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It’s not mainline traditions anymore.

Younger generations see female nones on the rise.

There are more unaffiliated African Americans, but they’re also more likely to return.

Between 2016 and 2020, younger white evangelicals started to shift away from pro-life positions while older ones solidified their stances.

When given the option, most younger believers go for a broader term.

New research shows that Americans’ religiosity increasingly doesn’t line up with whether they officially belong to a congregation.

How has the 3.2-million-member denomination avoided decline?

Both traditions are losing out to the unaffiliated.

Though data shows declines across the board, departing members aren’t going far.

When research looks beyond affiliation, the move away from religious institutions becomes more nuanced.

Religion and politics researcher Ryan P. Burge suggests how to make sense of the barrage of polls and results.

After few faith references by Trump and Biden at party conventions, the candidates are expected to stick to policy discussions when they take the national stage.

In the presidential race against Joe Biden, Catholics have emerged as a swing vote.

Those who know someone who suffered from the virus are less likely to say they plan to vote for President Trump.

At least 11,500 Christian employers accepted $150,000 or more in government stimulus loans.

Despite the ongoing debates over gender roles, surveys show significant agreement in favor of female Sunday school teachers, worship leaders, speakers, and preachers.

But when it comes to behavior, evangelicals are as likely as the rest of the country to keep up social distancing, according to Data for Progress survey.

While most agree with the response from public health officials, confidence in the Trump administration outweighs the news media.

The demographics of many US congregations make sanctuaries a risky place for gatherings to resume.