The Healthy Church Staff Podcast
When Your Staff Member Becomes the Church Influencer
Jun 12, 2026
Episode 635
This episode of the Healthy Church Staff Podcast addresses the challenges and dynamics that arise when a church staff member gains significant influence or a personal platform, particularly through social media. Host Todd Rhoades explores the implications of such developments on the church's mission, internal staff dynamics, and how to manage and steward this newfound influence effectively.
• A staff member's increase in influence can shift church dynamics.
• Influence should be managed to align with church values.
• Setting boundaries between church roles and personal brand is crucial.
• Influence on social media should serve the church's mission, not compete with it.
• The key challenge lies in balancing loyalty to personal success versus team success.
• Open, direct conversations about influence are essential for healthy staff dynamics.
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