Congregations

July 16, 2023

Megachurches Getting Even Bigger as Congregations Nationwide Close Their Doors

The average Christian congregation in the U.S. is in decline, but a 2020 study found that three-quarters of megachurches were growing. The post Megachurches Getting Even […]
April 21, 2022

Black Churches In Washington D.C. Are Losing Their Congregations Due to Gentrification

Black churches are struggling to keep their doors open. Pastors are pushing for change: “I don’t want apologies. I want policy.” The post Black Churches In […]
May 6, 2020

Corona Crunch: Empty Pews Take a Financial Toll on Many US Congregations

How COVID-19 affects religious communities will vary based on congregations’ collection practices, their use of digital tools, and depth of cash reserves. More The post Corona […]
June 11, 2018

Some Black Churches Are Considering Arming Their Congregations

In the age of Trump and Dylann Roof, some church leaders are prepared to take drastic steps to defend against potential shootings. The post Some Black […]