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The Condition of the Church in America – Key Statistics

By Allen McGraw, on January 2nd, 2008

Following is a list of statistics, concerning the condition of the church in America, compiled by Andy McAdams of Pastor to Pastors Ministry

1. 1,400 pastors in America leave the ministry monthly.

2. Less then 20% of churches recognize or appreciated their pastor in some way annually.

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