Jesus' parables often draw from agricultural life, speaking of shepherding flocks and sowing seeds. But how do these timeless lessons translate to data-informed leadership in a rural Catholic context where your community might be more focused on producing beef, pork, corn, and soybeans? This session explores how leaders can effectively use data to guide their decisions and nurture their communities, even when surrounded by fields and farms. We'll discuss practical strategies for collecting, interpreting, and applying data to address the unique needs and opportunities within rural Catholic environments.