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Is your church feeling the economic squeeze?

October 22, 2026

As the economy strains the U.S. public, pastors report increasing pressures and giving lagging behind inflation.

Pastors weigh in on challenges of preaching — and how less isn’t always more

October 20, 2026

Lewis McMullen, who makes a living coaching church planters, said younger generations are more hungry for theological depth — and pastors better be ready to deliver.

Here come the monsters — and gospel opportunities?

October 19, 2026

It’s that time of year. Skeletons, witches and a variety of Halloween monsters and related décor are covering front lawns in neighborhoods throughout the United

First person: Myths about religion’s collapse — and what about the ‘nones’?

October 18, 2026

Reading the religion news these days, you could get the impression Christianity is on life support. Aside from stories about church scandals and political brawls,

Recently revised numbers on compensation for pastors, church staff released

October 14, 2026

Compared to two years ago, the average Southern Baptist pastor’s pay package and total compensation grew slightly while still trailing inflation, according to recently revised numbers from a study conducted by Baptist state conventions along with Lifeway Research and GuideStone Financial Resources.