Leading Saints in 2026

JAN 9, 202676 MIN
Leading Saints Podcast

Leading Saints in 2026

JAN 9, 202676 MIN

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<p>Where is Leading Saints going in 2026? Listen in to find out!</p> <p><!-- GENERIC LINK to Zion Lab and "Watch the Video" IMAGE --><a href="https://app.leadingsaints.org" target="_blank"><img decoding="async" src="https://files.leadingsaints.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/04134941/Watch-the-Video1-e1754337003739.png" alt="Watch the Video" width="300" height="100" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-258841" /> <!-- "Share in Zion Lab" IMAGE --><img decoding="async" src="https://files.leadingsaints.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/06112457/Share-in-the-ZL-Community-e1757188256510.png" alt="Share Your Thoughts in the Zion Lab Community" width="300" height="100" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-259139" /></a></p> <h2>Links</h2> <p><a href="https://app.leadingsaints.org" target="_blank">Watch the video and share your thoughts in the Zion Lab community</a><br /> <a href="https://app.leadingsaints.org/c/1-000-zion-builders/" target="_blank">Become a Zion Builder</a><br /> <!-- GENERIC LINK to Zion Lab --><a href="https://leadingsaints.org/zion" target="_blank">Transcript available with the video in the Zion Lab community</a></p> <h2>Highlights</h2> <p>In this episode, Kurt Francom discusses the evolution of Leading Saints and the introduction of Zion Lab, an online community aimed at fostering leadership and cultural development among Latter-day Saints.</p> <p>00:03:04 &#8211; Introducing Adam Treadwell<br /> Introduction of Adam Treadwell and his connection to Leading Saints.</p> <p>00:04:03 &#8211; North Star Conference<br /> Promotion of the North Star Conference and its relevance to church leaders.</p> <p>00:06:01 &#8211; Adam&#8217;s Journey with Leading Saints<br /> Adam shares his experience and history with Leading Saints.</p> <p>00:07:01 &#8211; Key Accomplishments of 2025<br /> Summary of key achievements and insights from Leading Saints in 2025.</p> <p>00:10:57 &#8211; Zion Lab Progress<br /> Discussion on the development and functionality of Zion Lab as a community platform.</p> <p>00:11:57 &#8211; In-Person Leadership Gatherings<br /> Exploration of the impact of in-person leadership workshops and conferences.</p> <p>00:12:28 &#8211; Understanding Zion Lab<br /> Description of Zion Lab as a social media platform for church leaders.</p> <p>00:16:06 &#8211; Personal Insights from 2025<br /> Kurt shares personal reflections and insights gained throughout the year.</p> <p>00:19:29 &#8211; Cultural Development in Leadership<br /> Discussion on the importance of culture development in church leadership.</p> <p>00:22:03 &#8211; Future of Leading Saints in 2026<br /> Exploration of content distribution and future plans for Leading Saints.</p> <p>00:25:23 &#8211; Expanding Language Resources<br /> Discussion on the need for Spanish and other language podcasts.</p> <p>00:27:53 &#8211; Importance of Zion Lab<br /> Jared&#8217;s question about the significance of Zion Lab in the evolution of Leading Saints.</p> <p>00:30:32 &#8211; Moderation in Zion Lab<br /> Addressing concerns about moderating discussions and ensuring a safe community.</p> <p>00:34:59 &#8211; Inclusivity in Discussions<br /> Discussion on ensuring diverse voices are heard in Zion Lab.</p> <p>00:35:38 &#8211; Eliminating Borders with Zion Lab<br /> How Zion Lab can connect church leaders beyond geographical boundaries.</p> <p>00:39:39 &#8211; Content Creation Process<br /> Kurt explains his approach to finding and creating content for Leading Saints.</p> <p>00:44:02 &#8211; Emerging Themes and Trends<br /> Discussion on potential themes and trends for future content.</p> <p>00:48:05 &#8211; Navigating Difficult Topics<br /> Kurt shares his thoughts on addressing challenging subjects in church leadership.</p> <h2>Key Insights</h2> <p>Shift to Community Focus: Leading Saints is transitioning from being solely a podcast to a community-driven platform through Zion Lab, where leaders can share ideas and best practices.</p> <p>Grassroots Leadership: Significant cultural shifts within the church will come from lay members rather than institutional changes, highlighting the role of individual initiative in building Zion.</p> <p>Content Creation and Curation: The podcast will continue, but the emphasis will be on community-generated content, allowing for a broader range of voices and experiences to be shared.</p> <p>Diversity of Perspectives: Zion Lab aims to create a safe space for discussions on various topics, including controversial issues, while ensuring that all voices are heard and respected.</p> <p>Language Expansion: There are plans to expand content into other languages, recognizing the diverse experiences of Latter-day Saints worldwide.</p> <h2>Leadership Applications</h2> <p>Encouraging Participation: Leaders are encouraged to actively participate in Zion Lab, sharing their experiences and insights, which can help others in similar situations.</p> <p>Fostering Community: By connecting with others in their local areas and beyond, leaders can find support and inspiration, reinforcing the idea that they are not alone in their challenges.</p> <p>Embracing Change: Leaders should be open to new ideas and approaches, understanding that effective leadership often requires adapting to the unique needs of their communities rather than relying solely on institutional directives.<br /> <!-- SPACE --><br /> <iframe src='https://ask.swellai.com/a/01kej1mr6j7sa5wk6dqdhq61ac' width='100%' height='180' frameborder='0' scrolling='yes' seamless='true' style='width:100%; height:180px;'></iframe><br /> <!-- END OF PAGE LINKS TO POPULAR CONTENT --></p> <p><em><strong>The award-winning Leading Saints Podcast </strong></em>is one of the top independent Latter-day Saints podcasts as part of nonprofit <em>Leading Saints&#8217;</em> mission to help Latter-day Saints be better prepared to lead. Find Leadership Tools, Courses, and Community for Latter-day Saint leaders in the <a href="https://app.leadingsaints.org" target="_blank">Zion Lab community</a>. Learn more and listen to any of the past episodes for free at <a href="https://leadingsaints.org/">LeadingSaints.org</a>.</p> <p><em><strong>Past guests include</strong></em> <a href="https://leadingsaints.org/girls-camp-grace-and-the-bishops-office-an-interview-with-emily-belle-freeman/">Emily Belle Freeman</a>, <a href="https://leadingsaints.org/putting-jesus-at-the-center-of-your-ward-an-interview-with-david-butler/">David Butler</a>, <a href="https://leadingsaints.org/the-art-of-teaching-an-interview-with-hank-smith/">Hank Smith</a>, <a href="https://leadingsaints.org/how-i-lead-as-bishop-an-interview-with-john-bytheway/">John Bytheway</a>, <a href="https://leadingsaints.org/connecting-the-general-with-the-individual-an-interview-with-reyna-and-elena-aburto/">Reyna and Elena Aburto</a>, <a href="https://leadingsaints.org/what-to-do-when-the-bishop-is-an-accidental-diminisher-an-interview-with-liz-wiseman/">Liz Wiseman</a>, <a href="https://leadingsaints.org/leading-with-trust-an-interview-with-stephen-m-r-covey/">Stephen M. R. Covey</a>, <a href="https://leadingsaints.org/the-science-of-scaling-your-ward-an-interview-with-benjamin-hardy/">Benjamin Hardy</a>, <a href="https://leadingsaints.org/how-i-lead-as-president-of-byu-idaho-an-interview-with-elder-alvin-f-meredith-iii/">Elder Alvin F. Meredith III</a>, <a href="https://leadingsaints.org/how-i-lead-as-general-relief-society-president-an-interview-with-julie-beck/">Julie Beck</a>, <a href="https://leadingsaints.org/the-grace-of-jesus-christ-in-leadership-an-interview-with-brad-wilcox/">Brad Wilcox</a>, <a href="https://leadingsaints.org/mental-health-youth-an-interview-with-jody-moore/">Jody Moore</a>, <a href="https://leadingsaints.org/unhealthy-ways-we-seek-validation-as-leaders-an-interview-with-tony-overbay/">Tony Overbay</a>, <a href="https://leadingsaints.org/how-i-lead-as-a-seventy-an-interview-with-elder-john-h-groberg/">John H. 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