by Sam Rainer | Dec 29, 2008 | Uncategorized
Ed Stetzer highlights on his blog a ten-year study that reveals changes in American congregations since 1998. This study, the National Congregation Study Wave II, directed by Mark Chaves, a professor at Duke University, compared over 1,505 congregations in 2006-2007... 
by Sam Rainer | Dec 24, 2008 | Uncategorized
What is the American preference for Christmas greetings? Pew Research recently posted data from a survey: When given the option of hearing “Merry Christmas” or a less religious greeting — like “Happy Holidays” — in stores and... by Sam Rainer | Dec 24, 2008 | Uncategorized
What is the American preference for Christmas greetings? Pew Research recently posted data from a survey: When given the option of hearing “Merry Christmas” or a less religious greeting — like “Happy Holidays” — in stores and... by Sam Rainer | Dec 23, 2008 | Uncategorized
Great leaders are typically great organizers and communicators of vision. They inspire with their plans for the future. Just as important as a grand vision, however, is a grand appreciation for the moment at hand. While it is not as widely discussed as other... by Sam Rainer | Dec 17, 2008 | Uncategorized
LifeWay Research has data from a new survey that answers the question: Despite several high-profile court cases over the past few years that tried to limit religious speech and the display of religious items in the workplace, most Americans have no problem with...
