Huntley Leadership Podcast
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Worried renewal means copying another parish’s style? Listen to this podcast.
Get Road to Renewal: https://glnk.app/go/NVe_rIO7sLzF
In this episode, Ron Huntley is joined by Melissa Wilkinson, host of the Rebuilt Podcast, to talk about what she’s learned after interviewing leaders across the parish renewal space.
Melissa shares the patterns she sees in parishes that are truly moving. From building a leadership team and layers of leaders, to the powerful link between message series + small groups, to the non-negotiable role of prayer in leaders who last.
You’ll also hear why Rebuilt coaching is not about making parishes copy Nativity, it’s about helping each parish become the best version of itself in its own community.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- What surprised Melissa most about renewal after hosting Rebuilt
- Why renewal feels “unduplicable” to many leaders—and why it’s not true
- The myth of becoming a “mini Nativity”
- The hidden engine behind sustainable parish change
- Why leadership teams and layers of leaders prevent burnout
- How message series + small groups can unify a parish across campuses
- Why prayer is the price of admission for renewal leadership
Links & resources
Road to Renewal: https://glnk.app/go/NVe_rIO7sLzF
Called to Coach?: https://courses.huntleyleadership.com/courses/calledtocoach
Ron on the Rebuild Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HKH_ss_9310
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Monday Feb 02, 2026
Monday Feb 02, 2026
Wondering why your plans are solid but momentum is fading? Listen to this podcast.
Get Road to Renewal (available now): https://glnk.app/go/NVe_rIO7sLzF
What if the leadership you’re building has vision, principles, and process—but is quietly losing its foundation?
In this solo episode, Ron Huntley unpacks a pattern he’s seen derail renewal again and again: when process becomes the priority instead of serving love. Drawing from Scripture, lived pastoral experience, and decades of leadership observation, Ron challenges leaders to examine the relational foundations beneath their structures. This is a practical, pastoral conversation about presence, trust, and why renewal never begins with a perfect plan.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- Why renewal always starts with imperfect people, not perfect systems
- How process-first leadership slowly erodes trust and credibility
- What Jesus’ foot-washing in John 13 reveals about true authority
- Why you can’t outsource relational leadership
- How Alpha creates the proximity renewal depends on
- The difference between delegation and investment
- A simple framework to assess the health of your relational foundation
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Key Scriptures referenced:
John 13:1–14 1
Thessalonians 2:8 2
Timothy 4:6
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Chapters:
00:00 The Foundation of Leadership
04:48 The Role of Love in Leadership
12:10 Assessing Relational Foundations
13:49 Renewal Begins with Presence
Tuesday Jan 20, 2026
Tuesday Jan 20, 2026
Looking for a real-life blueprint for leading costly vision in the Church? Listen to this podcast.
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What happens when your values and your options stop lining up — and you realize you can’t just critique the problem anymore? In this episode, Ron sits down with Eric Myatt (Director of Canada for Divine Renovation, former CCO missionary, and co-founder of Frassati Academy in Halifax) to unpack the discernment, courage, and leadership required to build something that doesn’t exist yet.
This is a conversation about conviction under pressure, shared leadership, and what it costs to step into vision when families, finances, and the future are on the line.
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In this episode, you’ll learn:
How “background noise” becomes a leadership decision you can’t avoid
What it looks like to discern quickly when your values and options no longer align
How to win people to a vision before it’s real (and keep moving through uncertainty)
Why shared leadership is the only sustainable way to carry big mission
How Frassati Academy moved from idea to reality — and what’s still fragile today
What donors and leaders of means need to hear about funding mission
How to build a culture where faith is normal, celebrated, and non-negotiable
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About the guest:
Eric Myatt is the Director of Canada for Divine Renovation, a former missionary with Catholic Christian Outreach, a worship leader and musician, and a husband and father. He and his wife Angie are co-founders of Frassati Academy in Halifax.
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Links & resources
Frassati Academy: https://www.frassatiacademy.ca/
Divine Renovation Canada: https://divinerenovation.org/canada/
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Tuesday Dec 16, 2025
Tuesday Dec 16, 2025
Looking for leadership that flows from prayer, healing, and depth—not burnout? Listen to this podcast.
Ron's new book "Road to Renewal" is now available. Read it here: https://glnk.app/go/NVe_rIO7sLzF
In this episode of the Huntley Leadership Podcast, Ron sits down with Chris Westlake, Director of Evangelization at Holy Family Catholic Church in Rockford, Illinois, for a deep and honest conversation about leadership, healing, and parish renewal that actually lasts. Chris shares his remarkable journey—from growing up in a broken home, to atheism, to an encounter with Jesus, and eventually coming home to the Catholic Church. Along the way, he unpacks how interior healing, prayer, Scripture, and the sacraments have shaped not just his faith, but his approach to leadership, teamwork, and organizational health in parish life. This conversation explores a truth many leaders intuitively know but rarely name: lasting fruit in ministry flows from who we are becoming, not just what we are doing.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- Why interior life and emotional healing are essential for sustainable leadership
- How Scripture, prayer, fasting, and silence formed Chris’s conversion and vocation
- What parish leaders can learn from sports culture, teamwork, and organizational health
- Why values and culture matter more than tactics when leading renewal - How the Eucharist, confession, and daily Mass shaped Chris’s return to the Catholic Church
- What it really takes to prepare a parish to receive the people God wants to send
About our guest:
Chris Westlake is the Director of Evangelization at Holy Family Catholic Church in Rockford, IL. A convert to the Catholic Church, Chris brings a unique blend of lived conversion, deep interior prayer, organizational insight, and pastoral sensitivity to his work. He lives in Rockford with his wife Gina and their son Joshua.
Connect with Chris Westlake:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chriswestlake10
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chris.westlake.849352/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-westlake-83b85427/
Learn more about Holy Family Parish: https://holyfamilyrockford.org/
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Monday Dec 01, 2025
Monday Dec 01, 2025
If you want to reignite evangelization and renewal in your parish, listen to this episode.
Click here to get a free sneak peek of Ron’s chapter from our upcoming book Road to Renewal: https://mailchi.mp/huntleyleadership.com/7nd1q77agc
In this episode of the Huntley Leadership Podcast, Ron sits down with Terry Quinn—a fiery Catholic revert who spent 30 years as a Pentecostal–Evangelical pastor, Bible teacher, and evangelist before returning to the Catholic Church.
Terry shares how a devastating season (the death of his young son) led to a powerful encounter with Jesus in a Catholic charismatic prayer group, why he eventually left the Church in frustration, and what drew him back after decades of preaching, planting churches, and leading missions all over the world. He talks candidly about the hunger for Jesus that drives many Catholics out of the pews, the power of the baptism in the Holy Spirit, and the urgent need for real preaching, evangelization, and ongoing formation for clergy and laity alike.
If you’re a priest, parish leader, or lay disciple who feels stuck in “keeping things running” and longs to see real spiritual growth and conversion, this conversation will challenge and encourage you.
About Our Guest – Terry Quinn
Terry Quinn returned to the Catholic Church after a 30-year journey in the Pentecostal–Evangelical world of churches, where he served as a pastor, international Bible teacher, conference speaker, and evangelist. He now leads Catholic Revert, a ministry dedicated to apologetics, evangelization, and discipleship within the Catholic Church.
Terry’s speaking ministry has a no-nonsense, prophetic edge—proclaiming Catholic teaching in a way that is bold, practical, and deeply challenging. His heart is to see Catholics fall in love with Jesus, be baptized in the Holy Spirit, and be equipped to reach the truly lost.
Learn more about Terry and Catholic Revert: https://catholic-revert.com
Terry's book, Bring Me Back Lord: https://www.amazon.com/BRING-BACK-LORD-Terry-Quinn-ebook/dp/B0FPGFYF9M/ref=sr_1_4?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.r3wN3XnoY1MaqWDUbnKAiWPBqUEY23EIoDtdpF7Mr9iVwnDcileveaGp90-tyqJ2yJgH_7nLjKyZ2qJqMWjKK_YXwNEpsiyjAT1R5-F-NJw.ppeNuAXgjt4b2fFmRk5-DYRdE7Pk6Qk3A3cH-pskkwA&dib_tag=se&qid=1764594158&refinements=p_27%3ATerry+Quinn&s=books&sr=1-4
In this episode:
- Terry’s first encounter with Jesus in a Catholic charismatic prayer group
- How his mother’s “baptism in the Holy Spirit” changed their whole family
- Why he left the Catholic Church for a Pentecostal congregation
- Stories from 30 years of evangelization, street ministry, and church planting
- The painful moment he walked away from the parish… and the simple prayer: “Lord, bring me back”
- How Scott Hahn, Catholic apologetics, and the early Church Fathers helped rebuild his faith
- What he found when he returned to the Church after three decades
- Why he believes many parishes lack “CPD” (continuous professional development) for clergy
- The challenge of running sacramental life AND going on mission as a Catholic parish
- Why evangelization must focus on the truly lost and broken—not just the already-churched
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Monday Nov 17, 2025
Monday Nov 17, 2025
If you want a clear game plan for leading more effective ministries, listen to this podcast!
Click here to get a sneak peek of Ron's chapter from our upcoming book Road to Renewal: https://mailchi.mp/huntleyleadership.com/7nd1q77agc
In this episode of the Huntley Leadership Podcast, Ron is joined by Justin Reyes—evangelist, consultant, and author of Go! Make Disciples: How to Implement Ministries That Get Results. Justin brings a rare combination of deep faith, business strategy, and hands-on ministry experience. Together, they dig into what actually drives fruitfulness in parishes today and how leaders can move from scattered activity to intentional, Spirit-led mission.
Ron and Justin explore the practical habits, frameworks, and leadership postures that help communities grow. They also tackle common frustrations: unclear vision, unused gifts in the pews, parish cultures that aren’t aligned, and the challenge of collaborating well with clergy. This conversation offers clarity, encouragement, and a hopeful path forward for anyone leading in the Church.
Check out Justin's book on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08NYG3VCS and its accompanying podcast "Being and Making Disciples" with over 100 episodes @beingandmakingdisciples and on podcast apps:
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/being-and-making-disciples-a-catholic-podcast/id1534513525
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5N5UDeOHel7VkrD4pCkcGJ
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Being-Making-Disciples-Catholic-ministry/dp/B08JJQS2B5
Reach out to Justin at ajoyfulwitness@gmail.com
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Monday Nov 03, 2025
Monday Nov 03, 2025
If you believe God is writing a comeback story for His Church, listen to this podcast!
Then be part of it — click the link for updates and early access + a free advance chapter from our new book Road to Renewal: https://mailchi.mp/huntleyleadership.com/7nd1q77agc
In this special episode of the Huntley Leadership Podcast, Christian and Ron Huntley share a behind-the-scenes look at their upcoming book, Road to Renewal: How Faith, Vision, and Courage Are Fuelling a Church Comeback. Ron reflects on what gives him hope for the Church today, what keeps him up at night, and the hard-won lessons from years of coaching and walking with parishes and dioceses around the world. Together, he and Christian discuss what true renewal looks like, why it’s different from change, and how God is moving powerfully in this generation.
In this episode:
- What inspired Road to Renewal
- Why renewal demands courage and faith
- The difference between change and transformation
- Stories of parishes and leaders who came alive again
- What the Church can learn from a new wave of young believers
Road to Renewal features Ron Huntley and 12 contributing priests with their key collaborators—leaders who are living parish renewal from the inside out. It’s honest, practical, and full of hope for what God is doing in His Church.
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Monday Oct 20, 2025
Monday Oct 20, 2025
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What happens when a film premiere turns into a pilgrimage?
In this episode of the Huntley Leadership Podcast, Ron reconnects with Bobby Fredericksen — Catholic content creator, teacher, and co-host of The Catholic Couple Podcast — to unpack his journey to Poland for the launch of Triumph of the Heart, a new film on St. Maximilian Kolbe. Bobby shares what it was like to walk in Kolbe’s footsteps, witness the power of faith-filled art, and rediscover how beauty, mercy, and media can all point to Christ. He also opens up about his own evolution from teacher to “digital missionary,” balancing online influence with prayer, humility, and family life.
In this episode:
Behind the scenes of Triumph of the Heart and Kolbe’s legacy
The moment a movie premiere became a spiritual pilgrimage
How Catholic art and storytelling can move hearts
What it means to evangelize online with integrity
Staying grounded in faith while reaching millions
Whether you’re leading in your parish, creating content, or simply looking for hope in a noisy world, this conversation will inspire you to live your mission with greater authenticity and courage.
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Summary
Ron hosts Bobby Fredericksen to unpack his unexpected pilgrimage to Poland for the red-carpet launch of Triumph of the Heart, a new film on St. Maximilian Kolbe. What began as media work became an immersion in Polish faith, Kolbe’s legacy (mission, media savvy, adoration), and the film’s core claim: mercy conquers brute power. Bobby shares on-the-ground moments, why the story moves audiences, and how listeners can support the release. He also traces his path from classroom teacher to “digital missionary,” emphasizing prayer, integrity, humility, and family balance while using social media to evangelize with clarity, joy, and real-world accountability.
Monday Oct 06, 2025
Monday Oct 06, 2025
If you're a Catholic leader with a vision for renewal, listen to this podcast!
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Learn more about The Apostles Fund at https://theapostlesfund.org
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Summary
What happens when faith, generosity, and bold vision collide?
In this episode of the Huntley Leadership Podcast, Michael Gentile shares his journey from early success in the financial world to launching a public foundation focused on supporting evangelization and apostolic mission within the Catholic Church. Michael’s fire for Jesus and deep desire to empower leaders has led to the creation of The Apostles Fund—a venture philanthropy approach to transforming the Church from the inside out.
We talk about:
- How Michael discovered his career was part of his call, not separate from it
- What Catholic philanthropists often get wrong (and how to fix it)
- The powerful advice that flipped his approach to money and mission
- Why funding the Church is about multiplication, not just maintenance
- What kinds of ministries The Apostles Fund supports—and how they help them scale
- How they’re forming a movement, not just a foundation
If you're a pastor, donor, entrepreneur, or lay leader passionate about mission, this conversation will stretch your vision and challenge your assumptions about generosity and impact in the Catholic Church.
Monday Sep 22, 2025
Monday Sep 22, 2025
If you want to fund your parish’s future, listen to this podcast!
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Summary
Why is it so hard to talk about money in church?
In this episode of the Huntley Leadership Podcast, Tom Corcoran (co-author of Church Money and Rebuilt) joins Ron to share what he’s learned about money, mission, and leadership over the last two decades at Church of the Nativity. From awkward beginnings to a vibrant culture of generosity, Tom offers practical insight and personal testimony on how pastors and parish leaders can disciple their people—and fund the mission at the same time.
We talk about:
Why giving is spiritual formation, not manipulation
What Scripture actually says about money (hint: a lot)
How pastors can grow more comfortable preaching about generosity
The importance of leaders going first with their giving - Why tithing leads to spiritual and financial breakthrough
How to build a culture of generosity in your parish—without guilt trips
If you’re a pastor, lay leader, or team member responsible for budgets, buildings, or bold vision, this episode will encourage and equip you to connect faith and finances the right way.