.com/) for letting us use his song, Strong God (https://itu

In 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)   Follow MLA on Twitter (https://twitter.com/nxtlvlmin) Join the Discussion on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/mlapodcast/) Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries (ablaze.us)   Support MLA on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mlapodcast/)   Hosts: Chris Bartlett and Matt Rice Producer/Editor: Taylor Schroll(ForteCatholic.com)   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=12

When quarantine wrecked our ministry plans, we all shifted how we were doing ministry as quickly as possible. Now that things are starting to slow down, have we taken time to assess how our ministry has been doing and how we can innovate? This week, Chris and Matt discuss reevaluating our ministerial response to the new ways we've been challenged to share the Gospel. Follow MLA on Twitter (https://twitter.com/nxtlvlmin) Join the Discussion on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/mlapodcast/) Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries (ablaze.us)   Support MLA on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mlapodcast/)   Hosts: Chris Bartlett and Matt Rice Producer/Editor: Taylor Schroll(ForteCatholic.com)   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@ablaze.us (