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2028 Church Life Survey
Our next nation wide survey is scheduled for 2028.
The 2028 Church Life Survey NZ is a nationwide survey of church attenders. Every church across New Zealand is invited to take part. When your church does, you’ll invite all attenders to participate in a 20-minute survey on demographics, church life, community, faith, and leadership.
For more information visit the Church Life Survey NZ Website, clsnz.org.
The 2028 Church Life Survey NZ is a strategic asset for every church, group or denomination, and the wider Church across NZ.
The NZ Church Isn't Dying, It's Changing: 5 Unexpected Truths
By superadmin | 10:14 PM NZDT, Thu December 11, 2025
The prevailing narrative about church life in New Zealand often points toward simple, steady decline. But does this story tell the whole truth? The most comprehensive recent data—the 2023 Church Life Survey of 20,357 church attendees—paints a far more nuanced and fascinating picture of transformation, not just decline. This landmark survey reveals a community grappling with profound demographic shifts, evolving priorities, and surprising pockets of vitality. This article explores the five most surprising and impactful takeaways that are shaping the future of faith in New Zealand.
Losing our religion
By MaxScott | 3:48 AM NZDT, Tue October 05, 2021
According to Stats NZ, more than 2 million New Zealanders say they have no religion. Stats NZ has released a report on religious affiliation based on the 2018 Census.
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Embracing the Lost Art of Silence and Solitude
In a world filled with chaos, the practice of silence and solitude has become harder than ever but is deeply needed among ministry leaders.
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How Republicans and Democrats see their own ideology – and their party’s
In both coalitions, those who say they are more liberal or conservative than their party are also more critical of it.
Southern Baptist Pastor Pay Stagnant Since 2024
Compared to two years ago, the average senior pastor pay package and total compensation have decreased, while inflation continues to rise.
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Should I Stay or Should I Leave My Church?
These four questions can help you walk in God’s will, whether it’s to remain at the church you're at or trust Him when it's time to leave.
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25 Years After 9/11, a Portrait of Muslim Americans
Some Americans still see Muslims through the lens of the terrorist attacks. Yet Muslims are a growing, vibrant part of the country’s political and religious landscape.
9/11 memories remain vivid in the U.S. 25 years later
While 9/11 remains vivid in most Americans’ memories, 10% of adults today were born after the attacks and learned about the day’s events from others.
5 Ways to Help Your Student Ministry Volunteers Win
Every student ministry needs volunteers, but the goal can't simply be filling enough positions to make Wednesday night work.
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Americans have grown more skeptical that a woman will be president in their lifetime
Some 37% of Americans now say it’s not too or not at all likely that the United States will elect a woman as president, up from 26% in 2023.
More Than a Force: Who the Holy Spirit Really Is
The State of Theology study reveals an alarming percentage of evangelicals who are confused about the personhood of the Holy Spirit.
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About half of Americans say they spend too much time on their smartphone
Seven-in-ten adults under 30 say they spend too much time on their smartphone, as do about two-thirds of those ages 30 to 49.