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Study: Parents and Church Leaders Disagree on How Best to Disciple Children

By Filings on Mon, 09/22/25
Church & Ministry
Children's Ministry
Parenting
Discipleship
Barna Research

“Half (51%) expect the church to take the lead, while nearly as many parents (49%) believe it’s their responsibility. Many parents also admit they feel under-equipped—86 percent say their children learn spiritual lessons at church that they themselves cannot teach.” - Barna Research

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