Huntley Leadership Podcast
Catholic Leadership Podcast for clergy, entrepreneurs and people of influence looking to be inspired and challenged to be their best!
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Monday Jul 10, 2023
Monday Jul 10, 2023
Pastoral transitions are something that every church will face at some point. Navigating these critical moments of transition can be challenging, not only for the leaders involved but also for the communities that you lead.
Dr. Lee Kricher is the author of Seamless Pastoral Transition – an incredible resource that many church leaders across traditions have turned to in order to find support through their own pastoral transitions. On this week's podcast, Ron speaks with Dr. Lee about this powerful book, and together, they unpack a few of the book's key principles that are helping church leaders transition well!
About the Book:
"A Seamless Pastoral Transition is a leadership transition in which a pastoral vacancy is avoided by a planned overlap in service of the outgoing pastor and the incoming pastor. When implemented with sound leadership transition principles, a Seamless Pastoral Transition can ensure the continuity of a church's mission and maintain a church's positive momentum.
In addition to case studies from a variety of churches, this book covers 3 Leadership Transition Imperatives to embrace and 6 Leadership Transition Pitfalls to avoid. If you are a pastor, a denominational executive, or a church board member, one of your highest priorities must be planning for pastoral transitions with great diligence. If you agree, then this book is written for you."
Connect with Dr. Lee Kricher & get your copy of 'Seamless Pastoral Transition':
Website: https://futureforwardchurches.com/
Buy on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Seamless-Pastoral-Transition-Imperatives-Pitfalls/dp/1662851227
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leekricher/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leekricher/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lee.kricher/
Monday Jul 03, 2023
Monday Jul 03, 2023
From personal leadership to business leadership and parish leadership, the concept of leadership is a widely discussed subject in the church community. But what do we actually mean when we say "leadership"? What does effective leadership look like within the context of the Catholic Church?
In this thought-provoking podcast episode, Ron shares his own experience and perspective and encourages listeners to redefine their understanding of "leadership" within their own ministry context.
Join us as we explore the significance of authentic leadership within the Catholic Church and its role in bringing about true cultural transformation.
Monday Jun 26, 2023
Monday Jun 26, 2023
In a rapidly changing world, missional parishes are seeking to make a lasting impact on their communities. As leadership teams continue to evolve, it becomes crucial to reimagine the ways we approach the relationship between leadership teams and parish pastoral councils.
In this conversation, Ron & Lorraine unpack valuable insights on how to navigate the intricate dynamics of Parish Pastoral Councils in the context of a missional parish.
Discover how a well-structured relationship between the PPC and your parish leadership team can create alignment with the overall leadership vision and become the driving force behind the mission-focused initiatives of your parish. Through real-life examples and actionable insights, this conversation will challenge the way you approach leadership in your Catholic community.
Whether you're a pastor, council member, or part of the Parish Leadership Team, this podcast will equip you with practical strategies to foster effective collaboration and synergy between these essential leadership bodies.
Monday Jun 19, 2023
Monday Jun 19, 2023
Leadership teams are an essential part of any ministry. If you have a God-sized vision, then you're going to need an incredible team around you. Your team will be the ones who bring the vision to life!
However, the key lies in mastering the art of facilitating team meetings. We've all experienced the frustration of poorly executed gatherings that leave us drained and unmotivated.
When leadership team meetings are executed with excellence, they become truly impactful for everyone involved. Team meetings stop feeling like tasks to check off on a checklist and instead become the very fuel that propels your mission forward, igniting passion and enthusiasm throughout every leader.
Tune in to this conversation as Ron unpacks what it takes to lead great leadership team meetings within your parish. Discover how to cultivate an environment where team members eagerly anticipate each meeting and get ready to unlock the full potential of your ministry teams!
Dive deeper into this topic on episode 84 of the podcast, How to Build A Leadership Team! Click here to watch: https://youtu.be/H3zdDKtyT4g
Monday Jun 12, 2023
Monday Jun 12, 2023
Join us as we explore the primacy of evangelization and discuss strategies for parish renewal that will inspire both priests and lay leaders in their mission to spread the Word of God.
Recorded a few years back with Renewal Ministries, this insightful conversation also unpacks some of Ron's own inspiring story of faith and ultimately being called into ministry full-time.
Ron shares about the early days of starting Divine Renovation alongside Fr. James Mallon and gives insights into their journey of forming a healthy team united around a mission and a passion to support Catholic parishes around the world.
This episode will inspire and empower you to share the Gospel with the world around you as you lead your community toward vibrant and thriving relationships with Jesus.
Monday Jun 05, 2023
Monday Jun 05, 2023
Conflict is never easy. But where there are people, there is bound to be conflict.
So it's essential that we learn how to engage in conflict in a healthy way, and become more effective in our communication and leadership through those harder conversations.
Over the past few weeks, we asked you to submit questions surrounding the topic of conflict. More specifically, questions related to dealing with conflict among church members or church leaders that are mission-focused. That's right; even mission-oriented leaders will have conflict.
When we learn to see conflict as an opportunity to increase our impact rather than an obstacle in the way of progress, our teams can actually come out on the other side of these moments MORE aligned and working toward a common mission.
On this special Q&A episode of the Huntley Leadership Podcast, Ron is joined by Lorraine McCarthy, the Diocesan Partnerships Manager for Huntley Leadership.
Monday May 29, 2023
Monday May 29, 2023
Tune in to the latest episode of the Huntley Leadership Podcast with special guest Bishop Erik Pohlmeier who shares his personal journey from being a pastor for over 20 years to becoming a new Bishop.
Bishop Erik shares his experience of traveling to different parishes and connecting with priests, which ultimately led him to write a strategic document for his diocese, outlining parish leadership strategies and principles to bring about systemic cultural change. He emphasizes the importance of prioritizing your personal relationship with Christ, and leading from a place of fresh encounter.
This episode with Bishop Erik will challenge you and equip you with practical steps to take action in your own parish context. If you're looking to become a more transformative and effective Catholic leader, this episode is a must-listen!
Read Bishop Erik's "Report on the State of Faith Formation": https://www.dolr.org/sites/default/files/documents/report-on-state-of-faith-formation-dolr.pdf
Monday May 22, 2023
Monday May 22, 2023
This week on the Huntley Leadership Podcast features an interview with Deacon Peter Pellicaan from the Brisbane Diocese. Deacon Peter is the Executive Director of Evangelization in Brisbane, responsible for supporting parishes and communities in their mission to make disciples of all nations. He was the second guest to appear on this podcast, and it's so great to be checking in with him again two years later!
In this episode, he shares valuable insights into the challenges of bringing renewal to a diocese and the importance of strategic planning. Peter outlines some of the essential elements that need to be functional for a parish to grow, and provides real-world perspective on the realities of parish renewal.
This episode is an excellent resource for anyone looking to renew their parish and bring new life to their Catholic community!
Monday May 15, 2023
Monday May 15, 2023
On the Huntley Leadership Podcast, we love to unpack the topic of parish renewal through the lens of Catholic leadership. In this episode, Ron Huntley sits down with Father Ed Shuttleworth, a priest from the Diocese of La Crosse, Wisconsin, with over 33 years of experience in serving the church.
Father Ed shares his personal story of leading a struggling parish and his journey toward finding a solution. We discuss the Alpha program, which he initially hesitated to adopt due to its unfamiliarity, but later discovered its power in transforming the lives of parishioners. Father Ed emphasizes the importance of openness to new ideas and guidance from the Holy Spirit when it comes to leadership.
This episode contains valuable insights from Father Ed's experiences to help you lead and transform your parish. If you're a Catholic leader looking for inspiration and practical advice on parish renewal, or someone interested in learning about Catholic leadership, you won't want to miss this episode of the Huntley Leadership Podcast.
About Father Ed Shuttleworth:
Father Ed Shuttleworth has been a priest of the Diocese of La Crosse, WI, for 33 years. Currently, he serves as pastor of St. Bronislava Parish in Plover, WI and as Dean of the Stevens Point Deanery. He holds an M.A. in Theology from the Catholic University of America and a D.Min. in Preaching from Aquinas Institute of Theology. In addition to his priestly duties, Father Ed enjoys riding his Harley Davidson Road King. He has also been involved with the recovery community and is excited to be engaged with Hispanic ministry in his parish.SUBMIT YOUR QUESTIONS!We're hosting a special episode of the Huntley Leadership Podcast next month, focused on the topic of "Dealing with Conflict in a Missional Parish." This podcast will be built around questions that we receive from you, the listeners. Have a question related to conflict & leadership? Head to https://huntleyleadership.com/questions to send yours.
Monday May 08, 2023
Monday May 08, 2023
Join us in this episode as we sit down with Bill Scollard, Life Groups Coordinator at St. Benedict Parish in Halifax, NS, and Saint Mary’s University hall of fame football player. Bill's incredible journey from playing for the worst football team in the country to playing in the national championship only three years later serves as a testimony of perseverance and leadership.
We dive into what it takes to create a successful turnaround story in the context of Catholic leadership and parish renewal. We explore the necessary cultural and leadership shifts required to achieve effective cultural renewal and inspire change in the people around you.
Whether you're a Catholic leader seeking to revitalize your parish or someone looking for inspiration to overcome your own challenges, this conversation is worth listening to. Join us as we uncover valuable lessons on creating a culture of change through effective leadership and parish renewal.