Trends in the First Two Decades of the 21st Century and Implications for the Future
Preliminary outline and reports for review and feedback. Posted as available. If reports are updated or edited after posting, a new date will appear on the report. Questions and feedback may be directed to Lovett Weems at lovettw@wesleyseminary.edu.
Changes in the Religious Landscape
Factors Impacting Clergy Trends
Changes in the Types of Clergy and Their Education
Changes in Clergy Demographics
Clergy Age Research Report
Blog – “Still Fewer Young United Methodist Elders in 2022”
Clergy Gender Research Report
Blog – “Clergywomen in the ELCA”
Clergy Race Research Report
Blog – “How are Clergy of Color Faring in the ELCA?”
Blog – “How are Clergy of Color Faring in White Protestant Denominations?”
Changes in Clergy Availability and Deployment Patterns
Changes in Personnel Funding Patterns
Findings, Conclusions, and Implications
The Shape of Leadership Needed for the Future