After a brief rebound in 2025, trust in the church dropped back near record lows.
First drop in the Index since May 2025.
Since leaving the ECFA, this Illinois ministry now carries an F Transparency Grade.
Plus, biblical generosity, retirement and life seasons, remembering J.I. Packer.
Jane Roe's case ends in settlement as seminary denies liability and moves forward.
Plus, Nazarene theologian found guilty by church court, Mario Murillo hosts revival crusade, Hobby Lobby returns ancient artifact, and more.
These ministries teach prisoners that redemption involves accountability, reconciliation, and lives transformed through Christ.
Removal of Asbury may signal further culling of approved schools.
A case in New York highlights a potential threat churches can face from within.
Billions sit untouched in donor-advised funds while ministries wait years for promised support.
Plus, other notable ministry happenings from this week.
Rev. Locke told churchgoers federal agents searched home for hours after receiving reports of alleged financial misconduct.
Leading the Way's ECFA exit leaves donors without key financial accountability and transparency measures
Tommie Zito plans to use the former Green Mountain College site for ‘Z University.’
Plus, the Evangelical-Catholic movement, support for Israel, John Calvin
Edwin Brant Frost IV’s Christian reputation helped him solicit more than $140 million from investors.
Pastor accused of international child abduction must surrender 5-year-old girl to mother.
Plus, New York Theological Seminary closes, Christian ministries in India targeted, and more.
The database includes 166 rescue mission ministries with $1.98 billion in total revenue.
