Huntley Leadership Podcast

Frustrated by church meetings that waste time and go nowhere? Listen to this podcast. Get Road to Renewal: https://glnk.app/go/NVe_rIO7sLzF ___ In this episode, Ron Huntley explains why many parish meetings fail—and how leaders can fix them by building a clear meeting structure that develops people and strengthens mission. Drawing from real coaching conversations with parish leaders, Ron walks through the four key meeting platforms that help healthy churches multiply leadership and maintain alignment: • Leadership team meetings • One-on-one meetings • Team meetings • All-staff meetings When these meetings are structured well, they build prayer, trust, clarity, and accountability across the parish. But when meetings lack purpose, they waste time, frustrate staff, and stall renewal. If you want your parish to grow in leadership and fruitfulness, your meeting structure matters more than you think. In this episode, you’ll learn: • Why most parish meetings fail • The difference between leadership meetings and team meetings • How one-on-one meetings prevent leadership bottlenecks • What all-staff meetings should actually accomplish • Why administrative teams are critical for healthy ministry • How leadership teams maintain alignment and vision • Why great meetings multiply leaders and strengthen mission Resources mentioned: Road to Renewal: https://glnk.app/go/NVe_rIO7sLzF If this conversation helped you, consider sharing it with a pastor or parish leader who wants to see renewal in their church. ___ You can also listen to the podcast weekly on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Listen on Spotify ⇥ https://spoti.fi/3PYXGa6 Listen on Apple ⇥ https://apple.co/3vjltcS Subscribe on YouTube ⇥ @huntleyleadership ___ Work with Huntley Leadership! Contact us to inquire about coaching or speaking ⇥ https://www.huntleyleadership.com/contact-us Visit our course website ⇥ https://courses.huntleyleadership.com ___ Connect with Huntley Leadership! Connect on LinkedIn ⇥ / huntleyleadership Follow on Twitter ⇥ / ron_huntley Follow on Instagram ⇥ / huntleyleadership Follow on Facebook ⇥ / huntleyleadership Subscribe to this YouTube channel ⇥ @huntleyleadership

Frustrated that your parish is strong in one area but weak where it matters most? Listen to this podcast. Take the free Parish Missional Health Assessment: https://dpc4olay0gt.typeform.com/MissionalHealth In this episode, Ron Huntley explains the problem of lopsided parishes—churches that are strong in certain areas (like discipleship or ministry) but weak in others (like evangelization, fellowship, administration, or support). The result is predictable: burnout, stagnation, low invitation, and fewer stories of transformation. Ron walks through the framework behind the Parish Missional Health Assessment (PMHA) so you can identify what’s missing and why your parish may feel stuck. In this episode, you’ll learn: - The 5 systems of parish life: worship, ministry, fellowship, evangelization, discipleship - The 2 foundations that sustain mission: administration and supporting key people - The 4 missional skills that accelerate growth: invitation, quality, leadership culture, vision - Why “more teaching” doesn’t automatically produce evangelization - Why weak support systems create burnout and constant volunteer turnover - How poor administration quietly blocks engagement and leadership development - Why quality matters if you want people to invite their friends - How vision unifies a parish and turns activity into stories ___ Links & resources: Parish Missional Health Assessment (PMHA): https://dpc4olay0gt.typeform.com/MissionalHealth Road to Renewal: https://glnk.app/go/NVe_rIO7sLzF Contact Ron: ron@huntleyleadership.com

Worried renewal means copying another parish’s style? Listen to this podcast. Get Road to Renewal: https://glnk.app/go/NVe_rIO7sLzF In this episode, Ron Huntley is joined by Melissa Wilkinson, host of the Rebuilt Podcast, to talk about what she’s learned after interviewing leaders across the parish renewal space. Melissa shares the patterns she sees in parishes that are truly moving. From building a leadership team and layers of leaders, to the powerful link between message series + small groups, to the non-negotiable role of prayer in leaders who last. You’ll also hear why Rebuilt coaching is not about making parishes copy Nativity, it’s about helping each parish become the best version of itself in its own community. In this episode, you’ll learn: - What surprised Melissa most about renewal after hosting Rebuilt - Why renewal feels “unduplicable” to many leaders—and why it’s not true - The myth of becoming a “mini Nativity” - The hidden engine behind sustainable parish change - Why leadership teams and layers of leaders prevent burnout - How message series + small groups can unify a parish across campuses - Why prayer is the price of admission for renewal leadership Links & resources Road to Renewal: https://glnk.app/go/NVe_rIO7sLzF Called to Coach?: https://courses.huntleyleadership.com/courses/calledtocoach Ron on the Rebuild Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HKH_ss_9310 ___ Work with Huntley Leadership! Contact us to inquire about coaching or speaking ⇥ https://www.huntleyleadership.com/contact-us Visit our course website ⇥ https://courses.huntleyleadership.com

Wondering why your plans are solid but momentum is fading? Listen to this podcast. Get Road to Renewal (available now): https://glnk.app/go/NVe_rIO7sLzF What if the leadership you’re building has vision, principles, and process—but is quietly losing its foundation? In this solo episode, Ron Huntley unpacks a pattern he’s seen derail renewal again and again: when process becomes the priority instead of serving love. Drawing from Scripture, lived pastoral experience, and decades of leadership observation, Ron challenges leaders to examine the relational foundations beneath their structures. This is a practical, pastoral conversation about presence, trust, and why renewal never begins with a perfect plan. In this episode, you’ll learn: - Why renewal always starts with imperfect people, not perfect systems - How process-first leadership slowly erodes trust and credibility - What Jesus’ foot-washing in John 13 reveals about true authority - Why you can’t outsource relational leadership - How Alpha creates the proximity renewal depends on - The difference between delegation and investment - A simple framework to assess the health of your relational foundation ___ Key Scriptures referenced: John 13:1–14 1 Thessalonians 2:8 2 Timothy 4:6 If this episode challenged you, subscribe to the Huntley Leadership Podcast for more conversations on leadership, renewal, and mission. And if you know a leader who’s carrying a lot of responsibility right now, share this episode with them. ___ Work with Huntley Leadership! Contact us to inquire about coaching or speaking ⇥ https://www.huntleyleadership.com/contact-us Visit our course website ⇥ https://courses.huntleyleadership.com ___ Chapters: 00:00 The Foundation of Leadership 04:48 The Role of Love in Leadership 12:10 Assessing Relational Foundations 13:49 Renewal Begins with Presence

Looking for a real-life blueprint for leading costly vision in the Church? Listen to this podcast. Get Road to Renewal (available now): https://glnk.app/go/NVe_rIO7sLzF --- What happens when your values and your options stop lining up — and you realize you can’t just critique the problem anymore? In this episode, Ron sits down with Eric Myatt (Director of Canada for Divine Renovation, former CCO missionary, and co-founder of Frassati Academy in Halifax) to unpack the discernment, courage, and leadership required to build something that doesn’t exist yet. This is a conversation about conviction under pressure, shared leadership, and what it costs to step into vision when families, finances, and the future are on the line. --- In this episode, you’ll learn: How “background noise” becomes a leadership decision you can’t avoid What it looks like to discern quickly when your values and options no longer align How to win people to a vision before it’s real (and keep moving through uncertainty) Why shared leadership is the only sustainable way to carry big mission How Frassati Academy moved from idea to reality — and what’s still fragile today What donors and leaders of means need to hear about funding mission How to build a culture where faith is normal, celebrated, and non-negotiable --- About the guest: Eric Myatt is the Director of Canada for Divine Renovation, a former missionary with Catholic Christian Outreach, a worship leader and musician, and a husband and father. He and his wife Angie are co-founders of Frassati Academy in Halifax. --- Links & resources Frassati Academy: https://www.frassatiacademy.ca/ Divine Renovation Canada: https://divinerenovation.org/canada/ --- If this episode encouraged you, subscribe for more conversations on leadership, mission, and parish renewal — and share it with a parent or pastor who’s carrying a similar burden. --- Work with Huntley Leadership! Contact us to inquire about coaching or speaking ⇥ https://www.huntleyleadership.com/contact-us Visit our course website ⇥ https://courses.huntleyleadership.com --- Connect with Huntley Leadership! Connect on LinkedIn ⇥ / huntleyleadership Follow on Twitter ⇥ / ron_huntley Follow on Instagram ⇥ / huntleyleadership Follow on Facebook ⇥ / huntleyleadership Subscribe to our YouTube channel ⇥ @huntleyleadership

Looking for leadership that flows from prayer, healing, and depth—not burnout? Listen to this podcast. Ron's new book "Road to Renewal" is now available. Read it here: https://glnk.app/go/NVe_rIO7sLzF In this episode of the Huntley Leadership Podcast, Ron sits down with Chris Westlake, Director of Evangelization at Holy Family Catholic Church in Rockford, Illinois, for a deep and honest conversation about leadership, healing, and parish renewal that actually lasts. Chris shares his remarkable journey—from growing up in a broken home, to atheism, to an encounter with Jesus, and eventually coming home to the Catholic Church. Along the way, he unpacks how interior healing, prayer, Scripture, and the sacraments have shaped not just his faith, but his approach to leadership, teamwork, and organizational health in parish life. This conversation explores a truth many leaders intuitively know but rarely name: lasting fruit in ministry flows from who we are becoming, not just what we are doing. In this episode, you’ll learn: - Why interior life and emotional healing are essential for sustainable leadership - How Scripture, prayer, fasting, and silence formed Chris’s conversion and vocation - What parish leaders can learn from sports culture, teamwork, and organizational health - Why values and culture matter more than tactics when leading renewal - How the Eucharist, confession, and daily Mass shaped Chris’s return to the Catholic Church - What it really takes to prepare a parish to receive the people God wants to send About our guest: Chris Westlake is the Director of Evangelization at Holy Family Catholic Church in Rockford, IL. A convert to the Catholic Church, Chris brings a unique blend of lived conversion, deep interior prayer, organizational insight, and pastoral sensitivity to his work. He lives in Rockford with his wife Gina and their son Joshua. Connect with Chris Westlake: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chriswestlake10 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chris.westlake.849352/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-westlake-83b85427/ Learn more about Holy Family Parish: https://holyfamilyrockford.org/ If this episode resonated with you, subscribe to the Huntley Leadership Podcast for more conversations that equip priests, parish leaders, and lay disciples to lead with clarity, courage, and deep trust in God. ___ You can listen to the podcast weekly on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Listen on Spotify ⇥ https://spoti.fi/3PYXGa6 Listen on Apple ⇥ https://apple.co/3vjltcS Subscribe on YouTube ⇥ @huntleyleadership ___ Work with Huntley Leadership! Contact us to inquire about coaching or speaking ⇥ https://www.huntleyleadership.com/contact-us Visit our course website ⇥ https://courses.huntleyleadership.com ___ Connect with Huntley Leadership! Connect on LinkedIn ⇥ / huntleyleadership Follow on X ⇥ / ron_huntley Follow on Instagram ⇥ / huntleyleadership Follow on Facebook ⇥ / huntleyleadership Subscribe to our YouTube channel ⇥ @huntleyleadership ___ QUESTION: What kinds of videos and podcasts would you like to see from us?

If you want to reignite evangelization and renewal in your parish, listen to this episode. Click here to get a free sneak peek of Ron’s chapter from our upcoming book Road to Renewal: https://mailchi.mp/huntleyleadership.com/7nd1q77agc In this episode of the Huntley Leadership Podcast, Ron sits down with Terry Quinn—a fiery Catholic revert who spent 30 years as a Pentecostal–Evangelical pastor, Bible teacher, and evangelist before returning to the Catholic Church. Terry shares how a devastating season (the death of his young son) led to a powerful encounter with Jesus in a Catholic charismatic prayer group, why he eventually left the Church in frustration, and what drew him back after decades of preaching, planting churches, and leading missions all over the world. He talks candidly about the hunger for Jesus that drives many Catholics out of the pews, the power of the baptism in the Holy Spirit, and the urgent need for real preaching, evangelization, and ongoing formation for clergy and laity alike. If you’re a priest, parish leader, or lay disciple who feels stuck in “keeping things running” and longs to see real spiritual growth and conversion, this conversation will challenge and encourage you. About Our Guest – Terry Quinn Terry Quinn returned to the Catholic Church after a 30-year journey in the Pentecostal–Evangelical world of churches, where he served as a pastor, international Bible teacher, conference speaker, and evangelist. He now leads Catholic Revert, a ministry dedicated to apologetics, evangelization, and discipleship within the Catholic Church. Terry’s speaking ministry has a no-nonsense, prophetic edge—proclaiming Catholic teaching in a way that is bold, practical, and deeply challenging. His heart is to see Catholics fall in love with Jesus, be baptized in the Holy Spirit, and be equipped to reach the truly lost. Learn more about Terry and Catholic Revert: https://catholic-revert.com Terry's book, Bring Me Back Lord: https://www.amazon.com/BRING-BACK-LORD-Terry-Quinn-ebook/dp/B0FPGFYF9M/ref=sr_1_4?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.r3wN3XnoY1MaqWDUbnKAiWPBqUEY23EIoDtdpF7Mr9iVwnDcileveaGp90-tyqJ2yJgH_7nLjKyZ2qJqMWjKK_YXwNEpsiyjAT1R5-F-NJw.ppeNuAXgjt4b2fFmRk5-DYRdE7Pk6Qk3A3cH-pskkwA&dib_tag=se&qid=1764594158&refinements=p_27%3ATerry+Quinn&s=books&sr=1-4 In this episode: - Terry’s first encounter with Jesus in a Catholic charismatic prayer group - How his mother’s “baptism in the Holy Spirit” changed their whole family - Why he left the Catholic Church for a Pentecostal congregation - Stories from 30 years of evangelization, street ministry, and church planting - The painful moment he walked away from the parish… and the simple prayer: “Lord, bring me back” - How Scott Hahn, Catholic apologetics, and the early Church Fathers helped rebuild his faith - What he found when he returned to the Church after three decades - Why he believes many parishes lack “CPD” (continuous professional development) for clergy - The challenge of running sacramental life AND going on mission as a Catholic parish - Why evangelization must focus on the truly lost and broken—not just the already-churched ___ You can also listen to the podcast weekly on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Listen on Spotify ⇥ https://spoti.fi/3PYXGa6 Listen on Apple ⇥ https://apple.co/3vjltcS Subscribe on YouTube ⇥ @huntleyleadership ___ Work with Huntley Leadership! Contact us to inquire about coaching or speaking ⇥ https://www.huntleyleadership.com/contact-us Visit our course website ⇥ https://courses.huntleyleadership.com ___ Connect with Huntley Leadership! Connect on LinkedIn ⇥ / huntleyleadership Follow on Twitter ⇥ / ron_huntley Follow on Instagram ⇥ / huntleyleadership Follow on Facebook ⇥ / huntleyleadership Subscribe to our YouTube channel ⇥ @huntleyleadership ___ QUESTION: What kinds of videos and podcasts would you like to see from us?

If you want a clear game plan for leading more effective ministries, listen to this podcast! Click here to get a sneak peek of Ron's chapter from our upcoming book Road to Renewal: https://mailchi.mp/huntleyleadership.com/7nd1q77agc In this episode of the Huntley Leadership Podcast, Ron is joined by Justin Reyes—evangelist, consultant, and author of Go! Make Disciples: How to Implement Ministries That Get Results. Justin brings a rare combination of deep faith, business strategy, and hands-on ministry experience. Together, they dig into what actually drives fruitfulness in parishes today and how leaders can move from scattered activity to intentional, Spirit-led mission. Ron and Justin explore the practical habits, frameworks, and leadership postures that help communities grow. They also tackle common frustrations: unclear vision, unused gifts in the pews, parish cultures that aren’t aligned, and the challenge of collaborating well with clergy. This conversation offers clarity, encouragement, and a hopeful path forward for anyone leading in the Church. Check out Justin's book on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08NYG3VCS and its accompanying podcast "Being and Making Disciples" with over 100 episodes  ⁨@beingandmakingdisciples⁩  and on podcast apps: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/being-and-making-disciples-a-catholic-podcast/id1534513525 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5N5UDeOHel7VkrD4pCkcGJ Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Being-Making-Disciples-Catholic-ministry/dp/B08JJQS2B5 Reach out to Justin at ajoyfulwitness@gmail.com ___ You can also listen to the podcast weekly on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Listen on Spotify ⇥ https://spoti.fi/3PYXGa6 Listen on Apple ⇥ https://apple.co/3vjltcS Subscribe on YouTube ⇥ @huntleyleadership ___ Work with Huntley Leadership! Contact us to inquire about coaching or speaking ⇥ https://www.huntleyleadership.com/contact-us Visit our course website ⇥ https://courses.huntleyleadership.com ___ Connect with Huntley Leadership! Connect on LinkedIn ⇥ / huntleyleadership Follow on Twitter ⇥ / ron_huntley Follow on Instagram ⇥ / huntleyleadership Follow on Facebook ⇥ / huntleyleadership Subscribe to our YouTube channel ⇥ @huntleyleadership ___ QUESTION: What kinds of videos and podcasts would you like to see from us?

If you believe God is writing a comeback story for His Church, listen to this podcast! Then be part of it — click the link for updates and early access + a free advance chapter from our new book Road to Renewal: https://mailchi.mp/huntleyleadership.com/7nd1q77agc In this special episode of the Huntley Leadership Podcast, Christian and Ron Huntley share a behind-the-scenes look at their upcoming book, Road to Renewal: How Faith, Vision, and Courage Are Fuelling a Church Comeback. Ron reflects on what gives him hope for the Church today, what keeps him up at night, and the hard-won lessons from years of coaching and walking with parishes and dioceses around the world. Together, he and Christian discuss what true renewal looks like, why it’s different from change, and how God is moving powerfully in this generation. In this episode: - What inspired Road to Renewal - Why renewal demands courage and faith - The difference between change and transformation - Stories of parishes and leaders who came alive again - What the Church can learn from a new wave of young believers Road to Renewal features Ron Huntley and 12 contributing priests with their key collaborators—leaders who are living parish renewal from the inside out. It’s honest, practical, and full of hope for what God is doing in His Church. ___ You can listen to the podcast weekly on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts! Listen on Spotify ⇥ https://spoti.fi/3PYXGa6 Listen on Apple ⇥ https://apple.co/3vjltcS Subscribe on YouTube ⇥ @huntleyleadership ___ Work with Huntley Leadership! Contact us to inquire about coaching or speaking ⇥ https://www.huntleyleadership.com/contact-us Visit our course website ⇥ https://courses.huntleyleadership.com ___ Connect with Huntley Leadership! Connect on LinkedIn ⇥ / huntleyleadership Follow on Twitter ⇥ / ron_huntley Follow on Instagram ⇥ / huntleyleadership Follow on Facebook ⇥ / huntleyleadership Subscribe to this YouTube channel ⇥ @huntleyleadership ___ QUESTION: What kinds of videos and podcasts would you like to see from us?

If you want to lead with integrity online and offline, join our mailing list for leadership insights every two weeks: https://mailchi.mp/huntleyleadership/newsletter-sign-up What happens when a film premiere turns into a pilgrimage? In this episode of the Huntley Leadership Podcast, Ron reconnects with Bobby Fredericksen — Catholic content creator, teacher, and co-host of The Catholic Couple Podcast — to unpack his journey to Poland for the launch of Triumph of the Heart, a new film on St. Maximilian Kolbe. Bobby shares what it was like to walk in Kolbe’s footsteps, witness the power of faith-filled art, and rediscover how beauty, mercy, and media can all point to Christ. He also opens up about his own evolution from teacher to “digital missionary,” balancing online influence with prayer, humility, and family life. In this episode: Behind the scenes of Triumph of the Heart and Kolbe’s legacy The moment a movie premiere became a spiritual pilgrimage How Catholic art and storytelling can move hearts What it means to evangelize online with integrity Staying grounded in faith while reaching millions Whether you’re leading in your parish, creating content, or simply looking for hope in a noisy world, this conversation will inspire you to live your mission with greater authenticity and courage. 🟡 Watch the film Triumph of the Heart: https://www.triumphoftheheart.com 🟡 Follow Bobby’s work:  @thecatholiccouple1  🟡 Join our mailing list for leadership insights: https://mailchi.mp/huntleyleadership/newsletter-sign-up 🟡 Subscribe for more Catholic leadership stories and formation. ___ You can also listen to the podcast weekly on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Listen on Spotify ⇥ https://spoti.fi/3PYXGa6 Listen on Apple ⇥ https://apple.co/3vjltcS Subscribe on YouTube ⇥ @huntleyleadership ___ Work with Huntley Leadership! Contact us to inquire about coaching or speaking ⇥ https://www.huntleyleadership.com/contact-us Visit our course website ⇥ https://courses.huntleyleadership.com ___ Connect with Huntley Leadership! Connect on LinkedIn ⇥ / huntleyleadership Follow on Twitter ⇥ / ron_huntley Follow on Instagram ⇥ / huntleyleadership Follow on Facebook ⇥ / huntleyleadership Subscribe to our YouTube channel ⇥ @huntleyleadership ___ QUESTION: What kinds of videos and podcasts would you like to see from us? ___ Summary Ron hosts Bobby Fredericksen to unpack his unexpected pilgrimage to Poland for the red-carpet launch of Triumph of the Heart, a new film on St. Maximilian Kolbe. What began as media work became an immersion in Polish faith, Kolbe’s legacy (mission, media savvy, adoration), and the film’s core claim: mercy conquers brute power. Bobby shares on-the-ground moments, why the story moves audiences, and how listeners can support the release. He also traces his path from classroom teacher to “digital missionary,” emphasizing prayer, integrity, humility, and family balance while using social media to evangelize with clarity, joy, and real-world accountability.

If you're a Catholic leader with a vision for renewal, listen to this podcast! Contact us to inquire about coaching, speaking or anything else this conversation sparked in you at https://www.huntleyleadership.com/contact-us Learn more about The Apostles Fund at https://theapostlesfund.org ___ You can also listen to the podcast weekly on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Listen on Spotify ⇥ https://spoti.fi/3PYXGa6 Listen on Apple ⇥ https://apple.co/3vjltcS Subscribe on YouTube ⇥ @huntleyleadership ___ Work with Huntley Leadership! Contact us to inquire about coaching or speaking ⇥ https://www.huntleyleadership.com/contact-us Visit our course website ⇥ https://courses.huntleyleadership.com ___ Connect with Huntley Leadership! Connect on LinkedIn ⇥ / huntleyleadership Follow on Twitter ⇥ / ron_huntley Follow on Instagram ⇥ / huntleyleadership Follow on Facebook ⇥ / huntleyleadership Subscribe to our YouTube channel ⇥ @huntleyleadership ___ QUESTION: What kinds of videos and podcasts would you like to see from us? ___ Summary What happens when faith, generosity, and bold vision collide? In this episode of the Huntley Leadership Podcast, Michael Gentile shares his journey from early success in the financial world to launching a public foundation focused on supporting evangelization and apostolic mission within the Catholic Church. Michael’s fire for Jesus and deep desire to empower leaders has led to the creation of The Apostles Fund—a venture philanthropy approach to transforming the Church from the inside out. We talk about: - How Michael discovered his career was part of his call, not separate from it - What Catholic philanthropists often get wrong (and how to fix it) - The powerful advice that flipped his approach to money and mission - Why funding the Church is about multiplication, not just maintenance - What kinds of ministries The Apostles Fund supports—and how they help them scale - How they’re forming a movement, not just a foundation If you're a pastor, donor, entrepreneur, or lay leader passionate about mission, this conversation will stretch your vision and challenge your assumptions about generosity and impact in the Catholic Church.

If you want to fund your parish’s future, listen to this podcast! Join our mailing list for bi-weekly leadership insights straight to your inbox: https://mailchi.mp/huntleyleadership/newsletter-sign-up Buy the book "Church Money" here: https://www.amazon.ca/churchmoney-Rev-Michael-White/dp/1594719128 ___ You can listen to this podcast weekly on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Listen on Spotify ⇥ https://spoti.fi/3PYXGa6 Listen on Apple ⇥ https://apple.co/3vjltcS Subscribe on YouTube ⇥ @huntleyleadership ___ Work with Huntley Leadership! Contact us to inquire about coaching or speaking ⇥ https://www.huntleyleadership.com/contact-us Visit our course website ⇥ https://courses.huntleyleadership.com ___ Connect with Huntley Leadership! Connect on LinkedIn ⇥ / huntleyleadership Follow on Twitter ⇥ / ron_huntley Follow on Instagram ⇥ / huntleyleadership Follow on Facebook ⇥ / huntleyleadership Subscribe to our YouTube channel ⇥ @huntleyleadership ___ QUESTION: What kinds of videos and podcasts would you like to see from us? ___ Summary Why is it so hard to talk about money in church? In this episode of the Huntley Leadership Podcast, Tom Corcoran (co-author of Church Money and Rebuilt) joins Ron to share what he’s learned about money, mission, and leadership over the last two decades at Church of the Nativity. From awkward beginnings to a vibrant culture of generosity, Tom offers practical insight and personal testimony on how pastors and parish leaders can disciple their people—and fund the mission at the same time. We talk about: Why giving is spiritual formation, not manipulation What Scripture actually says about money (hint: a lot) How pastors can grow more comfortable preaching about generosity The importance of leaders going first with their giving - Why tithing leads to spiritual and financial breakthrough How to build a culture of generosity in your parish—without guilt trips If you’re a pastor, lay leader, or team member responsible for budgets, buildings, or bold vision, this episode will encourage and equip you to connect faith and finances the right way.

If you want to structure your parish for real growth, listen to this podcast! Download the FREE Connect Group Roles & Responsibilities Sheet: https://mailchi.mp/huntleyleadership.com/9zwojv3gth ___ You can also listen to the podcast weekly on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Listen on Spotify ⇥ https://spoti.fi/3PYXGa6 Listen on Apple ⇥ https://apple.co/3vjltcS Subscribe on YouTube ⇥ @huntleyleadership ___ Work with Huntley Leadership! Contact us to inquire about coaching or speaking ⇥ https://www.huntleyleadership.com/contact-us Visit our course website ⇥ https://courses.huntleyleadership.com ___ Connect with Huntley Leadership! Connect on LinkedIn ⇥ / huntleyleadership Follow on Twitter ⇥ / ron_huntley Follow on Instagram ⇥ / huntleyleadership Follow on Facebook ⇥ / huntleyleadership Subscribe to our YouTube channel ⇥ @huntleyleadership ___ QUESTION: What kinds of videos and podcasts would you like to see from us? ___ Summary Tired of small group chaos after Alpha? In this episode of the Huntley Leadership Podcast, Ron talks with Louis Cain, former staff lead at St. John the Evangelist Parish in Indiana. Together, they break down why small groups often stall—and how Connect Groups provide a structured, scalable, and Spirit-filled next step after Alpha that forms leaders, not just more attendees. Louis shares the exact pipeline his parish used to grow from chaos to clarity—and how to avoid the biggest mistake leaders make: trying to grow without the right people in place. We talk about: - Why your Alpha team determines your Alpha fruit - The key difference between small groups and connect groups - How to identify and recruit the right leaders - The real reason you should move people off your Alpha team - How to build a structure that survives turnover and messiness - Why fellowship needs more than pancakes after Mass Whether you’re running Alpha or just want to disciple more people without burning out, this conversation will help you think bigger, lead better, and structure your parish for real growth.

If you’re a Catholic leader looking for encouragement, clarity, or the courage to act—this conversation is for you! Get leadership insights delivered directly to your inbox by signing up for our newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/huntleyleadership/newsletter-sign-up ___ You can also listen to the podcast weekly on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Listen on Spotify ⇥ https://spoti.fi/3PYXGa6 Listen on Apple ⇥ https://apple.co/3vjltcS Subscribe on YouTube ⇥ @huntleyleadership ___ Work with Huntley Leadership! Contact us to inquire about coaching or speaking ⇥ https://www.huntleyleadership.com/contact-us Visit our course website ⇥ https://courses.huntleyleadership.com ___ Connect with Huntley Leadership! Connect on LinkedIn ⇥ / huntleyleadership Follow on Twitter ⇥ / ron_huntley Follow on Instagram ⇥ / huntleyleadership Follow on Facebook ⇥ / huntleyleadership Subscribe to our YouTube channel ⇥ @huntleyleadership ___ QUESTION: What kinds of videos and podcasts would you like to see from us? ___ Summary What happens when God calls you into leadership you didn’t expect—and it costs more than you thought? In this episode of the Huntley Leadership Podcast, Fr. Dave Pivonka, President of Franciscan University of Steubenville, shares his story of surrender, sacrifice, and faith-filled leadership. From stepping into presidency weeks before COVID, to leading a bold “Step in Faith” initiative that risked millions—Fr. Dave offers rare honesty about the burden and beauty of Catholic leadership. We talk about: - How Steubenville nearly closed—and what saved it - Why real leadership always includes the cross - Discernment in crisis: the story behind “Step in Faith” - Lessons from Fr. Dave’s father that still shape his mission - What bishops, pastors, and parents can learn from failure - Why the Church needs a theology of leadership If you’re a Catholic leader looking for encouragement, clarity, or the courage to act—this conversation is for you.

What if Eucharistic Adoration became the heartbeat of your parish? In this episode of the Huntley Leadership Podcast, Ron talks with Jim and Allison Maciejewski, a couple whose love for Jesus and the Church has led them to start a Eucharistic Adoration Endowment for the Diocese of Gary. From middle-of-the-night holy hours to funding adoration chapels across their region, Jim and Allison share how Christ in the Eucharist has transformed their marriage, their parish, and their mission. ___ You can listen to the podcast weekly on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Listen on Spotify ⇥ https://spoti.fi/3PYXGa6 Listen on Apple ⇥ https://apple.co/3vjltcS Subscribe on YouTube ⇥ @huntleyleadership ___ Work with Huntley Leadership! Contact us to inquire about coaching or speaking ⇥ https://www.huntleyleadership.com/contact-us Visit our course website ⇥ https://courses.huntleyleadership.com ___ Connect with Huntley Leadership! Connect on LinkedIn ⇥ / huntleyleadership Follow on Twitter ⇥ / ron_huntley Follow on Instagram ⇥ / huntleyleadership Follow on Facebook ⇥ / huntleyleadership Subscribe to our YouTube channel ⇥ @huntleyleadership ___ QUESTION: What kinds of videos and podcasts would you like to see from us? ___ Summary What if Eucharistic Adoration became the heartbeat of your parish? In this episode of the Huntley Leadership Podcast, Ron talks with Jim and Allison Maciejewski, a couple whose love for Jesus and the Church has led them to start a Eucharistic Adoration Endowment for the Diocese of Gary. From middle-of-the-night holy hours to funding adoration chapels across their region, Jim and Allison share how Christ in the Eucharist has transformed their marriage, their parish, and their mission. We talk about: - Their return to the Church through community and invitation - The unexpected power of late-night adoration - Why Eucharistic Adoration is for everyone—even non-Catholics - How their endowment is funding adoration spaces across Indiana - What your parish could do to make adoration more accessible and beautiful Whether you're discerning how to deepen your own prayer life or dreaming about sparking Eucharistic revival in your parish or diocese, this episode is filled with practical ideas, powerful testimonies, and contagious faith.

If you're a pastor or parish leader who’s tired of putting out fires and hungry for a more Spirit-led and unified church, listen to this podcast! Get leadership insights directly to your inbox twice monthly by signing up for our newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/huntleyleadership/newsletter-sign-up ___ You can listen to the podcast weekly on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Listen on Spotify ⇥ https://spoti.fi/3PYXGa6 Listen on Apple ⇥ https://apple.co/3vjltcS Subscribe on YouTube ⇥ @huntleyleadership ___ Work with Huntley Leadership! Contact us to inquire about coaching or speaking ⇥ https://www.huntleyleadership.com/contact-us Visit our course website ⇥ https://courses.huntleyleadership.com ___ Connect with Huntley Leadership! Connect on LinkedIn ⇥ / huntleyleadership Follow on Twitter ⇥ / ron_huntley Follow on Instagram ⇥ / huntleyleadership Follow on Facebook ⇥ / huntleyleadership Subscribe to our YouTube channel ⇥ @huntleyleadership ___ QUESTION: What kinds of videos and podcasts would you like to see from us? ___ Summary What does it take to build a parish culture that’s alive, united, and Spirit-led? In this episode of the Huntley Leadership Podcast, we’re joined once again by Fr. Fabio de Souza, pastor at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Calgary, Canada. Drawing from his pastoral experience in both Brazil and Canada, Fr. Fabio shares how his team is moving from fragmented ministries to a vibrant, coordinated parish life—using a pipeline system to bring order, clarity, and connection. We talk about: * How Vatican II unleashed the laity—and the leadership structures that followed * Why structure isn’t just practical—it’s spiritual * The difference between announcing a vision and actually receiving it * A powerful way to reimagine parish councils and ministry teams * How to create parish systems where grace can flow If you're a pastor or parish leader who’s tired of putting out fires and hungry for a more Spirit-led and unified church, this conversation will encourage and equip you.

If you are looking for a masterclass in mission, leadership, and living with kingdom purpose, listen to this podcast! Be the first to get updates on our upcoming course by signing up for our newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/huntleyleadership/newsletter-sign-up Connect with John or invite him to speak: https://romans55.com ___ You can listen to the podcast weekly on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Listen on Spotify ⇥ https://spoti.fi/3PYXGa6 Listen on Apple ⇥ https://apple.co/3vjltcS Subscribe on YouTube ⇥ @huntleyleadership ___ Work with Huntley Leadership! Contact us to inquire about coaching or speaking ⇥ https://www.huntleyleadership.com/contact-us Visit our course website ⇥ https://courses.huntleyleadership.com ___ Connect with Huntley Leadership! Connect on LinkedIn ⇥ / huntleyleadership Follow on Twitter ⇥ / ron_huntley Follow on Instagram ⇥ / huntleyleadership Follow on Facebook ⇥ / huntleyleadership Subscribe to our YouTube channel ⇥ @huntleyleadership ___ QUESTION: What kinds of videos and podcasts would you like to see from us? ___ Summary In this episode, Ron Huntley sits down with John Beaulieu, a key leader at Franciscan University of Steubenville, to share the powerful origin story of Steubenville Atlantic—Canada’s first-ever Steubenville Youth Conference. You’ll hear about the surprising invitation that brought Steubenville to Halifax, the leadership and humility it took to make it happen, and the lasting impact it's had on a generation of young Catholics—including Ron’s own children. John also reflects on servant leadership, burnout in ministry, the secret to discerning God’s voice, and why trying to out-give God will always leave you losing in the best way possible. If you're passionate about evangelization, youth ministry, or parish renewal, this conversation will fire you up.

If you feel your ministry has lost momentum, listen to this podcast! 🔥 Last chance! Part 1 of our Parish Evangelization Course for Leaders is 50% off until midnight tomorrow! Click here to enrol today: https://courses.huntleyleadership.com/courses/parish-evangelization-course-for-leaders-part1 ___ You can also listen to the podcast weekly on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Listen on Spotify ⇥ https://spoti.fi/3PYXGa6 Listen on Apple ⇥ https://apple.co/3vjltcS Subscribe on YouTube ⇥ @huntleyleadership ___ Work with Huntley Leadership! Contact us to inquire about coaching or speaking ⇥ https://www.huntleyleadership.com/contact-us Visit our course website ⇥ https://courses.huntleyleadership.com ___ Connect with Huntley Leadership! Connect on LinkedIn ⇥ / huntleyleadership Follow on Twitter ⇥ / ron_huntley Follow on Instagram ⇥ / huntleyleadership Follow on Facebook ⇥ / huntleyleadership Subscribe to our YouTube channel ⇥ @huntleyleadership ___ QUESTION: Has your parish ever had to hit pause and reset? Tell us your story in the comments. ___ Summary In this episode, Ron Huntley sits down with longtime parish leader Michele Gonzalez to unpack what really happens when Alpha—and ministry—start to drift. From skyrocketing early momentum to slow, silent burnout, Michele shares what they missed, what they learned, and how they’re rebuilding. You’ll hear about: • The dangers of mission drift • What happens when Alpha becomes “just a night out” • Why measurable leadership pipelines matter • The freedom that comes with hitting pause • How they’re preparing for a stronger relaunch This is a must-listen for anyone serious about evangelization, leadership, and parish renewal.

If you're leader who wants to be rested and ready for your next ministry season, listen to this podcast! Until June 31st, get 50% off part one of our Parish Evangelization Course for Leaders - Visioning for Transformation: https://courses.huntleyleadership.com/courses/parish-evangelization-course-for-leaders-part1 ___ You can listen to the podcast weekly on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Listen on Spotify ⇥ https://spoti.fi/3PYXGa6 Listen on Apple ⇥ https://apple.co/3vjltcS Subscribe on YouTube ⇥ @huntleyleadership ___ Work with Huntley Leadership! Contact us to inquire about coaching or speaking ⇥ https://www.huntleyleadership.com/contact-us Visit our course website ⇥ https://courses.huntleyleadership.com ___ Connect with Huntley Leadership! Connect on LinkedIn ⇥ / huntleyleadership Follow on Twitter ⇥ / ron_huntley Follow on Instagram ⇥ / huntleyleadership Follow on Facebook ⇥ / huntleyleadership Subscribe to our YouTube channel ⇥ @huntleyleadership ___ QUESTION: What kinds of videos and podcasts would you like to see from us? ___ Summary In this podcast, the Ron Huntley shares seven tips for having an intentional summer that prepares individuals for the upcoming ministry season. The tips include reflecting on personal growth, acknowledging contributions from others, setting goals, committing to skill development, building community, planning for the year ahead, and the importance of taking breaks to recharge. ___ Chapters 00:00 Introduction 00:33 Reflect: What Did You Learn About Yourself? 02:51 Reflect: What Did You Learn About Others? 05:07 Set Goals 07:12 Invest in Yourself 10:32 Build Community 13:06 Take a Break

If you want to pull leadership lessons from the National Eucharistic Congress, listen to this podcast! Be the first to get updates on our new course for evangelization leaders by signing up for our newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/huntleyleadership/newsletter-sign-up ___ Check out Joel's first appearance on the podcast: https://youtu.be/cP5baSxSGlk?si=mKqdVZ4fBgu_Xdm7 Find more of Joel here: https://chasinghumility.com Find more on the National Eucharistic Revival here: https://www.eucharisticrevival.org ___ You can listen to the podcast weekly on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Listen on Spotify ⇥ https://spoti.fi/3PYXGa6 Listen on Apple ⇥ https://apple.co/3vjltcS Subscribe on YouTube ⇥ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB4bLgEpByyKb877dFdvNRA ___ Work with Huntley Leadership! Contact us to inquire about coaching or speaking ⇥ https://www.huntleyleadership.com/contact-us Visit our course website ⇥ https://courses.huntleyleadership.com ___ Connect with Huntley Leadership! Connect on LinkedIn ⇥ / huntleyleadership Follow on X ⇥ / ron_huntley Follow on Instagram ⇥ / huntleyleadership Follow on Facebook ⇥ / huntleyleadership Subscribe on YouTube channel ⇥ @huntleyleadership ___ QUESTION: What kinds of videos and podcasts would you like to see from us? ___ Summary In this conversation, Ron Huntley and Joel Stepanek discuss the profound experiences and challenges faced during the National Eucharistic Congress. Joel shares insights on leadership, the importance of faith in overcoming obstacles, and the dynamics of teamwork in executing a large-scale event. The discussion emphasizes the need for boldness in leadership, the significance of a clear vision, and the necessity of navigating team dynamics effectively to achieve collective goals. In this conversation, Joel and Ron explore the importance of accountability, creativity under pressure, and the ongoing movement of the National Eucharistic Revival. They discuss the need for community building within parishes, emphasizing the transition from being mere parishioners to forming genuine friendships. Joel shares insights on evolving personal ministry and leadership, highlighting the significance of strategic planning and cultural alignment in church organizations. The discussion culminates in a call to action for individuals to engage with their communities and live out their faith actively. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Leadership and the National Eucharistic Congress 01:02 Experiencing the National Eucharistic Congress 06:21 Trusting God in Doing Things Beyond Our Capacity 09:56 Mind Shifts in Joel's Leadership Roles 20:45 Harnessing Pressure for Creativity 25:25 The National Eucharistic Revival: A Movement, Not Just an Event 28:38 Building Community: From Parishioners to Friends 36:48 Evolving Personal Ministry and Leadership 45:03 Connecting and Engaging: The Path Forward