In recent months and years, several high-profile Christian pastors and musicians announced they no longer identify as Christian or believe in core doctrines of the faith. These public pronouncements by leaders who leave faith are met with a mix of emotions from churchgoers, according to a new survey. Nashville-based LifeWay Research asked more than 1,000 Protestant churchgoers how they feel […]
Givelify has released a new report that explores how giving to churches has changed during the pandemic. Giving In Faith: How Coronavirus Widened the Digital Divide found that nearly 55% of faith-based organizations—particularly those that are digitally savvy—experienced consistent or increased giving levels during the pandemic. Throughout COVID-19, places of worship have played a critical … Continued
When pastors begin to welcome back their congregations to in-person services, they may want to consider offering them a shorter sermon. A study from Nashville-based LifeWay Research found Protestant pastors estimates of their sermon lengths are shorter than the estimates of their congregations. Additionally, more than a quarter of churchgoers say their pastor typically preaches […]
For the first time, a majority of Protestant pastors believe global warming is happening and caused by humans. A survey from Nashville-based LifeWay Research found 53% of Protestant pastors agree with the statement, “I believe global warming is real and man-made,” including 34% who strongly agree. More than a third (38%) disagree, including 24% who … Continued
A majority of pastors see signs of the end times in current events, believing they indicate Jesus' return is near.
Findings from a new State of the Plate poll
The time is past to assume people have a basic knowledge of the Bible.
Results of a countrywide survey of church leaders by Faithlife
New research with implications for after the quarantine is lifted
Over 1500 church leaders responded to our Covid-19 Church Survey detailing their church coronavirus response.
