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Leadership Roundtable represented at NCADDHM Conference in Miami
Andrea Blanco, Program Manager of the Latino Pastoral Leaders Initiative at Leadership Roundtable, presented…
Latino Pastoral Leaders Initiative Expands to the Archdiocese of Santa Fe
This September, we launched our fourth cohort of the Latino Pastoral Leaders Initiative in…
Lessons from the Toolbox: Intercultural Competence for Ministry
Intercultural Competence for Ministry: Mapping the Road Ahead by Fr. Allan Figueroa Deck A Lesson…
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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 Parnership 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…
Article: New initiative cultivates ministerial leadership roles within U.S. Catholic Hispanic population
BOSTON — Throughout the last few years, Hispanics Catholics have…
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Archdiocese of Los Angeles Reaches Historic Settlement with Abuse Victims
The Archdiocese of Los Angeles’ recent historic settlement with abuse…
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
The Power of Partnership: Growing and Thriving through Co-Responsible Leadership
Grounded in Partnership The notion of partnership, roundtable, and collaboration…
Leadership Tip of the Month: Practical Tools for Advocacy and Leadership
On the Season 2 premiere episode of The Catholic Leaders…
Core Concepts for Leadership Formation for a Synodal Church
Leadership formation for ordained and lay ministers looks different when…
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…
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…
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 Roundtable launches fully bilingual website
We are excited to announce the launch of our fully…
Consejo de liderazgo del mes: Dando la bienvenida a jóvenes adultos
En el episodio de octubre de The Catholic Leaders Podcast,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Catholic Schools Revitalization Convening
Leadership Roundtable convened nearly 80 Catholic leaders invested in the…
Leadership Roundtable urges fully implementing U.S. bishops’ guide for ongoing formation of priests
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Leadership Roundtable welcomed the vote Friday, June…
Conference of Major Superiors of Men Leadership Gathering
We were thrilled to once again sponsor and facilitate the…
Bishops Meet to Deal with Tough Financial Environment
Nearly forty Roman Catholic bishops gathered for a discussion with…
Latino Pastoral Leaders: Communion in Mission: Growing Community Among Hispanic/Latino Catholic Leaders
Nestled amidst the serene landscape of the Bon Secours Retreat…
Join the Summer National Cohort of Catholic Leadership 360
Registration for the next online Catholic Leadership 360 cohort is…
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.…
Catholic Standards for Excellence: Equipping Leaders, Empowering Communities
Catholic Standards for Excellence is a comprehensive set of managerial…
Tailored Transformation: Strengthening Catholic Boards for Enhanced Governance and Impact
Effective board formation has long been recognized as an essential…
Flexibility, Foundation, and Faith on the Frontier
How online leadership training enabled the Diocese of Cheyenne to…
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…
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…
Executive Summary Offers 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…
ESTEEM Uplifts Young Adult Leaders at National Capstone Conference
This month, 85 young adults from 10 universities across the…
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 Parnership 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…
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…
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…
Six Reasons Why Some Chanceries Work Better than Others
While every chancery is unique, some clearly function better than…
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…
A Culture with Young Adult Catholics at the Leadership Table
Any transformation of Church culture must ensure a prominent leadership…
Hope for the Future
2020 Catholic Partnership Summit elevates young leaders’ voices, leaves global…
Michael Brough Joins Discerning Leadership in Rome
This month, our Executive Partner, Michael Brough, joined over two…
Kerry Robinson joins the All-Africa Conference: Sister to Sister
Our Executive Partner, Kerry Robinson, recently spoke about leadership, sustainability,…
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 Parnership 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…
Article: New initiative cultivates ministerial leadership roles within U.S. Catholic Hispanic population
BOSTON — Throughout the last few years, Hispanics Catholics have…
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…
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…
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…
Bishops Meet to Deal with Tough Financial Environment
Nearly forty Roman Catholic bishops gathered for a discussion with…
Leadership Roundtable represented at NCADDHM Conference in Miami
Andrea Blanco, Program Manager of the Latino Pastoral Leaders…
Latino Pastoral Leaders Initiative Expands to the Archdiocese of Santa Fe
This September, we launched our fourth cohort of the…
Lessons from the Toolbox: Intercultural Competence for Ministry
Intercultural Competence for Ministry: Mapping the Road Ahead by Fr.…
Leadership Roundtable Partners in “Nuevo Momento” Initiative
The Clough School of Theology and Ministry at Boston College,…
Investing in Social Change: The Crimsonbridge Foundation
The Impact of Philanthropy In 2015, Gabriela Smith founded Crimsonbridge…
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…
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…
Leadership Roundtable launches fully bilingual website
We are excited to announce the launch of our fully…
Anuniciando nuevas versiones de “A Pastor’s Toolbox”
Desde la fundación de Leadership Roundtable, nuestro enfoque ha sido…
Article: New initiative cultivates ministerial leadership roles within U.S. Catholic Hispanic population
BOSTON — Throughout the last few years, Hispanics Catholics have…
Announcing Spanish and Seminarian versions of “A Pastor’s Toolbox”
Since the founding of Leadership Roundtable, our focus has been…
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…
Latino Pastoral Leaders Impact Report 2022
We are pleased to share with you the annual Latino…
Aprender de lo que Funciona
Un elemento esencial de la Iniciativa de Líderes Pastorales Latinos…
Elementos Centrales de la Iniciativa de Líderes Pastorales Latinos
Al desarrollar la Iniciativa de Líderes Pastorales Latinos, Leadership Roundtable…
Constructores de Puentes
La creciente diversidad cultural de la Iglesia en Estados Unidos…
Elevando las Voces de los Líderes Hispanos/ Latinos
Leadership Roundtable creó la Iniciativa de Líderes Pastorales Latinos en…
Católicos Hispanos/Latinos en la Iglesia de USA
El número de Católicos Hispanos/Latinos sigue aumentando en la Iglesia…
Formando el Liderazgo Hispano Emergente de la Iglesia
“Aprendí que los líderes de la Iglesia del futuro serán,…
Learning from What Works
An essential element of the Latino Pastoral Leaders Initiative is…
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…
Hispanic Leaders gather at Raíces y Alas Congress
In spring 2022, our Executive Partner, Michael Brough, and Latino…
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…
The Time is Now
Latino Pastoral Leaders Initiative addresses growing need for pastoral formation…
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…
National Symposium on Hispanic Leadership and Philanthropy for a 21st Century Church
This week, the Leadership Roundtable hosted its 12th national gathering…
Sirviendo a juntas directivas católicas a través del entrenamiento y la formación
Con el objetivo de aclarar las distintas funciones de…
Serving Catholic Boards through Training and Formation
With a focus on clarifying the distinct roles of…
Flexibility, Foundation, and Faith on the Frontier
How online leadership training enabled the Diocese of Cheyenne to…
Sirviendo a juntas directivas católicas a través del entrenamiento y la formación
Con el objetivo de aclarar las distintas funciones de…
Serving Catholic Boards through Training and Formation
With a focus on clarifying the distinct roles of…
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…
Supporting Transformation in the Diocese of Wilmington
In 2021, the Diocese of Wilmington joined with hundreds of…
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…
Tania Tetlow on The Catholic Leaders Podcast
Tania Tetlow grew up in a uniquely Catholic and Jesuit-influenced…
Chris Lowney on The Catholic Leaders Podcast
Throughout his life and career in both corporate and nonprofit…
Kendra Davenport on The Catholic Leaders Podcast
Since getting her first job in development right after graduating…
Dr. Carol Zinn, SSJ on The Catholic Leaders Podcast
“Have you ever thought about being a sister?” That simple…
Dr. Hosffman Ospino on The Catholic Leaders Podcast
Moments when success may seem elusive are moments where Dr.…
The Catholic Leaders Podcast: Inspiring Leaders Inspiring Listeners
Since our inception, Leadership Roundtable has engaged in conversations with…
Leadership Tip of the Month: Practical Tools for Advocacy and Leadership
On the Season 2 premiere episode of The Catholic Leaders…
Gloria Purvis on The Catholic Leaders Podcast
Gloria Purvis didn’t set out to be an author, commentator,…
The Catholic Leaders Podcast Returns for Season 2
Season 2 of The Catholic Leaders Podcast is here! This…
The Catholic Leaders Podcast Season 1 Finale
Our hosts, Kim Smolik and Kerry Robinson, conclude the first…
Dr. Nicola Brady on The Catholic Leaders Podcast
In this month’s episode of The Catholic Leaders Podcast, we…
Consejo de liderazgo del mes: Dando la bienvenida a jóvenes adultos
En el episodio de octubre de The Catholic Leaders Podcast,…
Ellen Koneck on The Catholic Leaders Podcast
In this month’s episode features Ellen Koneck, the Executive Director…
Leadership Tip of the Month: Welcoming Young Adults
In the October episode of The Catholic Leaders Podcast, our…
Sr. Nathalie Becquart, XMCJ on The Catholic Leaders Podcast
On our latest episode of The Catholic Leaders Podcast, we…
Kathleen McChesney on The Catholic Leaders Podcast
We are thrilled to share another inspiring episode of The…
Amy Goldman on The Catholic Leaders Podcast
Welcome to The Catholic Leaders Podcast! This month, our Executive…
Sr. Teresa Maya, CCVI on The Catholic Leaders Podcast
Welcome to The Catholic Leaders Podcast! In this episode, our…
Fr. James Martin on The Catholic Leaders Podcast
Welcome to The Catholic Leaders Podcast! In this episode, our…
Kim Daniels on The Catholic Leaders Podcast
IT’S HERE! The first full episode of The Catholic Leaders…
Announcing the Catholic Leaders Podcast
We are thrilled to announce the upcoming launch of The…
Executive Summary Offers from the 2024 Catholic Partnership Summit
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Young Adult Advisory Committee: Engaging Young Leaders in Planning the 2024 Catholic Partnership Summit
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U.S. Catholic Leaders to gather in D.C. to discuss synodal leadership, unity
A Press Release from Leadership Roundtable, September 2022 Read here.
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“Tan a menudo el ministerio parroquial se trata de sobrevivir…
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