The Church Number: 46 to 50: The Missing Generation — Why Pastors Ages 46

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The Church Number: 46 to 50: The Missing Generation — Why Pastors Ages 46–50 Are Underrepresented

The Church Answers Podcast

25 minutes 46 seconds

2 weeks ago

The Church Number: 46 to 50: The Missing Generation — Why Pastors Ages 46–50 Are Underrepresented

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In this episode, Thom and Jess examine one of the more unusual findings from the 2023 Faith Communities Today (FACT) study. The survey reveals a noticeable gap in pastors aged 46 to 50. We’ll explore why this age bracket is underrepresented, what factors may have shaped this trend, and what it means for the future of pastoral leadership.
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