Protestant Pastors Name Graham Most Influential Living Preacher
He has preached the gospel to more than 200 million people in 185 lands and, at 91, still maintains that his one purpose in life is "to help people find a personal relationship with God, which, I believe, comes through knowing Christ."
Churches Not Yet Enjoying Economic Rebound
While the U.S. economy shows signs of experiencing a "jobless recovery," the country's 10 percent unemployment rate is keeping church budgets in a bind, a new study by Lifeway Research found.
Pastors’ Long Work Hours Come at Expense of People, Ministry
Protestant pastors in America are working long hours, sometimes at the expense of relationships with church members, prospects, family and even the Lord.
Most American Pastors Say ‘Islam Is a Dangerous Religion’
Two-thirds of Protestant pastors believe Islam is a dangerous religion, according to survey results just released by Lifeway Research.
Protestant Pastors Share Views on Gay Marriage, Abortion
With the release of the Manhattan Declaration - a 4,700-word statement from evangelical, Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox signers declaring their commitment to the sanctity of human life, biblical marriage and religious liberty - newly released data from Lifeway Research describe the beliefs of Protestant pastors on these issues, and how often they discuss them in church.
Response to Church Outreach Varies by Ethnic Group
African-Americans are far more open than other ethnic groups to receiving information about local congregations.