Most Southern Baptist Churches Use Background Checks, Fewer Receive Abuse Training
Most Southern Baptist churches use background checks. Fewer, have been trained in reporting sexual abuse or caring for abuse survivors.
Study: Southern Baptists Supportive of Cooperative Program
Most Southern Baptist pastors have a positive view of the Cooperative Program and believe it is the most effective way to support the spread of the gospel.
Churchgoers Believe Public Perception of Christians is Declining in the U.S.
Those who believe the public perception of Christians is worsening say responsibility belongs to both Christians and the rest of America.
Some Churches Partner With Pregnancy Centers After Roe v. Wade Reversal
Many churchgoers say they’ve seen their congregations involved in supporting local pregnancy resource centers.
Pastoral Support for Same-Sex Marriage Stalls
Most Protestant pastors remain opposed to same-sex marriage, and the supporting percentage isn’t growing any larger.
Travel Sports Create Issues and Opportunities for Families and Churches
Based on their perspective on missing services for travel sports, many churchgoers see the potential impact differently than their pastors.