Church Leadership Radar - July 21, 2026

What's on your radar today in church leadership? Ted Rhoades fills in for Todd with three stories worth your attention: Jim Daly Steps Down from Focus on the FamilyAfter nearly 20 years, Jim Daly has announced he will step down as president in mid-2027. A nationwide search is underway. The real question: how will they handle the succession process itself? Does Your Church Have an AI Policy?A practical framework — 5 questions every church needs to answer about AI — covering data ownership, congregational trust, and responsible use. Spoiler: AI is already in your building whether you know it or not. Leading with Conviction When the Pressure MountsDan Ryland's latest leadership piece speaks directly to that moment when the path of least resistance looks really appealing. Worth reading before your next hard conversation. Good News: Small Church, Big PresenceWhen a double homicide shook a Columbus, Ohio neighborhood, a 150-member church plant pressed forward with community outreach — running four simultaneous sports camps and showing up for grieving families. That is the Church being the Church. Key Links: Focus on the Family — Jim Daly Succession Announcement Church AI Policy Framework — 5 Questions Every Church Needs to Answer Dan Ryland — Leading with Conviction --- 📬 Subscribe to the Church Leadership Radar newsletter 🎙️ Healthy Church Staff Podcast