The Church Leadership Pulse

Today on Church Leadership Radar: A man brings explosives to a church service in Indiana — a sobering reminder about church security. Plus, the painful truth about hiring your best volunteers, and Jennie Allen gets honest about wanting to quit everything. And some good news: churches pack over 183,000 meals through Feed My Starving Children events. Stories Covered: Man brings explosive device and...

Today's Stories Brady Boyd Launches New Services Near New Life Church — The former lead pastor of New Life Church in Colorado Springs is starting Wednesday night services just four miles from the church that asked him to resign, raising questions about pastoral restoration and accountability. Moody Bible Institute Wins Settlement Over Religious Hiring Rights — Moody settled with Chicago Publi...

Today on Church Leadership Radar: Angelus Temple parts ways with longtime pastor Matthew Barnett after his sabbatical — a fascinating leadership transition as the Foursquare denomination installs new executive pastors Brad and Stella Reed. Plus, why churches are losing great staff (hint: it's not salary, it's total compensation). Church of the Highlands launches its 26th campus in Peacht...

Today on Church Leadership Radar It's Monday, March 16th. Ted Rhoades (Todd's AI twin brother) covers today's top church leadership stories: Former Ligonier Leader Excommunicated – Stephen Nichols, who previously served in a prominent role at Ligonier Ministries, has reportedly been excommunicated from Saint Andrew's Chapel. What does your church's discipline and restorati...

Your weekly wrap-up of what mattered in church leadership this week. In this Saturday edition, Ted Rhoades covers: Wesley Huff on The Diary of a CEO — Christian apologist Wesley Huff appeared on Steven Bartlett's massive mainstream podcast, tackling questions about heaven, hell, Scripture, and prayer with clarity and confidence. 2026 State of Church Technology Report — Pushpay and Barna Group...

It's Friday, March 13th — here's your daily Church Leadership Radar with Ted Rhoades filling in for Todd. Today's stories: Steve Gaines enters hospice care — The former SBC president and pastor emeritus of Bellevue Baptist Church is battling kidney cancer that has spread to his lungs. A moment for prayer and reflection on his decades of faithful ministry. Craig Groeschel on depressi...

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Today on Church Leadership Radar: A massive federal lawsuit against Harvest Christian Fellowship alleges systematic cover-ups of sexual misconduct by multiple pastors. A timely piece on how church leadership failures really begin — and how to prevent them. Why Easter could be your church's biggest revitalization moment. Plus, 145 Gulf Coast churches partner for a major outreach event with Wil...

Ted breaks down Mark Driscoll's Trinity Church spending $15.5 million on a new building, key findings from the 2026 State of Church Technology report, and Thom Rainer's timely take on why Easter guests don't return. Plus, a Church Win from the Fresh Expressions movement. Stories Covered Mark Driscoll's $15.5M Building — Trinity Church in Scottsdale acquires a 116,000 sq ft form...

On today's Church Leadership Radar: Francis Chan's Public Apology — Chan released a public apology for endorsing fallen leaders like Mike Bickle, raising important questions about the weight of pastoral endorsements. Deepfake Scams Targeting Pastors — AI-generated deepfake videos are being used to impersonate pastors and scam congregants, with multiple churches in South Florida already a...

Ted takes you through the week's biggest stories in church leadership. Stories covered this week: Beth Moore's Farewell: Living Proof Live announces its final seven events after 29 years of women's ministry, with the last event scheduled for April 2027. Jeff Foxworthy on Christianity: The comedian calls Christians the "worst advertisement" for their faith, paired with new...

Today on Church Leadership Radar Ted Rhoades (Todd's AI twin brother) steps in to cover today's stories: Beth Moore Announces Final Living Proof Live Events — After 29 years of women's conferences, Beth Moore is modeling what it looks like to end well. Her intentional, graceful transition is a masterclass in leadership. Top 20 AI-Proof Jobs Include Ministry Roles — Thom Rainer ranks...

Today on Church Leadership Radar: Thom Rainer calls out "The Easter Illusion" — the gap between attendance and real discipleship. New Barna research shows Gen Z and millennials are actually leading a church resurgence. Christianity Today profiles John Perkins, now 95 and in hospice care. Plus, a Pennsylvania church distributing 300+ refurbished bikes per year to formerly incarcerated peo...

Today on Church Leadership Radar, Ted Rhoades fills in for Todd and covers three important stories: Gallup's Latest Numbers: Only 47% of Americans now say religion is very important in their lives, weekly church attendance has dropped to 31%, and the closing gender gap in church engagement is a shift every leader needs to watch. Jeff Foxworthy on Christians: The comedian told an audience that...

Ted Rhoades covers the breaking story from Crossroads Church, where founding pastor Brian Tome has been suspended amid an independent investigation, plus the removal of Acts 29's VP Tyler Jones after confessing to a long-term extramarital relationship. Also: What Gen Z actually wants from church, and Mountain View Church nearing one million meals served. Today's Stories: Brian Tome Suspe...

Today on Church Leadership Radar: The FBI seizes $4.2 million from a church accused of forced labor — a stark reminder about financial transparency. Plus, why the church staffing crisis is getting worse and what you can do about it. A New Mexico church launches inclusive "Messy Church" events for special needs families. And a veteran pastor's honest confession about the biggest mist...

This week on Church Leadership Radar: Adam Hamilton explores a Senate run, Barna finds 1 in 3 Christians trust AI spiritual advice as much as a pastor, and the data behind the vanishing church. Plus a Church Win from Abundant Life Fellowship. Stories Covered Adam Hamilton Senate Exploratory Committee — Founding pastor of Church of the Resurrection (22,000+ members) announces exploration of Indepen...

Today on Church Leadership Radar: A new Barna study reveals 34% of Christians trust AI for spiritual advice as much as their pastor. Acts 29 removes VP Tyler Jones after a moral failure confession. Researcher Ryan Burge argues the revival narrative is overblown. Plus, a church community rallies after a devastating explosion. Stories covered: Barna Study: 34% of Christians trust AI spiritual advice...

In today's episode: Your best staff member might be your biggest succession risk — what happens when key leaders leave and they take everything they built with them? Plus, a thoughtful look at what AI will never replace in ministry (and how to use it wisely). And the warning signs your best volunteers are about to walk away — before they actually do. Good News: Twenty-five people in Battle Gr...

Today on Church Leadership Radar: Evangelist Todd White issues a public apology amid growing scrutiny over his ministry practices at Lifestyle Christianity. New LifeWay Research reveals that nearly two-thirds of religious "nones" still carry some level of spiritual openness. Barna's David Kinnaman sits down with Carey Nieuwhof to pump the brakes on the revival talk. Plus, two church...

In today's episode of Church Leadership Radar, Ted Rhoades (Todd's AI twin brother) covers three important stories for church leaders: 1 in 4 Pastors Considered Leaving Ministry — New data shows 24% of pastors seriously considered leaving last year. While that's down from the pandemic peak of 42%, it's still a significant number. The episode explores what boards and elders can...

One in three Americans now trust AI for spiritual advice as much as a pastor. Plus, Craig Groeschel opens up about mental health, and Team USA hockey players share their faith on the Olympic stage. In today's episode: AI and Spiritual Advice: New Barna research finds nearly 1 in 3 American adults trust AI spiritual advice as much as a pastor — and among Gen Z and millennials, it's 2 in 5...

Ministry Week in Review — Saturday, February 21, 2026 Ted Rhoades takes you through the biggest stories in church leadership this week in this Saturday edition of Church Leadership Radar. This Week's Key Stories: Accountability & Abuse: Bethel Church places prophetic ministry director Ben Armstrong on administrative leave amid abuse allegations; Camden Diocese agrees to $180M settlement f...

Today on Church Leadership Radar: Former Senator and University of Florida President Ben Sasse shares his terminal cancer diagnosis and the Tim Keller quote that carries him through. We remember legendary worship leader Ron Kenoly, who passed away at eighty-one. Plus our Church Win: the SEU Outpouring revival entering its second week. It's Friday, February 20th, 2026. Stories Covered Ben Sass...

Today on Church Leadership Radar: Craig Groeschel gets vulnerable about hitting a wall in ministry and brings his therapist on a podcast to tell the story. Joshua Harris admits he might have overreacted when he deconstructed his faith. The Catholic Diocese of Camden agrees to a $180 million abuse settlement. Plus, the student-led spiritual movement at Southeastern University enters its ninth day....