EPISODE · Sep 23, 2025 · 34 MIN
[S2EP9] 7 Shifts Every Church Board Must Make to Lead with Wisdom│ 40 Lessons In 40 Years
from The LeadingSmart Podcast · host Tim Stevens
What happens when church boards don’t adapt as the church grows? Frustration, stalled momentum, and pastors ready to walk away.In this episode, Tim Stevens and Holly Tate talk about one of the most overlooked but critical topics in church leadership: board governance. Based on Tim’s 40 Lessons in 40 Years, they break down seven shifts every board needs to consider—from moving beyond doing the work themselves to actually overseeing it, to shifting from protecting relationships to protecting the mission.This isn’t just theory. Tim shares real stories from churches he’s worked with, the common mistakes he sees, and how healthy governance gives both pastors and boards clarity.This episode covers:Why governance is culture, not just paperworkSeven practical shifts boards face as the church growsHow the right setup protects both pastors and the mission📱 Follow us for more insights and resourcesInstagram: @timstevensFacebook: @timstevens💻Visit LeadingSmart.comNeed help facilitating your next staff retreat or strategic offsite? https://www.leadingsmart.com/lets-talkHouston listeners — join the Houston Roundtable on June 4th (only 25 spots). https://www.leadingsmart.com/houston-roundtableListen to Leading In Real Time Podcast Series https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZ2wnxRYYqm_ThAiSPBwjH7vQH5i3H3aKListen to the full 40 Lessons In 40 Years serieshttps://www.leadingsmart.com/podcastDownload The Simply Strategic Show https://www.leadingsmart.com/books-2📩 Have questions or want to connect?https://www.leadingsmart.com/lets-talk🔔 Subscribe to stay updated on future episodesApple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-leadingsmart-podcast/id1813933962Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1IqLLXtvtZBEgRsM2gOXpO?s...
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What happens when church boards don’t adapt as the church grows? Frustration, stalled momentum, and pastors ready to walk away. In this episode, Tim Stevens and Holly Tate talk about one of the most overlooked but critical topics in church leadership: board governance. Based on Tim’s 40 Lessons in 40 Years, they break down seven shifts every board needs to consider—from moving beyond doing the work themselves to actually overseeing it, to shifting from protecting relationships to protecting t...
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