In a quest to increase, or at least retain, the size of their congregations, churches are implementing new ways to make services more engaging to its members. Some churches have changed their music, some have tapped on social media, while others used different preachers to perform thought-provoking sermons. But, a new study reveals what makes churchgoers stay in their church.
According to the study of LifeWay Research, theology makes Christians remain at their church.
Mess with the music and people may grumble. Mess with theology and they’re out the door. —Scott McConnell, executive director, LifeWay Research
The study surveyed 1,010 Protestant churchgoers who said they are committed to staying at their church, but would consider leaving if the church’s core beliefs changed.
“Mess with the music and people may grumble,” said Scott McConnell, executive director of LifeWay Resea