What does 35 years of church research reveal about the future of Australian churches? Dr Ruth Powell, Director of NCLS Research, takes us on a fascinating journey through data and personal experience that illuminates both challenges and opportunities ahead.

Drawing from her formative years as a missionary kid in Papua New Guinea and decades of research, Dr Powell identifies key trends shaping today's spiritual landscape—from changing patterns in church attendance to the vitality found in Australia's multicultural congregations.

The conversation explores how churches are navigating cultural shifts, generational differences, and the tension between turning inward versus engaging with broader communities. For church leaders seeking wisdom and anyone curious about Australia's evolving relationship with faith, this episode offers both sobering realities and compelling pathways forward for thriving ministry.

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