You Never Put the Search on the Calendar

The Healthy Church Staff Podcast · Nov 4, 2026 · 7m · transcript

In this episode of the Healthy Church Staff Podcast, Todd Rhoades discusses the pitfalls of indefinite job searches in church staffing. He stresses the importance of transitioning from vague intentions to structured timelines with set dates. Rhoades argues that without clear deadlines, searches amount to mere hope rather than actionable plans. • Announcing a job search without clear deadlines leads to inaction and ongoing vacancies. • Essential components of a proper search plan include a public post date, an interview week, and a decision date. • Faith and prayer should complement, not…