“Transformative and lasting.” 💜 Dr. Barbara Anne Cusack captures what Leadership Roundtable has working towards for 20 years: helping Catholic institutions thrive through faith-filled leadership and effective management. Here’s to building a stronger Church together. 🤝

Synodality, understood as a pilgrim journey, has helped me integrate my nursing service with faith in Jesus, the wounded healer.

After years of decline, Gen Z is showing up to church more than any other generation. 🙌 In a time of record loneliness, young adults are seeking faith, purpose, and community. bit.ly/4gTBZqx

Pew Research confirms what the Church has long known: family upbringing is the strongest predictor of lifelong religious affiliation. Pope Leo urges us to promote dialogue and strengthen family life—because when families are supported, the whole Church thrives. substack.com/inbox/post/160...

Check out these synodal leadership materials! We were honored to be a part of their creation along with other fantastic organizations.

In the past 5 years, we partnered with 4 dioceses to form 100+ Hispanic Catholic leaders through our Latino Pastoral Leaders Initiative. As Hispanic Heritage Month begins, we reaffirm our ongoing commitment to walk with Latino leaders on their leadership journey. 🤝

“I remain very hopeful and committed to bringing this bankruptcy to a conclusion that benefits the survivors of abuse,” said New Orleans Archbishop Gregory M. Aymond, who has resisted the chorus of survivors calling for his resignation. religionnews.com/2025/09/09/n...

The Vatican recently gathered 1,000+ Catholic influencers, affirming their role as digital missionaries. Their impact has been credited with boosting Mass attendance and conversions, but leaders urge them to stay rooted in parish life and guided by pastoral teams. bit.ly/4mIGPZL

Archbishop Bernard Hebda of St. Paul and Minneapolis will lead a livestream of the rosary via the archdiocese's Facebook page. The prayer intention also includes an end to violence against children.

AI use in the U.S. skyrocketed from 29% to 79% in 2 years. Pope Leo XIV, now on Time’s list of most influential people in AI, urges the Church to use AI prudently for evangelization — not fear it. bit.ly/4mIGPZL

Many religious ‘nones’ around the world hold spiritual beliefs

This September, we’re thrilled to welcome 2 online cohorts to Juntos Lideramos — a fellowship for Hispanic/Latino leadership formation! With support from Lilly Endowment, Inc., we’ve adapted the best of LPLI into an accessible virtual format, expanding a community of accompaniment and formation. 🤝

We are heartbroken by the news of the horrific shooting that occurred this morning at Annunciation Catholic School in southwest Minneapolis. Please join us in praying for the victims, families, teachers, parishioners, and school administrators. Our Lady, Queen of Peace, pray for us.

We join all those in prayer at this moment for the victims of the shooting at Annunciation Church in Minneapolis, MN. We pray as well for the injured and for the loved ones who are mourning. God be with them.

For two decades, Leadership Roundtable has supported Catholic leaders in carrying out the Church’s mission. Bishop W. Shawn McKnight, then bishop of Jefferson City, affirms that clergy and laity live their baptismal call fully when we lead together. 🤝

ICYMI: Our new Annual Report reflects on 20 years of renewal — and our vision for the next 20. We’re committed to lasting, systemic change rooted in leadership that sustains thriving communities. issuu.com/leadershiproundta...

We’ve come a long way in 20 years — from building transparency and accountability to promoting co-responsibility in Church leadership. But the work isn’t finished. Our commitment to the Church’s renewal continues. 💜

With fewer vocations and many priests nearing retirement, the Church faces a leadership shortage. The Thank A Priest initiative from the International Institute for Culture shares stories of integrity, courage, and service—helping to inspire vocations and rebuild trust. tinyurl.com/thankapriest

Last month, the Education Choice for Children Act became law, creating a national tax credit to support scholarships for faith-based education. Despite key compromises, it’s a historic opportunity — and Catholic educators must start preparing now for its 2027 rollout. bit.ly/3HnVkTk

As enforcement expands into churches and other sensitive spaces, Catholic leaders are calling for justice, compassion, and dignity for all. Read more on our Substack: bit.ly/4lBvVUt

We're thrilled to partner with the Leadership Conference of Women Religious (LCWR) to offer the 𝑺𝒚𝒏𝒐𝒅𝒂𝒍 𝑳𝒆𝒂𝒅𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒉𝒊𝒑 𝑭𝒐𝒓𝒎𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝑪𝒐𝒖𝒓𝒔𝒆. Free & open to all, learn more: relforcon.org/synodal-formation

Thriving ministries don’t happen by accident. They’re built on faith and effective leadership. 🙌 As Dr. Carolyn Woo says, investing in capacity empowers leaders and strengthens the Church’s mission. It’s what we’ve been committed to for 20 years and counting. 💜

Pope Leo XIV has addressed the opportunities and challenges of AI often, leading many to think he will write in an encyclical about its implications.

When participation declines, vocations wane, and trust erodes, the Church must renew its approach. We need mission-focused leadership with plans that exist not from habit or bureaucracy, but in response to current pastoral realities and with guidance of the Holy Spirit. 🕊️

Leo emerged in St. Peter’s Square in his popemobile at the end of an evening Mass that kicked off the Jubilee of Youth, a weeklong celebration for young Catholics. religionnews.com/2025/07/30/p...

For 20 years, we’ve worked with leaders in over 75% of U.S. dioceses—through convenings, service engagements, and strategic partnerships—to support the mission of the Church. Excited for what the next 20 years will bring! 💜

AI is projected to disrupt industries across the board. But synodality can’t be surrendered to AI. Read more about the Church's message at #AIforGood2025 bit.ly/4mkcOPt

As we mark 20 years, we’re grateful for leaders like Cardinal Joseph Tobin, CSsR, the Archdiocese of Newark, and for all the partnerships that have helped us strengthen the Church. 🙌

Fundraising can feel like a chore. But what if it’s actually a ministry in itself? Our latest Roundtable Resource reframes fundraising as an act of community — rooted in purpose, trust, and invitation. 🤝

Before we were Leadership Roundtable, we were the National Leadership Roundtable on Church Management. The name may have changed, but the mission continues. Day 1 or day 7,309, we’re here to support Catholic leaders. 🙌

The video from the July 10 Public Dialogue “Pope Leo XIV: What Happened, Why, and What It Means for Catholic Social Thought and U.S. Public Life” with Cardinal Joseph Tobin, Chris White, Emilce Cuda, John Carr, and @kdaniels8.bsky.social is now available: www.youtube.com/watch?v=oBM4... #PopeLeoCST

We’re celebrating 20 years! 🎉 Inspired by our founder’s vision—that strong, collaborative leadership can renew the Church from within, strengthening not only our faith but our society as a whole—the mission continues. 💜

We’re proud to share that our book, "A Seminarian’s Toolbox," published by @litpress.bsky.social, won 2nd Place in the Church Professional category at the 2025 Catholic Media Association Book Awards! 🏆  bit.ly/466SV9L

Today is the day! 🥳 Peter Denio, our senior program manager, will be one of the featured speakers in today's webinar, “Synodality: A Cultural Transformation for Ecclesial Management.” Join at 2 PM ET to explore practical ways that synodality can transform Church leadership. Register: bit.ly/46xV4v8

By asking us to practice synodality, Pope Francis asked the church to be a sacrament of Christ—a visible sign of his presence in the world, full of many different parts that are all necessary for its functioning and to remain united with its head. uscatholic.org/articles/202...

Our senior program manager, Peter Denio, will speak in the upcoming webinar hosted by the Catholic International University and Pontifica Università della Santa Croce on "Synodality: A Cultural Transformation for Ecclesial Management.” Register to watch: bit.ly/46xV4v8

We’re proud to sponsor “Transparency, Accountability, and Evaluation in the Catholic Church” by the Market, Culture and Ethics Research Center. Our Catholic Standards for Excellence will be featured — promoting best practices in Church management. bit.ly/4knwAbf

An excellent opportunity to learn from top Church leaders about Pope Leo and the current papacy.

Acutis' "reputation of holiness," part of any saint's cause, has taken the church by storm. He is referred to by many names: the saint in sneakers, the patron of the Internet, God's jester or — as Francis described him — the saint next door.

Improv comedians are masters of the art of "yes, and." But this comedic skill can teach leaders a lot about how to #listen, brainstorm, and respect their peers in a #synodal way. Read more about “yes, and” #leadership on our Substack: bit.ly/3YcMwVw

During a 2024 interview, Cardinal Wilton Gregory said that the spirit of division, amplified by social media, has "infected our Church." We must find ways to grow in synodality through listening, openness, and discernment. #Synodality is the antidote to #polarization. bit.ly/4dZSVdp

The most effective way to evangelize is through 𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧, 𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 relationships. Through relationship-building, we can work together as a Church to overcome division and disharmony. bit.ly/3TajhzG #unity #onechurch #promotingunity #overcomingpolarization

More than two-thirds of U.S. adults identify with a religion. That’s a high number compared with some other wealthy countries. For example, just 46% of adults in the Netherlands and 44% in Japan claim any religious identity.

Pope Leo XIV affirmed Wednesday that priests must be celibate and insisted that bishops take "firm and decisive" action to deal with sex abusers, as he gave marching orders Wednesday to the world's Catholic hierarchs.

Pope Leo is calling first and foremost for a #𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝𝐜𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐡. “In this, our time, we still see too much discord, too many wounds caused by hatred, violence, prejudice, the fear of difference, and an economic paradigm that exploits the Earth’s resources and marginalizes the poorest.”

Nearly half of U.S. adults have a connection to Catholicism, according to a new Pew study. But connection takes many forms—devotion, memory, tension, or quiet distance. The data—and the stories behind it—can help us chart the future of the faith. pewrsr.ch/4nx0won

How we deal with that conflict, and even lean into it at times, is what sets great leaders apart. On a recent episode of "The Department of Nuance" by the Bernardin Center, Peter Denio sits down with Bob Bordone to discuss #conflictresilience through real-life examples. apple.co/4mL1KvC

A tied Supreme Court leaves the future of religious charter schools uncertain—while a $5B school choice bill advances in Congress. National education policy is shifting. More on our blog: leadershiproundtable.org/ne...

Familial roots tie people back to their Catholic faith.

Despite fewer clergy and growing secularism, U.S. bishops remain hopeful — especially about young people. New CARA data shows youth and young adult engagement is one of the most encouraging signs for the Church today. More on our blog: leadershiproundtable.org/ne...