Why Southern Baptists Are Shrinking—And What It Means for Your Church 401m4j

Church hip in Southern Baptist churches has hit a 50-year low while attendance is actually increasing, revealing a complex picture of modern church engagement. This paradoxical trend isn't limited to Baptist churches but represents a broader shift occurring across evangelical churches nationwide. • hip in SBC churches dropped below 13 million (down 2% in one year) • Weekly attendance increased by almost 6% despite hip decline • Baptisms surged by nearly 26%, showing spiritual vitality beneath the numbers • Financial giving rose by almost 10%, indicating strong commitment • These trends suggest a need to redefine what "connected" and "committed" mean • Churches may need to develop new pathways to belonging beyond traditional hip • Traditional metrics of "butts, bucks, and buildings" may be less relevant than discipleship indicators • Leaders should view this as an inflection point rather than a crisis • The key is to measure what truly matters - life transformation and disciple-making If you're looking for help with church staffing issues or building a healthy staff culture, reach out anytime at [email protected] to schedule a conversation. Have questions or comments? Send to [email protected] Be sure to subscribe to The Healthy Church Staff Podcast wherever you regularly listen to podcasts. - - - - - Is Your Church Hiring? If your church is searching for a new staff member, reach out to Todd for a conversation on how he might be able to help. Are You Looking for a New Ministry Role? If you are open to a new church role in the next few months, add your free resume and profile at ChemistryStaffing.com. 4l662j