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AEI debate on religious charter schools features Managing Partner, Kathleen Porter-Magee
In our May edition of the First Fridays newsletter, we shared an update on St.…
Leadership in Complex Pastoring Situations
A Lesson from “A Pastor’s Toolbox” Vol. 2, Ch. 14 by Mark Mogilka For decades…
As belief in God Declines in U.S., Social Media Drives Baptisms Globally
We reported last month on efforts local Churches are making to re-engage young families and…
Faithful to the Mission: Adapting Refugee Support Ministry
For almost half a century, the Catholic Church, through the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops…
Catholic Charter Schools: A Crossroads for Mission and Funding
This week, the Supreme Court heard oral arguments in a potentially landmark case about whether…
Leadership Lessons from Pope Francis
From the moment Pope Francis stepped onto the balcony overlooking St. Peter’s Square wearing his…
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AEI debate on religious charter schools features Managing Partner, Kathleen Porter-Magee
In our May edition of the First Fridays newsletter, we…
Peter Denio Hosts Bob Bordone on “The Department of Nuance” Podcast
Our Senior Program Manager, Peter Denio, is back behind the…
Leadership Roundtable represented at NCADDHM Conference in Miami
Andrea Blanco, Program Manager of the Latino Pastoral Leaders Initiative…
Leadership Roundtable Partners in “Nuevo Momento” Initiative
The Clough School of Theology and Ministry at Boston College,…
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Leadership in Complex Pastoring Situations
A Lesson from “A Pastor’s Toolbox” Vol. 2, Ch. 14…
As belief in God Declines in U.S., Social Media Drives Baptisms Globally
We reported last month on efforts local Churches are making…
Faithful to the Mission: Adapting Refugee Support Ministry
For almost half a century, the Catholic Church, through the…
Leadership Lessons from Pope Francis
From the moment Pope Francis stepped onto the balcony overlooking…
Lessons from the Toolbox: Risk Management
A Lesson from “A Pastor’s Toolbox” Vol. 1 Ch. 6…
New Study Emphasizes the Necessity of Listening
Trust in all institutions — not just the Church —…
Latest Pew Study Shows Catholics Still Leaving the Church
Affiliation with the Catholic Church in the U.S. has been…
Practicing the Art of “Yes, and…” in the Workplace
Introduction: Synodal Listening Over the past several years, Catholics have…
Lessons from the Toolbox: Fundraising as a Ministry
A Lesson from “A Pastor’s Toolbox, Vol. 1” Ch. 8…
New Report Shows Decline in Clergy Abuse Allegations in the U.S.
In the two-decades since the Boston Globe published the landmark…
New Pastoral Plans in Several Dioceses Set the Stage for Synodal Leadership and Management
At the start of the new year, several U.S. dioceses…
Tutela Minorum Annual Report on Church Policies and Procedures for Safeguarding
The first “Annual Report on Church Policies and Procedures…
Lessons from the Toolbox: A Pastor’s Wellness
In our Up First section, we highlight the important…
Lessons from the Toolbox: Intercultural Competence for Ministry
Intercultural Competence for Ministry: Mapping the Road Ahead by Fr.…
Archdiocese of Los Angeles Reaches Historic Settlement with Abuse Victims
The Archdiocese of Los Angeles’ recent historic settlement with abuse…
Lessons from the Toolbox: Animating Your Ministry
A Lesson from “A Pastor’s Toolbox, Vol. 2,” Chapter 1…
Chatham University Report: Examining the Clinical Utility of Psychological Evaluations of Clergy Applicants in the Catholic Church
Each year, the Catholic Church in the United States spends…
Leadership Tip of the Month: A Synodal Leadership Reflection
Reflection is an essential process for transforming experiences into genuine…
Leadership Tip of the Month: Listening to Young Adults
Excerpt from “A Seminarian’s Toolbox”
A Seminarian’s Toolbox From Chapter 5: Intergenerational Ministry By Nicole…
The Power of Partnership: Growing and Thriving through Co-Responsible Leadership
Grounded in Partnership The notion of partnership, roundtable, and collaboration…
Core Concepts for Leadership Formation for a Synodal Church
Leadership formation for ordained and lay ministers looks different when…
BOOK RELEASE: Seminarian Edition of “A Pastor’s Toolbox” available from Liturgical Press
A new edition of Leadership Roundtable’s award-winning A Pastor’s Toolbox…
Practicing Synodal Listening
Synodality and synodal listening are ways of being, to which…
Commitments from the 2024 Catholic Partnership Summit
At the closing of each Catholic Partnership Summit, we make…
Leadership Tip of the Month: Creating a Space of Belonging
During Session 3 of the upcoming Catholic Partnership Summit, we…
Leadership Tip of the Month: Hope, Joy, Peace, and Love
Advent is the season we prepare our hearts for the…
Leadership Tip of the Month: Welcoming Young Adults
In the October episode of The Catholic Leaders Podcast, our…
Article: Local churches already exploring how synods can unite clergy, laity for mission
The Synod on Synodality has provided an opportunity for the…
USCCB publishes National Pastoral Plan for Hispanic/Latino Ministry
The recently published the National Pastoral Plan for Hispanic/Latino Ministry…
Curso de Liderazgo Sinodal en el Ministerio Pastoral
Este verano, Leadership Roundtable concluyó el primer curso de Liderazgo…
Synodal Leadership in Pastoral Ministry Course
This summer, Leadership Roundtable concluded the pilot of a Synodal…
Leadership Roundtable presenta en la conferencia anual de la Diocesan Information Solutions Community (DISC)
In response to requests to convene leaders of national Catholic…
5 pasos para una infraestructura ética eficaz
Como parte de su asamblea de verano, Chautauqua Institution invitó…
5 Steps for an Effective Ethical Infrastructure
As part of its 2023 nine-week summer assembly, Chautauqua Institution…
Leadership Roundtable urges fully implementing U.S. bishops’ guide for ongoing formation of priests
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Leadership Roundtable welcomed the vote Friday, June…
Leadership Tip: Welcoming Leadership
Leaders who are adept at making others feel welcome have…
Whole-Brain Thinking in Leadership
The ability to analyze issues using both left-brained and right-brained…
Conference of Major Superiors of Men Leadership Gathering
We were thrilled to once again sponsor and facilitate the…
Announcing the Catholic Leaders Podcast
We are thrilled to announce the upcoming launch of The…
Trust, Stewardship, and Synodality
Executive Summary of the 2021 Catholic Partnership Summit Building upon…
Stewardship of Financial Resources
As good stewards, we responsibly and ethically care for the…
Healing and Strengthening Our Catholic Community in the United States
Pope Francis has urged the Church to act as a…
Building Ethical Financial Management in the Church
During the 2020 Catholic Partnership Summit, Catholic leaders gave voice…
Leadership Roundtable calls for seminaries to implement new national benchmarks for sexual misconduct policies
Leadership Roundtable released the following statement from Partner Michael Brough,…
5 Tips for Pastoral Ministry Teams in Times of Crisis for Catholic Leaders
Pray Invite your team to pray on a regular…
5 Tips for Parish Financial Management in Times of Crisis for Catholic Leaders
Convene your parish finance council Review the current budget…
5 Tips for Diocesan Leaders in Times of Crisis
Create a Diocesan COVID-19 Response Team Form a team with…
5 Tips for Communications in Times of Crisis for Catholic Leaders
Follow your Crisis Communications Plan Dust off your crisis communications…
4 Tips for Hispanic/Latino Pastoral Ministry in Times of Crisis
Encounter Jesus Reach out to your pastoral leaders and parishioners…
4 Consejos para el Ministerio Pastoral Hispano/Latino en Tiempo de Crisis
1. Encuentro con Jesús Comuníquese con sus líderes pastorales y…
A Culture with Young Adult Catholics at the Leadership Table
Any transformation of Church culture must ensure a prominent leadership…
A Culture of Co-Responsible Governance and Leadership
The daunting task of innovating a new culture for the…
Scriptural Models of Catholic Leadership & Management
“I have given you a model to follow, so that…
Addressing the Twin Crises in the Catholic Church in the United States
The Twin Crises For years, Catholics have seen a disturbing…
Identifying the Root Causes of the Crises and the Culture Change Needed to Address Them
Horrific as the sexual abuse and leadership crises confronting the…
Next Steps for U.S. Bishops and Laity after Vatican Abuse Meeting
As bishops from around the world conclude the Vatican meeting…
“Catholics call the Pope and Bishops to reform the Church with a new culture of leadership that is transparent, accountable, and co-responsible”
A Statement from Leadership Roundtable on the Vatican Abuse Meeting…
Bishops called to respond to sexual abuse and leadership crises
Leadership Roundtable Statement on the USCCB Fall General Assembly Catholics…
Healthy leadership and management leads to a healthy Church
A statement in response to the Pennsylvania Grand Jury Report…
The Francis Effect and Changing the Church
Advancing Best Managerial and Leadership Practices Read here
Frameworks for Responding to the Crisis and Restoring Trust in Dioceses
The Catholic Church in the United States is facing a…
Six Reasons Why Some Chanceries Work Better than Others
While every chancery is unique, some clearly function better than…
The Standard for Excellence
Best Practices for a Mission Driven Church 2014 Annual Meeting…
Managing for Mission
Building Strategic Collaborations to Strengthen the Church 2012 Annual Meeting…
From Aspirations to Action
Solutions for America’s Catholic Schools 2011 Annual Meeting Read here
A Blueprint for Responsibility
Responding to Crises with Collaborative Solutions Annual Meeting 2010 Read…
Clarity, Candor, and Conviction
Effective Communication for a Global Church Annual Meeting 2009 Read…
AEI debate on religious charter schools features Managing Partner, Kathleen Porter-Magee
In our May edition of the First Fridays newsletter, we…
Catholic Charter Schools: A Crossroads for Mission and Funding
This week, the Supreme Court heard oral arguments in a…
The Past, Present, and Future of Catholic Education in the U.S.
The story of Catholic education in the U.S. is one…
Survey Offers Critical Insight into Family Engagement in the Church
A recent survey of parents across the U.S. has shed…
Revitalizing Catholic Schools: Facilitating Discussions to Reinvigorate Catholic Education in America
When Leadership Roundtable formed an advisory committee of bishops in…
From Aspirations to Action
Solutions for America’s Catholic Schools 2011 Annual Meeting Read here
Honoring Kerry Robinson’s Service to Leadership Roundtable
The spirit of co-responsibility is at the heart of Leadership…
2024 J. Donald Monan, SJ Distinguished Catholic Philanthropy Medal
About the Monan Medal Leadership Roundtable presents the J. Donald…
Navigating Life’s Transitions
In preparing for the 2024 Catholic Partnership Summit, the ten…
Young Adults Want to Be Part of the Church
Across the world, Catholic leaders have identified a need for…
On the Journey with Young Adults
Sr. Teresa Maya, CCVI, reflects on her experience at the…
Executive Summary from the 2024 Catholic Partnership Summit
We are excited to share an executive summary of the…
Revitalizing Catholic Schools: Facilitating Discussions to Reinvigorate Catholic Education in America
When Leadership Roundtable formed an advisory committee of bishops in…
Young Adult Advisory Committee: Engaging Young Leaders in Planning the 2024 Catholic Partnership Summit
As Leadership Roundtable prepared for our 2024 Catholic Partnership Summit…
Catholic Leaders Circle: A Space to Listen, Learn, and Grow Together
When the COVID-19 pandemic caused much of the world to…
Latino Pastoral Leaders: Communion in Mission: Growing Community Among Hispanic/Latino Catholic Leaders
Nestled amidst the serene landscape of the Bon Secours Retreat…
Summit Table Discussion Guidelines
During our Catholic Partnership Summits, we utilize a synodal approach…
Practicing Synodal Listening
Synodality and synodal listening are ways of being, to which…
Commitments from the 2024 Catholic Partnership Summit
At the closing of each Catholic Partnership Summit, we make…
Media Coverage of the 2024 Catholic Partnership Summit
The 2024 Catholic Partnership Summit has caught the attention of…
Boston College: Catholic Partnership Summit: Co-Responsibility in the Catholic Church
It was a joy to have so many amazing young…
The Boston Pilot: From Cardinal Seán’s Blog
We were honored to have Cardinal Seán O’Malley with us…
Georgetown University: A Listening Church in a Divided Nation with Cardinal Wilton Gregory
At the 2024 Catholic Partnership Summit, attendees had the unique…
Today’s American Catholic: “A Listening Church in a Divided Nation” facilitates intergenerational dialogue
At the 2024 Catholic Partnership Summit, attendees had the unique…
Catholic Standard: In podcast, Cardinal Gregory and young adults reflect on becoming ‘a listening Church in a divided nation’
At the 2024 Catholic Partnership Summit, attendees had the unique…
Commonweal: Reflection for the Third Sunday of Lent
We were honored to have Claudia Avila Cosnahan join us…
Leadership Tip of the Month: Creating a Space of Belonging
During Session 3 of the upcoming Catholic Partnership Summit, we…
Catholic Schools Revitalization Convening
Leadership Roundtable convened nearly 80 Catholic leaders invested in the…
Latino Pastoral Leaders National Gathering 2023
Nestled amidst the serene landscape of the Bon Secours Retreat…
Leadership Roundtable presenta en la conferencia anual de la Diocesan Information Solutions Community (DISC)
In response to requests to convene leaders of national Catholic…
Rooneys, Langones receive Monan Medal for church philanthropy
At the 2022 Catholic Partnership Summit, we honored two distinct…
Monan Medal for Church Philanthropy at the 2022 Catholic Partnership Summit
At the 2022 Catholic Partnership Summit, we honored two distinct…
Cardinal Mario Grech Calls For ‘Synod of Synodality’ at the Catholic Partnership Summit
At the 2022 Catholic Partnership Summit, Cardinal Mario Grech gave…
The Francis Effect Podcast: Episode 2210
The 2022 Catholic Partnership Summit was the first major gathering…
Head of Vatican Synod office: ‘Let us trust in our people’
At the 2022 Catholic Partnership Summit, Cardinal Mario Grech joined…
Vatican’s synod chief tells U.S. Church leaders to ‘listen to others’
We were honored that Cardinal Mario Grech addressed the Catholic…
U.S. Catholic Leaders to gather in D.C. to discuss synodal leadership, unity
A Press Release from Leadership Roundtable, September 2022 Read here.
Trust, Stewardship, and Synodality
Executive Summary of the 2021 Catholic Partnership Summit Building upon…
Stewardship of People
“People are the Church’s most important asset,” said Mar Muñoz-Visoso…
Stewardship of Financial Resources
As good stewards, we responsibly and ethically care for the…
Healing and Strengthening Our Catholic Community in the United States
Pope Francis has urged the Church to act as a…
Executive Summary of the 2021 Catholic Partnership Summit
Building upon the last two Catholic Partnership Summits, Leadership Roundtable…
Building Ethical Financial Management in the Church
During the 2020 Catholic Partnership Summit, Catholic leaders gave voice…
A Culture with Young Adult Catholics at the Leadership Table
Any transformation of Church culture must ensure a prominent leadership…
A Culture of Ethical Financial Management and Stewardship
To regain the trust of the People of God and…
A Culture of Co-Responsible Governance and Leadership
The daunting task of innovating a new culture for the…
Envisioning a New Culture of Leadership
The twin crises of abuse and leadership failure have prompted…
Scriptural Models of Catholic Leadership & Management
“I have given you a model to follow, so that…
Opportunity in the Midst of Crisis
Serving Those Most in Need During the Pandemic Today, we…
Hope for the Future
2020 Catholic Partnership Summit elevates young leaders’ voices, leaves global…
A View from Rome
Welcoming leaders in Rome to the Catholic Partnership Summit Overlooking…
University Working Groups
Over the summer, we convened ten Catholic college and university…
Identifying the Root Causes of the Crises and the Culture Change Needed to Address Them
Horrific as the sexual abuse and leadership crises confronting the…
Promoting a New Culture of Leadership
From the searching discussions among Catholic Church leaders at the…
Leadership Roundtable to Hold Summit to Address Twin Crises of Abuse and Leadership in Catholic Church
Papal Nuncio, Cardinal Cupich, Cardinal O’Malley, Cardinal Tobin and other…
National Symposium on Hispanic Leadership and Philanthropy for a 21st Century Church
This week, the Leadership Roundtable hosted its 12th national gathering…
The Standard for Excellence
Best Practices for a Mission Driven Church 2014 Annual Meeting…
Managing for Mission
Building Strategic Collaborations to Strengthen the Church 2012 Annual Meeting…
From Aspirations to Action
Solutions for America’s Catholic Schools 2011 Annual Meeting Read here
A Blueprint for Responsibility
Responding to Crises with Collaborative Solutions Annual Meeting 2010 Read…
Bishops Meet to Deal with Tough Financial Environment
Nearly forty Roman Catholic bishops gathered for a discussion with…
Clarity, Candor, and Conviction
Effective Communication for a Global Church Annual Meeting 2009 Read…
SEEK25 Conference Engages Record Number of Young Catholics
At a time when disaffiliation from the faith is on…
ESTEEM Receives Grant through Lilly Endowment and the McGrath Institute for Church Life
ESTEEM (Engaging Students to Enliven the Ecclesial Mission), a…
ESTEEM Uplifts Young Adult Leaders at National Capstone Conference
This month, 85 young adults from 10 universities across the…
ESTEEM Hosts 2022 Capstone
ESTEEM (Engaging Students to Enliven the Ecclesial Mission), our partner…
Hope for the Future
2020 Catholic Partnership Summit elevates young leaders’ voices, leaves global…
Leadership Roundtable Presents at the Diocesan Information Solutions Community (DISC) Annual Conference
Leadership Roundtable was honored to present at this year’s Diocesan…
Stewardship of People
“People are the Church’s most important asset,” said Mar Muñoz-Visoso…
Stewardship of Financial Resources
As good stewards, we responsibly and ethically care for the…
Building Ethical Financial Management in the Church
During the 2020 Catholic Partnership Summit, Catholic leaders gave voice…
A Culture of Ethical Financial Management and Stewardship
To regain the trust of the People of God and…
AEI debate on religious charter schools features Managing Partner, Kathleen Porter-Magee
In our May edition of the First Fridays newsletter, we…
Peter Denio Hosts Bob Bordone on “The Department of Nuance” Podcast
Our Senior Program Manager, Peter Denio, is back behind the…
Leadership Roundtable represented at NCADDHM Conference in Miami
Andrea Blanco, Program Manager of the Latino Pastoral Leaders Initiative…
Leadership Roundtable Partners in “Nuevo Momento” Initiative
The Clough School of Theology and Ministry at Boston College,…
Kathleen Porter-Magee Named Managing Partner of Leadership Roundtable
WASHINGTON, D.C. —The Board of Directors of Leadership Roundtable has…
Peter Denio Speaks at Paulist Summit on Polarization
At the inaugural Paulist Summit on Polarization, Peter Denio, Leadership…
Media Coverage of the 2024 Catholic Partnership Summit
The 2024 Catholic Partnership Summit has caught the attention of…
Boston College: Catholic Partnership Summit: Co-Responsibility in the Catholic Church
It was a joy to have so many amazing young…
The Boston Pilot: From Cardinal Seán’s Blog
We were honored to have Cardinal Seán O’Malley with us…
Georgetown University: A Listening Church in a Divided Nation with Cardinal Wilton Gregory
At the 2024 Catholic Partnership Summit, attendees had the unique…
Today’s American Catholic: “A Listening Church in a Divided Nation” facilitates intergenerational dialogue
At the 2024 Catholic Partnership Summit, attendees had the unique…
Catholic Standard: In podcast, Cardinal Gregory and young adults reflect on becoming ‘a listening Church in a divided nation’
At the 2024 Catholic Partnership Summit, attendees had the unique…
Commonweal: Reflection for the Third Sunday of Lent
We were honored to have Claudia Avila Cosnahan join us…
Leadership Roundtable Launches Fully Bilingual Website
We are excited to announce the launch of our fully…
Announcing Spanish and Seminarian versions of “A Pastor’s Toolbox”
Since the founding of Leadership Roundtable, our focus has been…
Article: Local churches already exploring how synods can unite clergy, laity for mission
The Synod on Synodality has provided an opportunity for the…
Kerry Robinson pasará a formar parte de la junta directiva de Leadership Roundtable y asumirá el cargo de presidenta y directora general de Catholic Charities USA
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Tras casi dos décadas de servicio…
Kerry Robinson to transition to Board of Leadership Roundtable, assume role as President and CEO of Catholic Charities USA
WASHINGTON, D.C. — After nearly two decades serving in…
Article: Pastors are like TV showrunners. They need training.
Recently Vanity Fair released an excerpt from Burn It Down,…
2023 Mother Ursula Infante Memorial Lecture
This month, our Executive Partner Kerry Robinson was also featured…
Meet our Newest Staff Member!
Join us in welcoming our newest staff member, Leslie Rodriguez!…
The Case for Women in Catholic Church Leadership
The Synod has shown that, universally, Catholics value seeing women…
Rooneys, Langones receive Monan Medal for church philanthropy
At the 2022 Catholic Partnership Summit, we honored two distinct…
Monan Medal for Church Philanthropy at the 2022 Catholic Partnership Summit
At the 2022 Catholic Partnership Summit, we honored two distinct…
Cardinal Mario Grech Calls For ‘Synod of Synodality’ at the Catholic Partnership Summit
At the 2022 Catholic Partnership Summit, Cardinal Mario Grech gave…
The Francis Effect Podcast: Episode 2210
The 2022 Catholic Partnership Summit was the first major gathering…
Owners of the Pittsburgh Steelers, Home Depot co-founder honored for Catholic philanthropy
A press release from Leadership Roundtable, September 2022 Click here…
Head of Vatican Synod office: ‘Let us trust in our people’
At the 2022 Catholic Partnership Summit, Cardinal Mario Grech joined…
Vatican’s synod chief tells U.S. Church leaders to ‘listen to others’
We were honored that Cardinal Mario Grech addressed the Catholic…
U.S. Catholic leaders respond to Synod synthesis, develop recommendations for synodal leadership
A Press Release from Leadership Roundtable, September 2022 Click here…
U.S. Catholic Leaders to gather in D.C. to discuss synodal leadership, unity
A Press Release from Leadership Roundtable, September 2022 Read here.
In candor and charity
Since our inception, Leadership Roundtable has been committed to synodal…
Hispanic Leaders gather at Raíces y Alas Congress
In spring 2022, our Executive Partner, Michael Brough, and Latino…
Vatican reforms hailed as breakthrough for laity, despite open questions
As our Executive Partner, Kerry Robinson shared with National Catholic…
Church’s multiyear initiatives on synodality, Laudato Si’ and Eucharist intertwine
As our Executive Partner, Kerry Robinson shared with the National…
Leadership Roundtable commits to fully bilingual communications starting in mid-2022, partners with Crimsonbridge Foundation
A Press Release from Leadership Roundtable, February 2022. Read here.
Glendale Heights pastor, parishioner complete national Hispanic leadership training
A Glendale Heights pastor completed the Latino Pastoral Leaders program…
Leadership Roundtable expands Latino Pastoral Leaders Initiative with new cohort in Austin
A Press Release from Leadership Roundtable, January 2022. Read here.
Diocese of Joliet concludes Hispanic leadership training
As our Latino Pastoral Leaders Initiative continues to expand, we…
“Catholics call the Pope and Bishops to reform the Church with a new culture of leadership that is transparent, accountable, and co-responsible”
A Statement from Leadership Roundtable on the Vatican Abuse Meeting…
Bishops called to respond to sexual abuse and leadership crises
Leadership Roundtable Statement on the USCCB Fall General Assembly Catholics…
The Francis Effect and Changing the Church
Advancing Best Managerial and Leadership Practices Read here
Leadership in Complex Pastoring Situations
A Lesson from “A Pastor’s Toolbox” Vol. 2, Ch. 14…
Celebrating the Conclusion of the Latino Pastoral Leaders Initiative Cohort in the Archdiocese of Santa Fe
We’re excited to announce the successful completion of the fourth…
WATCH: The Importance of Leadership Formation for Hispanic/Latino Catholics
Today, Hispanic Catholics make up nearly 40% of the U.S.…
Lessons from the Toolbox: Risk Management
A Lesson from “A Pastor’s Toolbox” Vol. 1 Ch. 6…
Santa Fe Latino Pastoral Leaders Cohort Complete Catholic Leadership 360, Catholic Standards for Excellence Training
In September, we launched our fourth Latino Pastoral Leaders cohort…
Lessons from the Toolbox: Parish Planning
Parish Planning by Jim Lundholm-Eades A Lesson from “A Pastor’s…
Lessons from the Toolbox: Implications of Pastoral Councils
As the global Church embraces the call to synodality, in…
Lessons from the Toolbox: A Pastor’s Wellness
In our Up First section, we highlight the important…
Latino Pastoral Leaders Initiative Expands to the Archdiocese of Santa Fe
This September, we launched our fourth cohort of the Latino…
Lessons from the Toolbox: Intercultural Competence for Ministry
Intercultural Competence for Ministry: Mapping the Road Ahead by Fr.…
Lessons from the Toolbox: Animating Your Ministry
A Lesson from “A Pastor’s Toolbox, Vol. 2,” Chapter 1…
United In Christ: A Pastoral Letter Introducing a Pastoral Plan for the Diocese of Wilmington
Since assuming the role of Bishop of the Diocese of…
Catholic Standards for Excellence: Equipping Leaders, Empowering Communities
Catholic Standards for Excellence is a comprehensive set of managerial…
Excerpt from “A Seminarian’s Toolbox”
A Seminarian’s Toolbox From Chapter 5: Intergenerational Ministry By Nicole…
Tailored Transformation: Strengthening Catholic Boards for Enhanced Governance and Impact
Effective board formation has long been recognized as an essential…
Supporting Transformation in the Diocese of Wilmington
In 2021, the Diocese of Wilmington joined with hundreds of…
Latino Pastoral Leaders: Communion in Mission: Growing Community Among Hispanic/Latino Catholic Leaders
Nestled amidst the serene landscape of the Bon Secours Retreat…
Embracing Synodal Leadership: Equipping Pastoral Leaders to Lead in a Synodal Church
The call to synodality by Pope Francis has reverberated across…
BOOK RELEASE: Spanish Edition of “A Pastor’s Toolbox” available from Liturgical Press
A Spanish edition of Leadership Roundtable’s award-winning A Pastor’s Toolbox…
BOOK RELEASE: Seminarian Edition of “A Pastor’s Toolbox” available from Liturgical Press
A new edition of Leadership Roundtable’s award-winning A Pastor’s Toolbox…
Latino Pastoral Leaders Impact Report 2023
We are pleased to share the 2023 Impact Report for…
Latino Pastoral Leaders National Gathering 2023
Nestled amidst the serene landscape of the Bon Secours Retreat…
Anuniciando nuevas versiones de “A Pastor’s Toolbox”
Desde la fundación de Leadership Roundtable, nuestro enfoque ha sido…
Formación de gestión y liderazgo pastoral para la Provincia de Baltimore de los Redentoristas
Debido a un nuevo mandato de formación continua de liderazgo…
Announcing Spanish and Seminarian versions of “A Pastor’s Toolbox”
Since the founding of Leadership Roundtable, our focus has been…
Pastoral Leadership and Management Formation for the Redemptorist Province of Baltimore
Due to a new mandate for ongoing leadership formation from…
Formación de diáconos en transición en la Immaculate Conception Seminary School of Theology en Seton Hall University, New Jersey
Durante los últimos nueve años, Leadership Roundtable ha colaborado con…
Synodal Leadership in Pastoral Ministry Course
This summer, Leadership Roundtable concluded the pilot of a Synodal…
Transitional Deacons Formation at Immaculate Conception Seminary School of Theology at Seton Hall University, NJ
For the last nine years, Leadership Roundtable has partnered with…
Sirviendo a juntas directivas católicas a través del entrenamiento y la formación
Con el objetivo de aclarar las distintas funciones de gobierno…
Serving Catholic Boards through Training and Formation
With a focus on clarifying the distinct roles of governance…
Toolbox for Pastoral Management nacional en el Seminario del Sagrado Corazón, Wisconsin
“Tan a menudo el ministerio parroquial se trata de sobrevivir…
National Toolbox for Pastoral Management at Sacred Heart Seminary, Wis.
“So often parish ministry is about surviving external and internal…
Formación de liderazgo pastoral en la arquidiócesis de Hartford
Actualmente, el 95% de los sacerdotes activos de la arquidiócesis…
Pastoral Formation in the Archdiocese of Hartford
As of today, 95% of active priests in the Archdiocese…
There’s still time! Join the National Toolbox for Pastoral Management
There are still places available for our national Toolbox for…
Join the Summer National Cohort of Catholic Leadership 360
Registration for the next online Catholic Leadership 360 cohort is…
Latino Pastoral Leaders Impact Report 2022
We are pleased to share with you the annual Latino…
Core Elements of the Latino Pastoral Leaders Initiative
In developing the Latino Pastoral Leaders Initiative, Leadership Roundtable worked…
Ongoing Leadership Formation
In addition to welcoming and including those of diverse cultural…
Elevating the Voices of Hispanic/Latino Leaders
Leadership Roundtable created the Latino Pastoral Leaders Initiative in response…
Hispanic/Latino Catholics in the U.S. Church
The number of Hispanic/Latino Catholics continues to rise in the…
Forming the emerging Hispanic leadership of the Church
“I learned that Church leaders of the future will be,…
Catholic Leadership 360 Bilingual Cohort in the Archdiocese of Indianapolis
On Saturday, January 14, we proudly launched the Catholic Leadership…
Catholic Leadership 360 National Cohort
Feedback matters. It is a critical ingredient in effective leadership.…
Glendale Heights pastor, parishioner complete national Hispanic leadership training
A Glendale Heights pastor completed the Latino Pastoral Leaders program…
Leadership Roundtable expands Latino Pastoral Leaders Initiative with new cohort in Austin
A Press Release from Leadership Roundtable, January 2022. Read here.
Diocese of Joliet concludes Hispanic leadership training
As our Latino Pastoral Leaders Initiative continues to expand, we…
The Time is Now
Latino Pastoral Leaders Initiative addresses growing need for pastoral formation…
Flexibility, Foundation, and Faith on the Frontier
How online leadership training enabled the Diocese of Cheyenne to…
The Mission Management Model
Toward a New Culture of Leadership Catholic leaders recognize that…
Leadership Roundtable’s Impact in a Diocese
What happens when an experienced pastor is reassigned to another…
How a Conversation led to Transformation
How a conversation in the Diocese of Knoxville led to…
First Catholic Parish to be Awarded Seal of Excellence
Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Hoboken, New Jersey…
Six Reasons Why Some Chanceries Work Better than Others
While every chancery is unique, some clearly function better than…
Bishops Meet to Deal with Tough Financial Environment
Nearly forty Roman Catholic bishops gathered for a discussion with…
New Study Emphasizes the Necessity of Listening
Trust in all institutions — not just the Church —…
Practicing the Art of “Yes, and…” in the Workplace
Introduction: Synodal Listening Over the past several years, Catholics have…
Pope Francis Appoints More Women to Top Leadership Roles
The recent appointment of Sister Simona Brambilla as the first…
New Pastoral Plans in Several Dioceses Set the Stage for Synodal Leadership and Management
At the start of the new year, several U.S. dioceses…
On the Journey with Young Adults
Sr. Teresa Maya, CCVI, reflects on her experience at the…
Accountability, Evaluation, and Transparency: Pillars of a Synodal Church
In an historic speech at the Synod’s close, Pope…
Synod Takeaway: Laity Participation in Bishop Selections
The Final Document from the Synod includes many recommendations to…
Rebuilding Trust and the Role of the Church in Addressing Mental Health
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