In 2023, pastors have similar perceptions of the economy as in 2022, with half saying it is having a negative impact on their church.
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Fear Prevalent in Pews, According to Protestant Pastors
Almost 7 in 10 pastors (69%) believe there is a growing sense of fear within their churches about the future of the nation and world.
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Planning and Armed Congregants Top Church Security Measures
Around 4 in 5 U.S. Protestant pastors (81%) say their church has some type of security measure in place when they gather for worship.
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Fewer Churches Face Limited Cash Reserves
Compared to 2016, churches are more likely to have more than seven weeks of cash reserves. Additionally, few have had someone embezzle funds from the congregation.
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Research Reveals Importance of Small Groups, Evangelism, Assimilation for Church Growth
A Lifeway Research study finds church growth requires active small groups, focused evangelism, and the assimilation of new believers.
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Most Pastors, Churchgoers See More Than Monthly Attendance as Standard
Emerging from a period of paused physical gatherings, pastors and churchgoers are considering what regular church attendance means.
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