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Episode #236 "Falling in Love with Jesus"--Edmund Mitchell, Founder, Zealous Parish Ministers
Season 23 Episode 236
In this episode of the Say Yes to Holiness podcast, Christina Semmens sits down with Edmund Mitchell, Founder of Zealous Parish Ministries and have a conversation about Edmund's journey from being a cradle Catholic to becoming a passionate parish minister. They discuss the importance of evangelization within the parish, the mission of the parish to save souls, and the transition from maintenance to mission-oriented churches.
This conversation was especially near and dear to my heart due to my work at The Catholic Leadership Puzzle, so was excited to give Edmund a chance to introduce his new initiative, Zealous Parish Ministers, aimed at supporting parish ministers in their roles. Edmund also emphasized the need for continuous formation and skill development in ministry. The conversation highlights the significance of vision casting and various roles a parish minister must embody to effectively lead their community.
Takeaways
- Edmund's journey reflects a deep love for Jesus and evangelization.
- Parishes are crucial for local evangelization efforts.
- The mission of the parish is to invite all souls into God's family.
- Transitioning from maintenance to mission is essential for parish vitality.
- Zealous Parish Ministers aims to support parish staff in their roles.
- Continuous formation is vital for parish ministers' effectiveness.
- Understanding the three roles of a parish minister enhances ministry impact.
- Vision casting is a key discipline for effective leadership.
- The parish boundary includes all souls, not just registered members.
- Resources like 'The Advantage' can help parish ministers develop essential skills.
Sound Bites
- "Parishes can't be just maintenance."
- "We need to help parish ministers thrive."
- "Zeal for my house will consume me."
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Evangelization and Parish Ministry
03:01 Edmund's Journey: From Cradle Catholic to Parish Minister
06:00 The Role of the Parish in Evangelization
09:02 Defining the Mission of the Parish
11:57 Transitioning from Maintenance to Mission
15:00 Launching Zealous Parish Ministers
17:56 The Importance of Continuous Formation
20:48 Skills for Effective Parish Ministry
24:11 The Three Roles of a Parish Minister
26:52 Vision Casting and Its Importance
30:02 Conclusion and Resources for Parish Ministers
For more information about Edmund and Zealous Parish Ministers, go to: https://edmundmitchell.com/
and https://www.zealousparishministers.co/
Published on 8 months, 3 weeks ago