June 2025 Release
At a glance
Pastoral Confidence is on the Rise
New research shows pastoral confidence is rising, suggesting development efforts are working despite lingering challenges.
Pastors Conflicted About Retirement
Generational divides in retirement confidence among pastors nearing retirement highlight urgent needs in succession planning and leadership development.
Half of Pastors Without Support
The majority of pastors address professional and personal challenges without external support like mentors or therapists.
The pastoral calling demands a complex balance of spiritual leadership, church management, relational acumen, and personal wholeness. How are pastors truly doing?
Our June and July "State of the Church" releases will explore this question, beginning this month with an examination of pastoral well-being and their perceptions of their role.
As summer approaches—a traditional time for sabbaticals and rest—understanding pastoral flourishing is essential for both church leaders and their congregations.
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