“I am not ashamed of the gospel”: the Missionary Call of the Moment
It’s been a busy week at The Mark 5:19 Project—full of speaking, meetings, and travel. The…
Should Your Parish Hire a Staff Person Dedicated to Evangelization?
Is it time to hire a parish evangelization leader? Learn the pros, cons, and leadership considerations Catholic pastors and parish staff should weigh when deciding whether to create a dedicated evangelization ministry position.
How to Rebuild Parish Culture: Restoring Truth, Love, and Trust
If parish culture is the soil of mission, how do we rebuild it? Practical habits that restore truth, love, and trust in parish life.
The Hidden Reason Parish Renewal Fails: A Parish Culture Problem
Many parish renewal efforts fail—not because of strategy, but because of culture. Here’s why parish culture is the real soil of mission growth.
How Do You Pastorally Lead in a Crisis?
How do you pastor in a time of crisis? It’s January 2026, and we’re located in…
Affiliation Questions: When Data Doesn’t Match Your Experience
…How do you know when evangelization is working? Many of you may be aware of the…
“Be Angry, But Do Not Sin.” (Eph 4:26) How Do You Do That?
This article is second on the theme of helping Catholic handle anger in their life of…
Mapping the Mission: Understanding Your Parish’s Given Mission Field
In today’s rapidly evolving religious landscape, our Catholic parishes face unique challenges in fulfilling their evangelical…
Take Time Away to Measure by the Fruits of the Holy Spirit (Free Mini-Retreat)
We are a Church of the resurrection, and we get the joy to remember that every…
“For such a time as this”: Apostolic Leadership in a Disrupted World
…Leading parishes in mission when the house is on fire. 3rd c. AD painting of Esther…