Church Leadership Radar - May 14, 2026

Today on Church Leadership Radar:Gateway Church & Robert Morris Update: The founder compensation dispute moves to private Christian arbitration — not a settlement, just headed somewhere quieter. A lesson in governance, documentation, and formalizing founder arrangements.Gen Z's Theological Question: Younger people aren't wrestling with innocent suffering — they want to know when evil people face consequences. A shift from theodicy to justice that reframes ministry conversations.Technology Eroding Team Relationships: Church staff may be more coordinated than ever but quietly losing authentic connection. A gut-check for teams that look healthy on paper.Bright Spot: Saint Paul's Episcopal Church in Ocean City, MD is refusing to shut down its homeless shelter despite bureaucratic pressure, having served 892 individuals in 42 nights.Key Takeaway: Pick one person under 30 on your team and ask: "What's something you think we should be doing differently around fairness or justice in how we operate?" Then listen — don't defend, don't explain.Subscribe to the Church Leadership Radar Newsletter | Healthy Church Staff Podcast