The Discipleship Focused Ministry Podcast

In this episode Eric & Jason discuss strategies on finding leaders and volunteers for discipleship in your parish.   We are able to offer this podcast because of the support of people like you. Please consider supporting Eric & Jason by checking out their other projects: Visit the podcast website at http://www.discipleshippodcast.com/ (www.discipleshippodcast.com). Eric's Projects https://www.cofome.com/ (Cofome, LLC) https://smallgroupideas.com/ (SmallGroupIdeas.com) https://discipleshiptraining.com/ (DiscipleshipTraining.com) https://ericgallagher.me/ (EricGallagher.me) Jason's Projects https://readingyourwaytoheaven.fireside.fm/ (Reading Your Way To Heaven) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqUCpRkxtEuaVjU76BRNYaw (Light & Heavy on Youtube) https://www.lightandheavypilgrimages.com/ (Light and Heavy Pilgrimages Website) https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

In this episode Eric & Jason celebrate their milestone of 50 episodes and discuss a huge reason that many small groups fail.   We are able to offer this podcast because of the support of people like you. Please consider supporting Eric & Jason by checking out their other projects: Visit the podcast website at http://www.discipleshippodcast.com/ (www.discipleshippodcast.com). Eric's Projects https://www.cofome.com/ (Cofome, LLC) https://smallgroupideas.com/ (SmallGroupIdeas.com) https://discipleshiptraining.com/ (DiscipleshipTraining.com) https://ericgallagher.me/ (EricGallagher.me) Jason's Projects https://readingyourwaytoheaven.fireside.fm/ (Reading Your Way To Heaven) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqUCpRkxtEuaVjU76BRNYaw (Light & Heavy on Youtube) https://www.lightandheavypilgrimages.com/ (Light and Heavy Pilgrimages Website) https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

In this episode Eric & Jason finish with their tips on getting members of your small group to be more committed. We are able to offer this podcast because of the support of people like you.  Please consider supporting Eric & Jason by checking out their other projects: Visit the podcast website at http://www.discipleshippodcast.com/ (www.discipleshippodcast.com). Eric's Projects https://www.cofome.com/ (Cofome, LLC) https://smallgroupideas.com/ (SmallGroupIdeas.com) https://discipleshiptraining.com/ (DiscipleshipTraining.com) https://ericgallagher.me/ (EricGallagher.me) Jason's Projects https://readingyourwaytoheaven.fireside.fm/ (Reading Your Way To Heaven) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqUCpRkxtEuaVjU76BRNYaw (Light & Heavy on Youtube) https://www.lightandheavypilgrimages.com/ (Light and Heavy Pilgrimages Website) https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

In this episode Eric & Jason discuss why small groups tend to lack commitment and what to do about it.  We are able to offer this podcast because of the support of people like you. Please consider supporting Eric & Jason by checking out their other projects: Visit the podcast website at http://www.discipleshippodcast.com/ (www.discipleshippodcast.com). Eric's Projects https://www.cofome.com/ (Cofome, LLC) https://smallgroupideas.com/ (SmallGroupIdeas.com) https://discipleshiptraining.com/ (DiscipleshipTraining.com) https://ericgallagher.me/ (EricGallagher.me) Jason's Projects https://readingyourwaytoheaven.fireside.fm/ (Reading Your Way To Heaven) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqUCpRkxtEuaVjU76BRNYaw (Light & Heavy on Youtube) https://www.lightandheavypilgrimages.com/ (Light and Heavy Pilgrimages Website) https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

In this episode Eric & Jason wrap up their conversation about the Sacrament of Confirmation. We are able to offer this podcast because of the support of people like you.  Please consider supporting Eric & Jason by checking out their other projects.  Visit the podcast website at http://discipleshippodcast.com/ (www.discipleshippodcast.com). Eric's Projects https://www.cofome.com/ (Cofome, LLC) https://smallgroupideas.com/ (SmallGroupIdeas.com) https://discipleshiptraining.com (DiscipleshipTraining.com) https://ericgallagher.me/ (EricGallagher.me) Jason's Projects https://readingyourwaytoheaven.fireside.fm/ (Reading Your Way To Heaven) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqUCpRkxtEuaVjU76BRNYaw (Light & Heavy on Youtube) https://www.lightandheavypilgrimages.com/ (Light and Heavy Pilgrimages Website) https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

We continue our conversation on Confirmation within a discipleship focused ministry model.   https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

It only took 45 episodes to get to one of the most common discussions within Discipleship Focused Ministry.  What do we do about Confirmation Preparation?  We look forward to your feedback and responses! https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

One of the most common questions we are asked is "How can we fit discipleship into our current programming".  In this episode we focus on our response to this common question.   https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

Eric & Jason take some time to share personal reasons why they are so passionate about Discipleship Focused Ministry.   https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

In this episode Eric & Jason discuss the best things to read, places to go, and people to follow in order to grow in the vision of discipleship.  http://www.discipleshippodcast.com/episode42 (See Show Notes Here) https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

In this episode Eric & Jason share the realities they've seen as parishes transition into discipleship focused ministry. https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

In this episode Eric & Jason offer even more insights into the appropriateness and intention behind events.  Find this episode and more at: http://www.discipleshiptraining.com/ (www.discipleshippodcast.com) Check out Eric's website at http://www.ericgallagher.me/ (www.ericgallagher.me)  Check out Jason's YouTube Channel at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqUCpRkxtEuaVjU76BRNYaw (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqUCpRkxtEuaVjU76BRNYaw) https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

In this episode Eric & Jason discuss the tension between putting on events and having the time for ministry and more ordinary and routine approaches to discipleship.  Find this episode and more at: http://www.discipleshiptraining.com/ (www.discipleshippodcast.com)  Check out Eric's website at http://www.ericgallagher.me/ (www.ericgallagher.me)  Check out Jason's YouTube Channel at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqUCpRkxtEuaVjU76BRNYaw (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqUCpRkxtEuaVjU76BRNYaw) https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

In this episode Eric & Jason discuss the most common things that they find themselves saying to Pastors and what they wish most Pastors might consider or hear as they discern next steps towards Discipleship Focused Ministry in the parish.   https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

Eric & Jason discuss whether or not you should transition into a discipleship focused model or mindset slowly or by blowing everything up and starting from scratch. https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

Working in and for the church can have it's challenges.  Many leave their work in ministry because of some of the liabilities and politics involved with formalizing "ministry".  We begin this discussion and share stories where this has proven to be difficult. Show Notes https://www.cymhub.com/blogs/entry/58-a-crazy-youth-ministry-proposal/ (My Crazy Youth Ministry Proposal) https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

Jason has been reading some excellent books on leadership so we discuss what he's been learning! https://amzn.to/2RDWnCL (Extreme Ownership by Jocko Willink & Leif Babin) Find more episodes at http://www.discipleshippodcast.com (www.discipleshippodcast.com) https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

Eric & Jason continue this two episode topic by discussing how the ways that we have ordered the formation opportunities in our parishes have failed parents. Find this and past episodes at http://discipleshippodcast.com (www.discipleshippodcast.com) https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

Eric & Jason begin this two episode topic by discussing how the ways that we have ordered the formation opportunities in our parishes have failed parents.  Check out more episodes at http://www.discipleshippodcast.com (www.discipleshippodcast.com). https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

Eric & Jason discuss the pro's and con's of the parish or diocese hiring someone to do ministry as opposed to someone coordinating the ministry that is being done by others. https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

Eric & Jason discuss the poverty we face with poor pastoral leadership and formation. https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

Eric & Jason discuss the reality that discipleship requires deeper intimacy and how to foster discipleship while still being attentive to maintaining a safe environment.  https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

Striking the balance between granting discipleship leaders too much freedom and hindering their freedom is essential to cultivating discipleship in a parish.   https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

Continuing from the previous episode, Eric & Jason discuss how to find the first people to help start discipleship focused ministry in a parish or diocese.    https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

After 26 episodes talking about discipleship focused ministry, Eric & Jason answer the most common questions...where and how do you start? To order the book, go to: http://discipleshipym.com/book/ (http://discipleshipym.com/book/) https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

We discuss the different roles of clergy and the laity in the work of discipleship as well as the unique "veto" power of the pastor.   https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

Eric & Jason discuss a few of the non-negotiables that should be considered with every option set in front of you as you lead efforts of discipleship.https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

Eric & Jason discuss what the news of scandal means in regard to our work of discipleship. https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

We got an email from a listener with a couple of great questions so we discuss ways to assist parishioners in embracing the vision of discipleship focused ministry especially through transition.  https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

We discuss many of the responses that people have in opposition to discipleship focused ministry and our response to that opposition.https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

We continue the discussion of how important it is to order the way we do things to point towards the ordinary life. https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

We discuss the dynamics of large conferences and conversion experiences and how they relate to discipleship and the ordinary Christian life.https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

We discuss the reality of how discipleship can be too exclusive and how we can find balance in offering more exclusive ministry and the need for broader community.https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

We discuss the freedom that comes with knowing your role in the Church as well as some thoughts on which positions a parish should consider hiring. https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

Eric & Jason discuss mentorship and what makes a good mentor. https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

Eric & Jason discuss limitations in the way we typically strive to do our work of evangelization.https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

Eric & Jason discuss how small groups fit into discipleship focused ministry, why small groups can be a good thing, and why they can be bad.https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

A parish that cultivates discipleship will come to realize that just providing a ministry to a certain demographic will not suffice.  Are we putting ourselves in more boxes than we realize?https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

Eric and Jason discuss how parish programming and the way we tend to want to do things can disorder the ministry efforts in a parish and how to "rightly order" them. https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

Eric & Jason discuss how the typical role of DRE or Youth Minister may change when a parish moves towards Discipleship Focused Ministry.https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

Perhaps setting goals and having a vision is not always the right way of doing things?https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

Eric & Jason discuss the new exhortation from Pope Francis on the Call to Holiness in Today's world. https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

We continue our interview with Everett discussing small groups and the role of parents in a small group model.https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

We're excited this week to bring on our first guest to the podcast, Everett Fritz. Jason sits down with Everett to discuss his new book “The Art of Forming Young Disciples”https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

Finishing the series on the fundamentals, in this episode Eric & Jason discuss a way to “know” when what you are a doing is in fact..discipleship.https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

Eric & Jason discuss the difference between education and formation with a goal of “total” formation. https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

Between the Process of Evangelization, the Thresholds of Conversion and the Discipleship Road map, which process should we follow?https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

In this episode Eric & Jason try a new format to the podcast and focus on why trying new things and deliberate practice are important in the work of discipleship and evangelization. https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

In this episode Eric & Jason give witness to what can happen when we are aware of the subtle ways that God calls us to go deeper in ministry and how taking small steps in faith is the surest method of growth. https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

Our choice of words when defining what we do in the Church is extremely important. In this episode Eric & Jason discuss the differences between Discipleship, Mentorship, and Coachinghttps://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast

We're excited in this first episode to; introduce ourselves, talk about what this podcast will be about and tackle our first topic Our Greatest Hurdle in Making Disciples. Show Notes: Be sure to subscribe at DiscipleshipPodcast.com! https://www.patreon.com/cofome (Support the show) (https://www.patreon.com/cofome) Support this podcast