A Lifeway Research study found 2 in 3 pastors report a negative economic impact on their churches—the highest since 2011.
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Pastors Remain Opposed, Americans Grow More Open to Political Endorsements in Church
Lifeway Research found little practice or support among pastors and Americans for political endorsements from clergy and churches.
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Churches Less Likely Than Before to Provide Help for Those With Opioid Addiction
Compared to five years ago, pastors are less likely to say their churches provide help for those dealing with opioid addiction.
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Half of Pastors Support Trump, but Many Are Hesitant to Share Preference
Almost all pastors say they plan to vote in the 2024 presidential election, but a quarter refused to say who they’ll cast their ballot for.
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Small Groups Remain Key Aspect of Churches’ Discipleship Ministry
Almost half of adult Bible study groups ministry leaders say Bible study is the highest objective for their groups.
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Most Pastors Have Limited Non-Ministry Work Experience
In the time between graduating high school and becoming a pastor, 1 in 3 senior pastors say they have five years or less of secular work experience.
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