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The Healthy Church Staff Podcast

The Healthy Church Staff Podcast

Hosted by Todd Rhoades

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Oct 2026

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We're all about helping create a healthy, positive, and spiritually positive environment for church staff members and leadership teams.

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October 23, 2026Episode 7308 min

You Made Karen Your Entire HR Department

In this podcast episode, Todd Rhoades discusses the tendency for a capable church administrator, referred to as 'Karen', to inadvertently become responsible for HR duties. This transition often occurs without intentional planning or support, leading to potential challenges. Todd outlines key considerations and strategies for managing these responsibilities effectively in smaller churches. • Capable administrators often take on HR roles unintentionally. • Differentiate between administration tasks and leadership decisions. • Ensure the administrator is supported and trained for evolving responsibilities. • Importance of clear reporting and escalation processes for staff concerns. • Engage in open discussions with administrators to define roles and responsibilities. Have questions or comments? Send to podcast@chemistrystaffing.com Be sure to subscribe to The Healthy Church Staff Podcast wherever you regularly listen to podcasts. - - - - - Is Your Church Hiring? If your church is searching for a new staff member, reach out to Todd for a conversation on how he might be able to help. Are You Looking for a New Ministry Role? If you are open to a new church role in the next few months, add your free resume and profile at ChemistryStaffing.com.

October 22, 2026Episode 7298 min

Cover Until We Hire Became Their Second Job

This podcast episode discusses the challenges that arise when temporary responsibilities in a church setting turn into long-term obligations without proper reassessment or support for the staff member involved. It highlights the need for clear communication, defined parameters, and appropriate support and compensation to manage staff transitions effectively. • Temporary responsibilities can quietly become long-term commitments. • Staff members may take on extra duties without any adjustment in their original responsibilities. • Organizations should define assignments clearly and adjust workloads accordingly. • Ongoing assignments should include discussions on support, compensation, and realistic timelines. • Leaders should periodically review temporary arrangements to ensure fairness and long-term sustainability. Have questions or comments? Send to podcast@chemistrystaffing.com Be sure to subscribe to The Healthy Church Staff Podcast wherever you regularly listen to podcasts. - - - - - Is Your Church Hiring? If your church is searching for a new staff member, reach out to Todd for a conversation on how he might be able to help. Are You Looking for a New Ministry Role? If you are open to a new church role in the next few months, add your free resume and profile at ChemistryStaffing.com.

October 21, 2026Episode 7289 min

Uh-Oh: The Staff Retreat Turned Into a Work Weekend

In this podcast episode, Todd Rhoades discusses the importance of planning effective staff retreats that truly provide rest, connection, and rejuvenation for church staff members. He emphasizes the need to clearly define the purpose of the retreat, simplify logistics, and ensure adequate free time for participants, to avoid turning the retreat into an exhausting experience. • Staff retreats should align with clear objectives: rest, connection, or strategic planning. • Avoid over-scheduling; allow genuine downtime for staff. • Understand participant workloads to prevent additional stress post-retreat. • Clearly communicate the purpose and schedule of the retreat. • Provide flexibility and autonomy in how participants use their free time. Have questions or comments? Send to podcast@chemistrystaffing.com Be sure to subscribe to The Healthy Church Staff Podcast wherever you regularly listen to podcasts. - - - - - Is Your Church Hiring? If your church is searching for a new staff member, reach out to Todd for a conversation on how he might be able to help. Are You Looking for a New Ministry Role? If you are open to a new church role in the next few months, add your free resume and profile at ChemistryStaffing.com.

October 20, 2026Episode 7279 min

They Heard It From the Stage (Oops... You Forgot to Tell Them)

In this episode of the Healthy Church Staff Podcast, the host discusses the importance of effective communication within church staff teams, particularly when new programs or changes are announced. A major point is the need to involve and inform team members who will be carrying out new initiatives before publicly announcing them, to prevent confusion and ensure proper preparation. • Unexpected announcements can catch staff off guard, highlighting a gap in internal communication. • Leaders often become excited about new ideas and forget to communicate essential details to those responsible for implementation. • Two key conversations are essential: one about the decision itself and another about the implications for staff roles. • Providing enough time and information allows staff to prepare and effectively lead their teams. • A simple step to improve communication: review Sunday's announcements for areas impacting staff responsibilities and ensure all affected parties are informed. Have questions or comments? Send to podcast@chemistrystaffing.com Be sure to subscribe to The Healthy Church Staff Podcast wherever you regularly listen to podcasts. - - - - - Is Your Church Hiring? If your church is searching for a new staff member, reach out to Todd for a conversation on how he might be able to help. Are You Looking for a New Ministry Role? If you are open to a new church role in the next few months, add your free resume and profile at ChemistryStaffing.com.

October 19, 2026Episode 72610 min

Andy Stanley's Succession Plan: The Work Behind the Announcement

This podcast episode from the Healthy Church Staff discusses the importance of succession planning in church leadership, prompted by Andy Stanley's announcement to transition leadership of North Point Ministries to Joel Thomas. The episode stresses planning succession well in advance, developing leadership within the organization, and clearly outlining roles post-transition to ensure smooth leadership handover. • Andy Stanley announced his plans to transition leadership of North Point Ministries to Joel Thomas. • Succession planning should begin well in advance to prepare adequately for leadership transitions. • Develop internal leadership before naming a successor by assigning meaningful responsibilities. • Clarify roles and responsibilities after a leadership handover, especially when the former leader remains involved. • Important to consider the emotional and organizational impacts a transition can have on staff and the congregation. • Church boards should regularly discuss succession to avoid last-minute transitions. • Three questions to address in succession planning: immediate leadership replacement, planned transition preparations, and clarifications for new leadership support. Have questions or comments? Send to podcast@chemistrystaffing.com Be sure to subscribe to The Healthy Church Staff Podcast wherever you regularly listen to podcasts. - - - - - Is Your Church Hiring? If your church is searching for a new staff member, reach out to Todd for a conversation on how he might be able to help. Are You Looking for a New Ministry Role? If you are open to a new church role in the next few months, add your free resume and profile at ChemistryStaffing.com.

October 16, 2026Episode 7259 min

You 1099'd Them So You Could Save the Church Money...

In this episode of the Healthy Church Staff podcast, Todd Rhoades discusses the critical considerations when distinguishing between hiring an employee and engaging an independent contractor for church roles. He emphasizes that financial decisions should not solely dictate these arrangements, as the choice significantly impacts job expectations, responsibilities, and workers' rights. • Differentiate between employee and contractor roles within the church. • Employees work under the church's direction with set responsibilities and accountability. • Contractors operate independently, providing agreed services on their terms. • Legal implications require qualified advice before categorizing workers. • Contractors appreciate independence and control over their work environment. • Employees seek team integration, career development, and job security. • Misclassification can lead to damaged trust and ineffective working relationships. • Churches should prioritize clarity and fairness in employment agreements. • Consider the long-term implications and ethics of each hiring choice. Have questions or comments? Send to podcast@chemistrystaffing.com Be sure to subscribe to The Healthy Church Staff Podcast wherever you regularly listen to podcasts. - - - - - Is Your Church Hiring? If your church is searching for a new staff member, reach out to Todd for a conversation on how he might be able to help. Are You Looking for a New Ministry Role? If you are open to a new church role in the next few months, add your free resume and profile at ChemistryStaffing.com.

October 15, 2026Episode 7248 min

Your Staff Is Floating the Church

In this episode of the Healthy Church Staff Podcast, Todd Rhoades addresses the problematic practice of church staff making ministry-related purchases using personal credit cards and facing delayed reimbursements. The episode highlights how this issue can unconsciously turn staff into the church's interest-free line of credit and provides actionable steps to improve the reimbursement process and alleviate staff financial burdens. • Church staff are using personal credit cards for ministry purchases, leading to long reimbursement delays. • This practice effectively makes staff members provide the church with interest-free loans. • Many staff stop seeking reimbursements due to delays and complications in the process. • Todd suggests three solutions: issuing church credit cards to relevant staff, providing prepaid cards for specific events, and implementing a seven-day reimbursement rule. • Encourages churches to address past reimbursement issues promptly and adjust policies to be fairer to staff. Have questions or comments? Send to podcast@chemistrystaffing.com Be sure to subscribe to The Healthy Church Staff Podcast wherever you regularly listen to podcasts. - - - - - Is Your Church Hiring? If your church is searching for a new staff member, reach out to Todd for a conversation on how he might be able to help. Are You Looking for a New Ministry Role? If you are open to a new church role in the next few months, add your free resume and profile at ChemistryStaffing.com.

October 14, 2026Episode 7237 min

Your Open Door Is Not a 1:1. Stop Treating it Like One.

In this episode of the Healthy Church Staff Podcast, Todd Rhoades discusses the limitations of an 'open door policy' in church staff settings. While intended to promote accessibility, the approach often leads to impromptu, superficial interactions rather than meaningful one-on-one meetings. Todd emphasizes the importance of scheduling dedicated time for individual staff interactions to foster genuine coaching and development. • Open door policies can lead to superficial interactions. • True one-on-one meetings require scheduled, dedicated time with a start and end period. • Unscheduled hallway conversations do not equate to effective coaching or mentoring. • Being approachable does not mean being available for meaningful development. • Church staff should prioritize regular, intentional meetings for genuine staff engagement. Have questions or comments? Send to podcast@chemistrystaffing.com Be sure to subscribe to The Healthy Church Staff Podcast wherever you regularly listen to podcasts. - - - - - Is Your Church Hiring? If your church is searching for a new staff member, reach out to Todd for a conversation on how he might be able to help. Are You Looking for a New Ministry Role? If you are open to a new church role in the next few months, add your free resume and profile at ChemistryStaffing.com.

October 13, 2026Episode 7227 min

Stay After the Last Service... Just for 15 minutes!

In today's episode of the Healthy Church Staff Podcast, Todd Rhoades discusses the common issue of impromptu meetings held after church services, which often extend beyond the promised 15 minutes. These meetings, typically unwelcome, intrude on personal time and disregard staff commitments, causing dissatisfaction among church employees and their families. Todd emphasizes the importance of planning such debriefs ahead of time, suggesting that meetings should be pre-scheduled with a clear start and end time, allowing staff to manage their commitments effectively and maintain a healthy work-life balance. • Unscheduled post-service meetings often extend beyond promised time. • These meetings intrude on personal time and family commitments. • Importance of respecting staff's personal lives by planning ahead. • Meetings should be scheduled in advance with clear end times. • Healthy work-life balance contributes to a happier and more efficient staff. Have questions or comments? Send to podcast@chemistrystaffing.com Be sure to subscribe to The Healthy Church Staff Podcast wherever you regularly listen to podcasts. - - - - - Is Your Church Hiring? If your church is searching for a new staff member, reach out to Todd for a conversation on how he might be able to help. Are You Looking for a New Ministry Role? If you are open to a new church role in the next few months, add your free resume and profile at ChemistryStaffing.com.

October 12, 2026Episode 7206 min

Your Kids Sit in the Ministry You Lead

In this episode of the Healthy Church Staff podcast, Todd Rhoades discusses the challenges faced by church staff members who also have children in the congregation. Balancing roles as both a parent and a staff leader can create situations where staff members are scrutinized unfairly. The podcast explores how churches can support these staff members by establishing clear plans that separate parenting and leadership duties within the church setting. • Dual roles of staff members as parents and leaders create conflicts. • Children of staff members may become object lessons in the congregation. • It's important to have a plan to separate parenting from leadership duties. • Churches should not expect staff to be both parent and leader simultaneously. • A thoughtful approach can prevent children from becoming public examples. Have questions or comments? Send to podcast@chemistrystaffing.com Be sure to subscribe to The Healthy Church Staff Podcast wherever you regularly listen to podcasts. - - - - - Is Your Church Hiring? If your church is searching for a new staff member, reach out to Todd for a conversation on how he might be able to help. Are You Looking for a New Ministry Role? If you are open to a new church role in the next few months, add your free resume and profile at ChemistryStaffing.com.

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