The Healthy Church Staff Podcast
What Your Staff Is Replacing With Their Phones (And Why It Matters)
Sep 17, 2026
Episode 704
In this episode of the Healthy Church Staff podcast, Todd Rhoades discusses the impact of increased screen time on personal and professional lives, particularly within church staff environments. He emphasizes the need for restoring balance through activities like reading, moving, communal meals, and spending time outdoors. Todd encourages church leaders to recognize these issues and intentionally incorporate healthier rhythms into their teams' lives.
• Average screen time is about nine hours a day, affecting personal and professional well-being.
• Screens are replacing important activities like reading, physical movement, and social interactions.
• Church staff should reintroduce deep reading and thinking to foster personal and professional growth.
• Physical health impacts mental and emotional clarity; screens contribute to sedentism.
• Sharing meals helps build stronger team connections and trust.
• Outdoor activities and exposure to nature are essential for creativity and well-being.
• Leaders should acknowledge these issues, discuss them openly, and model healthier practices.
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