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Divine Renovation Podcast

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Join Dan O'Rourke and Jacqueline Marie as they unveil the inspiring stories of priests and parish leaders who are answering the call to mission. Focused on stories of transformation from parishes around the world, listeners will be inspired by how the Holy Spirit is using ordinary men and women in bringing about renewal in the Church today.
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Who really is a disciple? -Missional Leadership Podcast Sample

Divine Renovation PodcastFeb 27, 2024

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Who really is a disciple? -Missional Leadership Podcast Sample

Who really is a disciple? -Missional Leadership Podcast Sample

There are so many words commonly used in parish renewal that can be ambiguous...or just plain mysterious. 'Disciple' is one of these words, because its a name given to a devoted follower of Jesus. Which sounds clear enough but what does that mean to the people in the pews? Does it mean "I believe" or "I'm on the journey" or "I serve in ministry" or something else. Join the Missional Leadership podcast as we explore what it means to be a disciple and how to gain clarity for your faith community.

Enjoy!

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Feb 27, 202411:18
How do you lead yourself? -Missional Leadership Podcast Sample

How do you lead yourself? -Missional Leadership Podcast Sample

Leading a parish on the journey of renewal is one of the most exciting things a priest or lay leader can do in ministry... but it can be tough. People will complain, leave, and get pretty negative over the inevitable changes that your parish will go though as it refocuses on mission, bring new people into a relationship with Jesus. While there are a number of ways that you'll be able to navigate these issues, like all change, the first person to take the next step will be you. So lets get prepared to dive into the world of self-leadership because God don't want us to just survive the journey, he wants us to thrive! Enjoy! Follow @MissionalLeadershipPodcast

Feb 20, 202410:21
10 Ways to Destroy Renewal Divine Renovation Podcast Teaser

10 Ways to Destroy Renewal Divine Renovation Podcast Teaser

Join the Missional Leadership Team as they explore the Top 10 ways to Destroy Parish Renewal. If you're a parish leader struggling to see new life and faith grow in your church, than this episode is for you. Oh, and for those that are seeing their parishes full of disciples but know God has more in store, this is a great episode to identify some blind spots in your ministry.


Enjoy!


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Feb 13, 202411:22
What is the Missional Leadership Podcast?

What is the Missional Leadership Podcast?

Welcome to the Missional Leadership Podcast! In today's episode, Jacqueline from the Divine Renovation Podcast interviews the MLP Team about what makes this podcast so unique. She'll find out what's in store for listeners this season, how it can help those on the path to renewal, and parish leaders will need to tune in. All while finding out a little background on the MLP Team. Enjoy!

Feb 06, 202434:39
"This is when we are truly apostolic" with Bishop Michael Gielen

"This is when we are truly apostolic" with Bishop Michael Gielen

On today's podcast, Bishop Michael Gielen from the diocese of Christchurch joins us from New Zealand. Hear his stories of creating a missional culture throughout his region, and Regional Guide Cheryl Surrey drops by to give the podcast an update from New Zealand. 

 

More Resources: 

  • MORE on Bishop Michael Gielen and the diocese of Christchurch 

  • READ  Wounded Witness: Reclaiming the Church’s Unity in a Time of Crisis  

  • LEARN about COACHING at our website 

  • COME  to our online event: “Missional Engine Failure: 3 Alpha Breakdowns in a Parish” on Tuesday, Feb.13, 2024 • 10 AM Pacific • Noon Central • 1 PM Eastern 

Jan 30, 202401:00:48
Here come the Slovenians! - with Mateja Solar

Here come the Slovenians! - with Mateja Solar

Special guest Mateja Solar, parish leader and administrator from the Pastoral Union of Slovenj parishes, joins us from Slovenia to tell stories of parish renewal in her region. 

 

More Resources: 

  • MORE on this story and Mateja’s Pastor, Father Simon Potnik 

  • READ  Wounded Witness: Reclaiming the Church’s Unity in a Time of Crisis  

  • LEARN about COACHING at our website 

  • COME  to our online event: “Missional Engine Failure: 3 Alpha Breakdowns in a Parish” on Tuesday, Feb.13, 2024 • 10 AM Pacific • Noon Central • 1 PM Eastern 

 

Jan 23, 202447:39
An Interview with Dr. Michel Therrien, author of Wounded Witness: Reclaiming the Church's Unity in a Time of Crisis
Jan 16, 202401:01:23
Happy Advent and Merry Christmas! with Father James Mallon, Cheryl Surrey and Matt Regitz

Happy Advent and Merry Christmas! with Father James Mallon, Cheryl Surrey and Matt Regitz

Special guest Father James Mallon, DR Founder and Parish Priest at Our Lady of Guadelupe joins us from Nova Scotia, Canada to share highlights from the year. New Zealand Relationship Guide Cheryl Surrey, and DR Leadership Coach Matt Regitz from Texas also join to share stories from the ministry on this jam-packed season finale.  

 

More Resources: 

  • READ the latest book published by Divine Renovation, Wounded Witness: Reclaiming the Church’s Unity in a Time of Crisis by Dr. Michel P. Therrien.  

  • LEARN about COACHING at our website 

  • COME  to Catholic Parish Summit from June 12-14 in Harrogate, UK to join 1,000 parish leaders, share the vision of a Church that is missional and apostolic at its very core, and be equipped to lead in your parish so that more people will come to know Jesus. 

  • BAKE try Matt Regitz family recipe for Sticky Jeffs this Christmas: 

Ingredients: 

10-12 inch round aluminum pan  

1 package of yeast rolls (typically 12 per package) 

1/2 cup sugar 

1 teaspoon cinnamon 

1/2 cup brown sugar 

1/2 cup pecan halves (or pieces) 

1/2 package of regular butterscotch pudding (not instant) - not sure if this is a global product, I may have to clarify for you 

1/4 cup melted butter 

In the round aluminum pan, grease the bottom with butter stick and layer in items above in the order they are listed (rolls first - other ingredients poured on top of the rolls, melted butter last). To eat the next morning, leave uncovered (on a baking pan) overnight and place in oven in the morning after yeast rolls rise (see attached instructions attached above).  To make in batches, multiply the recipe by the number of servings you wish to create, cover each separate pan with aluminum foil and freeze until ready to deliver to the lucky friends.  Attach cooking instructions (attached above) to each Sticky Jeff pan when you drop them off.   


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Dec 05, 202358:28
 "The front door is open" with Fr. Jochem van Velthoven

"The front door is open" with Fr. Jochem van Velthoven

Special guest Father Jochem van Velthoven, Parish Priest at H. Catharina Parochie, joins us from the Netherlands. Father Jochem shares his journey from working in corporate finance to his call to the priesthood. In a region with less than 1% of Catholic attending Mass he is bringing innovation, passion and servant leadership to move his parish from maintenance to mission. 

 

More Resources: 

  • READ the latest book published by Divine Renovation, Wounded Witness: Reclaiming the Church’s Unity in a Time of Crisis by Dr. Michel P. Therrien.  

  • LEARN about COACHING at our website 

  • COME  to our online event on Dec.7th: Thriving or Closing: Where is your parish going?  

 

Nov 28, 202347:03
"He who has called you is faithful!" with Fr. Joseph Owusu-Ansah

"He who has called you is faithful!" with Fr. Joseph Owusu-Ansah

Special guest Father Joseph Owusu-Ansah, Parish Priest at Parish of the Holy Family - Thanet, joins us from the UK. Father Joe talks about the importance of community and the scourge of loneliness in our current culture. Hear how he started with a weekly Mass attendance of 50 people and is now firmly on mission and growing through evangelization. He also shares about an innovative mission fraternity he started to create community with his brother priests. 

 

More Resources: 

  • READ the latest book published by Divine Renovation, Wounded Witness: Reclaiming the Church’s Unity in a Time of Crisis by Dr. Michel P. Therrien.  

  • LEARN about COACHING at our website 

  • COME  to our featured online event on Nov.21st: Intentional Invitation: From Good Experiences to Life-Changing Encounter 

Nov 21, 202349:34
"You just have to start" with Allegra Mutanda

"You just have to start" with Allegra Mutanda

Special guest Allegra Mutanda, Director of Evangelization and Leadership at the Parish of St. Peter and Winchester Martyrs, joins us from the UK. She talks about the amazing culture of community in their parish that has sprung from Alpha and Dan retitles her “Director of Making-people-friends.” She talks about the importance of small groups and the deep friendships that have happened through them.  

 

More Resources: 

  • MORE on the story of Allegra, Shana, and Michaela praying together 

  • READ the latest book published by Divine Renovation, Wounded Witness: Reclaiming the Church’s Unity in a Time of Crisis by Dr. Michel P. Therrien.  

  • LEARN about COACHING at our website 

  • COME  to our featured online event on Nov.21st: Intentional Invitation: From Good Experiences to Life-Changing Encounter 

Nov 14, 202354:23
"Jesus has to be at the centre" with Fr. Mark Begly

"Jesus has to be at the centre" with Fr. Mark Begly

Special guest Fr. Mark Begly, Pastor at Our Mother of Sorrows, joins us from Johnstown, USA. Father Mark shares the turning point that made him embrace a central focus on evangelization. He also talks about the distinct effect Alpha has had on his parish and community.  

 

More Resources: 

  • MORE on Father Mark and Our Mother of Sorrows on the Divine Renovation story blog 

  • READ Thriving Faith: Discipleship in Uncertain Times, by Fr. James Mallon  

  • LEARN about COACHING at our website 

  • COME  to our featured online event on Nov.21st: Intentional Invitation: From Good Experiences to Life-Changing Encounter  

Nov 07, 202359:44
"I've had to embrace being a leader" with Carly Mulqueen

"I've had to embrace being a leader" with Carly Mulqueen

Special guest Carly Mulqueen from St. Peter Chanel Parish in Waimakariri, New Zealand, joins to share about renewal at her parish. She tells the story of how she and her husband became Catholic 9 years ago and how she ended up coming on staff, leading Alpha, and became so passionate about evangelization. 

 

More Resources: 

  • WATCH a short video feature on Carly and her parish  

  • READ Thriving Faith: Discipleship in Uncertain Times, by Fr. James Mallon  

  • LEARN about COACHING at our website 

  • COME  to our featured online event on Nov.21st: Intentional Invitation: From Good Experiences to Life-Changing Encounter 

Oct 31, 202301:01:12
"God is already at work" with Fr. Zane Godwin

"God is already at work" with Fr. Zane Godwin

Special guest Father Zane Godwin from St. John's Catholic Church Maitland, in Cape Town, South Africa, joins to share about renewal at his parish. He talks about engaging the youth in a parish with LifeTeen (and their 30 altar servers!), focusing on evangelization with Alpha (leading to 17 teens baptisms this spring!) and the innovative ways their parish has turned a multi-cultural and multi-lingual parishioner base into a united community. 

 

More Resources: 

  • LISTEN to past DR podcast episode “Know Him. Love Him. Serve Him. Youth Ministry with Domenic Inneo” 

  • READ Divine Renovation: From Maintenance to Mission, by Fr. James Mallon  

  • LEARN about COACHING at our website 

  • COME to our featured online event on Nov.21st, Intentional Invitation: From Good Experiences to Life-Changing Encounter

Oct 24, 202301:00:53
"Now we can begin" with Mark LeSauvage

"Now we can begin" with Mark LeSauvage

Today, special guest, Mark LeSauvage from St. Willibrord’s Parish in Montreal, Canada, joins to share his story of personal conversion, as well as his experience being part of the leadership for a radical church planting initiative. 

Find out more about St. Willibrord’s Parish on their website: https://www.stwill.ca/ 

More Resources: 

  • CHECK OUT our previous podcast episodes 

Oct 17, 202301:03:18
"Lord, the answer is yes" with Cathy Kennedy

"Lord, the answer is yes" with Cathy Kennedy

Jacqueline and Dan talk about leadership and how to empower others in a team. Then Cathy Kennedy the Evangelization Coordinator at St. Declan's Parish in Pennshurst, Australia shares stories of personal and parish renewal. She shares how Alpha and a focus on mission has changed individuals and affected the culture of the whole parish. 

 

  • LISTEN to our previous podcast episode “Should Your Parish Stop What They're Doing in Evangelization?” 

  • READ Divine Renovation: From Maintenance to Mission, by Fr. James Mallon  

  • LEARN about COACHING at our website 

  • COME to our featured online event Revival & Renewal: The Eucharist at the Heart of Mission 

Oct 10, 202345:59
"Just a rinky dinky parish above a gas station" with Fr. George Elsbett LC

"Just a rinky dinky parish above a gas station" with Fr. George Elsbett LC

Austrian/Canadian Parish Priest, Fr George Elsbett, of the Legionaries of Christ, meets with Jacqueline and Dan to share about his quasi-parish in the heart of Vienna – The John Paul II Centre. The parish is filled with young adults that are new to the faith as well as cradle Catholics that have experienced a reconversion. He shares how this missional church in Austria is growing through a focus on innovation, evangelization, and discipleship as they build a church in an unconventional space. 

More Resources: 

  • LISTEN to our previous podcast episode “ Serving Mission | Part 1” 

  • READ Divine Renovation: From a Maintenance to Mission, by Fr. James Mallon  

  • LEARN about COACHING at our website 

  • COME to our featured online event Revival & Renewal: The Eucharist at the Heart of Mission 

 

Oct 03, 202341:15
"Going to Church Could be Fun" With Emily Sit
Sep 30, 202345:21
"This is God’s idea" with Fr. Clint Ressler

"This is God’s idea" with Fr. Clint Ressler

What’s God’s vision for your parish?

In this episode, Jacqueline and Dan welcome Fr. Clint Ressler from Texas City, USA to talk about vision. Fr Clint shares his creative way of building relationships with parishioners in the midst of isolation. We also get to hear stories of how his parish “tactical discernment team" brought God’s vision to life in their church.

You can learn about Fr Clint’s parish through their website

More Resources:

SEE the news story covering Fr. Clint’s pandemic outreach

CHECK OUT our previous podcast episode: "Relying on the Holy Spirit"

READ Divine Renovation: From a Maintenance to a Missional Parish, by Fr. James Mallon

LEARN MORE about COACHING at our website

COME to the next online From the Trenches webinar: Why a Parish on Mission Loves Leadership Summits

Sep 19, 202301:17:28
Divine Renovation Podcast Season 8 is coming soon!

Divine Renovation Podcast Season 8 is coming soon!

Join us as we continue to share the Divine Renovation journey, exploring stories of faith and renewal. Subscribe now to to experience Season 8.


Sep 12, 202300:41
Divine Renovation Podcast - Season 8 Trailer

Divine Renovation Podcast - Season 8 Trailer

Join us as we continue to share the Divine Renovation journey, exploring stories of faith and renewal. Subscribe now to to experience Season 8.


Sep 05, 202300:34
Divine Renovation Advent Special: Peace

Divine Renovation Advent Special: Peace

Today our Storyteller, Jacqueline Marie, catches up with DR Canada’s Executive Director Eric Myatt, to hear about parish renewal in his region in 2022. Then Jacqueline interviews Julia and Adam Kozak about their participation in the Papal Visit to Canada this summer and the role of peace and reconciliation in parish renewal.

The Official Walking Together Papal Visit Site

Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada: Calls to Action

Julia Kozak’s inspiration for the Papal vestments

Hanson, E., Gamez, D., & Manuel, A. (2020, September). The Residential School System. Indigenous Foundations. 

Speeches from Pope Francis during the Penitential Pilgrimage

“Peace” Catholic Church. Catechism of the Catholic Church. 2nd ed., Our Sunday Visitor, 2000.

Missing Children of Indian Residential Schools: On discovery of unmarked graves at Indian residential schools in Canada

Dec 22, 202201:05:21
Divine Renovation Advent Special: Joy

Divine Renovation Advent Special: Joy

The Divine Renovation Podcast is back for a special 4 part Advent series! Today, our storyteller Jacqueline catches up with Hannah Vaughan-Spruce (DR UK Executive Director) about her work with Parishes in the UK context. Then, Jacqueline chats with Sr. Mary Magdalen and Sr. Florence Laetitia from Lytton, England about their life as contemplative nuns.

Join us next week for part 4 of our advent series!

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Show Notes:

Sisters of Mary Morning Star, Lynton Convent UK https://www.marymorningstar.co.uk/

Sisters of Mary Morning Star, Global https://www.marymorningstar.co.uk/


Dec 15, 202201:05:17
Divine Renovation Advent Special: Love
Dec 07, 202258:37
Divine Renovation Advent Special: Hope

Divine Renovation Advent Special: Hope

The Divine Renovation Podcast is back for a special 4 part Advent series! Today, our storyteller Jacqueline catches up with Dan O'Rourke (President, Divine Renovation) and Paul Lang (DR Regional Guide) about the last two years in the ministry. Then, Jacqueline chats with Fr. Rito Maresca from Sorrento, Italy about his Parish and some of the methods he's using to encourage evangelization and renewal.

Join us next week for part 2 of our advent series!

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Nov 30, 202258:14
Serving Mission | Part 4
Feb 16, 202114:56
Serving Mission | Part 3

Serving Mission | Part 3

The third part of our conversation between Fr. James Mallon and Fiona O'Reilly discusses the importance of the structure and our ways of working. In our ministry, we talk a lot about maintenance to mission and this document focuses on this idea in a significant way. This document speaks into not just mission but also has enough of a focus on how to give parishes a place to start from.  

How does this document distinguish between vision and a plan?

Feb 10, 202118:06
Serving Mission | Part 2

Serving Mission | Part 2

Join Father James Mallon and Fiona O'Reilly as they dig deeper into the first section of the Vatican's document on pastoral conversion.

Feb 01, 202120:28
Serving Mission | Part 1

Serving Mission | Part 1

Join Father James Mallon and Fiona O'Reilly as they discuss the document released from the Vatican, "The pastoral conversion of the parish community in the service of the evangelizing mission of the church". 

What impact does this document have on the Church and how does our work at Divine Renovation align with this new clarification on mission?

Jan 18, 202118:14
Why is Parish Leadership a Team Sport?
Apr 14, 202022:46
Know Him. Love Him. Serve Him. Youth Ministry with Domenic Inneo | Part 2
Apr 07, 202032:32
Know Him. Love Him. Serve Him. Youth Ministry with Domenic Inneo | Part 1
Mar 31, 202022:07
Is the Validity of a Sacrament Sufficient for the Evangelization of a Catholic Person?
Mar 24, 202030:57
Is Online Church Still Church?
Mar 17, 202028:56
Should Your Parish Stop What They're Doing in Evangelization?
Mar 10, 202025:44
The Value of a Conference

The Value of a Conference

This week on the podcast we’re talking one of our favourite topics; conferences. Father James Mallon, Dan O’Rourke, Ron Huntley, and Mike Tanner speak into the events that have helped form them, and why conferences are important aspects of team forming.. Whether you’ve been to previous Divine Renovation Conferences or are curious about what happens when missional minded parishes come together, this is a great conversation to tune in to

Mar 03, 202039:14
Is it Time to Stop Doing IceBreakers?
Feb 25, 202024:36
Still Unhealed Part Two w/ Sr. Nuala Kenny
Feb 18, 202033:10
Still Unhealed w/Sr. Nuala Kenny
Feb 11, 202032:27
How are Money and Mission Tied Together?
Feb 04, 202029:02
Are Leaders Born or Made?
Jan 28, 202027:11
How Does Consumerism Impact our Understanding of What It Looks Like to Be a Parishioner?
Jan 21, 202031:19
Reaching Out w/ Father Michael Mitchel and Stephen Auth
Jan 14, 202034:09
What Does it Mean to Lead Like Jesus?
Jan 07, 202030:00
Why is It Important to Talk about Money in the Church?
Dec 17, 201922:29
Why Do We Need to be Comfortable Saying "No" in the Church?
Dec 10, 201923:19
How Do We Recruit for Ministry and Raise Up Leaders?
Dec 03, 201929:54
What is the Difference Between Leadership and Management?
Nov 26, 201927:47
Flipping Leadership on Its Head w/Daniel Im

Flipping Leadership on Its Head w/Daniel Im

This week on the podcast is the return of Daniel Im. In this episode Daniel helps us break down the micro shifts that help us move from maintenance to mission. We dig deeply into the tactical things you can do as a leader in your parish to make mission the mission. Join Dan O'Rourke, Ron Huntley and Father James Mallon as they share in this powerful conversation on the past, present, and future of the Church.

Nov 19, 201932:45
How Do We Normalize Mission in Our Parishes? w/ Daniel Im

How Do We Normalize Mission in Our Parishes? w/ Daniel Im

This week on the podcast we’re joined by pastor, author, and speaker Daniel Im. Daniel joins us to discuss how we can normalize mission. Dan O’Rourke, Ron Huntley, and Father James Mallon join together with Daniel to discuss the ways in which we can make mission the focus of our churches. This is an incredibly powerful tactical conversation on how to mobilize our parish for mission. Daniel walks us through the micro-shifts that can make a difference in our churches and this is a can't miss episode.

Nov 12, 201935:50