S2 E5: A Pastor’s Perspective (with Fr. Peter Wojcik)

Summary:

In this episode, hosts Jason Kidd, Annie Grandell, and Jordan Biere are joined by Fr. Peter Wojcik of St. Clement Parish in Chicago to explore a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of Confirmation: the role of the pastor. Fr. Peter brings clarity, encouragement, and challenge as he offers a pastor’s perspective on how clergy and lay ministers can work together, not in silos, but in mission.

References & Resources:

• Catechism of the Catholic Church 1311

• Pope Francis, Evengelii Gaudium, Paragraph 31-33

• Pope Francis, Christus Vivit, Paragraph 244-247

Notable Quotes:

• “It isn’t the youth minister’s parish. It’s not the DRE’s parish. It’s the pastor’s parish.” -Annie Grandell (1:55)
• “We don’t need rogue agents—we need collaboration under pastoral authority.” -Jordan Biere (1:45)
• “The Church only will grow into the future if people really take responsibility for the Church.” -Fr. Peter Wojcik (16:00)