A comprehensive study of U.S. congregations points to some changes

…an extensive study of U.S. congregations… was released this year. It claims to be the largest and most representative profile of U.S. congregations and worshippers.

At least two things surprised one of the researchers, Deborah Bruce of the Presbyterian Church (USA).

“One was how quickly congregations have gotten on the bandwagon for technology,” she said. “In 2001, about four in 10 used a website. By 2008, 77 percent had websites….

What also surprised her was the stability of congregations, “despite what has happened in the world.”

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