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Lifeway analysis reports SBC lost more than 1,200 congregations in 2022

April 2, 2024

According to Lifeway Research’s analysis of the 2022 Annual Church Profile of the Southern Baptist Convention, 1,253 congregations that were part of the Convention in 2021 were no longer connected in 2022.

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Most pastors still expect largest crowd on Easter, study shows

March 28, 2024

Most pastors are expecting one of their largest crowds on Easter, but those expectations have tempered some in the past decade.

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Study reveals unique congregational, community needs for Hispanic Protestant pastors

March 21, 2024

“The goal with this second study is to dig deeper into some of the nuances of the Hispanic church in the U.S., such as worship and outreach.”

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Does your church need a podcast? Here are 5 reasons it might!

March 14, 2024

There are numerous reasons having a podcast may make sense for your church. Check out the top five reasons.

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Study: Majority of U.S. Christians want positive solution for both Israelis, Palestinians

December 18, 2023

“While a majority of American Christians support military action by Israel now, a much larger group believe lasting peace must come by mutual agreement of Palestinians and Israelis,” said Scott McConnell, Lifeway Research.

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How to share the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering with children

December 9, 2023

I remember exactly where I was the first time I heard the name Lottie Moon. I was sitting at the Sunday dinner table talking with my aunt …

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5 book recommendations to enjoy this Christmas

December 6, 2023

Here are a few books recommended for you as you finalize your own list — and one bonus recommendation.

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Honoring veterans, building relationships in your church

November 10, 2023

It may be tempting to think we honor veterans by carving out a time to recognize them in the service once a year. What I suggest goes beyond a singular Sunday and encompasses the whole church for the whole year.

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How much should AI influence preaching prep?

September 18, 2023

In preparing for a typical week’s sermon at his church, Griffin Gulledge turned to an atypical source: artificial intelligence.

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How churches can ‘hold the rope’ to serve adoptive, foster care families

August 25, 2023

“Not everyone is called to adopt or foster, and that’s okay. But we can all lighten the load in some way,” says Meredith Weber, an adoption and foster care coordinator.

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