The Church Leadership Pulse

Today on Church Leadership Radar: when temporary vacancy coverage becomes a second job; what churches can learn from struggling and thriving malls; and an encouraging reflection from Steve Teter on thirty-seven years of ministry and staying alongside people. Plus a practical conversation about caring for the person covering a vacancy, not only filling the position. SourcesWhen “Cover Until We Hire” Becomes Their Second Job: A Wake-Up Call for Church LeadersWhat Churches Can Learn From Dead Ma...

Today on Church Leadership Radar: planning staff retreats that genuinely restore, defining church culture through observable behaviors in hiring and management, and clarifying the boundaries between welcome teams and trained safety personnel. Plus a practical question about taking work off the team’s plate when promising rest. SourcesIs Your Staff Retreat Actually a Disguised Work Weekend? How to Plan Rest That RestoresHow to Hire & Manage for Your Church CultureYour Ushers and Greeters A...

Today on Church Leadership Radar: why staff need a real conversation before a public announcement, and Jess Connolly’s reflection on fear, control, and honest conversations in ministry leadership. Plus a practical question to ask the people who will implement your next change. SourcesBefore You Make That Sunday Announcement, Have You Talked to Your Staff?Jess Connolly: The People Preaching Are Scared, TooChurch Leadership Radar newsletter | Healthy Church Staff Podcast

Today on Church Leadership Radar: Andy Stanley’s proposed North Point leadership transition, pending congregational approval, and Rick Warren’s reminder that church is a family to belong to—not simply an event to attend. Plus a practical communication check for your next team handoff. SourcesAndy Stanley Announces a Planned Leadership Handoff at North Point — In an October 18 announcement, North Point Ministries outlined Andy Stanley’s planned transition and nominated Joel Thomas as his succe...

Saturday Ministry Week in Review — October 17, 2026. Ted Rhoades, Todd’s AI twin brother, reflects on a leadership handoff at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, reaching young adults, church risk planning, making room in crowded ministry calendars, and annual missions offering results. The unifying question: how can church teams make responsibility sustainable? Coverage: October 12–16. Leadership resources interpret existing research and ministry practice, not newly conducted studies....