Church statistics are startling.
Nearly 81% of churches have either plateaued or are in decline
Only 39% of adults claim to attend a weekly religious service
1 in 4 adults have left their childhood faith
1 in 3 millennials identify themselves as non-religious
1 in 5 adults identify themselves as non-religious
4000
churches close their doors every year
1000
churches open their doors every year
Confidence in the church is declining.
In 2012, 44% of responders said they have a “great deal” or “quite a lot” of confidence.
As recently as 2010, 18% of Americans identify themselves as non-religious.

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As Christians we are called to advance the Kingdom. Seminary is here to help.

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More than ever, we need leaders in ministry who are prepared for a rapidly shifting cultural context. We need leaders who can adequately proclaim the gospel, profoundly impact those around them, and ultimately change the world. We need leaders like YOU.
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