Navigating Multi-Church Engagement: Lessons from Recent Research and the Importance of Confessional Clarity
In recent years, the landscape of church attendance and religious engagement in America has been shifting in significant ways. A comprehensive multiyear study by the Hartford Institute for Religion Research, surveying over 24,000 churchgoers from more than 80 denominations, reveals fascinating trends about how people experience and participate in congregational life today. What the Research Tells Us Report on recent study One of the most striking findings is that nearly half of those surveyed actively engage with more than one church. These “multi-church” attenders report remaining deeply connected to their “home” congregation while seeking additional spiritual nourishment elsewhere. On another note, the study also shows encouraging signs of spiritual resilience and growth, especially following the pandemic. Many respondents report a strengthening of faith, increased financial giving, and more volunteering. Participation beyond worship, —such as reli...