Research: Church Closings and the Need for More New Churches
In 2019 church closings outpaced church openings.
Research and Trends
Research: Moralistic Therapeutic Deism on the Rise
According to new research from the Cultural Research Center, although 3 out of 4 people (74%) who lean substantially on MTD for life guidance consider themselves to be Christians, numerous beliefs held by MTD-reliant adults conflict with biblical teaching.
Research: How the Pandemic Changed Churchgoers’ Discipleship Habits
Churchgoers were less likely to be involved in small groups during the pandemic, but many added some digital and individual activities to their discipleship routines.
Grief, Memorial and Hope
At a time of great national loss the church has an opportunity—and a responsibility.
How the Rapidly Declining U.S. Birthrate Will Affect Churches
5 implications for the church
Research: The Shifting Views of Americans on Meaning and Purpose
As Americans attempt to move past the life-altering effects of 2020, their perspective is shifting on some of the most significant questions facing humanity. A study from Nashville-based Lifeway Research finds, compared to a decade ago, U.S. adults today are more likely to regularly wonder about meaning and purpose in this life but less likely … Continued
Research: U.S. Church Attendees Plan to Return Post-Pandemic
When COVID-19 is no longer an active threat to people’s health, 91% plan to attend in-person worship services at least as often as they did before the coronavirus pandemic. That includes almost a quarter (23%) who plan to attend more than they did previously.
Majority of Churchgoers Proud of Church’s Pandemic Response
Almost 9 in 10 Protestant churchgoers (86%) say they are proud of how their church has responded during the coronavirus pandemic, with 58% strongly agreeing.
ECFA Releases Research on Financial Outlook for Churches and Nonprofits
“Remarkable Resiliency” is based on 1,292 survey responses.
10 Characteristics of Churches That Attract Young Adults
For churches that want to retain teenagers into adulthood, these traits matter.