Church Leadership Radar - Friday, May 15, 2026

Your daily catch-up on what matters in church leadership. Hosted by Ted Rhoades.In today's episode:Wellness Culture's Cracks — New research shows the experiment of replacing transcendence and community with self-optimization is coming up short. What this means for the Church right now.Brian Houston Account Hack — A high-profile social media compromise and the digital security lesson every church leader needs: passwords, 2FA, and a response plan before something goes wrong.The Staff Member Most Likely to Quit — It's not who you think. The silence from your most competent person may be the signal you've been missing.The Bright Spot — Congress and the White House recognize National Salvation Army Week. 27 million Americans served. The quiet, unglamorous work of the gospel.Takeaway: The culture told people for a decade they could find what they were looking for in a meditation app. That current may be shifting. The question is whether your church can clearly articulate what you offer — and whether people on the edges are ready to listen again.Subscribe to the Church Leadership Radar newsletter for daily updates delivered to your inbox.Also from Todd Rhoades: Healthy Church Staff Podcast