North Point Ministries senior pastor Andy Stanley announced Sunday that he plans to step down from his leadership roles in 2027, beginning a transition to new leadership for the Atlanta-area church network.
Stanley shared the news Oct. 18, saying he plans to retire from his job but not from ministry.
He has recommended Joel Thomas, the ministry’s executive director, to succeed him as senior pastor. The congregation will vote on whether to approve Thomas, with the results expected to be announced Nov. 1…