If you want to pull leadership lessons from the National Eucharistic Congress, listen to this podcast! Be the first to get updates on our new course for evangelization leaders by signing up for our newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/huntleyleadership/newsletter-sign-up ___ Check out Joel's first appearance on the podcast: https://youtu.be/cP5baSxSGlk?si=mKqdVZ4fBgu_Xdm7 Find more of Joel here: https://chasinghumility.com Find more on the National Eucharistic Revival here: https://www.eucharisticrevival.org ___ You can listen to the podcast weekly on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Listen on Spotify ⇥ https://spoti.fi/3PYXGa6 Listen on Apple ⇥ https://apple.co/3vjltcS Subscribe on YouTube ⇥ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB4bLgEpByyKb877dFdvNRA ___ Work with Huntley Leadership! Contact us to inquire about coaching or speaking ⇥ https://www.huntleyleadership.com/contact-us Visit our course website ⇥ https://courses.huntleyleadership.com ___ Connect with Huntley Leadership! Connect on LinkedIn ⇥ / huntleyleadership Follow on X ⇥ / ron_huntley Follow on Instagram ⇥ / huntleyleadership Follow on Facebook ⇥ / huntleyleadership Subscribe on YouTube channel ⇥ @huntleyleadership ___ QUESTION: What kinds of videos and podcasts would you like to see from us? ___ Summary In this conversation, Ron Huntley and Joel Stepanek discuss the profound experiences and challenges faced during the National Eucharistic Congress. Joel shares insights on leadership, the importance of faith in overcoming obstacles, and the dynamics of teamwork in executing a large-scale event. The discussion emphasizes the need for boldness in leadership, the significance of a clear vision, and the necessity of navigating team dynamics effectively to achieve collective goals. In this conversation, Joel and Ron explore the importance of accountability, creativity under pressure, and the ongoing movement of the National Eucharistic Revival. They discuss the need for community building within parishes, emphasizing the transition from being mere parishioners to forming genuine friendships. Joel shares insights on evolving personal ministry and leadership, highlighting the significance of strategic planning and cultural alignment in church organizations. The discussion culminates in a call to action for individuals to engage with their communities and live out their faith actively. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Leadership and the National Eucharistic Congress 01:02 Experiencing the National Eucharistic Congress 06:21 Trusting God in Doing Things Beyond Our Capacity 09:56 Mind Shifts in Joel's Leadership Roles 20:45 Harnessing Pressure for Creativity 25:25 The National Eucharistic Revival: A Movement, Not Just an Event 28:38 Building Community: From Parishioners to Friends 36:48 Evolving Personal Ministry and Leadership 45:03 Connecting and Engaging: The Path Forward