📈 How to Grow Your Substack Newsletter as a Catholic Writer

A grace-filled strategy guide for reaching more people with your words—without losing your soul in the process.

You have something to say.

You don’t need a massive platform.
You don’t need to go viral.
You just need to be faithful to the message God has placed on your heart.

If you're a Catholic writer who feels called to write, Substack can be a beautiful way to share your voice, build community, and even create a sustainable ministry or side income.

But seriously: How do you actually grow a newsletter in a way that feels authentic and aligned with your faith?

That’s what this post is all about.

When I first started publishing regularly on Substack, I had so many questions:

• How do I attract the right readers?

• What’s the right balance between offering free content and inviting people to pay?

• How do I promote my newsletter without sounding pushy or self-serving?

• Is it okay to want to grow something that matters to me?

Over time (and a whole lot of trial and error), I’ve learned that growth isn’t about gimmicks or hustle; it’s about clarity, consistency, and grace. And I’m still learning!

In this post, I’ll walk you through what’s worked for me and for other faith-based creators I’ve mentored.

This is a guide for writers who want to serve, not sell. Create, not perform. And connect, not just collect subscribers.

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📌 Here’s what you’ll find inside the full post:

• How to clarify your mission and attract the right readers

• The most important mindset shift that leads to real growth

• My favorite practical strategies for growing your list—without gimmicks

• A simple promotional rhythm that feels natural and sincere

• PLUS: a downloadable 7 Days of Growth Prompts for Catholic Writers to help you take action

If you’re ready to grow your Substack the grace-filled way…keep reading.
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