Recent data shows that while young men are coming to church in record numbers, women are leaving. Why? Kadi Cole shares the #1 reason women are leaving church (lack of trust) and outlines numerous other red flags that are alienating women.

Plus, she discusses how to address them and how to create an engaging environment for women, whether you lead a complementarian or egalitarian church.

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ART OF LEADERSHIP LIVE

If you’re leading a church and you know there’s more in you—and more ahead for your team—I want to personally invite you to something special.

September 21–23, 2026, I’m hosting The Art of Leadership LIVE in Nashville, Tennessee.

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COMPASSION

In partnership with global churches, Compassion International has been serving children for more than 70 years.

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GLOO

With solutions like Gloo Workspace, where ministry leaders get work done, and partners like Igniter Media, Barna, VisitorReach, and Outreach, Gloo is providing the digital backbone for the faith ecosystem, equipping your church, ministry, and individuals to thrive in a digital age.

Learn more about how Gloo can help you do more of what you’re called to do by texting CAREY to 46816. That’s C-A-R-E-Y to 46816

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Beth Moore talks about leaving the SBC a decade ago, how to know when it's time to leave, why so many women are leaving the church, and proof-texting scripture to keep the pulpit and power.

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GLOO FEED

We all know how fast things move in ministry—and how hard it can be to keep up.

That’s exactly what the Gloo Feed is built for.

This is a totally free, regular text that delivers the latest research, trending topics, and updates from across the Church.

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BELAY

BELAY is giving away its resource, The Future of Financial Leadership, for free. It discusses how to manage your church’s finances with efficiency and care, how their Financial Experts provide a human touch, and why it matters.

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In this episode, Carey asks the question of whether we're selling church growth and marketing revival on social media.

As leaders, our motives are always mixed, and Carey offers a framework for checking our motives before posting on social media. Momentum doesn’t need marketing. Don’t sell it. Steward it.

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ART OF LEADERSHIP LIVE

If you’re leading a church and you know there’s more in you—and more ahead for your team—I want to personally invite you to something special.

September 21–23, 2026, I’m hosting The Art of Leadership LIVE in Nashville, Tennessee.

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STATE OF THE CHURCH

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