Church of the City New York Come to Me | Shepherd - Jon Tyson
Mar 10, 2026
A sermon on Jesus as the Good Shepherd and what leadership really looks like. Discussion of institutional trust collapse and how different leaders form our desires. Warnings about algorithms, choice architecture, and cultural voices that steer us. Calls to learn the shepherd's voice through scripture, community, and prayer.
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Own Leadership Failures And Improve Communication
- Lead transparently and communicate mission clearly when resources fall short; own failures and repair by improving communication and discipleship.
- Jon Tyson apologizes for a fundraising shortfall and pledges clearer teaching on generosity and a new generosity community.
Why Institutional Trust Is Collapsing
- Modern institutions are in a widespread trust crisis that leaves people asking who can guide them into a better future.
- Jon Tyson cites the Edelman Trust Barometer showing falling trust across business, media, government, NGOs, and religion to frame the problem.
The Hired Hand Leadership Problem
- Jesus frames religious leaders as bad shepherds who flee when danger demands sacrifice, exposing leadership driven by self-interest.
- Tyson connects John 10's hired hand image to Ezekiel 34's critique of leaders who exploit and scatter the flock.
