Study Takes a Look at the Role of the Church in Marital Stability
Studies of divorce have generally found that married couples who agree about their religious affiliation and involvement and who believe religion is important are significantly less likely to divorce. However, in a study reported September 8, 2004, the Barna Group found no difference in rates of divorce between “born again” Christians and non-Christians (The Barna Group, 2004).
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According to this study, 35% of “born again” Christians and 35% of non-Christians have experienced a divorce. One of the important differences between the Barna Group’s study and other national studies appears to be that the Barna study looked especially at “Born again Christians” without regard to church affiliation or involvement.
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Date: 7/29/2006
Church Report Online names top 50 churches of 2006
- In July 2006 Church Report online announced the top 50 churches
- 1. Willow Creek Community Church-South Barrington, IL
- 2. Saddleback Church-Lake Forest, CA
- 3. North Point Community Church, Alpharetta, GA (North Point is the youngest of the group and began in 1995 with about 1,200 people)
- 4. Fellowship Church-Grapevine, TX
- 5. Lakewood Church-Houston, TX
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Date: 7/23/2006
Survey: Christian Media Used Often, but There Is Room to Grow
Christian Media Use (Laity/Clergy):
Christian Music: 78% Laity, 94% Clergy
Christian Television: 64% Laity, 77% Clery
Christian Websites: 64% Laity, 83% Clergy
Christian Radio: 64% Laity, 84% Clerg
Christian non-fiction books: 60% Laity, 92% Clergy
For each type of media, the average proportion dedicated to Christian options is less than half –- usually much less than half.
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Date: 6/28/2006
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