David Carvalho | Diocese of Fall River What happens when, after the well-intentioned planning and scheduling of ministries and programs, participation lags, enthusiasm fades, or programs seem to fall flat despite our best efforts? Many ministers experience a familiar frustration—people don’t show up, don’t seem interested, or simply stop engaging. It’s easy to blame the…
David Carvalho | Diocese of Fall River Photo: Diocese of Fall River When preparing for a new year in ministry and parish life, we dive into the busy rhythm of planning schedules, recruiting volunteers, preparing lessons, sending emails, and printing flyers. Whether you’re a youth minister, catechist, or parish coordinator, the hope is the same:…
Katie Warner | Catholic Author, Speaker, EvangelistDavid Carvalho | Diocese of Fall River This article summarizes insights from Catholic Author, Speaker and Evangelist Katie Warner shared with the Diocese of Fall River on practical ideas for family faith. To watch the presentation in its entirety, visit: https://www.youtube.com/@equipcatholics Katie Warner is a Catholic wife, homeschooling mom…
By David Carvalho | Diocese of Fall RiverIn conversation with Fr. John Sullivan and George Lane | Holy Redeemer Parish, Chatham This article summarizes an interview with Fr. John Sullivan and George Lane of Holy Redeemer Parish in Chatham, entitled “Starting Small Groups”, providing takeaways for parishes. To watch the interview in its entirety, visit:…
Chris Bartlett | Ablaze MinistriesDavid Carvalho | Diocese of Fall River Photo: Diocese of Fall River This article summarizes insights from Chris Bartlett of Ablaze Ministries in conversation with parish leaders in the Diocese of Fall River, focused on engaging young people relationally and in small groups. To watch the presentation in its entirety, visit:…
Katie Diltz | McGrath Institute for Church Life – University of Notre DameDavid Carvalho | Diocese of Fall River Photo: Diocese of Fall River This article summarizes insights from Katie Diltz of the McGrath Institute for Church Life in conversation with parish leaders in the Diocese of Fall River, focused on creating effective catechetical action…
By David Carvalho | Diocese of Fall RiverIn conversation with Lynne Stewart | Immaculate Conception Parish, Easton Photo courtesy of Immaculate Conception Parish, Easton This article summarizes an interview with Lynne Stewart from Immaculate Conception Church in Easton, providing takeaways for parishes. To watch the interview in its entirety, visit: https://www.youtube.com/@equipcatholics Lynne has been a…
By David Carvalho | Diocese of Fall RiverIn conversation with Allison Gingras | Reconciled to You Ministries This article summarizes an interview with Allison Gingras of Reconciled to You Ministries, entitled “Quick Wins with Allison Gingras”, providing takeaways for Catholics and parishes. To watch the interview in its entirety, visit: https://www.youtube.com/@equipcatholics For over a decade,…
Chris Bartlett | Ablaze MinistriesDavid Carvalho | Diocese of Fall River This article summarizes insights from Chris Bartlett of Ablaze Ministries and David Carvalho of the Diocese of Fall River, in conversation with parish leaders, focused on partnering with parents in ministry, especially ministry to young people. To watch the presentation in its entirety, visit:…
Katie Diltz | McGrath Institute for Church Life – University of Notre DameDavid Carvalho | Diocese of Fall River Photo: Diocese of Fall River This article summarizes insights from Katie Diltz of the McGrath Institute for Church Life and David Carvalho of the Diocese of Fall River, in conversation with parish leaders, focused on the…