Episode 55

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21st Feb 2025

Personal and Institutional Conversion (ft. Julianne Stanz)

In this episode of the Go and Make podcast, Brian interviews Julianne Stanz, who shares her journey from Ireland to the United States and her experiences in ministry. Julianne discusses her faith journey, the importance of prayer, and the challenges of diocesan work. She emphasizes the need for love in evangelization and shares effective strategies for fostering a culture of missionary discipleship.

The conversation also touches on the significance of discernment in ministry and the necessity of adapting to change within the church. In this conversation, Julianne Stanz and Brian discuss the complexities of evangelization in today's cultural landscape, emphasizing the importance of understanding local contexts, the need for personal and institutional conversion, and the role of accountability and encouragement among parish leaders. They reflect on the impact of the National Eucharistic Revival and the significance of hope in the church's renewal, while also providing practical tips for parish leaders to engage their communities effectively.The GO & MAKE Podcast is supported by the Annual Catholic Appeal.

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GO & MAKE
Preparing you for mission
The GO & MAKE Podcast, hosted by Brian Miller, Director of Evangelization for the Archdiocese of St. Louis, is your guide to living a mission-driven life. Join us as we equip you to live the great commission of Jesus Christ in our local church and beyond. Discover how to GO & MAKE disciples of all nations in this dynamic podcast series.

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Brian Miller

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Brian Miller serves as the Director of Evangelization and Discipleship for the Archdiocese of St. Louis and holds a Master’s degree in Theology from the Augustine Institute in Colorado.

Brian developed his missionary zeal while serving for four years as a FOCUS Missionary to evangelize college students on several campuses throughout the country and through a profound encounter with Christ during St. John Paul II’s visit to St. Louis in 1999. He and his wife Liz have 4 children and are active parishioners of St. Justin Martyr in Sunset Hills, MO.

Archdiocese of St. Louis

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As Catholics in the Archdiocese of St. Louis, in communion with the Bishop of Rome, we are called by our Lord, Jesus Christ, to be His Church and live His Gospel. With joy, we strive to fulfill our Baptismal calling by prayer and worship, teaching and sharing our faith, serving others, and fostering unity in diversity. Guided by the Holy Spirit, we commit ourselves to the responsible stewardship of all God's gifts.