Why are so many mainline denominations abandoning the Bible and embracing liberal theology? And what should you do if you are a member of one of those denominations? Bill Maier, of Dr. Bill Maier Live on Faith Radio, interviews Carmen Fowler LaBerge, president of the Presbyterian Lay Committee and host of The Reconnect with Carmen…
America’s mainline churches, once a vibrant part of American religion, have been in a state of decline for decades. At least that’s the story that’s often told. But it’s only half-true. Yes, the Protestant establishment churches have seen a drop in membership. But the churches—as institutions—remain strong with more clergy today than ever before. During the…
Carmen Fowler LaBerge, president of The Presbyterian Lay Committee, joins Ed Stetzer on The Exchange to discuss the history of the Presbyterian church and the future of mainline denominations. Listen to the podcast here.
By Joe Carter, The Gospel Coalition In a recent interview in which she announced she had joined the Episcopal Church, Rachel Held Evans said, Just about every denomination in the American church— including many evangelical denominations — is seeing a decline in numbers, so if it’s a competition, then we’re all losing, just at different rates….