The EquipCast is your weekly playbook for practical evangelization and parish ministry tools. Hosted by Jim Jansen and powered by Everyday Evangelization, this show is built for diocesan directors, parish leaders, and everyday Catholics who are ready to stop the programmatic noise, break through the grind, and build a clear path to discipleship that actually changes lives. We’ve been talking about the New Evangelization for thirty years, yet church renewal often feels like an endless cycle of empty activity while generations continue to lose their faith. If you are tired of managing decline and spinning your wheels in the messy middle of ministry, you don’t have to carry the weight alone. Every week, we break the default of "doing more" to deliver honest conversations and real stories from people who are finally seeing their faith communities thrive. Hit subscribe, head over to EverydayEvangelization.org to grab your free tools, and discover how to leave your ministry better than you found it.
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The EquipCast is your weekly playbook for practical evangelization and parish ministry tools. Hosted by Jim Jansen and powered by Everyday Evangelization, this show is built for diocesan directors, parish leaders, and everyday Catholics who are ready to stop the programmatic noise, break through the grind, and build a clear path to discipleship that actually changes lives. We’ve been talking about the New Evangelization for thirty years, yet church renewal often feels like an endless cycle of empty activity while generations continue to lose their faith. If you are tired of managing decline and spinning your wheels in the messy middle of ministry, you don’t have to carry the weight alone. Every week, we break the default of "doing more" to deliver honest conversations and real stories from people who are finally seeing their faith communities thrive. Hit subscribe, head over to EverydayEvangelization.org to grab your free tools, and discover how to leave your ministry better than you found it.
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April 28, 2026
Episode 212: Can you afford to say yes to God? How to fund the mission.
<p><strong>Can you afford to say yes to God?</strong> I know that question might make you uncomfortable—because it’s made me uncomfortable. We talk a lot about trust, about saying yes to the Lord, about living on mission… but when it comes to finances, security, and taking care of our families, it can feel like the cost is just too high. In today’s episode of The Equip Cast, I sit down with Peter Levesque Xavier to talk honestly about what happens when we stop asking, “Can I afford this?” and start asking, “Lord, do I trust You?” This conversation is about freedom, healing our relationship with money, and discovering that God is already providing a way for His mission—and your yes—to be possible.</p> <p>[02:55] Peter’s faith journey<br> [04:15] Facing support raising<br> [06:03] Providence and stewardship<br> [10:11] Trust dividends in mission<br> [13:11] Healing through partnership<br> [16:47] Economic downturn resilience<br> [19:10] Biblical roots of support<br> [22:19] Church history and laity<br> [28:11] Apostolic times today<br> [28:57] Why start Xavier Mission Fund<br> [31:49] Spotting the Need<br> [33:08] Launching Xavier Mission Fund<br> [33:55] Growth and New Partnerships<br> [35:29] Catholic Schools Vertical<br> [38:09] Fair Pay for Teachers<br> [42:25] Parish Roles and Admin Hurdles<br> [46:14] Success Stories Fight Club Catholic<br> [50:51] New Ministries and Priest Support<br> [57:50] What Church Leaders Should Know<br> [01:01:18] Call to Mission and Next Steps<br> [01:03:58] How to Connect and Closing</p> <p>Check out <a href="https://www.xaviermissionfund.org/" rel="nofollow">Xavier Mission Fund</a>.</p> <p>For more practical advice and experiences from real people sharing their mission with the world, go to <a href="https://equip.archomaha.org/podcast/" rel="nofollow">https://equip.archomaha.org/podcast/</a>.</p> <p>A Production of the Archdiocese of Omaha<br> Editor: Taylor Schroll (ForteCatholic.com)</p>
April 21, 2026
Episode 211: What Would You Do for Your Child? The Story of Tom Vander Woude
<p><strong>What would you do if the person you loved most was in danger—and there was no time to think?</strong> Today on the Equip Cast, I sit down with Chris Vander Woude to tell the story of a quiet, faithful father who answered that question with his life. Tom Vander Woude wasn’t famous. He wasn’t flashy. He was a husband, a dad, a farmer, a Navy pilot—and a man who spent his life showing up in ordinary ways. Until one extraordinary moment, when he gave everything to save his son Joseph. In this conversation, you’ll hear how a hidden life of prayer, love, and fatherhood prepared Tom for heroic sacrifice—and why his story is stirring hearts around the world today, even to the point that the Church is considering opening a cause for canonization. This is a story about love, courage, faith, and what it really means to live your life as a gift.</p> <p>[01:45] Chris’s faith journey<br> [04:23] Introducing Tom Vanderwoude (Chris’s father)<br> [09:00] Joseph is born (Down syndrome)<br> [11:59] How Joseph changed the family<br> [15:32] Cultural reflection on special needs & abortion<br> [16:22] Tom’s philosophy: no limitations on Joseph<br> [17:34] Tom gives his life for Joseph<br> [23:20] Community response & funeral<br> [26:17] Long term impact of Tom’s story<br> [29:21] Possible cause for canonization<br> [39:52] The Tom Vanderwoude Guild<br> [44:21] How Joseph has been affected<br> [45:51] Tom’s hidden life: prayer & marriage<br> [50:44] Encouragement to take a leap of faith<br> [51:41] How to connect & learn more</p> <p>Check out the <a href="https://tvwguild.org/" rel="nofollow">Tom Vander Woude</a> Guild. </p> <p>For more practical advice and experiences from real people sharing their mission with the world, go to <a href="https://equip.archomaha.org/podcast/" rel="nofollow">https://equip.archomaha.org/podcast/</a>.</p> <p>A Production of the Archdiocese of Omaha<br> Editor: Taylor Schroll (ForteCatholic.com)</p>
April 14, 2026
Coach’s Corner 29: A Book Review of Spousal Prayer by Deacon James Keating
<p><strong>Can love in marriage really last?</strong><br> I believe it can—and not because we’re strong enough or compatible enough, but because God meets us there. Staying in love isn’t something we just grit our teeth and manage. It’s something we learn through prayer. Prayer with the Lord shapes our hearts, and that same habit of prayer teaches us how to truly behold, listen to, forgive, and love our spouse.</p> <p>In this Coaches Corner, I review the book Spousal Prayer by Deacon James Keating. It’s a small, powerful book that connects marriage and prayer in a way that’s both deep and incredibly practical. We talk about why young people fear staying in love, how prayer brings us into the reality of love, and why marriage itself can become a living, breathing prayer. Whether you’re married, preparing couples, or walking with families in ministry, this episode is meant to equip you—and remind you that lasting love is not only possible, it’s sacramental.</p> <p>[00:13] Book - Spousal Prayer<br> [01:05] Why This Book Works<br> [02:09] Three Chapters Overview<br> [03:06] Behold Listen Repent<br> [03:36] Prayer Depth and Beauty<br> [04:34] Practical Art Prayer<br> [06:11] Love Prayer and Reality<br> [08:44] Forgiveness and Healing<br> [09:25] Appendix ARRR Method<br> [09:44] Who Should Use This<br> [10:33] Final Quote and Wrap<br> [11:29] Share Your Thoughts</p> <p>Check out the book <a href="https://stpaulcenter.com/store/spousal-prayer-a-way-to-marital-happiness" rel="nofollow">Spousal Prayer</a>. </p> <p>For more practical advice and experiences from real people sharing their mission with the world, go to <a href="https://equip.archomaha.org/podcast/" rel="nofollow">https://equip.archomaha.org/podcast/</a>.</p> <p>A Production of the Archdiocese of Omaha<br> Editor: Taylor Schroll (ForteCatholic.com)</p>
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