Church Leadership Radar - Thursday, May 7, 2026

Today on Church Leadership Radar:Kanakuk Kamps leadership transition: Joe White, the face of Kanakuk for 40+ years, steps down as CEO effective August 31 — and the real question is whether this long-troubled organization will build real accountability, or repeat old patterns.Pastor apologizes for UFO briefing claim: Alabama pastor Larry Ragland publicly admits he 'conflated' his opinions with facts after a U.S. Congressman disputed his account — and the bigger lesson is about epistemic humility for every leader with a platform.Russell Moore on the infinite scroll and hell: A must-read piece framing social media's endless feed as 'a counterfeit heaven' — with powerful theological language for anyone addressing technology and spiritual formation.National Day of Prayer: 75th anniversary — an estimated 60,000+ events across all 50 states unified around 'Glorify God Among the Nations.'Sources:Kanakuk Kamps — Joe White CEO transition announcementAlabama pastor Larry Ragland public apology — UFO briefing claimRussell Moore — The Infinite Scroll and the Doctrine of HellNational Day of Prayer — 75th anniversary, theme: Glorify God Among the NationsSubscribe to the Church Leadership Radar newsletter for daily updates. Also check out the Healthy Church Staff Podcast.