# Why Churches Are Struggling More and More to Find Staff

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Podcast: [Rainer on Leadership](https://stenobird.com/podcast/rainer-on-leadership-3513494)
Published: 2026-07-02T16:25:02+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode, Thom and Sam tackle a growing challenge for churches across the country: finding qualified staff. What once seemed routine—posting a position and waiting for candidates—has become far more difficult. This conversation explores why the staffing pipeline has narrowed, how outdated assumptions are exacerbating the problem, and why churches that rethink staffing models and develop leaders internally will be better positioned for the future.

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