The Pastoral Planning Survey took place at the beginning of the summer and closed in October, 2025. Parishioners from around the diocese were encouraged to give their feedback on Bishop Fernandes’ four pillars of pastoral planning: Vocations, Catholic Education and Formation, Social Outreach, and Evangelization.
Fr. Michael Hartge, Vicar General and Moderator of the Curia, took time to speak with members of the Diocesan Envisioning Team, which was created to review the Pastoral Planning survey and create next steps for implementation in the Pastoral Planning Podcast. You can watch the conversations below.
Pastoral Planning Podcast – Catholic Education and Formation | Part One
Fr. Hartge sits down with Deacon Chris Campbell, Principal at Bishop Watterson High School, to discuss the pillar of Catholic Education and Formation.
Pastoral Planning Podcast – Catholic Education and Faith Formation | Part Two
Fr. Hartge and Deacon Campbell continue their conversation about Catholic Education and Formation.
Pastoral Planning Podcast – Evangelization | Part One
In this episode of the Pastoral Planning Podcast, Fr. Hartge sits down to talk about Evangelization with Mike Haller.
Pastoral Planning Podcast – Evangelization | Part Two
Fr. Hartge and Mike Haller continue their conversation about Evangelization.