Aaron Earls

While there are likely numerous theological differences between evangelical, Catholic and Black Protestant pastors, they share core convictions that aren’t as common among mainline pastors.

Almost 10 years after the Supreme Court granted national recognition to same-sex marriages, most Americans support that right, but the percentage has plateaued in recent years.

BRENTWOOD, Tenn. -- Working 9 to 5 doesn’t cut it for many pastors. Neither does working strictly at one church.

BLACKSBURG, South Carolina (BP) — “If you start a church, I’ll come.” Phillip Martin was in his last semester at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary when two unchurched friends told him they would attend a church if he planted one.

BRENTWOOD, Tenn. — When it comes to collecting offerings, most churches pass a plate, but they may also have a basket waiting for you as you walk out the door.

BRENTWOOD, Tenn. — Compared to a decade ago, pastors have less training in counseling but are more hesitant to refer church members to professionals.

Over the past five years, the religious makeup of the United States has remained remarkably stable, according to Gallup.

BRENTWOOD, Tenn. — Most pastors say their churches have policies in place to address significant misbehavior by church members, but few have actually used those policies recently.

BRENTWOOD, Tenn. — Pastors don’t believe their family and job often compete for their attention. If they ever do, however, pastors say they choose home life over church life.

DALLAS (BP) – Recognizing the important connection between discipleship and the local church, Lifeway Christian Resources President and CEO Ben Mandrell pledged to assist congregations in their calling to fulfill the Great Commission.