Huntley Leadership Podcast

Reaching the Unchurched Through Alpha | Ger Jones & Ron Huntley | #168

How do we create a safe and welcoming space for non-Christians to explore questions of faith?
 
As cultural shifts pull people away from traditional church settings, new strategies and understanding are vital for reaching a secular, post-Christian demographic.
 
This week's guest is Ger Jones, senior pastor of Vintage Church in Los Angeles. This church has between 400 and 500 guests attending Alpha each session!
 
Ron and Ger dive into the transformed landscape of evangelization in today's society and discuss how Alpha has become a powerful tool for reaching people who may be skeptical or have had negative experiences with Christianity. Ger emphasizes the need for intentional leadership and a new mindset regarding evangelization to bring more people to Jesus.
 
This thoughtful conversation offers a wealth of insights for church leaders and laypeople alike who are striving to connect authentically with those outside the faith.
 
Don't miss this inspiring conversation on effective evangelization strategies.

Feeding Your Ego or Building the Kingdom? | Fr. Sammie Maletta & Ron Huntley | #167

Innovation always comes with risks. It's no different in ministry!
 
In this episode, Fr. Sammie is back to join Ron for a heartfelt conversation about the challenges and triumphs of taking bold paths in ministry.
 
Listeners will gain an intimate look into the world of church leadership, where risk-taking, humility, and a relentless pursuit of the mission come together to define the landscape of church innovation and disciple-making.
 
Fr. Sammie shares his experiences leading a parish through transformative periods, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and the willingness to fail in pursuit of greater outcomes. He touches on the necessity of shifting from merely professional church workers to true discipleship.
 
This episode provides deep insights into how embracing discomfort has led to significant growth within St. John the Evangelist's church community and will challenge you to believe for the same within your own context!

4 Areas Missional Leaders MUST Get Right | Ron Huntley | #166

As a missional leader, you've been given a significant responsibility. How you steward that responsibility makes all the difference in terms of your effectiveness.
 
In this podcast, Ron Huntley delves into the critical aspects of leadership within the church community, specifically addressing the challenges that missional priests, teams, and bishops face. This episode gives a dynamic perspective to creating momentum and achieving a transformative impact in your parish and the broader community.
 
Ron emphasizes the importance of four pivotal components he likens to the "wheels on the bus" of your church: the health of your team, your organizational structure, the quality of your meetings, and your parish culture.
 
Neglecting any of these aspects can lead to stalled progress or even the downfall of your church's mission.
 
This episode is rich with actionable insights and strategies to galvanize missional priests, teams, and bishops to create a flourishing, purpose-driven community.__Download a Free Resource on 'The 4 Wheels of the Bus': https://mcusercontent.com/1b75ddf939e5c84ab1b75a90c/files/c9719b4e-acbe-1711-6bc7-2412e3ce17ef/Dynamic_Leadership.pdf

Social Media and Communication Tips for Catholics | Khalil Hattar & Ron Huntley | #165

What role does social media play in the world of evangelization?
 
This week's guest, Khalil Hattar, believes that the media can profoundly impact modern evangelism and its potential for Catholic faith communities.
 
Khalil serves as P.A. for Administration at St. John the Evangelist Parish in St. John, Indiana, a parish that has made a continued commitment to growing the impact of its online media and communications.
 
With the world increasingly shifting online, Khalil and Ron discuss the significance of establishing a digital presence to connect with individuals beyond the church walls.
 
This episode offers simple yet effective insights for parishes looking to venture into the realm of digital evangelism. It underscores an imperative call to action for both clergy and laity to embrace and expand their church's digital frontiers.
If you want to deepen your understanding of how faith and digital media intertwine in the modern world, this episode is worth a listen.
 
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See more from St. John the Evangelist:
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Ready for Coaching? Getting Help Before You Hit The Wall | Lorraine McCarthy & Ron Huntley | #164

Have you considered bringing on a parish coach to help facilitate renewal?
 
Maybe you've been hesitant because you weren't sure if the timing was right, or you wonder what you'll actually gain from the experience.
 
In this week's episode, Ron and Lorraine are discussing the important role that coaching can play in supporting priests and bishops. We believe immensely in the value that coaching can bring, and in this conversation, we unpack what this process looks like to help you consider if it might be worth exploring for your own parish.
 
If you're interested in learning more about parish coaching, we'd love to connect with you and see how we might be able to help. Reach out to us at https://huntleyleadership.com, and let's start the conversation!

Raising Up Missionary Leaders in the Catholic Church | Fr. Chris Ryan MGL | #163

Raising up missionary leaders to carry the Church's mission forward is essential! Effective leadership formation can be challenging, and is often overlooked.
 
This week's guest is working to change that reality by creating an intentional space for missionary leadership formation.
 
Fr Chris Ryan MGL has a Ph.D. in theology and a heart for ensuring our ecclesial organizations are fruitful in helping others fall in love with Jesus and equip them for mission. Fr Chris founded the Areté Centre For Missionary Leadership to form people as leaders in the Church’s evangelising mission.
 
Fr. Chris believes that a huge priority for the Church ought to be the formation of leaders who are passionate about Jesus Christ and his mission.
 
Listen and learn their approach, and be inspired about how you could implement something similar in your area!

The Impact of Bishops on Diocesan Health | Fr. Daniel Brandenburg LC & Ron Huntley | #162

Is there a relationship between the leadership styles of bishops and the health of dioceses? And how do we even go about measuring the health of a diocese?
 
This week's guest, Fr. Daniel Brandenburg, loves Jesus and loves the Catholic Church. Inspired by those loves, he has dedicated a significant amount of time to researching the topic of diocesan health.
 
Through qualitative and quantitative studies, Fr. Daniel has come to the conclusion that there is a profound connection between the leadership styles of bishops and the health of dioceses.
 
In this episode, we're exploring some of Fr. Daniel's research and unpacking what sort of impact it can have on our dioceses today! You won't want to miss this conversation.
 
Read Fr. Daniel's dissertation here: https://bit.ly/fr-daniel-dissertation

1-on-1 Meetings: How to Bring Value | Ron Huntley | Huntley Leadership Podcast #161

If you work with other people, your ability to facilitate effective 1-on-1 meetings is incredibly important! These meetings are often the best opportunity you have to invest in the individuals on your leadership team, and they should happen regularly.
 
On this week's podcast, we'll address some of the key components of effective meetings and explore some of the challenges that people often encounter.
 
Ron shares insights on how to structure your one-on-one meetings, evaluate their effectiveness, and ensure that they are worthwhile and fun for the team members involved!

How To Navigate Leaving A Ministry Role | Ron Huntley | Huntley Leadership Podcast #160

Feeling God's call to ministry can be exciting! But what happens when you feel that your time in your ministry role is coming to an end?
 
Discerning whether to stay in ministry or step down is an important exercise. In ministry, we're called to be on mission. If we're going to be effective in achieving that mission, it's essential that the right people are in the right roles. If someone is in a role that's not a good fit, we have to be willing to make a change!
 
Stepping out of a ministry role can often be confusing and can leave people feeling lost or hurt. But staying too long can lead to a painful exit. Whether the role isn't a good fit due to the person's abilities or simply because the culture and personality aren't aligned, navigating these transitional periods can be incredibly tough on both the person leaving and the employer.
 
On this week's podcast, Ron is sharing his perspective on how these transitions out of ministry can be handled with care from both the employer's and the employee's perspectives. This episode will equip you to have honest conversations and navigate the transition in a healthy way for everyone involved.

The Missionary Reality of the RCIA Process | Fr. Chris Ryan | Huntley Leadership Podcast #159

When you think of the RCIA process, what comes to mind?
 
Do you see it as simply a liturgical process? Do you believe that it can have a significant evangelical impact? This week's podcast guest believes that it can!
 
Fr. Chris Ryan has a Ph.D. in theology and wrote his doctoral dissertation on the RCIA's ability to help evangelize young people.
 
On this week's episode, Ron and Fr. Chris unpack the missionary reality of the RCIA process and explore what it can look like when implemented within a parish that's alive!
 
The wells of our Roman Catholic faith are incredibly deep, and there's so much to learn. This conversation is worth a listen!
 
About Fr. Chris:
Fr. Chris Ryan is the parish priest of St Declan’s Parish Penshurst, Our Lady of Fatima Parish Peakhurst, and St Joseph's Oatley in the Archdiocese of Sydney, Australia. Fr. Chris' PhD examines the RCIA as a resource for youth ministry in our secular age. He is a co-author of Preaching on Purpose: A Divine Renovation Handbook for Communicating the Gospel Today. Since 2019, Fr Chris has been the Director of the Arete Centre for Missionary Leadership, which forms lay people as leaders in evangelisation and parish renewal.