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...
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.
Study: Pastors Hesitant to Preach on Race
Close to 1 in 6 pastors (16%) admit they have not addressed racial reconciliation from the pulpit in the past two years.
Study: Half of U.S. Protestant Pastors Hear Conspiracy Theories in Their Own Churches
49% of U.S. Protestant pastors say they frequently hear members of their congregation repeating conspiracy theories they have heard about why something is happening in our country.
Avoiding Pastoral Red Zones
Pastor care must be a pandemic priority
Grief, Memorial and Hope
At a time of great national loss the church has an opportunity—and a responsibility.
Are Church Leaders Losing Gen Z?
Faith leaders can still become the trusted mentors that young people desperately need right now.
