Q2 2026 Unstuck Church Report - Episode 454

The Q2 2026 Unstuck Church Report is here! For this report, we are focusing on staffing trends in churches of various sizes. In this year's survey, we asked pastors and church leaders to tell us about the biggest staffing and structure challenges their churches are facing. And it's clear that there are some big hurdles churches are working to navigate. These hurdles are real, but as many churches have shown, there's also a clear path through them. And this year, it's visible in the data. In this episode, Sean breaks down the staffing data and trends we're seeing in churches this quarter: The biggest staffing challenges The hardest role to fill right now The strategy for a lean but healthy staff Exclusive interview with Todd Rhoades from Chemistry Staffing   This Episode is Sponsored by Chemistry Staffing Chemistry Staffing is a church search firm helping churches across the country hire healthy pastors and ministry staff who stay. Led by experienced pastors and church leaders, we match every role across the five areas that predict long-term fit: theology, culture, personality, skills, and chemistry. From senior pastors to worship and operations roles, plus coaching, compensation, and succession support, we make your next hire easier.  Learn more at chemistrystaffing.com.     Join the Conversation on Social Media We use hashtag #unstuckchurch on X and on Instagram.