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As the amount goes up, donors feel more comfortable writing a check.

About a third of churchgoers actually give a 10-percent "tithe."

Pastors weigh in on the state of their budgets since the beginning of 2017.

People with religious beliefs are more likely to give than their nonbelieving counterparts.

Infographic: Salary plus benefits broken down by church income.

Infographic: Many evangelical leaders give a thumbs up to tithes that include nonchurch ministries.

Infographic: Clergy spouses express concerns about their finances.

Infographic: How does tax deferral affect your retirement?

Infographic: Pastors and congregants don't see eye to eye.

Infographic: Four generations of believers reveal how important it is to practice some form of generosity.

Infographic: Not all e-giving is equally appealing.

Infographic: How much does a new church rely on their network or sending church?

Infographic: Comparing church planting beginners with planting strategists.

Do Americans still give significantly to churches?

How attendees view the transgender bathroom access issue by denomination.

Many churches receive most of their donations from a small number of givers.

"How much stress, worry, or concern, does your household's financial situation cause you?"

Given the choice, what electronic giving sources do churchgoers prefer?

How well did churches meet their offering budgets in 2015?

How 85 surveyed churches classified and financed their construction projects.

How some believers regard the purpose of acquiring money and achieving financial security.

Religious freedom questions show the views of Americans and evangelicals.

Volunteering is only becoming more valuable—literally.

Buying on credit easily tops the list.

A survey of churches asking if churches saw giving increase, decrease, or remain constant.

Filing tax returns electronically sees steady gains over time.

A breakdown of the percentage of churches with income exceeding expenses by region.

What do you know about your church's operating reserve (cash on hand in bank accounts, investments, and/or a line of credit)?

A breakdown of how churches segment their funds for various ministries.

Giving increases at large churches who offer multiple giving options.

Individuals without insurance could end up paying...

A breakdown of where employee compensation goes.

A breakdown of percentages of where church funds actually go.

Infographic: Number of full-time respondents: 1,119

Infographic: A snapshot of the senior pastor position in 2013.

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Infographic: How ministers and staff communicate with youth in their programs.

Polled: 624 full-time pastors

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