Lifeway Christian Resources trustees elected Dr. Ryan Blackwell as the organization’s 11th president and CEO during a special-called meeting April 22 in Nashville.
Adults Account for Most Baptisms in SBC Congregations
As baptisms in Southern Baptist congregations increase, a growing percentage of those entering the baptismal pools are adults.
Lifeway trustees elect Ryan Blackwell as president and CEO
Lifeway Christian Resources trustees elected Dr. Ryan Blackwell as the organization’s 11th president and CEO during a special-called meeting April 22 in Nashville.
Churches believe they’re welcoming to those with disabilities, Lifeway Research finds
Pastors and churchgoers assume people with disabilities will feel at home in their church, but congregations haven’t always made sure that would be the case, according to Lifeway Research.
Small Group Participation Linked to Higher Discipleship Scores, Lifeway Research Finds
U.S. Protestant churchgoers who regularly attend a small group Bible study, such as Sunday School, have the highest discipleship scores.
Families come to ‘the mountain’ seeking renewal at Black Church Leadership and Family Conference
Attendees at Lifeway’s 2026 Black Church Leadership and Family Conference sought renewal through fellowship, worship and soaking up the Word of God.
Most churchgoers content with congregation’s worship style
By Ella Nichter BRENTWOOD, Tenn. — Even with wide differences across congregations, most attendees are content with their church’s worship style. Protestant churches in the U.S. vary significantly in how they structure their services, particularly elements like set prayers, readings and formal patterns. Despite those differences, Lifeway Research finds 3 in 4 Protestant churchgoers (75%) […]
