From Parish Priest to Diocesan Leader | Fr. Declan McNicholas | Huntley Leadership Podcast #190

2025-02-03

Our Parish Evangelization Course for Leaders is available now: https://courses.huntleyleadership.com ___ In this episode of the Huntley Leadership Podcast, Ron Huntley speaks with Father Declan McNicholas about his journey from parish priest to the director of missionary discipleship evangelization for the Diocese of Gary. They discuss the challenges and opportunities of leadership, the importance of building trust within a team, and the necessity of embracing risk and faith in ministry. Father Declan shares ...

Our Parish Evangelization Course for Leaders is available now: https://courses.huntleyleadership.com

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In this episode of the Huntley Leadership Podcast, Ron Huntley speaks with Father Declan McNicholas about his journey from parish priest to the director of missionary discipleship evangelization for the Diocese of Gary. They discuss the challenges and opportunities of leadership, the importance of building trust within a team, and the necessity of embracing risk and faith in ministry. Father Declan shares insights on fostering a collaborative environment and the significance of consistency in leadership, as well as the need to inspire others to take on leadership roles in their parishes. In this conversation, Ron Huntley and Fr. Declan McNicholas explore the vital themes of community, leadership, and the importance of psychological safety in fostering trust within teams. They discuss the challenges faced by clergy leaders in creating a supportive environment where individuals feel heard and valued. The dialogue emphasizes the need for consistency in leadership practices, the significance of understanding individual feedback preferences, and the collaborative nature of effective ministry. Fr. Declan shares insights on the current challenges and opportunities within the Diocese of Gary, highlighting the importance of pastoral planning and the role of Catholic education in nurturing future disciples.

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