Research and Trends

Fastest-Growing Churches: Lessons From the Front Lines

“People see “big C” church as judgy, legalistic rules. If we can work together and show the opposite of that, I feel like that’s our role: to rewrite the narrative of church based on serving.” —Meghan Smith, Trace Church

What Message Are You Sending Visitors?

By immediately communicating, ‘You are welcome here,’ you are answering guests’ big question: Should I be here?

Ready to Talk: Are Christians Speaking Truth to Our Culture?

It is easy to say our goal is to tell others about Jesus, but we often skip the step of asking God to make this possible.

Online Services Expanded Reach of Churches During Pandemic

Study shows church participation is in flux.

Bible Reading Increased in 2021, Report Says

People are looking for—and finding—help and hope in Scripture.

Distrust of Christian Leaders Contributing to Millennials’ Growing Ambivalence to Faith

As millennials struggle to make sense of both this world and the next, they are unsure of who they can trust.

Most Churches Find Financial Stability in 2021

How Is the Current Economy Impacting Your Church?

Few Pastors Left the Pulpit Despite Pandemic Pressures

The difficult moments and seasons pastors face require ongoing investment in their spiritual, physical and mental well-being.

Millennials Unsure of Their Purpose, Study Shows

New study relates high suicide rates among millennials to lack of meaning.

Research: Most Americans Know and Trust Their Neighbors

Despite quarantines and social distancing, Americans still say they know their neighbors.

Charitable Giving Strengthening in Post-COVID-19 Recovery

90% of donors expect to give the same or even more to charity this year compared with last year.