Van Mylar

Van Mylar, MA, CFRM, is a seasoned media and fundraising strategist with decades of experience advancing the missions of faith-based nonprofits, ministries and universities. He holds a master’s in media business management from Regent University and a Certificate in Fundraising Management from the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy. As Vice President of Client Strategy and Growth at Apex Media Partners, Van helps organizations navigate change with clarity and confidence. During his career, he has partnered with CBN, World Vision, St. Jude, Operation Smile, Feed the Children, Save the Children and In Touch Ministries, transforming bold visions into strategies that drive measurable, mission-driven impact.

Articles by Van Mylar

3 Feb, 2026 16:00 EST

US & Canada Church & Missions

Public platforms offer no protection for ministry leaders

By Van Mylar

Contemporary ministry culture leaves leaders without meaningful pastoral care. They are expected to be emotionally present, spiritually resilient, doctrinally precise, and endlessly productive, often without structures for accountability, confession, or rest. Leaders who finish well look different.

Van Mylar

Public platforms offer no protection for ministry leaders

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