Ministry Week in Review — Saturday, February 21, 2026
Ted Rhoades takes you through the biggest stories in church leadership this week in this Saturday edition of Church Leadership Radar.
This Week's Key Stories:
- Accountability & Abuse: Bethel Church places prophetic ministry director Ben Armstrong on administrative leave amid abuse allegations; Camden Diocese agrees to $180M settlement for ~300 survivors; Former Louisiana pastor receives maximum 7-year sentence
- Church & State: Federal judge bars ICE from warrantless raids at Baptist and Lutheran churches; ~400 Christian leaders sign Ash Wednesday statement; Idaho pastor Douglas Wilson delivers sermon at the Pentagon
- Notable Passings: Rev. Jesse Jackson (84) and worship leader Ron Kenoly (81)
- Faith in Suffering: Former Senator Ben Sasse opens up about stage 4 pancreatic cancer diagnosis
- Bright Spot: Southeastern University spiritual outpouring continues for 9+ consecutive days with students gathering nightly for worship and prayer
- Cultural Trends: Gen Z men leading a surprising return to religion; Record Ash Wednesday attendance across France; Joshua Harris reflects on his deconstruction journey
🔗 Links: