Ministry Leaders Anonymous (Matt Rice & Chris Bartlett)
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| 29 Mar 2018 | Episode 1: Welcome to Ministry Leaders Anonymous | 00:22:10 | |||||||||||
In this first welcome to Ministry Leaders Anonymous, Matt Rice & Chris Bartlett introduce themselves to the world, as well as why they wanted to start Ministry Leaders Anonymous. Email us your thoughts! mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org Join the Discussion on Facebook Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries | |||||||||||||
| 05 Apr 2018 | Episode 2: Fighting Isolation in Ministry | 00:31:48 | |||||||||||
This week, Matt Rice & Chris Bartlett talk about what they're lives looked like when they entered the world of ministry. Isolation & loneliness is sometimes just an accepted part of ministry life, but it doesn't have to be that way! Email us your thoughts! mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org Join the Discussion on Facebook Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries | |||||||||||||
| 05 Apr 2018 | Episode 3: Do I Need a Degree for Ministry? | 00:29:03 | |||||||||||
In this week's episode, Matt & Chris hear from one listener about how the show is going so far, Chris listens to his heart of hearts, and we all discuss why university degrees can help or hinder your ministry. Email us your thoughts! mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org Join the Discussion on Facebook Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries | |||||||||||||
| 14 Apr 2018 | Episode 4: How to Find the Right Job in Ministry | 00:29:09 | |||||||||||
This week, Matt & Chris offer great strategies for interviewing & evaluating your job in ministry. Email us your thoughts! mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org Join the Discussion on Facebook Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries | |||||||||||||
| 19 Apr 2018 | Episode 5: Evangelization versus Catechesis Round 1 | 00:26:04 | |||||||||||
Who wins in the battle between Evangelization versus Catechesis? The answer is the Church! This week, Matt & Chris talk about how dogs can't eat chocolate as well as the day they became friends at an ice cream shop, and how all of that ties into the purpose that evangelization & catechesis play in your ministry. Email us your thoughts! mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org Join the Discussion on Facebook Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries | |||||||||||||
| 26 Apr 2018 | Episode 6: Raise Your Hand if You Feel Inadequate | 00:28:15 | |||||||||||
How often do we hesitate in ministry because we know we are not the perfect person? This week, Matt & Chris talk about their own feelings of inadequacy and how we still need to share our gifts imperfectly. We all need to give God the opportunity to say, "I'm proud of you." Email us your thoughts! mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org Join the Discussion on Facebook Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries | |||||||||||||
| 03 May 2018 | Episode 7: Has Ministry Replaced Your Prayer Life? | 00:25:07 | |||||||||||
Have you justified not praying to God because you talk about God all day? Matt & Chris struggle with the same problems everyone in ministry struggles with: how do you balance ministry life & personal prayer? They offer some great analogies (like a lot of analogies), and help us all avoid scrupulosity (don't worry if you don't know what it means, Chris will define it). SPECIAL THANKS to ALOB for letting us use his song, Strong God, from the album No Match for Love! Email us your thoughts! mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org Join the Discussion on Facebook Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries | |||||||||||||
| 10 May 2018 | Episode 8: The Green Growing Edge | 00:26:53 | |||||||||||
Are you only ministering from the front porch of the Church or are you also meeting people where they are, calling them back Home to the Church with you? This week, Matt & Chris have got more analogies just for you, talking about the difficulties in balancing the steady strength of the tree trunk with the risky life of the branches. Thanks to ALOB for letting us use his song, Strong God, from the album No Match for Love! Email us your thoughts! mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org Join the Discussion on Facebook Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries | |||||||||||||
| 17 May 2018 | Episode 9: Innovating in Ministry with Everett Fritz | 00:30:45 | |||||||||||
Continuing the conversation from the previous episode, Green Growing Edge, Matt & Chris talk with speaker & author, Everett Fritz about the problems we need to solve in ministry and how we should approach innovating in ministry. You can find Everett Fritz online here as well as his newest book, The Art of Forming Young Disciples. Thanks to ALOB for letting us use his song, Strong God, from the album No Match for Love! Email us your thoughts! mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org Join the Discussion on Facebook Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries | |||||||||||||
| 25 May 2018 | Episode 10: Delegation in Your Ministry | 00:27:41 | |||||||||||
Ministry is not something one person can do alone. In this episode, Matt & Chris talk about the importance of delegation for your sanity & strength, as well as practical ways to identify situations where you may be able to delegate. Don't worry, there's plenty of analogies to soak up this beautiful topic. For more information on Michael Hyatt's Five Levels of Delegation, visit his website. Thanks to ALOB for letting us use his song, Strong God, from the album No Match for Love! Email us your thoughts! mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org Join the Discussion on Facebook Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries | |||||||||||||
| 31 May 2018 | Episode 11: Set the Sabbath Apart | 00:25:45 | |||||||||||
God has made the Sabbath holy. But for most ministry leaders, Sundays are often a day of work & ministry. How do you balance resting physically & spiritually with the needs of a parish community each Sunday? Matt & Chris have "clocked in" on most Sundays for many years, and they have great insight into maintaining a healthy, holy schedule. Thanks to ALOB for letting us use his song, Strong God, from the album No Match for Love! Email us your thoughts! mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org Join the Discussion on Facebook Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries | |||||||||||||
| 07 Jun 2018 | Episode 12: A Day of Healing with David Thies | 00:25:29 | |||||||||||
This week, David Thies, a ministry leader & musician from Houston, Texas, continues the discussion on the Sabbath with Matt & Chris. Bringing a new perspective shared by many ministry leaders, David challenges the definition of the Sabbath and how we approach our ministry work on Sundays. Thanks to ALOB for letting us use his song, Strong God, from the album No Match for Love! Email us your thoughts! mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org Join the Discussion on Facebook Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries | |||||||||||||
| 14 Jun 2018 | Episode 13: Worship Away or Worship Anyway? | 00:23:50 | |||||||||||
When you lead a ministry at your parish, how do you worship with your community without the business of your ministry distracting you? This is the question that Chris & Matt are tackling this week, and they do not agree! Will this be the argument that finally tears these two friends apart??? No, it won't. But they have a great discussion along the way. Thanks to ALOB for letting us use his song, Strong God, from the album No Match for Love! Email us your thoughts! mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org Join the Discussion on Facebook Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries | |||||||||||||
| 21 Jun 2018 | Episode 14: Don't Squash the Punks with Alyssa Trutter | 00:32:58 | |||||||||||
In this largely youth minister-focused episode of the show, Alyssa Trutter from Ablaze Ministries joins Matt to talk about being merciful in ministry, specifically restraining the urge to just squash those punks. Alyssa & Matt both have a lot of experience in middle school ministry, which of course is the battleground to become the alpha-punk. But constantly chastising them can have long-term effects on the salvation of those punks. Listen to Alyssa & Matt share their stories. You can also hear Alyssa on Everyday Catholics with Fr. Ryan Higdon. Thanks to ALOB for letting us use his song, Strong God, from the album No Match for Love! Email us your thoughts! mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org Join the Discussion on Facebook Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries | |||||||||||||
| 28 Jun 2018 | Episode 15: When Things Fall Apart | 00:25:43 | |||||||||||
Chris is back! And man, does he have a story to tell. It's inevitable that in ministry something will not go according to the plan. But how do we as leaders react. What are some of the emotions that we feel, and how can God work through the situation. These are the things that Matt & Chris are talking about this week on Ministry Leaders Anonymous. Thanks to ALOB for letting us use his song, Strong God, from the album No Match for Love! Email us your thoughts! mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org Join the Discussion on Facebook Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries | |||||||||||||
| 05 Jul 2018 | Episode 16: Super Volunteers with Laura Gonzalez | 00:30:15 | |||||||||||
What is a super volunteer? Where do you find them? How do you keep them? What makes them super? These are all questions that EVERY ministry leader asks, because we all need incredible volunteers for our ministries. Joining Matt & Chris this week is Laura Gonzalez, who is a long-time, super volunteer for Chris' ministry program in Round Rock, TX. They discuss the things ministry leaders can do to empower their volunteers & also build a stronger ministry team. Thanks to ALOB for letting us use his song, Strong God, from the album No Match for Love! Email us your thoughts! mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org Join the Discussion on Facebook Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries | |||||||||||||
| 12 Jul 2018 | Episode 17: Don't Be So Hard on Yourself | 00:24:00 | |||||||||||
How often do we let our insecurities control our ministry? This week, Chris shares a recent event where he lost sleep over his own shortcomings, and Matt & Chris talk about re-framing our insecurities and faults around the mission of our ministries & God's love for us. Thanks to ALOB for letting us use his song, Strong God, from the album No Match for Love! Email us your thoughts! mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org Join the Discussion on Facebook Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries | |||||||||||||
| 19 Jul 2018 | Episode 18: Taking the Time to Volunteer | 00:22:29 | |||||||||||
We know that many ministry leaders have volunteered and that's how they became responsible for their ministry. But for all of the paid ministry leaders, do you take the time to do what you ask many others? Do you volunteer your time outside of work & responsibilities? This week, Matt & Chris talk about the wake-up call that is being asked to volunteer for something when you are a leader among volunteers. Thanks to ALOB for letting us use his song, Strong God, from the album No Match for Love! Email us your thoughts! mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org Join the Discussion on Facebook Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries | |||||||||||||
| 26 Jul 2018 | Episode 19: Becoming the Guide, Not the Hero | 00:28:27 | |||||||||||
This week, Chris & Matt talk about the StoryBrand Process by Donald Miller and how it can be used in your ministry. We know that sometimes we believe that our ministry or our job is to save those we serve. But no one sees themselves as the victim in their story; they see themselves as the hero! And our job, as ministry leaders is to act as a guide, not a savior, because they already have a savior, and He's pretty good at what He does. Thanks to ALOB for letting us use his song, Strong God, from the album No Match for Love! Email us your thoughts! mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org Join the Discussion on Facebook Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries | |||||||||||||
| 02 Aug 2018 | Episode 20: Perfecting Games for Every Ministry with Gwen Bartlett | 00:32:06 | |||||||||||
Often, we only associate games & icebreakers with children & youth ministry. But Gwen Bartlett joins Chris this week to talk about WHY games succeed in youth ministry and how important they are to ministries of all ages. Gwen includes incredible tips & tricks for using the perfect game for your needs, as well as fool-proof ways to lead strong games at each event. For more of Gwen's thoughts on games in ministry, check out her blogs at Next Level Ministry Thanks to ALOB for letting us use his song, Strong God, from the album No Match for Love! Email us your thoughts! mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org Join the Discussion on Facebook Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries | |||||||||||||
| 09 Aug 2018 | Episode 21: The Immeasurable Fruits of Ministry | 00:25:19 | |||||||||||
There is no greater feeling than seeing the fruits of your labor in ministry. But 99% of the time, we don't see how God is working in the hearts of those we serve. This week, Chris & Matt talk about how badly they wish that we could have accurate ministry statistics that would show us for certain how God is rewarding our work. But it doesn't exist, and it's probably for a good reason. For more information about the Dallas Ministry Conference, visit their website! If you would like to attend the Fullness of Truth Conference in San Antonio, sign up now! Thanks to ALOB for letting us use his song, Strong God, from the album No Match for Love! Email us your thoughts! mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org Join the Discussion on Facebook Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries | |||||||||||||
| 16 Aug 2018 | Episode 22: Pride's Place in Ministry | 00:23:17 | |||||||||||
Pride is necessary for leaders of all types, but ministry leaders tend to swing between unnecessary insecurity and excessive pride. This week, Matt & Chris talk about staying true to the ministry leader God has called you to be as well as recognizing your strengths & weaknesses. Because if you try and do ministry alone, you will be stressed, burned out, & lonely. Thanks to ALOB for letting us use his song, Strong God, from the album No Match for Love! Email us your thoughts! mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org Join the Discussion on Facebook Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries | |||||||||||||
| 23 Aug 2018 | Episode 23: Responding to Scandal | 00:29:57 | |||||||||||
Sadly, when someone hears the Catholic Church in the news, they most likely expect to hear about the brokenness and often atrocious acts of those who abuse their power and office. But how do we, the ministry leaders that are working every day to show the love of God, respond when scandal becomes such a large shadow on the the Church? What should we feel? What should we do next? None of the answers are easy, but join Matt & Chris this week in trying to detangle the effects on ourselves and our ministries. Thanks to ALOB for letting us use his song, Strong God, from the album No Match for Love! Email us your thoughts! mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org Join the Discussion on Facebook Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries | |||||||||||||
| 30 Aug 2018 | Episode 24: The Introverted Leader | 00:26:24 | |||||||||||
It's the battle of all time: Introverts vs. Extraverts! Who will win?! How about both? This week, Alyssa Trutter returns with Matt Rice to talk about the beautiful harmony that can be achieved by a ministry built from extraverts & introverts. Don't miss out on this important discussion with insights for YOUR ministry! You can listen to Alyssa every week on the Everyday Catholics podcast! Thanks to ALOB for letting us use his song, Strong God, from the album No Match for Love! Email us your thoughts! mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org Join the Discussion on Facebook Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries | |||||||||||||
| 06 Sep 2018 | Episode 25: Ministry Is Temporary | 00:25:05 | |||||||||||
What happens after the retreat, after the bible study, after the youth night? The faces within your ministry change as they move on to what God has called them to do. But have you prepared them to continue their faith life without your ministry? This week, Chris & Matt discuss how ministries sometimes fail in supporting those they minister, and how we can all improve. Thanks to ALOB for letting us use his song, Strong God, from the album No Match for Love! Email us your thoughts! mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org Join the Discussion on Facebook Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries | |||||||||||||
| 13 Sep 2018 | Episode 26: Asking for Help | 00:22:54 | |||||||||||
Asking for help can be very difficult. Especially if you're supposed to be the leader of your program and/or ministry. But adversity and challenge is how we all grow, and helping others when they ask for help allows us to grow in our own talents and strengths. This week, Chris & Matt tackle the necessary humility in asking for help as ministry leaders and how God can transform us through it. Thanks to ALOB for letting us use his song, Strong God, from the album No Match for Love! Email us your thoughts! mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org Join the Discussion on Facebook Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries | |||||||||||||
| 20 Sep 2018 | Episode 27: The MLA Variety Show! | 00:24:18 | |||||||||||
This week, Matt & Chris try something a bit different. They discuss completely unrelated things in what they've decided is the first MLA Variety Show! This show mostly revolves around the "voluntolds" and Matt's dark sinful alter ego (not really, but he did see Deadpool 2). Thanks to ALOB for letting us use his song, Strong God, from the album No Match for Love! Email us your thoughts! mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org Join the Discussion on Facebook Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries | |||||||||||||
| 27 Sep 2018 | Episode 28: Getting the Church on the Offensive | 00:25:46 | |||||||||||
Too many times, our faith feels like it is constantly on defense. Unless we are in our comfort zone, we fear talking about what Jesus is doing for us out in the world. This week, Chris & Matt discuss the importance of going outside the building and putting our faith on the offensive, showing the love of God outside your parish walls. Thanks to ALOB for letting us use his song, Strong God, from the album No Match for Love! Email us your thoughts! mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org Join the Discussion on Facebook Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries | |||||||||||||
| 04 Oct 2018 | Episode 29: Can You Be Too Silly in Ministry? | 00:25:27 | |||||||||||
Boy, oh boy, does this episode have a lot in store for you! You are about to learn so much about Chris & Matt, at many points you may feel like it's too much. But don't give up! Stick around through all the entertaining stories to learn all about the delicate balance every leader must walk between lively silliness & stoic professionalism. Thanks to ALOB for letting us use his song, Strong God, from the album No Match for Love! Email us your thoughts! mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org Join the Discussion on Facebook Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries | |||||||||||||
| 11 Oct 2018 | Episode 30: Using Your Prophetic Voice | 00:25:13 | |||||||||||
This week, Chris & Matt speak from their own weaknesses and insecurities to bring light into the need for prophetic accountability. We are called as a Church to love & build one another up, even when it is most difficult. But God empowers us by His love and His prophetic voice. Thanks to ALOB for letting us use his song, Strong God, from the album No Match for Love! Email us your thoughts! mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org Join the Discussion on Facebook Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries | |||||||||||||
| 18 Oct 2018 | Episode 31: Programming Is Not Your Savior | 00:26:10 | |||||||||||
Following Matt & Chris' attendance at the Dallas Ministry Conference, they felt it was necessary to talk about the limits of programming in ministry and how we all need to go further when we think about the needs of our ministries. Thanks to ALOB for letting us use his song, Strong God, from the album No Match for Love! Email us your thoughts! mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org Join the Discussion on Facebook Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries | |||||||||||||
| 25 Oct 2018 | Episode 32: Avoid the Millstone | 00:24:56 | |||||||||||
The cost of giving into the fears & insecurities that the evil one puts on us are grave. This week, Matt & Chris talk about how we "avoid the millstone." How do we position ourselves to act when God calls us to act in our lives & ministries. Thanks to ALOB for letting us use his song, Strong God, from the album No Match for Love! Email us your thoughts! mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org Join the Discussion on Facebook Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries | |||||||||||||
| 01 Nov 2018 | Episode 33: Marketing Your Ministry Effectively | 00:24:35 | |||||||||||
PUMP UP THE JAM! PUMP IT UP! That's right! Every single person that listens to this episode and reads these show notes will get a free iPad Pro and $20,000 dollars! Now, if we were to tell you that actually that's not true and instead we will pray a rosary, you might feel a bit deceived. Marketing your ministry is not about tricking people into attending your events. It's about showing people the fullness of life that God calls us all to live. Thanks to ALOB for letting us use his song, Strong God, from the album No Match for Love! Email us your thoughts! mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org Join the Discussion on Facebook Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries | |||||||||||||
| 08 Nov 2018 | Episode 34: Death to Fundraising | 00:29:28 | |||||||||||
That's right. Put away your cookies & baked goods. Get those spaghetti noodles away from that sauce. Chris & Matt are here to tell you about the death of fundraising, but also introduce you to fundraising much more effective child, supportraising! How would your ministry change if you were able to communicate your vision to benefactors who could directly enable it? This week, we talk about the importance of of dreaming big because our God is abundant. Thanks to ALOB for letting us use his song, Strong God, from the album No Match for Love! Email us your thoughts! mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org Join the Discussion on Facebook Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries | |||||||||||||
| 15 Nov 2018 | Episode 35: Making Your Parish a Disciple with Marcel LeJeune | 00:28:55 | |||||||||||
Could you pick out the disciple in a line up of Catholics? Well Marcel LeJeune joins Matt & Chris this week to talk about the objective & subjective signs of discipleship on a parish-level as well as practical strategies to creating powerful disciples in the leadership of your community. Marcel is the president & founder of Catholic Missionary Disciples. He is the author of three books and has contributed to several others. His articles have been published in many national Catholic magazines, newspapers, and websites. He is a regular guest on EWTN radio and Relevant Radio. He has also been featured on EWTN Television. His book, "Cleansed: A Catholic Guide to Freedom From Porn" was a 1st place winner in the Catholic Press Association's book awards. Thanks to ALOB for letting us use his song, Strong God, from the album No Match for Love! Email us your thoughts! mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org Join the Discussion on Facebook Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries | |||||||||||||
| 22 Nov 2018 | Episode 36: Prepare Yourself For The Right Job | 00:28:18 | |||||||||||
Are you looking for a fresh start in 2019? Maybe you're looking for your first ministry job? This week, Matt & Chris dive even deeper into what to look for when looking for a job in ministry and how to set yourself up for success right from the beginning. Thanks to ALOB for letting us use his song, Strong God, from the album No Match for Love! Email us your thoughts! mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org Join the Discussion on Facebook Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries | |||||||||||||
| 29 Nov 2018 | Episode 37: Impact Architecture with Jason Deuterman | 00:33:41 | |||||||||||
What is the purpose & mission of your parish or community? Is there a specific way that your parish is working towards being better Christians? These are the bricks of impact architecture, and Jason Deuterman joins Matt & Chris to discuss how our parishes are demanded by God to be better. Jason is the Director of Youth, Young Adult, and Campus Ministries in the Diocese of Dallas and can be reached at jdeuterman@cathdal.org Thanks to ALOB for letting us use his song, Strong God, from the album No Match for Love! Email us your thoughts! mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org Join the Discussion on Facebook Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries | |||||||||||||
| 06 Dec 2018 | Episode 38: Don't Break Yourself This Holiday Break | 00:25:38 | |||||||||||
How can you invest in yourself and support your ministry during the holidays? That's what Chris & Matt tackle on this episode of Ministry Leaders Anonymous. Obviously Advent & Christmas are high points in the Christian calendar, but sometimes we don't give it our proper attention because there's so many other things we must get done. Take the time, and take care of yourself & your volunteers this winter. Thanks to ALOB for letting us use his song, Strong God, from the album No Match for Love! Email us your thoughts! mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org Join the Discussion on Facebook Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries | |||||||||||||
| 13 Dec 2018 | Episode 39: Being a Witness to Young People with Dan Driver | 00:25:41 | |||||||||||
The world has become increasingly isolated even while technology connect us. Nowhere is this more true than in the lives of young people. This week, Matt has brought on Dan Driver from NET Ministries to talk about the crucial need for adults in every parish to connect with young people and potentially save their lives. If you would like to reach Dan Driver, then you can email him here. Learn more about NET Ministries at netusa.org Thanks to ALOB for letting us use his song, Strong God, from the album No Match for Love! Email us your thoughts! mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org Join the Discussion on Facebook Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries | |||||||||||||
| 20 Dec 2018 | Episode 40: Time is Money | 00:31:32 | |||||||||||
Compensation in ministry. Are we fairly compensated for what we do, what are our values, how did we get to where we are, and how can we fix it?Join in the discussion as Chris and Matt dive into the importance of parishes having a budget baseline for their programs. Project YM "Catholic Youth Ministry Salary Survey": https://projectym.com/catholic-youth-ministry-salary-survey/
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| 03 Jan 2019 | Episode 41: I can do anything better than you...wait no I can't | 00:24:32 | |||||||||||
In this week's episode Matt and Chris talk about the importance of strength focused leadership! God did not make you a jack or Jill of all trades, He made us fiercely unique and there is something that you can do that no one else can! Listen in and find out the importance of finding your strengths! Living Your Strengths by Albert Winseman: https://www.amazon.com/Living-Your-Strengths-God-Given-Community/dp/1595620028/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1545345528&sr=8-1&keywords=living+your+strengths Gallup Strengths Finder: https://www.gallupstrengthscenter.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@ablazeyouth.org (mailto:mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org) Support MLA on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mlapodcast/) Follow MLA on Twitter (https://twitter.com/mlapodcast) Join the Discussion on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/mlapodcast/) Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries (ablazeyouth.org) | |||||||||||||
| 17 Jan 2019 | Episode 42: Breaking Through the Noise | 00:29:13 | |||||||||||
It is important to be able to reach the youth where they are, and in today's culture that place is on the internet. Listen this week as Chris talks with Anthony Gerhart, Director of Communication and Media at the Pines Catholic Camp, to find out how he became a digital missionary. Also listen in to discover why it is so important to be a positive digital presence for our youth.
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| 24 Jan 2019 | Episode 43: Try, Try again | 00:24:42 | |||||||||||
Having a consistent prayer life is a must as a ministry leader (both for your own personal relationship with Christ and to be an effective leader) but we all mess up sometimes. Listen in this week as Matt talks about his drought of prayer over the Christmas break and how to plan better for the next holiday coming up. 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@ablazeyouth.org (mailto:mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org) Support MLA on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mlapodcast/) Follow MLA on Twitter (https://twitter.com/mlapodcast) Join the Discussion on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/mlapodcast/) Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries (ablazeyouth.org) | |||||||||||||
| 31 Jan 2019 | Episode 44: Escaping the Stress | 00:28:40 | |||||||||||
Everyone has an escape route when they get stressed out. Listen this week as Chris and Matt discuss there vices when they get stressed out. How do you cope with stress? 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@ablazeyouth.org (mailto:mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org) Support MLA on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mlapodcast/) Follow MLA on Twitter (https://twitter.com/mlapodcast) Join the Discussion on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/mlapodcast/) Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries (ablazeyouth.org) | |||||||||||||
| 07 Feb 2019 | Episode 45: Healing amidst Church Abuse with Allen Hebert | 00:31:31 | |||||||||||
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| 14 Feb 2019 | Episode 46: Looking to Improve | 00:24:57 | |||||||||||
We all have areas that we need to seek to improve. It is important to review the work that has been in the past so that you can learn for the future. In this week's episode Matt and Chris talk about their experiences when reviewing MLA's content from past 10 months. But we need your help to improve this podcast! Please join in the conversation and let us know how you think we can improve. Who should be a guest host? What topic do you want to hear about next? 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@ablazeyouth.org (mailto:mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org) Support MLA on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mlapodcast/) Follow MLA on Twitter (https://twitter.com/mlapodcast) Join the Discussion on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/mlapodcast/) Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries (ablazeyouth.org) | |||||||||||||
| 21 Feb 2019 | Episode 47: The Graces of Confirmation with Bart Schuchts | 00:35:24 | |||||||||||
Did you know that through the sacrament of confirmation that we receive the SAME graces that the apostles received when the Holy Spirit came down on them on Pentacost?! This week guest host Bart Schuchts shares some incredible things that every Catholic should know before gettin confirmed! A big thank you to Bart for coming on to the show! JPII Healing Center: https://jpiihealingcenter.org/ 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@ablazeyouth.org (mailto:mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org) | |||||||||||||
| 28 Feb 2019 | Episode 48: Sacramental Prep is Dying | 00:27:39 | |||||||||||
Sacramental Prep is dying in the Catholic Church but what are we doing to try and save it? Last week Bart Schuchts shared with us how the Holy Spirit gives us the same graces that the apostles received at Pentacost. If we receive such BEAUTIFUL graces why is it something that is so often just a "checked box" moment for so many of our youth. Join in on this week's conversation as Matt and Chris dive into the problems with sacramental prep.
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@ablazeyouth.org (mailto:mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org) | |||||||||||||
| 07 Mar 2019 | Episode 49: Ministering Through the Sad Times | 00:18:43 | |||||||||||
We all experience phases in our life when either sad experiences surround us personally or someone near us. But as ministry leaders we need to find a way to minister through these times, whether that be asking for prayers in the community or delegating some of your tasks. Listen this week as Matt and Chris discuss the role of sadness in ministry. 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@ablazeyouth.org (mailto:mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org) | |||||||||||||
| 14 Mar 2019 | Episode 50: Variety Show Part 2! | 00:25:51 | |||||||||||
Here we go with another variety show! This week Chris and Matt brave a list of topics from consistency, routine, the need for bringing in outside speakers to your youth night, and more! Listen in to understand Chris' and Matt's brains a little better! 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@ablazeyouth.org (mailto:mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org) | |||||||||||||
| 21 Mar 2019 | Episode 51: Conflict: Awkward, Uncomfy, but Necessary | 00:29:11 | |||||||||||
Are we avoiding conflict? Uhhhh yes. Also did we title this video using the word uncomfy just to make you uncomfy...absolutely. As difficult and awkward as it is being confrontational when conflict arises, the situation will be better on the other side. Email us your thoughts! mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org (mailto:mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org) Join the Discussion on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/mlapodcast/)
Guest Host: Alyssa Trutter
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| 28 Mar 2019 | Episode 52: LGBTQ+ and the Catholic Church: Striving to Break the Silence | 00:28:21 | |||||||||||
This week Matt and Chris dive into an important conversation regarding the Church in today's world, navigating the tough topic of LGBTQ. We often wrestle with how to work with people who identify with these life styles but even more often is this community not able to find a place in the Church.
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@ablazeyouth.org (mailto:mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org)
Join the Discussion on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/mlapodcast/)
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| 04 Apr 2019 | Episode 53: Mission Impossible | 00:27:39 | |||||||||||
What do we do when we suspect that ministry is not possible. Even the best ministry leader may be damaged by a situation because of the toxicity of their surroundings. In ministry there are certain things that you need in order to be successful that not everyone receives. But what is the difference between needing to get out of ministry or getting out of a parish?
Email us your thoughts! mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org (mailto:mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org) Join the Discussion on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/mlapodcast/)
Hosts: Chris Bartlett and Matthew Rice | |||||||||||||
| 11 Apr 2019 | Episode 54: Self Advocacy with Chris Wesley | 00:31:32 | |||||||||||
Chris Wesley of MarathonYouthMinistry.com joins Matt to talk about sticking up for yourself. They explore how to say yes when you need to and no when you really need to....oh…and also how to get a raise. 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@ablazeyouth.org (mailto:mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org) Hosts: Chris Bartlett and Matthew Rice | |||||||||||||
| 18 Apr 2019 | Episode 55: The Holy Spirit with Alob | 00:31:59 | |||||||||||
We have all learned the power of the Holy Spirit from the stories of Scripture and our great Saints, yet we still rely on our own power way too often in our ministries. Andrew Laubacher(Alob) joins us this week to talk about how our ministries can completely transform people's lives if we rely on the Holy Spirit. 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@ablazeyouth.org (mailto:mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org) Guest Host: Andrew Laubacher(Alob) | |||||||||||||
| 02 May 2019 | Episode 56: Political Mess | 00:23:27 | |||||||||||
Politics are difficult and divisive. How do we as ministers navigate these waters personally, with our volunteers and those to whom we minister?
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)!
Hosts: Chris Bartlett and Matthew Rice | |||||||||||||
| 09 May 2019 | Episode 57: Studies show that.... | 00:27:13 | |||||||||||
The guys talk about a study done by Harvard sharing that people raised in homes of faith turn out to be better people. This gives parents a plethora of reasons to make faith a priority in the lives of their families. 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@ablazeyouth.org (mailto:mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org) Hosts: Chris Bartlett and Matthew Rice
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| 16 May 2019 | Episode 58: Fitness in Ministry | 00:29:18 | |||||||||||
Everyone wanted to respond to Endgame in podcast land….so the guys did…but not in the way you think. Somehow they connected this historic movie event to people in ministry taking care of themselves physically. Tune in to see how they do it.
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@ablazeyouth.org (mailto:mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org)
Hosts: Chris Bartlett and Matthew Rice | |||||||||||||
| 23 May 2019 | Episode 59: Praying with other Christians | 00:29:00 | |||||||||||
As Catholic leaders, should we be praying with other Christians? Privately? Publicly? But what about the backlash? And if we should, what would be the best practices. Tune in as Chris and Matt discuss the possibilities. Check out more on the One Hope Movement in the Bryan/College Station Area: https://onehopemovement.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@ablazeyouth.org (mailto:mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org)
Hosts: Chris Bartlett and Matthew Rice | |||||||||||||
| 30 May 2019 | Episode 60: Use of Space | 00:32:44 | |||||||||||
The use of the spaces in our Church buildings is often a point of stress or contention. How can we rethink the use of these spaces in order to work better as a ministry team, serve the community better and reach new people. 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@ablazeyouth.org (mailto:mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org) Hosts: Chris Bartlett and Matthew Rice | |||||||||||||
| 06 Jun 2019 | Episode 61: Story Time with Uncle Chris | 00:23:21 | |||||||||||
With busy summer schedules, the guys couldn’t find a time to record together, so Chris goes solo on this week’s episode. He shares three hilarious stories that tie in to different aspects of ministry. Tune in to get to know one of the top two hosts of MLA better, be encouraged in your ministry & in a meta way, see a great example of using personal stories in ministry. 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@ablazeyouth.org (mailto:mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org)
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| 13 Jun 2019 | Episode 62: LGBTQ+ Follow Up | 00:30:28 | |||||||||||
A few episodes ago, Matt & Chris discussed the difficult topic of those who identify as LGBTQ serving in ministry. This episode serves as a follow up to that conversation. And this time, they have help. A young man who identifies as gay and is a practicing Catholic joins the discussion to share his unique insight into the issue.
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| 20 Jun 2019 | Episode 63: Returning from break | 00:28:21 | |||||||||||
All ministries have a season where things relax. As ministers, we all deal with the return to the regular schedule differently. Chris and Matt discuss how to approach these times, dream bigger in the slow times and how to see these reboots as an opportunity for God to do something new. 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@ablazeyouth.org (mailto:mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org)
Support MLA on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mlapodcast/)
Hosts: Chris Bartlett and Matt Rice | |||||||||||||
| 27 Jun 2019 | Episode 64: Cafeteria Catholic | 00:28:49 | |||||||||||
This term gets tossed around frequently, but what does it actually mean? Aren't we all picking and choosing which parts of the Gospel to follow in some way? Matt and Chris dive into these questions and also suggest helpful tips on speaking with those who typically get labeled Cafeteria Catholics and how to invite them in to the full banquet the Church has to offer.
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@ablazeyouth.org (mailto:mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org) Support MLA on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mlapodcast/) Follow MLA on Twitter (https://twitter.com/mlapodcast) Hosts: Chris Bartlett and Matt Rice | |||||||||||||
| 04 Jul 2019 | Episode 65: Stressed Out | 00:27:48 | |||||||||||
No one ever gets stressed in ministry right? Uhhh.....about that. We all do! Chris and Matt discuss how we get stressed, ways to avoid it, and what to do when it inevitably hits us. 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@ablazeyouth.org (mailto:mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org) Support MLA on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mlapodcast/) Hosts: Chris Bartlett and Matt Rice | |||||||||||||
| 11 Jul 2019 | Episode 66: Conference Dissonance | 00:27:28 | |||||||||||
What happens when you bring your ministry to an event and it wasn't quite what you were hoping it would be. Maybe it went too deep. Maybe it was too surface level. Matt and Chris discuss what to do when you find yourself in these situations and how to approach them in the future.
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@ablazeyouth.org (mailto:mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org) Support MLA on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mlapodcast/) Hosts: Chris Bartlett and Matt Rice | |||||||||||||
| 18 Jul 2019 | Episode 67: Remember Your Why | 00:28:20 | |||||||||||
Matt and Chris share the stories of why they got into ministry, how that “why” has changed over the years and how recalling our “why” can greatly assist our ministry.
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| 25 Jul 2019 | Episode 68: The Spouse of a Ministry Leader | 00:28:42 | |||||||||||
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| 01 Aug 2019 | Episode 69: Navigating Frustrating Church Policies | 00:26:03 | |||||||||||
We’ve all been there...It can so often feel like policies are set in place to appease lawyers and not conducive to the type of ministry Jesus did and calls us to do. But instead of finding ways around the policies, how can we advocate for good policies that both protect everyone involved and set up success for our ministry.
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| 08 Aug 2019 | Episode 70: Overcommitted | 00:26:22 | |||||||||||
Matt is overcommitted and Chris wants to help him and all other ministry leaders who find themselves in times where they feel like they are “drowning” in the midst of everything going on. The guys talk about ways to avoid becoming overcommitted, how to deal with those seasons and how to keep our eyes on Christ in the midst of the storm.
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)! | |||||||||||||
| 15 Aug 2019 | Episode 71: Volunteer Recruiting | 00:31:29 | |||||||||||
Let’s admit it, we’ve all made mistakes in recruiting volunteers for our ministries. Whether it’s thinking we can do it on our own, not making a good appeal or not setting them up for success, Matt and Chris discuss the pitfalls that lead to not having enough good people to aid in your mission. 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@ablazeyouth.org (mailto:mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org) | |||||||||||||
| 22 Aug 2019 | Episode 72: Volunteer Retention | 00:32:19 | |||||||||||
Last week, the guys talked about how to great recruit volunteers. This week focuses on how not to lose them. Matt and Chris share their years of expertise, both wins and failures, to guide you in practical ways you can make your volunteers feel welcome, encouraged and part of something great.
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@ablazeyouth.org (mailto:mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org) | |||||||||||||
| 30 Aug 2019 | Episode 73: Oversharing | 00:31:52 | |||||||||||
We often find ourselves in ministry settings where raw emotion comes to the forefront. Matt and Chris talk about the importance of these moments, but also how they can lead to people oversharing. They share what this means, tactics to help avoid these situations and what to do when it inevitably happens.
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@ablazeyouth.org (mailto:mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org) | |||||||||||||
| 05 Sep 2019 | Episode 74: Surrender with Guest Host Jim Beckman | 00:29:15 | |||||||||||
One of the most renowned ministry leaders in the nation joins the show to respond to some of the recent crises among ministry leaders. The conversation revolves around some of the most basic truths that we all teach every week but often forget in our own personal lives. Jim gives an impassioned plea to remember that God truly loves each of us and to reach out for help in the areas we need it most.
Pray the Novena of Surrender to the Will of God here: https://www.catholicdoors.com/prayers/novenas/p03530.htm 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)! | |||||||||||||
| 12 Sep 2019 | Episode 75: Traits of a Ministry Leader | 00:29:44 | |||||||||||
Matt and Chris use this episode to discuss the most important traits a ministry leader needs to have. As the fall semester is ramping up, let's return to these foundational traits we need to make sure we are growing in especially in the midst of the hustle and bustle. 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)! | |||||||||||||
| 19 Sep 2019 | Episode 76: Dealing with Desolation | 00:30:32 | |||||||||||
All ministry leaders deal with difficult times in ministry. Whether personal struggles, the work of ministry being difficult due to a large workload or other things out of your control, we can find our passion waning. Matt and Chris discuss the inevitability of these seasons, how to navigate them and find ways to find a way out of the tough times. 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)! | |||||||||||||
| 26 Sep 2019 | Episode 77: Make Ministry Fun Again | 00:28:37 | |||||||||||
Taylor Schroll threw a coup, overtook Chris with brute strength and mettle and took over cohosting duties this week. He and Matt discuss bringing fun and the joy of the Gospel into our ministries. Taylor yells. Matt laughs. You will probably do both. Tune in!
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)! | |||||||||||||
| 03 Oct 2019 | Episode 78: Collaboration | 00:28:47 | |||||||||||
So often, we get focused in so much on our own ministry that we all put ourselves in silos. Michael Marchand from Project YM joins the guys to talk about how collaboration is not only better for building the kingdom, but better for us as ministry leaders 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)! | |||||||||||||
| 10 Oct 2019 | Episode 79: First Year In Ministry | 00:29:12 | |||||||||||
The first year of ministry is quite often a whirlwind. Whether you find yourself in your first year or are supervising/working with someone in their first year, Sarah Lessmann joins the guys to share how to thrive in that first year and assist others to do the same 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)!  | |||||||||||||
| 17 Oct 2019 | Episode 80: Live from the Dallas Ministry Conference | 00:50:05 | |||||||||||
Matt and Chris recorded in front of a live audience during one of their breakout sessions at the conference. They answer questions from the audience on how to handle some of the most difficult situations in ministry. | |||||||||||||
| 24 Oct 2019 | Episode 81: I'm Uncomfortable | 00:24:51 | |||||||||||
This week, Matt and Chris talk about how growth in ministry takes stepping out and doing something out of our comfort zone. They discuss some of the risks they have taken, how they’ve worked and what they’ve learned when it hasn’t worked out. “In order to encounter the Comforter, we have to be uncomfortable.” Chris
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)! | |||||||||||||
| 31 Oct 2019 | Episode 82: Testimonies | 00:28:26 | |||||||||||
The guys share how to utilize story and personal testimony to evangelize and as an integral piece of catechesis. They share the why, what and how so that testimonies can make a huge impact in your ministry. 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)! | |||||||||||||
| 08 Nov 2019 | Episode 83: Drawn In | 00:30:55 | |||||||||||
This week, Chris and Matt discuss the pros and cons of using marketing techniques to draw people into our ministries. Should we use them? If so, what do we need to avoid? 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)! | |||||||||||||
| 15 Nov 2019 | Episode 84: The Genius of Female Leaders | 00:27:54 | |||||||||||
Chris sits down with his wife to discuss how awesome she is :) They chat about the great qualities, insights and traits that female ministry leaders bring to the table. Kendra shares her experience of working alongside Chris in youth ministry and starting her own women’s ministry. | |||||||||||||
| 25 Nov 2019 | Episode 85: The Meh Commission | 00:32:42 | |||||||||||
We as Church have been given the Great Commission to go and make disciples of all nations, yet too often we settle for the “meh” commission. Chris shares how to move from “meh” to mission and Matt goes on a lot of tangents. Happy Thanksgiving from the MLA team!
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| 29 Nov 2019 | Episode 86: Working Remotely | 00:29:04 | |||||||||||
Matt and Chris recently read “Remote: Office Not Required” by David Heinemeier Hansson and Jason Fried. They discuss how working remotely can be beneficial for both ministry leaders and parishes. They discuss the pros of working remotely as well as some of the cons and how to lessen their effects. All work for this episode was done remotely. 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@ablazeyouth.org (mailto:mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org)Support MLA on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mlapodcast/)Follow MLA on Twitter (https://twitter.com/mlapodcast)Join the Discussion on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/mlapodcast/)Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries (ablazeyouth.org)Hosts: Chris Bartlett and Matt RiceProducer: Allison HoldridgeEditor: Taylor Schroll “Remote: Office Not Required” by David Heinemeier Hansson and Jason Fried | |||||||||||||
| 05 Dec 2019 | Episode 87: Confirmation (No)Prep | 00:22:58 | |||||||||||
Already missing the arguing at the Thanksgiving dinner table? Have no fear, Chris and Matt are here to argue about how we do Confirmation prep. They share their thoughts on the constant debate of how to form people for the Sacraments well when many don’t want to be there. Tune in to hear their positions and weigh in on the discussion in our Facebook Group! | |||||||||||||
| 12 Dec 2019 | Episode 88: Rethinking the Role of the Parish | 00:32:56 | |||||||||||
The guys take a look at how our parishes have operated for decades and how we could shift the way we do things to be, as Pope Francis says, among the people. Our parishes are extremely vital for our sacramental lives, but not every evangelistic effort needs to be at or be directed by the parish. How can our parishes be places of vibrant and growing faith that send people out to evangelize our communities? Tune in for the discussion. 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@ablazeyouth.org (mailto:mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org) Support MLA on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mlapodcast/) Follow MLA on Twitter (https://twitter.com/mlapodcast) Join the Discussion on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/mlapodcast/)
Ministry Leaders Anonymous is a production of Ablaze Ministries (ablazeyouth.org) Hosts: Chris Bartlett and Matt Rice
Producer/Editor: Taylor Schroll | |||||||||||||
| 19 Dec 2019 | Episode 89: Leading in the Peripheries | 00:28:15 | |||||||||||
In response to a recent article from Aleteia(https://aleteia.org/2019/12/08/poor-leaving-church-en-masse-says-researcher/), Matt and Chris discuss how we may be underserving low income communities. Are the poor leaving the Church or is the Church leaving the poor? Tune in for the discussion on how we can take off our blinders and not lose sight of "the least among us." 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@ablazeyouth.org (mailto:mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org) Support MLA on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mlapodcast/) Follow MLA on Twitter (https://twitter.com/mlapodcast) 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 | |||||||||||||
| 09 Jan 2020 | Episode 90: You Made It Personal | 00:28:34 | |||||||||||
When the President is away, the kids will play...Matt is out of town so Chris upgrades producer Taylor to co-host Taylor and they have some fun talking about accompaniment in ministry. Taylor shares a pretty wild story, but he promises he's still a good Catholic boi. 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@ablazeyouth.org (mailto:mlapodcast@ablazeyouth.org) Support MLA on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mlapodcast/) Follow MLA on Twitter (https://twitter.com/mlapodcast) 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 Taylor Schroll
Producer/Editor: Taylor Schroll | |||||||||||||
| 16 Jan 2020 | Episode 91: Transforming Parish Culture | 00:32:37 | |||||||||||
What is a parish culture? How do we shift it more towards the heart of Christ? Tim Glemkowski, author of "Made For Mission: Renewing Your Parish Culture," joins the show to answer. "Made For Mission: Renewing Your Parish Culture"(https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07YF9N5CF/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1) 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) Support MLA on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mlapodcast/) 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 | |||||||||||||
| 23 Jan 2020 | Episode 92: Deep Work | 00:26:43 | |||||||||||
Ministry leaders are always inundated with things to do, emails to respond to and meetings to attend. We can feel overwhelmed with everything we have to do and those seem to be the days more and more distractions come our way. This week, Matt and Chris share about the concept of Deep Work they've been reading about and apply the lessons from the book to help us accomplish the big things we need to get done. “Burnout sometimes happens when people get overwhelmed but getting overwhelmed sometimes happens when we don’t schedule deep work.” Chris Bartlett. "Deep Work" by Cal Newport. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00X47ZVXM/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1 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)
Support MLA on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mlapodcast/)
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 | |||||||||||||
| 30 Jan 2020 | Episode 93: Worry | 00:27:35 | |||||||||||
This week's show starts off with an absolute bang! Matt reveals something he instantly regrets and you will have the audio to prove it! This leads to a discussion about worry in ministry. Is it always a bad thing? If so, how do we avoid it. Can it sometimes be helpful? If so, when? | |||||||||||||
| 07 Feb 2020 | Episode 94: Life in the Spirit | 00:30:37 | |||||||||||
Jil Miller joins the guys to talk about Life the Spirit and the charismatic movement. Don't worry, everyone doesn't go crazy and faint. It's a measured and matter of fact conversation about growing in our understanding of the Holy Spirit and his role in our personal lives/ministries. Whether you've heard great or strange things about the charismatic renewal, tune in to grow in your relationship with the 3rd person of the Trinity. Sign up for Thrive Con now! This is a digital youth ministers conference that fits your busy schedule. Feb 27th 1-4pm EST. More info and register at https://thrivecon.com/thrivecon-2020.
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) Support MLA on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mlapodcast/)
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 | |||||||||||||
| 13 Feb 2020 | Episode 95: Becoming a Parent's Ally | 00:33:00 | |||||||||||
Crystal Marchand of Project YM joins the guys to share insight on how to become an ally with parents of the students we serve. So many of us know how important parents are in the faith lives of our young people but aren't sure how to fit it in with everything else going on. Crystal shares some practical tips on how we can maximize the relationships we have with parents. She also shares more about the upcoming Thrive Con, a free online youth ministry training conference.
Sign up for Thrive Con now! This is a digital youth ministers conference that fits your busy schedule. Feb 27th 1-4pm EST. More info and register at https://thrivecon.com/thrivecon-2020.
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)
Support MLA on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mlapodcast/)
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 | |||||||||||||
| 21 Feb 2020 | Episode 96: Spirituality in Mental Health w/Roy Petitfils | 00:34:19 | |||||||||||
Roy Petitfils is an internationally recognized expert in understanding and raising teenagers. He is a therapist at Pax Renewal Center in Lafayette, Louisiana and holds a Masters in Mental Health and School Counseling from the University of Louisiana, Lafayette. This week, he joins the guys to discuss the importance of mental help for ministry leaders and how we can better provide for the mental health of those we have been entrusted with. Roy Petitfils 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)
Support MLA on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mlapodcast/)
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) | |||||||||||||
| 07 Mar 2020 | Episode 97: The Hope of Gen Z | 00:29:42 | |||||||||||
To finish out our interviews around Thrive Con, conference speaker Brock Morgan joins the guys to discuss what he was learned in his ministry with Gen Z. The conversation centers primary on the topics of how to guide today's young people through suffering & finding peace. Brock has great insights into how we can all lead our young people closer to Christ and lead more fulfilling lives. For more from Brock, check out his website (BrockMorgan.com) and his new book for teens, "Beautiful Rebellion." (https://theyouthcartel.com/product/beautiful-rebellion/) 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)
Support MLA on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mlapodcast/)
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) | |||||||||||||
| 13 Mar 2020 | Episode 98: Coronavirus & the Domestic Church | 00:20:08 | |||||||||||
The coronavirus is sweeping through the world and is currently changing so much about our lives, including our ministries. With major companies and dioceses postponing major events and Masses, we as ministry leaders can be unsure how to respond. Chris and Matt process the response to the virus and work through suggestions for what to do in the midst of the situation.
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)
Support MLA on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mlapodcast/)
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) | |||||||||||||
| 19 Mar 2020 | Episode 99: Welcoming & Supporting New Catholics | 00:31:39 | |||||||||||
Shaun McAfee, author of the great new book "I'm Catholic, Now What" joins the show to discuss how we can welcome and support new Catholics. The stats are staggering for how few people are still practicing Catholics a year after they are welcomed to the Church through RCIA. On the other hand, we have a great group of converts doing so much for the Church. How can we best equip people to live the fullness of the faith well into their Catholic lives. This book isn't just for new Catholics either. It's a great resource for all of us that ministry leaders can use time and time again in ministry. 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)
Support MLA on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mlapodcast/)
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) | |||||||||||||
| 28 Mar 2020 | Episode 100: COVID Fallout | 00:38:03 | |||||||||||
COVID-19 has effected the entire world and the Church and it's ministry leaders are feeling the effects deeply. Many have lost their jobs, had pay cut and don't have access to the people they are called to serve. How do we as ministry leaders respond in an unprecedented time like this? Matt and Chris are joined by Michael Marchand of Project YM to navigate through the hurt and feelings of loss, share ideas on how we can shift our mindset and a few ideas on what we can do to continue to serve the people in our care. More info on Project YM Live here(https://projectym.com/live/) 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)
Support MLA on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/mlapodcast/)
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) | |||||||||||||