The Follow to Lead Podcast

Follow to Lead with Guest Dr. Clare Kilbane

On this episode of Follow to lead, we will be talking with Dr. Clare Kilbane, Professor of the Practice at the University of Notre Dame affiliated with the McGrath Institute for Church Life at Notre Dame. Clare began her career as a teacher at St. James the Less Elementary School in Columbus, Ohio. Prior to joining the McGrath Institute a little more than two years ago, Clare spent twenty years as a professor of education at four different universities.  She has authored many books and articles as well as multimedia materials. Clare earned her Ph.D. in Educational Evaluation from the University of Virginia. During this program, we’ll not only get to know more about this leader in Catholic Education but also take a look at the great things being done for teachers and schools through the McGrath Institute.

Follow to Lead with Guests Elizabeth and Joe Nava

On this episode of Follow to Lead, we’ll be talking with Elizabeth and Joe Nava from Dallas, Texas. Joe is a Math Teacher, Math Department Head and Campus Minister for Jesuit Dallas, where he has taught for 14 years. Elizabeth taught for five years in Catholic Schools and left to raise their children. However, she is still very involved in Catholic Education in her local school, where she serves on the Board of Education and in connecting with other Catholic Educators, especially using social media. They are both “domers” - graduates of the University of Notre Dame. Join us as we look at Catholic Education in the trenches - both in school and in the domestic church.

Follow to Lead with guest Dr. John James

This week on Follow to Lead we will be talking with a leader in Catholic Education who is on the cutting edge of equipping school leaders for today as well as the future of Catholic Education. Dr. John James is an Associate Professor in the Department of Education and the Director of the Institute for Catholic Education at Saint Louis University in Saint Louis, Missouri. He has 31 years of experience in Catholic education, which includes serving as a high school teacher, department chair, and principal as well as president of a K-12 school system. He has been with Saint Louis University for 18 years. Please join us this week for a stimulating discussion and some great insights on Follow to Lead.

Follow to Lead with guest Chris Magruder

On this edition of "Follow to Lead” we’ll be talking with Chris Magruder. She is the Executive Producer of “The Veil Removed,” an amazing multimedia experience that reveals the coming together of heaven and earth at Mass, as seen by saints and mystics, revealed by scripture and in the catechism of the Catholic Church. 

Chris’ own story of renewal is inspiring. A cradle Catholic, her faith really came alive when she was  in her 20’s and has led her to some exciting ministry opportunities including radio, podcasting and producing this internationally recognized short film that is approaching 2 million views. You can watch “The Veil Removed” for free by going to https://theveilremoved.com/. Please join us this week as we chat with Chris Magruder on this edition of “Follow to Lead."

 

Follow to Lead with guest Andrea Chavez-Kopp

In this episode of Follow to Lead we will be talking with Andrea Chavez-Kopp, who is the Chief Learning Officer for The Procedo Project, which seeks to partner with schools to develop, implement and curate innovative models of Catholic education. Andrea is a 20-year veteran in Catholic Education and Youth Ministry. Recognizing the changing landscape of Catholic Education, the Procedo Project has become a key resource for schools across the country in bringing innovation to the classroom while strengthening Catholic Identity. Please join us for this encouraging and insightful edition of Follow to Lead.

 

Follow to Lead with guest Sister Josephine Garrett

This week on Follow to Lead we’ll be talking with Sister Josephine Garrett, who is with the Sisters of of the Holy Family of Nazareth. Sr. Josephine is a native Texan and currently assigned to the Cathedral School in Tyler, Texas. Raised a Baptist, she is a convert to the Catholic faith and had a ten year career in banking before entering religious life. Sr. Josephine is currently featured in one of the OSV Video Talks from the Our Sunday Visitor Institute. Please join us for an inspiring and invigorating discussion on her conversion story, religious life, and her work as a counselor in Catholic Education on this week’s Follow to Lead.

Follow to Lead with guests Bill and Nancy Bandzuch - Part Two

This week on "Follow to Lead," we present Part Two of our interview with Bill and Nancy Bandzuch of Catholic Sprouts. If you haven’t listened to Part One, we encourage you to do so before listening or viewing this podcast. Catholic Sprouts is a ministry to families that includes a daily podcast and other resources to help parents plant seeds of faith in the hearts of their children.

Follow to Lead with guests Bill and Nancy Bandzuch - Part One

In this week’s episode of "Follow to Lead," we are presenting Part One of our interview with Bill and Nancy Bandzuch of Catholic Sprouts. This ministry to families includes a daily podcast and other resources to help parents plant seeds of faith in the hearts of their children. Recognizing that parents are the primary teachers of the faith, Bill and Nancy share their hearts regarding this important part of family, recognizing both successes and failures they have had in their own vocation. This interview was so rich that we went way over time and decided not to remove any content but stretch it over two episodes. So please join us for this wonderful episode with Bill and Nancy Bandzuch of Catholic Sprouts on "Follow to Lead.”

Follow to Lead with guest Steven Minnis

In this episode of Follow to Lead we will be talking with Steven Minnis, President of Benedictine College. Benedictine is a small liberal arts college situated on the bluffs overlooking the Missouri River in the small town of Atchison, Kansas. From this idyllic setting, it has gained a national reputation due to the quality of its academic program and its commitment to the spiritual formation of its students. Benedictine College's excellence in faithful Catholic education has led them to be recommended in every edition of The Newman Guide to Choosing a Catholic College since it began publication.

 

Much of Benedictine’s growth and reputation has come through the leadership of its president, who assumed this role in 2004. Join us for a lively conversation with Steve Minnis about leadership, mission and the future of Catholic Education.

Follow to Lead with guest Thomas Clements

This week on Follow to Lead, as a special Good Friday program, Fr. Randy Sly and Kyle Pietrantonio will be talking with Thomas Clements, the founder and director of Zenith Ministries. His story is one of redemption and restoration, moving from a life in his teens with drugs, drinking and pleasure to a surrender to Jesus Christ which brought about a life of grace and hope. After earning a Masters in Theology from Franciscan University, he went on to teach several years of High School Theology, build and lead various retreats, form Catechists, give talks, and use his musical talents to lead others in singing praise to God.He recently started Zenith Ministries to help Gen Z and Millennial Catholics experience the same healing and grace God has poured out upon him. You can discover more of what Zenith Ministries is and their mission at www.ZenithMinistries.com.