Church Leadership Radar - May 22, 2026

Today on Church Leadership Radar: A church governance lawsuit involving McLean Bible Church and David Platt gets a second life after a Virginia appeals court revives the case. New research finds roughly half of US Christians turn to AI for spiritual guidance — and what that means for the local church. A veteran ministry professor's honest look back at 14 years of pastoral ministry and what he'd do differently. Plus: a coalition of churches in Paducah, Kentucky hits a $3.25 million capital campaign goal for a food pantry and emergency shelter.Stories covered:McLean Bible Church governance lawsuit — Virginia appeals court revives case involving David PlattNew research: ~50% of US Christians trust AI spiritual guidance (at least somewhat)Ministry professor reflects on 14 years of pastoral ministry — more prayer, evangelism, and leader developmentPaducah, KY churches hit $3.25M capital campaign goal for food pantry and 48-bed emergency shelterStay connected:Subscribe to the Church Leadership Radar newsletter at churchleadershipradar.comCheck out the Healthy Church Staff Podcast