State of the Church

The State of the Church 2025 initiative offers leaders data and insights, equipping them with powerful tools to measure what matters in their own...

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Discover how the past and present of the Church points to a hopeful future.

Barna and Gloo have partnered together on an expanded State of the Church 2025.

The initiative will offer monthly research releases, success stories from the faith community and practical resources—and Barna Access Plus subscribers will be first in line for this content.

Scroll down to see our latest release, and check back each month for new content!

How Do You Know if Your Church Is Truly Thriving?

The State of the Church reveals what matters most to today’s leaders: the well-being of your people (flourishing) and the vitality of your church (thriving). But how can you be sure you're measuring what matters?

Barna’s Thriving Church Institute helps you take the guesswork out of ministry. By assessing 15 key dimensions of church health, you’ll gain insight into your church's organizational thriving. Discover how your church is doing—and take practical, gospel-centered steps to grow stronger in every area.

Explore the Thriving Church Institute

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