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Religious Switching in Australia: Insights on Christian affiliation available now! While the number of Australians who select ‘no religion’ in the census has been increasing, many people later return or adopt religious affiliation. Read the article: bit.ly/4vaAryy
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Safeguarding in Australian Churches: out now. bit.ly/4fGRjbt The safeguarding of children and vulnerable people continues to be an ongoing and vital discussion across Australian society. This report explores safeguarding policies, practices and attitudes in churches.
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There are 3 important qualities for a healthy church. These are catalysts for vitality. In the 2026 National Church Life Survey we give churches the opportunity to evaluate their own health in these 3 areas. Sign your church up for the 2026 NCLS today! bit.ly/4beX4uK
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There are a lot of church leaders who are happy but exhausted. In the National Church Life Survey we ask your church leaders about their practices and experiences to build a picture of sustainable leadership. Sign your church up for the 2026 NCLS today! bit.ly/4beX4uK
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On #WorldEnvironmentDay, read our latest findings from the Climate Action Survey of Australian Christians. Sponsored by @Common Grace , the Full Report and the Summary Report are available as free downloads in the NCLS Research Shop. bit.ly/3OM7bdR
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In the 2026 NCLS we will ask people about whether their young adult children are still attending church. This helps build a picture of generational faith for your church and nationwide. Sign your church up for the 2026 NCLS today! bit.ly/4beX4uK
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Results from the Climate Action Survey reveal that almost all participants agree that God wants humans to take good care of the earth and life in it. Read the free report: bit.ly/42YE5z8
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You know what the loud voices in your church think, but what about the quiet ones? In the 2026 NCLS, you can listen to ALL the voices in your congregation including newcomers, people on the fringe, or quiet attenders. Sign up today! bit.ly/4beX4uK
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Churches across more than 20 denominations in Australia are now signing up to take part in the 2026 National Church Life Survey. Will your church join us? bit.ly/4sRiKTv
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What if, in only 20 minutes, you could listen to your church attenders and receive a report to inform your decisions for the future? You can! Sign up for the 2026 NCLS. Your NCLS results and insights will equip you to make better, more informed decisions. bit.ly/4siBU3J
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Your church leadership can hear all the voices in your church- even the quiet ones through the 2026 National Church Life Survey. Take time to listen by signing up for the NCLS today! bit.ly/4beX4uK
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Churches across more than 20 denominations in Australia are now signing up to take part in the 2026 National Church Life Survey. Will your church join us? bit.ly/4sRiKTv
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The Climate Action Survey Research Report provides results from the Climate Action Survey of Australian Christians. Findings show that almost all survey participants reported undertaking some sort of consumer action to try and address climate change. bit.ly/42YE5z8
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Thanks to Charles Sturt University for the invitation to contribute to a research retreat with colleagues from the School of Theology and CISAC/ISRA.
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This local church shares how the Church Life Survey helps them to capture group perspectives and determine what to focus on in their church. Read local church stories and sign your church up for this year's National Church Life Survey! bit.ly/4wbT2LD
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Half of students in faith-based schools believe Jesus was God in human form. The first snapshot of results from the Student Spiritual Life Survey by NCLS Research highlights how nearly 14,500 students in Christian high schools view Jesus. Find out more: bit.ly/3Ph3DUZ
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Churches across more than 20 denominations in Australia are now signing up to take part in the 2026 National Church Life Survey. Will your church join us? bit.ly/4sRiKTv
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On the launch of the Climate Action Survey Research Report, Dr Miriam Pepper from NCLS Research recently shared insights and findings with Ben from Hope 103.2. This research was generously sponsored by @CommonGraceAus. Listen now to find out more. bit.ly/4tYAXiE
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TOMORROW at 1.00pm (AEST) - Local Churches, don't miss out on your opportunity to hear more about the 2026 National Church Life Survey, in a free information session. Join us on Thursday 7th May, or watch a pre-recorded version anytime. bit.ly/4dXFooW
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Learning is an essential part of why this church takes part in the National Church Life Survey. Will you church join the NCLS this year? Find out more about the benefits for your church. Read more local church stories. bit.ly/4wbT2LD
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