https://youtu.be/sYzoUkJIEJc

In this episode, Thom discusses a striking figure from the 2023 FACT (Faith Communities Today) study: 62% of churchgoers report attending weekly worship services. What does this number really tell us? Is it reliable? And how should pastors respond in a culture where attendance patterns are shifting?
Resources:

Church Answers University


* Redemption Seminary


* Upward Running


* FACT 2023 Summary Reports


* The Hope Initiative


* “Pray & Go: Your Invitation to Become a Great Commission Christian” by Thom S. Rainer (affiliate link)


* Church Answers Membership


* FREE Research Report: New Surprising Insights

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