[S3EP12] 7 Shifts Every Church Board Eventually Has to Make

Are you navigating the transition from a founder-led church to a more sustainable governance model? In this episode, Tim and Holly break down the seven essential shifts every church board must make when moving from founder-led to governing board structures.Drawing from real client experiences and decades of church consulting, they explore:How founder boards differ from governing boards and why both serve important purposesThe shift from loyalty to the founder to loyalty to the missionMoving from operational involvement to strategic governanceImplementing formal evaluation processes and succession planningCreating covenant-driven unity that outlasts any single leaderWhether you're a founding pastor preparing for succession, a church board member, or a senior leader thinking about long-term sustainability, this episode offers practical insights for building governance structures that will serve your church for generations to come.📱 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...