web01.fireside.fm Mon, 20 Apr 2026 08:29:34 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) The YDisciple Podcast - Episodes Tagged with “Soccer” https://ydisciplepodcast.fireside.fm/tags/soccer Mon, 20 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 Welcome to a space where curiosity meets mission. In this podcast, we explore the shifting landscape of youth culture and what it really means to walk with young people in faith today. Whether you’re a youth minister, teacher, pastor, volunteer, or simply someone who cares about the next generation — you’ll find insight, encouragement, and community here. We don’t pretend to have all the answers. But through years of experience (and conversations with incredible ministry leaders in the trenches), we’ve gathered stories, lessons, and honest reflections worth sharing. This is a space to stay curious, spark new ideas, and learn together as we serve young people and help them encounter Christ in a rapidly changing world. We’re learners and leaders on the same journey — and we’re so glad you’re here. en-us episodic A podcast exploring the shifting landscape of youth culture and what it means to walk with young people in faith today. Hear honest conversations, fresh ideas, and real stories from ministry leaders in the trenches — as we learn, lead, and stay curious together. YDisciple Podcast Welcome to a space where curiosity meets mission. In this podcast, we explore the shifting landscape of youth culture and what it really means to walk with young people in faith today. Whether you’re a youth minister, teacher, pastor, volunteer, or simply someone who cares about the next generation — you’ll find insight, encouragement, and community here. We don’t pretend to have all the answers. But through years of experience (and conversations with incredible ministry leaders in the trenches), we’ve gathered stories, lessons, and honest reflections worth sharing. This is a space to stay curious, spark new ideas, and learn together as we serve young people and help them encounter Christ in a rapidly changing world. We’re learners and leaders on the same journey — and we’re so glad you’re here. no YDisciple Podcast music@netusa.org EP19: Receiving the Whole Person with Anna Carter https://ydisciplepodcast.fireside.fm/19 72505f1b-b912-4eea-b96f-900430da08b5 Mon, 20 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 YDisciple Podcast full 1 YDisciple Podcast In this episode, Pete Burds and Annie Grandell talk with Anna Carter about what it means to receive someone’s story well. Together, they explore the role of curiosity, gratitude, and ongoing accompaniment in ministry, and why learning to listen well is essential for anyone walking with others in faith. 29:15 no About this Episode What does it look like to truly receive someone’s story with reverence, curiosity, and care? In this episode of The YDisciple Podcast, Pete Burds and Annie Grandell sit down with Anna Carter, co-founder of Eden Invitation, to talk about what it means to listen well when someone shares something vulnerable. Drawing from Anna’s work accompanying people with LGBTQ experiences who are seeking to follow Jesus and His Church, this conversation explores the difference between reacting to someone’s story and truly receiving it. Together, they unpack how easy it is to fill in the gaps with assumptions, explanations, or quick answers—especially in ministry—and why a better first response is often simple gratitude and genuine curiosity. Anna shares how Eden Invitation builds a culture of listening by helping people move from vulnerability to empowerment, and why receiving someone’s story is not just a one-time moment, but an ongoing posture of accompaniment. Pete, Annie, and Anna also reflect on the challenges that come with this kind of listening: compassion fatigue, over-functioning, numbness, and the temptation to fix what is not ours to fix. Along the way, they offer practical wisdom for ministry leaders, parents, and mentors who want to become safer, more attentive people for others. Whether you’re walking with a young person, leading in parish ministry, or simply trying to become a better listener, this episode offers a thoughtful and deeply human vision for how to honor the holy ground of another person’s story. Connect with Us Have questions? Email us at ydpodcast@netusa.org Book your free call with a YDisciple Coach at ydisciple.com/coaching Please take a moment to rate & review on Apple Podcasts Visit https://theydisciplepodcast.fireside.fm/ to learn more about the podcast Reflection for This Week Ask yourself: * Where am I tempted to make assumptions instead of asking another question? * How do I typically respond when someone shares something vulnerable with me? * What would it look like for me to receive another person’s story as holy ground this week? Pray for the grace to listen with compassion, humility, and patience—and to become someone who helps others feel seen, honored, and safe in the presence of Christ. YDisciple podcast, Catholic youth ministry, missionary discipleship, youth discipleship, evangelization podcast, Catholic ministry training, Pete Burds, Annie Grande, faith formation, youth ministry resources, Catholic discipleship, teen ministry, accompaniment in ministry, vocation stories, conversion testimonies, Fr. Chase Hilgenbrink, Soccer, Vocations About this Episode
What does it look like to truly receive someone’s story with reverence, curiosity, and care?

In this episode of The YDisciple Podcast, Pete Burds and Annie Grandell sit down with Anna Carter, co-founder of Eden Invitation, to talk about what it means to listen well when someone shares something vulnerable. Drawing from Anna’s work accompanying people with LGBTQ experiences who are seeking to follow Jesus and His Church, this conversation explores the difference between reacting to someone’s story and truly receiving it.

Together, they unpack how easy it is to fill in the gaps with assumptions, explanations, or quick answers—especially in ministry—and why a better first response is often simple gratitude and genuine curiosity. Anna shares how Eden Invitation builds a culture of listening by helping people move from vulnerability to empowerment, and why receiving someone’s story is not just a one-time moment, but an ongoing posture of accompaniment.

Pete, Annie, and Anna also reflect on the challenges that come with this kind of listening: compassion fatigue, over-functioning, numbness, and the temptation to fix what is not ours to fix. Along the way, they offer practical wisdom for ministry leaders, parents, and mentors who want to become safer, more attentive people for others.

Whether you’re walking with a young person, leading in parish ministry, or simply trying to become a better listener, this episode offers a thoughtful and deeply human vision for how to honor the holy ground of another person’s story.

Connect with Us

Reflection for This Week

Ask yourself:

  • Where am I tempted to make assumptions instead of asking another question?
  • How do I typically respond when someone shares something vulnerable with me?
  • What would it look like for me to receive another person’s story as holy ground this week?

Pray for the grace to listen with compassion, humility, and patience—and to become someone who helps others feel seen, honored, and safe in the presence of Christ.

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What does it look like to truly receive someone’s story with reverence, curiosity, and care?

In this episode of The YDisciple Podcast, Pete Burds and Annie Grandell sit down with Anna Carter, co-founder of Eden Invitation, to talk about what it means to listen well when someone shares something vulnerable. Drawing from Anna’s work accompanying people with LGBTQ experiences who are seeking to follow Jesus and His Church, this conversation explores the difference between reacting to someone’s story and truly receiving it.

Together, they unpack how easy it is to fill in the gaps with assumptions, explanations, or quick answers—especially in ministry—and why a better first response is often simple gratitude and genuine curiosity. Anna shares how Eden Invitation builds a culture of listening by helping people move from vulnerability to empowerment, and why receiving someone’s story is not just a one-time moment, but an ongoing posture of accompaniment.

Pete, Annie, and Anna also reflect on the challenges that come with this kind of listening: compassion fatigue, over-functioning, numbness, and the temptation to fix what is not ours to fix. Along the way, they offer practical wisdom for ministry leaders, parents, and mentors who want to become safer, more attentive people for others.

Whether you’re walking with a young person, leading in parish ministry, or simply trying to become a better listener, this episode offers a thoughtful and deeply human vision for how to honor the holy ground of another person’s story.

Connect with Us

Reflection for This Week

Ask yourself:

  • Where am I tempted to make assumptions instead of asking another question?
  • How do I typically respond when someone shares something vulnerable with me?
  • What would it look like for me to receive another person’s story as holy ground this week?

Pray for the grace to listen with compassion, humility, and patience—and to become someone who helps others feel seen, honored, and safe in the presence of Christ.

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