The Economy's Impact (Part 3 of 3): Donors Reduce Giving, Brace for the Long Haul
The donor landscape shows little indications of improvement. Many American donors have cut back on donations to churches and especially to other non-profit organizations in the wake of the poor economy, and they have become more pessimistic about the future of economic recovery. This is the final Barna report in this series on the economy’s impact. >more>
Barna Studies the Research, Offers a Year-in-Review PerspectiveBased on his company’s interviews with thousands of people during the year, researcher George Barna synthesized the findings across numerous studies and summarized four themes that emerged from his research regarding religion in 2009.
New at the Barna Group January 2010 The Economy's Impact on Churches, a three-part series. Part One discussed how churches were down 7% in 2009. Part two discusses how churches have adapted. Part three will be posted soon.
How the Faith of African-Americans Has ChangedFrom the earliest days of America’s history, a deep-rooted spirituality has been one of the hallmarks of the black population in the country. A new study released by The Barna Group underscores that the passage of...More >
New at the Barna Group January 2010 The Economy's Impact on Churches, a three-part series. Part One discussed how churches were down 7% in 2009. Part two discusses how churches have adapted. Part three will be posted soon.
New Research Explores How Technology Drives Generation GapFebruary 23, 2009
Technology is fast becoming the latest driving force behind what is often called the "generation gap." While Americans of every age have become quite comfortable with and dependent on technology, a new study...More >
New at the Barna Group January 2010 The Economy's Impact on Churches, a three-part series. Part One discussed how churches were down 7% in 2009. Part two discusses how churches have adapted. Part three will be posted soon.
New Research Explores the Long-Term Effect of Spiritual Activity among Children and TeensA recent study conducted by the Barna Group provides new insights into this age-old question. The survey asked adults to think back on their upbringing and to describe the frequency of their involvement in Sunday school...More >
New at the Barna Group January 2010 The Economy's Impact on Churches, a three-part series. Part One discussed how churches were down 7% in 2009. Part two discusses how churches have adapted. Part three will be posted soon.
Young Adults and Liberals Struggle with MoralityAugust 25, 2008
American society has become more intrigued by moral issues in recent years, as evidenced by the fact that 55% of adults discuss moral issues with others during a typical week. But a nationwide...More >
New at the Barna Group January 2010 The Economy's Impact on Churches, a three-part series. Part One discussed how churches were down 7% in 2009. Part two discusses how churches have adapted. Part three will be posted soon.
Report Examines the State of Mainline Protestant ChurchesVentura, CA - December 7, 2009
When Baby Boomers were born, the Protestant landscape of America was dominated by the six major mainline denominations. (Those bodies are typically considered to be the American Baptist Churches in...More >
New at the Barna Group January 2010 The Economy's Impact on Churches, a three-part series. Part One discussed how churches were down 7% in 2009. Part two discusses how churches have adapted. Part three will be posted soon.
The Economy’s Impact (Part 3 of 3): Donors Reduce Giving, Brace for the Long HaulFebruary 8, 2010
Although some recent economic news offers positive signs, the donor landscape continues to show little indications of improvement. In the wake of the poor economy, many American donors have cut back on donations to...More >
New at the Barna Group January 2010 The Economy's Impact on Churches, a three-part series. Part One discussed how churches were down 7% in 2009. Part two discusses how churches have adapted. Part three will be posted soon.
How Many People Really Attend a House Church? Barna Study Finds It Depends on the DefinitionNumerous shifts are occurring among church-goers in the U.S. as they choose from many new forms and formats of the local church. One of the least understood forms is the house church, and one of the...More >
New at the Barna Group January 2010 The Economy's Impact on Churches, a three-part series. Part One discussed how churches were down 7% in 2009. Part two discusses how churches have adapted. Part three will be posted soon.
Celebrating 25 Years
The Barna Group provides research, resources and training to facilitate transformation in organizations, communities and individuals. Learn More >