Effective Christian Education, A National Study of Protestant Congregations, 1991 - Pastors Component - Codebook

All frequencies are raw numbers (no weights used).

1) Type of Respondent (WHO)

	TOTAL	%
1) Pastor	517	100.0
Total	517	100.0

2) Denomination (DENOM)

	TOTAL	%
1) Disciples of Christ	95	18.4
2) Evangelical Lutheran Church in America	101	19.5
3) Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)	91	17.6
4) Southern Baptist Convention	63	12.2
5) United Church of Christ	85	16.4
6) United Methodist Church	82	15.9
Total	517	100.0

3) Congregation ID (CID)

	N	Mean	Std. Deviation
Total	517	3,419.85	1,731.52

4) Respondent ID (SERID)

	N	Mean	Std. Deviation
Total	517	6,139.12	3,293.86

5) How much emphasis do you think your church puts on the following - Involving members in helping people in your town or city. (EMPHELP)

	TOTAL	%
1) No emphasis	8	1.6
2) Small emphasis	98	19.1
3) Some emphasis	229	44.6
4) Strong emphasis	134	26.1
5) Very strong emphasis	44	8.6
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

6) How much emphasis do you think your church puts on the following - Supporting missionary work. (EMPMISSN)

	TOTAL	%
1) No emphasis	26	5.0
2) Small emphasis	116	22.5
3) Some emphasis	180	34.9
4) Strong emphasis	143	27.7
5) Very strong emphasis	51	9.9
Missing	1
Total	516	100.0

7) How much emphasis do you think your church puts on the following - Teaching the Bible. (EMPBIBLE)

	TOTAL	%
1) No emphasis	7	1.4
2) Small emphasis	27	5.2
3) Some emphasis	163	31.7
4) Strong emphasis	204	39.6
5) Very strong emphasis	114	22.1
Missing	2
Total	515	100.0

8) How much emphasis do you think your church puts on the following - Supporting members in times of personal crisis. (EMPMBRS)

	TOTAL	%
1) No emphasis	3	0.6
2) Small emphasis	18	3.5
3) Some emphasis	70	13.6
4) Strong emphasis	252	48.8
5) Very strong emphasis	173	33.5
Missing	1
Total	516	100.0

9) How much emphasis do you think your church puts on the following - Speaking out against the sin and evil in the world. (EMPNOSIN)

	TOTAL	%
1) No emphasis	22	4.3
2) Small emphasis	148	28.9
3) Some emphasis	185	36.1
4) Strong emphasis	119	23.2
5) Very strong emphasis	38	7.4
Missing	5
Total	512	100.0

10) How much emphasis do you think your church puts on the following - Providing members with love, support, and friendship. (EMPPROV)

	TOTAL	%
1) No emphasis	4	0.8
2) Small emphasis	19	3.7
3) Some emphasis	95	18.4
4) Strong emphasis	240	46.5
5) Very strong emphasis	158	30.6
Missing	1
Total	516	100.0

11) How much emphasis do you think your church puts on the following - Reaching out to the poor and hungry. (EMPREACH)

	TOTAL	%
1) No emphasis	8	1.6
2) Small emphasis	81	15.7
3) Some emphasis	214	41.6
4) Strong emphasis	167	32.4
5) Very strong emphasis	45	8.7
Missing	2
Total	515	100.0

12) How much emphasis do you think your church puts on the following - Encouraging personal commitment to Jesus. (EMPJESUS)

	TOTAL	%
1) No emphasis	10	1.9
2) Small emphasis	84	16.4
3) Some emphasis	177	34.5
4) Strong emphasis	139	27.1
5) Very strong emphasis	103	20.1
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

13) How much emphasis do you think your church puts on the following - Bringing the Gospel to people outside the church. (EMPGOSPL)

	TOTAL	%
1) No emphasis	31	6.0
2) Small emphasis	177	34.4
3) Some emphasis	190	36.9
4) Strong emphasis	77	15.0
5) Very strong emphasis	40	7.8
Missing	2
Total	515	100.0

14) How much emphasis do you think your church puts on the following - Providing meaningful and uplifting worship experiences. (EMPWRSHP)

	TOTAL	%
1) No emphasis	3	0.6
2) Small emphasis	13	2.5
3) Some emphasis	86	16.7
4) Strong emphasis	265	51.4
5) Very strong emphasis	149	28.9
Missing	1
Total	516	100.0

15) How much emphasis do you think your church puts on the following - Music. (EMPMUSIC)

	TOTAL	%
1) No emphasis	8	1.6
2) Small emphasis	48	9.5
3) Some emphasis	163	32.1
4) Strong emphasis	189	37.3
5) Very strong emphasis	99	19.5
Missing	10
Total	507	100.0

16) How much emphasis do you think your church puts on the following - Providing members a comforting refuge from all the pain and suffering in the world. (EMPSAFE)

	TOTAL	%
1) No emphasis	50	9.7
2) Small emphasis	120	23.3
3) Some emphasis	231	44.9
4) Strong emphasis	98	19.1
5) Very strong emphasis	15	2.9
Missing	3
Total	514	100.0

17) How much emphasis do you think your church puts on the following - Giving members answers to moral questions. (EMPMORAL)

	TOTAL	%
1) No emphasis	21	4.1
2) Small emphasis	110	21.6
3) Some emphasis	248	48.6
4) Strong emphasis	111	21.8
5) Very strong emphasis	20	3.9
Missing	7
Total	510	100.0

18) How much emphasis do you think your church puts on the following - Helping members find meaning and purpose in their lives. (EMPPRPS)

	TOTAL	%
1) No emphasis	4	0.8
2) Small emphasis	22	4.3
3) Some emphasis	186	36.2
4) Strong emphasis	229	44.6
5) Very strong emphasis	73	14.2
Missing	3
Total	514	100.0

19) How much emphasis do you think your church puts on the following - Giving members the strength and courage to face the stress of everyday life. (EMPSTRN)

	TOTAL	%
1) No emphasis	2	0.4
2) Small emphasis	27	5.2
3) Some emphasis	168	32.6
4) Strong emphasis	251	48.6
5) Very strong emphasis	68	13.2
Missing	1
Total	516	100.0

20) How much emphasis do you think your church puts on the following - Encouraging members to commit time, talent, and resources to their church. (EMPRSRCS)

	TOTAL	%
1) No emphasis	1	0.2
2) Small emphasis	31	6.0
3) Some emphasis	189	36.6
4) Strong emphasis	223	43.2
5) Very strong emphasis	72	14.0
Missing	1
Total	516	100.0

21) How much emphasis do you think your church puts on the following - Helping members learn about people of different races and ethnic groups. (EMPDVSTY)

	TOTAL	%
1) No emphasis	78	15.1
2) Small emphasis	200	38.7
3) Some emphasis	162	31.3
4) Strong emphasis	67	13.0
5) Very strong emphasis	10	1.9
Total	517	100.0

22) How much emphasis do you think your church puts on the following - Discussing national and international issues. (EMPISSUE)

	TOTAL	%
1) No emphasis	80	15.5
2) Small emphasis	216	41.8
3) Some emphasis	157	30.4
4) Strong emphasis	55	10.6
5) Very strong emphasis	9	1.7
Total	517	100.0

23) How much emphasis do you think your church puts on the following - Getting members to work for social justice and peace. (EMPJUSTC)

	TOTAL	%
1) No emphasis	92	17.9
2) Small emphasis	205	39.9
3) Some emphasis	150	29.2
4) Strong emphasis	53	10.3
5) Very strong emphasis	14	2.7
Missing	3
Total	514	100.0

24) How much emphasis do you think your church puts on the following - Providing excellent Christian education for children. (EMPCECUD)

	TOTAL	%
1) No emphasis	10	1.9
2) Small emphasis	63	12.2
3) Some emphasis	150	29.1
4) Strong emphasis	225	43.6
5) Very strong emphasis	68	13.2
Missing	1
Total	516	100.0

25) How much emphasis do you think your church puts on the following - Providing excellent Christian education for teenagers. (EMPTEDUC)

	TOTAL	%
1) No emphasis	28	5.4
2) Small emphasis	100	19.4
3) Some emphasis	192	37.2
4) Strong emphasis	151	29.3
5) Very strong emphasis	45	8.7
Missing	1
Total	516	100.0

26) How much emphasis do you think your church puts on the following - Providing excellent Christian education for adults. (EMPAEDUC)

	TOTAL	%
1) No emphasis	10	1.9
2) Small emphasis	79	15.3
3) Some emphasis	189	36.6
4) Strong emphasis	181	35.0
5) Very strong emphasis	58	11.2
Total	517	100.0

27) Which of the following best describes your commitment to Jesus Christ? (COMMITMT)

	TOTAL	%
1) I am not committed to Christ.	2	0.4
2) I am not sure if I am committed to Christ.	2	0.4
3) I committed my life to Christ at a specific moment in my life.	104	20.2
4) My commitment to Christ developed gradually over a period of time.	236	45.9
5) I've been committed to Christ since I was a young child.	170	33.1
Missing	3
Total	514	100.0

28) Do you believe the following statement about God - God is loving. (BLVLOVNG)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	3	0.6
1) Yes	513	99.4
Missing	1
Total	516	100.0

29) Do you believe the following statement about God - God is aware of everything I think and do. (BLVAWARE)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	86	16.7
1) Yes	430	83.3
Missing	1
Total	516	100.0

30) Do you believe the following statement about God - God punishes those who do wrong. (BLVPUNSH)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	368	71.3
1) Yes	148	28.7
Missing	1
Total	516	100.0

31) Do you believe the following statement about God - God is strict. (BLVSTRCT)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	409	79.3
1) Yes	107	20.7
Missing	1
Total	516	100.0

32) Do you believe the following statement about God - God accepts me as I am. (BLVIAM)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	40	7.8
1) Yes	476	92.2
Missing	1
Total	516	100.0

33) Do you believe the following statement about God - God has a plan for my life. (BLVPLAN)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	141	27.3
1) Yes	375	72.7
Missing	1
Total	516	100.0

34) Do you believe the following statement about God - God is judging. (BLVJUDG)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	234	45.3
1) Yes	282	54.7
Missing	1
Total	516	100.0

35) Do you believe the following statement about God - God decides everything I do. (BLVIDO)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	505	97.9
1) Yes	11	2.1
Missing	1
Total	516	100.0

36) Do you believe the following statement about God - God is mysterious. (BLVMSTRY)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	122	23.6
1) Yes	394	76.4
Missing	1
Total	516	100.0

37) Do you believe the following statement about God - God is forgiving. (BLV4GIV)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	4	0.8
1) Yes	512	99.2
Missing	1
Total	516	100.0

38) Are you male or female? (SEX)

	TOTAL	%
1) Male	478	92.6
2) Female	38	7.4
Missing	1
Total	516	100.0

39) How important is religious faith in your life? (FAITHIMP)

	TOTAL	%
1) It is the most important influence in my life.	371	72.3
2) It is a very important influence in my life.	127	24.8
3) It is an important influence, but other things are also important in my life.	15	2.9
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

40) If you had a birthday party and invited your 5 best friends, how many would be people who go to your church? (BESTFRND)

	TOTAL	%
0) 0	59	11.4
1) 1	23	4.5
2) 2	85	16.5
3) 3	111	21.5
4) 4	87	16.9
5) 5	151	29.3
Missing	1
Total	516	100.0

41) How often have you done the following in the past year - Tried directly to encourage someone to believe in Jesus Christ. (JESUSBLV)

	TOTAL	%
1) Never	34	6.6
2) Once	18	3.5
3) 2-5 times	104	20.2
4) 6-9 times	55	10.7
5) 10 times or more	304	59.0
Missing	2
Total	515	100.0

42) How often have you done the following in the past year - Told others about the work of God in your life. (GODSWORK)

	TOTAL	%
1) Never	2	0.4
2) Once	4	0.8
3) 2-5 times	57	11.1
4) 6-9 times	84	16.3
5) 10 times or more	368	71.5
Missing	2
Total	515	100.0

43) How often have you done the following in the past year - Participated in a march, meeting, or gathering to promote social change. (SOCIALCH)

	TOTAL	%
1) Never	175	34.2
2) Once	94	18.4
3) 2-5 times	161	31.5
4) 6-9 times	45	8.8
5) 10 times or more	36	7.0
Missing	6
Total	511	100.0

44) How often have you done the following in the past year - Clearly felt the presence of God in your life. (FEELGOD)

	TOTAL	%
1) Never	4	0.8
2) Once	9	1.8
3) 2-5 times	53	10.4
4) 6-9 times	71	13.9
5) 10 times or more	375	73.2
Missing	5
Total	512	100.0

45) How many hours have you done the following in the past 30 days - Donated time helping people who are poor, hungry, sick, or unable to care for themselves. (HRSPOOR)

	TOTAL	%
1) 0 hours	103	20.4
2) 1-2 hours	141	28.0
3) 3-5 hours	101	20.0
4) 6-9 hours	52	10.3
5) 10 hours or more	107	21.2
Missing	13
Total	504	100.0

46) How many hours have you done the following in the past 30 days - Donated time in your town or city to help children, youth, or families. (HRSYOUTH)

	TOTAL	%
1) 0 hours	136	27.0
2) 1-2 hours	140	27.8
3) 3-5 hours	93	18.5
4) 6-9 hours	56	11.1
5) 10 hours or more	79	15.7
Missing	13
Total	504	100.0

47) How many hours have you done the following in the past 30 days - Helped friends or neighbors with problems they have. (HRSFRNDS)

	TOTAL	%
1) 0 hours	54	10.8
2) 1-2 hours	144	28.7
3) 3-5 hours	123	24.5
4) 6-9 hours	86	17.1
5) 10 hours or more	95	18.9
Missing	15
Total	502	100.0

48) How many hours have you done the following in the past 30 days - Spent time promoting social justice or world peace. (HRSJUSTC)

	TOTAL	%
1) 0 hours	221	44.1
2) 1-2 hours	166	33.1
3) 3-5 hours	68	13.6
4) 6-9 hours	25	5.0
5) 10 hours or more	21	4.2
Missing	16
Total	501	100.0

49) How many hours have you done the following in the past 30 days - Spent time making your own town or city a better place to live. (HRSVLNTR)

	TOTAL	%
1) 0 hours	182	36.2
2) 1-2 hours	129	25.6
3) 3-5 hours	85	16.9
4) 6-9 hours	48	9.5
5) 10 hours or more	59	11.7
Missing	14
Total	503	100.0

50) How many hours have you done the following in the past 30 days - Been involved in personal growth activities. (HRSGRWTH)

	TOTAL	%
1) 0 hours	143	28.5
2) 1-2 hours	96	19.2
3) 3-5 hours	102	20.4
4) 6-9 hours	63	12.6
5) 10 hours or more	97	19.4
Missing	16
Total	501	100.0

51) How often do you do the following - Pray or meditate, other than at church or before meals. (YOUPRAY)

	TOTAL	%
2) Less than once a month	1	0.2
3) About once a month	3	0.6
4) 2 or 3 times a month	12	2.3
5) About once a week	22	4.3
6) Several times a week	158	30.6
7) Once a day or more	321	62.1
Total	517	100.0

52) How often do you do the following - Watch religious programs on television. (YOUWATCH)

	TOTAL	%
1) Never	153	29.7
2) Less than once a month	161	31.3
3) About once a month	52	10.1
4) 2 or 3 times a month	62	12.0
5) About once a week	64	12.4
6) Several times a week	14	2.7
7) Once a day or more	9	1.7
Missing	2
Total	515	100.0

53) How often do you do the following - Listen to religious programs on the radio. (YOULSTEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Never	205	39.8
2) Less than once a month	136	26.4
3) About once a month	32	6.2
4) 2 or 3 times a month	35	6.8
5) About once a week	41	8.0
6) Several times a week	43	8.3
7) Once a day or more	23	4.5
Missing	2
Total	515	100.0

54) How often do you do the following - Read the Bible when you are alone. (YOUBIBLE)

	TOTAL	%
2) Less than once a month	6	1.2
3) About once a month	8	1.6
4) 2 or 3 times a month	18	3.5
5) About once a week	46	8.9
6) Several times a week	247	47.9
7) Once a day or more	191	37.0
Missing	1
Total	516	100.0

55) How often do you do the following - Read religious magazines, newspapers, or books other than the Bible. (YOUREAD)

	TOTAL	%
1) Never	2	0.4
2) Less than once a month	4	0.8
3) About once a month	6	1.2
4) 2 or 3 times a month	33	6.4
5) About once a week	73	14.1
6) Several times a week	234	45.3
7) Once a day or more	165	31.9
Total	517	100.0

56) How much money did you contribute to the following in 1987 - To my church. (GIVCHRCH)

	TOTAL	%
1) $0	2	0.4
2) $1-$50	1	0.2
3) $51-$100	4	0.8
4) $101-$500	32	6.2
5) $501-$1,000	56	10.9
6) $1,001-$2,000	149	28.9
7) More than $2,000	271	52.6
Missing	2
Total	515	100.0

57) How much money did you contribute to the following in 1987 - To other religious groups or religious organizations. (GIVREL)

	TOTAL	%
1) $0	111	21.9
2) $1-$50	146	28.7
3) $51-$100	76	15.0
4) $101-$500	122	24.0
5) $501-$1,000	31	6.1
6) $1,001-$2,000	15	3.0
7) More than $2,000	7	1.4
Missing	9
Total	508	100.0

58) How much money did you contribute to the following in 1987 - To a TV evangelist. (GIVEVANG)

	TOTAL	%
1) $0	479	95.4
2) $1-$50	16	3.2
3) $51-$100	4	0.8
4) $101-$500	2	0.4
5) $501-$1,000	1	0.2
Missing	15
Total	502	100.0

59) How much money did you contribute to the following in 1987 - To charities or social service organizations. (GIVCHAR)

	TOTAL	%
1) $0	34	6.6
2) $1-$50	182	35.5
3) $51-$100	125	24.4
4) $101-$500	139	27.1
5) $501-$1,000	25	4.9
6) $1,001-$2,000	5	1.0
7) More than $2,000	2	0.4
Missing	5
Total	512	100.0

60) How much money did you contribute to the following in 1987 - To peace or social justice groups. (GIVPEACE)

	TOTAL	%
1) $0	244	47.9
2) $1-$50	155	30.5
3) $51-$100	70	13.8
4) $101-$500	34	6.7
5) $501-$1,000	5	1.0
7) More than $2,000	1	0.2
Missing	8
Total	509	100.0

61) How much do you agree or disagree with the following statement - Spiritually, I gain more within the church than outside it. (INCHURCH)

	TOTAL	%
1) I definitely disagree	10	1.9
2) I tend to disagree	19	3.7
3) I'm not sure	24	4.7
4) I tend to agree	110	21.3
5) I definitely agree	353	68.4
Missing	1
Total	516	100.0

62) How much do you agree or disagree with the following statement - Human nature is basically good. (WEBGOOD)

	TOTAL	%
1) I definitely disagree	132	25.7
2) I tend to disagree	109	21.2
3) I'm not sure	42	8.2
4) I tend to agree	150	29.2
5) I definitely agree	81	15.8
Missing	3
Total	514	100.0

63) How much do you agree or disagree with the following statement - We ought to worry about our own country and let the rest of the world take care of itself. (USONLY)

	TOTAL	%
1) I definitely disagree	371	72.3
2) I tend to disagree	111	21.6
3) I'm not sure	9	1.8
4) I tend to agree	9	1.8
5) I definitely agree	13	2.5
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

64) How much do you agree or disagree with the following statement - I would like to see more women pastors. (WMNPASTR)

	TOTAL	%
1) I definitely disagree	66	12.9
2) I tend to disagree	66	12.9
3) I'm not sure	85	16.6
4) I tend to agree	141	27.5
5) I definitely agree	154	30.1
Missing	5
Total	512	100.0

65) How much do you agree or disagree with the following statement - The poor have only themselves to blame for their poverty. (BLAMEPOR)

	TOTAL	%
1) I definitely disagree	365	71.0
2) I tend to disagree	116	22.6
3) I'm not sure	14	2.7
4) I tend to agree	9	1.8
5) I definitely agree	10	1.9
Missing	3
Total	514	100.0

66) How much do you agree or disagree with the following statement - In our country too much emphasis is placed on individualism. (INDIVID)

	TOTAL	%
1) I definitely disagree	29	5.6
2) I tend to disagree	56	10.9
3) I'm not sure	50	9.7
4) I tend to agree	203	39.4
5) I definitely agree	177	34.4
Missing	2
Total	515	100.0

67) How much do you agree or disagree with the following statement - A good way to improve the world is to bring the Gospel to more people. (DOGOSPEL)

	TOTAL	%
1) I definitely disagree	4	0.8
2) I tend to disagree	15	2.9
3) I'm not sure	37	7.2
4) I tend to agree	189	36.8
5) I definitely agree	269	52.3
Missing	3
Total	514	100.0

68) How much do you agree or disagree with the following statement - The way many people in the U.S. buy and use things is one of the reasons poverty exists in other parts of the world. (CONSUMER)

	TOTAL	%
1) I definitely disagree	42	8.2
2) I tend to disagree	92	17.9
3) I'm not sure	54	10.5
4) I tend to agree	161	31.4
5) I definitely agree	164	32.0
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

69) How much do you agree or disagree with the following statement - I would favor a good plan to help the poor even if it costs me money. (HELPPOOR)

	TOTAL	%
1) I definitely disagree	6	1.2
2) I tend to disagree	8	1.6
3) I'm not sure	15	2.9
4) I tend to agree	230	44.7
5) I definitely agree	255	49.6
Missing	3
Total	514	100.0

70) How much do you agree or disagree with the following statement - Public schools should require religious expression, such as saying the Lord's Prayer, reading Bible verses, or saying prayers. (SCHLPRAY)

	TOTAL	%
1) I definitely disagree	289	56.2
2) I tend to disagree	102	19.8
3) I'm not sure	38	7.4
4) I tend to agree	42	8.2
5) I definitely agree	43	8.4
Missing	3
Total	514	100.0

71) How much do you agree or disagree with the following statement - I believe in reincarnation. (REINCARN)

	TOTAL	%
1) I definitely disagree	433	84.6
2) I tend to disagree	37	7.2
3) I'm not sure	23	4.5
4) I tend to agree	9	1.8
5) I definitely agree	10	2.0
Missing	5
Total	512	100.0

72) How much do you agree or disagree with the following statement - For me, religious insight comes more from my own personal experiences than from what I learn through the teachings of the church. (NOTCHRCH)

	TOTAL	%
1) I definitely disagree	127	24.7
2) I tend to disagree	233	45.3
3) I'm not sure	42	8.2
4) I tend to agree	92	17.9
5) I definitely agree	20	3.9
Missing	3
Total	514	100.0

73) How much do you agree or disagree with the following statement - Part of God's plan is that some will be rich and some will be poor. (SOMERICH)

	TOTAL	%
1) I definitely disagree	312	60.9
2) I tend to disagree	99	19.3
3) I'm not sure	42	8.2
4) I tend to agree	40	7.8
5) I definitely agree	19	3.7
Missing	5
Total	512	100.0

74) How much do you agree or disagree with the following statement - I believe in astrology. (ASTROLGY)

	TOTAL	%
1) I definitely disagree	468	91.4
2) I tend to disagree	28	5.5
3) I'm not sure	12	2.3
4) I tend to agree	3	0.6
5) I definitely agree	1	0.2
Missing	5
Total	512	100.0

75) How much do you agree or disagree with the following statement - I believe that God has chosen the U.S. to show the world about freedom and democracy. (FREEDOM)

	TOTAL	%
1) I definitely disagree	247	48.1
2) I tend to disagree	107	20.9
3) I'm not sure	82	16.0
4) I tend to agree	63	12.3
5) I definitely agree	14	2.7
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

76) How much do you agree or disagree with the following statement - A good way to improve the world is to change economic and social policies in many countries. (CHANGEPL)

	TOTAL	%
1) I definitely disagree	23	4.5
2) I tend to disagree	52	10.1
3) I'm not sure	64	12.5
4) I tend to agree	261	50.9
5) I definitely agree	113	22.0
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

77) How much do you agree or disagree with the following statement - I believe that the Holy Spirit is at work in my life. (HOLYSPRT)

	TOTAL	%
1) I definitely disagree	3	0.6
2) I tend to disagree	1	0.2
3) I'm not sure	9	1.8
4) I tend to agree	69	13.5
5) I definitely agree	430	84.0
Missing	5
Total	512	100.0

78) How much do you agree or disagree with the following statement - I think our government should spend less money on the military. (MILITARY)

	TOTAL	%
1) I definitely disagree	38	7.4
2) I tend to disagree	40	7.8
3) I'm not sure	34	6.6
4) I tend to agree	109	21.2
5) I definitely agree	293	57.0
Missing	3
Total	514	100.0

79) How much do you agree or disagree with the following statement - Through meditation and self-discipline I come to know that all spiritual truth and wisdom is within me. (SPIRINME)

	TOTAL	%
1) I definitely disagree	259	50.7
2) I tend to disagree	165	32.3
3) I'm not sure	38	7.4
4) I tend to agree	39	7.6
5) I definitely agree	10	2.0
Missing	6
Total	511	100.0

80) How much do you agree or disagree with the following statement - Poverty in the U.S. is mainly due to discrimination and unfair laws and policies. (POVDISC)

	TOTAL	%
1) I definitely disagree	72	14.0
2) I tend to disagree	176	34.2
3) I'm not sure	99	19.3
4) I tend to agree	137	26.7
5) I definitely agree	30	5.8
Missing	3
Total	514	100.0

81) How much do you agree or disagree with the following statement - I think that sometimes God should be referred to as 'she.' (SHEGOD)

	TOTAL	%
1) I definitely disagree	171	33.3
2) I tend to disagree	70	13.6
3) I'm not sure	57	11.1
4) I tend to agree	125	24.3
5) I definitely agree	91	17.7
Missing	3
Total	514	100.0

82) How much do you agree or disagree with the following statement - I would be willing to eat less meat and more grains and vegetables if it would provide food for starving people. (LESSMEAT)

	TOTAL	%
1) I definitely disagree	9	1.7
2) I tend to disagree	11	2.1
3) I'm not sure	25	4.9
4) I tend to agree	176	34.2
5) I definitely agree	294	57.1
Missing	2
Total	515	100.0

83) How much do you agree or disagree with the following statement - I am in charge of my own life; I can be anything I want to be. (ICONTROL)

	TOTAL	%
1) I definitely disagree	92	17.9
2) I tend to disagree	159	30.9
3) I'm not sure	49	9.5
4) I tend to agree	167	32.4
5) I definitely agree	48	9.3
Missing	2
Total	515	100.0

84) How much do you agree or disagree with the following statement - It is possible to communicate with people who have died. (TLK2DEAD)

	TOTAL	%
1) I definitely disagree	323	63.2
2) I tend to disagree	87	17.0
3) I'm not sure	66	12.9
4) I tend to agree	19	3.7
5) I definitely agree	16	3.1
Missing	6
Total	511	100.0

85) How much do you agree or disagree with the following statement - An individual should arrive at his or her own religious beliefs independent of any church. (INDBLF)

	TOTAL	%
1) I definitely disagree	283	55.2
2) I tend to disagree	156	30.4
3) I'm not sure	16	3.1
4) I tend to agree	34	6.6
5) I definitely agree	24	4.7
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

86) How right or wrong is the following statement - Efforts by one racial group to keep people of another race from moving into their neighborhood. (MOVERACE)

	TOTAL	%
1) Always right	9	1.7
2) Often right	8	1.6
3) Not sure	7	1.4
4) Often wrong	149	28.9
5) Always wrong	342	66.4
Missing	2
Total	515	100.0

87) How right or wrong is the following statement - Efforts by parents to keep children with AIDS from attending public school. (AIDSKIDS)

	TOTAL	%
1) Always right	10	1.9
2) Often right	32	6.2
3) Not sure	59	11.5
4) Often wrong	181	35.1
5) Always wrong	233	45.2
Missing	2
Total	515	100.0

88) How right or wrong is the following statement - Abortion when a doctor says the baby is likely to be born with a serious handicap. (ABORTKID)

	TOTAL	%
1) Always right	24	4.7
2) Often right	181	35.1
3) Not sure	119	23.1
4) Often wrong	113	21.9
5) Always wrong	78	15.1
Missing	2
Total	515	100.0

89) How right or wrong is the following statement - Sexual intercourse by two unmarried adults who love each other. (PREMARSX)

	TOTAL	%
1) Always right	7	1.4
2) Often right	118	22.9
3) Not sure	52	10.1
4) Often wrong	140	27.1
5) Always wrong	199	38.6
Missing	1
Total	516	100.0

90) How right or wrong is the following statement - A company paying women employees less than men employees for similar work. (WMNEARN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Always right	5	1.0
2) Often right	2	0.4
3) Not sure	1	0.2
4) Often wrong	111	21.5
5) Always wrong	397	76.9
Missing	1
Total	516	100.0

91) How right or wrong is the following statement - The U.S. using nuclear weapons to win a war against the Soviet Union. (NUKES)

	TOTAL	%
1) Always right	15	2.9
2) Often right	37	7.2
3) Not sure	68	13.2
4) Often wrong	83	16.1
5) Always wrong	311	60.5
Missing	3
Total	514	100.0

92) How right or wrong is the following statement - Taxing the wealthy to help raise the standard of living for poor people. (TAXRICH)

	TOTAL	%
1) Always right	87	16.9
2) Often right	309	59.9
3) Not sure	48	9.3
4) Often wrong	54	10.5
5) Always wrong	18	3.5
Missing	1
Total	516	100.0

93) How right or wrong is the following statement - Sending U.S. military aid to Central America to fight communism. (NOCOMMUN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Always right	27	5.3
2) Often right	100	19.5
3) Not sure	62	12.1
4) Often wrong	200	38.9
5) Always wrong	125	24.3
Missing	3
Total	514	100.0

94) How right or wrong is the following statement - Sexual intercourse by two unmarried 17 year-olds who love each other. (YOUNGSEX)

	TOTAL	%
1) Always right	9	1.7
2) Often right	26	5.0
3) Not sure	29	5.6
4) Often wrong	152	29.5
5) Always wrong	300	58.1
Missing	1
Total	516	100.0

95) How right or wrong is the following statement - Homosexual relations between two adults of the same sex who choose to be in that relationship. (HMSXLTY)

	TOTAL	%
1) Always right	18	3.5
2) Often right	90	17.4
3) Not sure	70	13.6
4) Often wrong	76	14.7
5) Always wrong	262	50.8
Missing	1
Total	516	100.0

96) How right or wrong is the following statement - Passing laws to make it illegal to discriminate against women or minorities. (DISCRIM)

	TOTAL	%
1) Always right	269	52.1
2) Often right	167	32.4
3) Not sure	20	3.9
4) Often wrong	15	2.9
5) Always wrong	45	8.7
Missing	1
Total	516	100.0

97) How right or wrong is the following statement - The United States and other countries demanding that South Africa end its apartheid policies. (APARTHED)

	TOTAL	%
1) Always right	254	49.2
2) Often right	177	34.3
3) Not sure	29	5.6
4) Often wrong	28	5.4
5) Always wrong	28	5.4
Missing	1
Total	516	100.0

98) How true is the following statement - I am concerned that our country is not doing enough to help the poor. (MOREHELP)

	TOTAL	%
1) Never true	1	0.2
2) Rarely true	5	1.0
3) True once in a while	22	4.3
4) Sometimes true	73	14.1
5) Often true	171	33.1
6) Almost always true	141	27.3
7) Always true	103	20.0
Missing	1
Total	516	100.0

99) How true is the following statement - I know that Jesus Christ is the son of God who died on a cross and rose again. (SONOFGOD)

	TOTAL	%
1) Never true	2	0.4
2) Rarely true	2	0.4
3) True once in a while	2	0.4
4) Sometimes true	4	0.8
5) Often true	10	1.9
6) Almost always true	50	9.7
7) Always true	445	86.4
Missing	2
Total	515	100.0

100) How true is the following statement - My faith shapes how I think and act each and every day. (DAILYFTH)

	TOTAL	%
1) Never true	1	0.2
3) True once in a while	5	1.0
4) Sometimes true	17	3.3
5) Often true	88	17.1
6) Almost always true	199	38.6
7) Always true	206	39.9
Missing	1
Total	516	100.0

101) How true is the following statement - I help others with their religious questions and struggles. (RELQUEST)

	TOTAL	%
3) True once in a while	4	0.8
4) Sometimes true	15	2.9
5) Often true	118	22.9
6) Almost always true	172	33.4
7) Always true	206	40.0
Missing	2
Total	515	100.0

102) How true is the following statement - I tend to be critical of other people. (CRITICAL)

	TOTAL	%
1) Never true	1	0.2
2) Rarely true	86	16.7
3) True once in a while	121	23.4
4) Sometimes true	186	36.0
5) Often true	103	20.0
6) Almost always true	15	2.9
7) Always true	4	0.8
Missing	1
Total	516	100.0

103) How true is the following statement - In my free time, I help people who have problems or needs. (GIVENEED)

	TOTAL	%
2) Rarely true	19	3.7
3) True once in a while	67	13.0
4) Sometimes true	124	24.1
5) Often true	175	34.0
6) Almost always true	86	16.7
7) Always true	43	8.4
Missing	3
Total	514	100.0

104) How true is the following statement - My faith helps me know right from wrong. (FAITHHLP)

	TOTAL	%
2) Rarely true	2	0.4
3) True once in a while	4	0.8
4) Sometimes true	25	4.9
5) Often true	91	17.7
6) Almost always true	212	41.2
7) Always true	180	35.0
Missing	3
Total	514	100.0

105) How true is the following statement - I do things to help protect the environment. (ENVIRONS)

	TOTAL	%
1) Never true	1	0.2
2) Rarely true	10	1.9
3) True once in a while	31	6.0
4) Sometimes true	90	17.5
5) Often true	181	35.2
6) Almost always true	159	30.9
7) Always true	42	8.2
Missing	3
Total	514	100.0

106) How true is the following statement - I devote time to reading and studying the Bible. (TIMEBIBL)

	TOTAL	%
2) Rarely true	3	0.6
3) True once in a while	6	1.2
4) Sometimes true	38	7.4
5) Often true	107	20.7
6) Almost always true	157	30.4
7) Always true	205	39.7
Missing	1
Total	516	100.0

107) How true is the following statement - I have a hard time accepting myself. (KNOWME)

	TOTAL	%
1) Never true	40	7.8
2) Rarely true	159	30.9
3) True once in a while	118	22.9
4) Sometimes true	106	20.6
5) Often true	63	12.2
6) Almost always true	21	4.1
7) Always true	8	1.6
Missing	2
Total	515	100.0

108) How true is the following statement - Every day I see evidence that God is active in the world. (GODLIVES)

	TOTAL	%
2) Rarely true	4	0.8
3) True once in a while	10	1.9
4) Sometimes true	30	5.8
5) Often true	87	16.9
6) Almost always true	145	28.1
7) Always true	240	46.5
Missing	1
Total	516	100.0

109) How true is the following statement - I take excellent care of my physical health. (GOODHLTH)

	TOTAL	%
1) Never true	1	0.2
2) Rarely true	26	5.0
3) True once in a while	68	13.2
4) Sometimes true	130	25.2
5) Often true	151	29.3
6) Almost always true	122	23.7
7) Always true	17	3.3
Missing	2
Total	515	100.0

110) How true is the following statement - I am active in efforts to promote social justice. (SOCJUSTC)

	TOTAL	%
1) Never true	12	2.3
2) Rarely true	82	15.9
3) True once in a while	121	23.5
4) Sometimes true	125	24.3
5) Often true	109	21.2
6) Almost always true	51	9.9
7) Always true	15	2.9
Missing	2
Total	515	100.0

111) How true is the following statement - I seek out opportunities to help me grow spiritually. (SPIRGROW)

	TOTAL	%
2) Rarely true	9	1.8
3) True once in a while	18	3.5
4) Sometimes true	76	14.8
5) Often true	175	34.0
6) Almost always true	151	29.4
7) Always true	85	16.5
Missing	3
Total	514	100.0

112) How true is the following statement - I take time for periods of prayer or meditation. (DLYPRAY)

	TOTAL	%
2) Rarely true	11	2.1
3) True once in a while	28	5.4
4) Sometimes true	81	15.7
5) Often true	125	24.3
6) Almost always true	159	30.9
7) Always true	111	21.6
Missing	2
Total	515	100.0

113) How true is the following statement - I am active in efforts to promote world peace. (WRLDPEAC)

	TOTAL	%
1) Never true	28	5.4
2) Rarely true	95	18.4
3) True once in a while	126	24.5
4) Sometimes true	126	24.5
5) Often true	80	15.5
6) Almost always true	44	8.5
7) Always true	16	3.1
Missing	2
Total	515	100.0

114) How true is the following statement - I accept people whose religious beliefs are different from mine. (DIFFBLFS)

	TOTAL	%
2) Rarely true	3	0.6
3) True once in a while	7	1.4
4) Sometimes true	19	3.7
5) Often true	112	21.7
6) Almost always true	275	53.2
7) Always true	101	19.5
Total	517	100.0

115) How true is the following statement - I feel a deep sense of responsibility for reducing pain and suffering in the world. (STOPPAIN)

	TOTAL	%
2) Rarely true	12	2.3
3) True once in a while	37	7.2
4) Sometimes true	78	15.1
5) Often true	180	34.8
6) Almost always true	138	26.7
7) Always true	72	13.9
Total	517	100.0

116) How true is the following statement - As I grow older, my understanding of God changes. (GODCHNGS)

	TOTAL	%
1) Never true	4	0.8
2) Rarely true	15	2.9
3) True once in a while	12	2.3
4) Sometimes true	48	9.3
5) Often true	124	24.0
6) Almost always true	155	30.0
7) Always true	158	30.6
Missing	1
Total	516	100.0

117) How true is the following statement - I feel overwhelmed by all the responsibilities and obligations I have. (OVERWHLM)

	TOTAL	%
1) Never true	6	1.2
2) Rarely true	43	8.3
3) True once in a while	87	16.8
4) Sometimes true	163	31.5
5) Often true	125	24.2
6) Almost always true	62	12.0
7) Always true	31	6.0
Total	517	100.0

118) How true is the following statement - I give significant portions of time and money to help other people. (GIVETIME)

	TOTAL	%
1) Never true	1	0.2
2) Rarely true	13	2.5
3) True once in a while	38	7.4
4) Sometimes true	61	11.8
5) Often true	159	30.8
6) Almost always true	173	33.5
7) Always true	72	13.9
Total	517	100.0

119) How true is the following statement - I speak out for equality for women and minorities. (EQUALITY)

	TOTAL	%
1) Never true	7	1.4
2) Rarely true	30	5.8
3) True once in a while	58	11.2
4) Sometimes true	87	16.8
5) Often true	136	26.3
6) Almost always true	131	25.3
7) Always true	68	13.2
Total	517	100.0

120) How true is the following statement - I feel God's presence in my relationships with other people. (GODSPRSN)

	TOTAL	%
2) Rarely true	5	1.0
3) True once in a while	11	2.1
4) Sometimes true	45	8.7
5) Often true	161	31.1
6) Almost always true	191	36.9
7) Always true	104	20.1
Total	517	100.0

121) How true is the following statement - My life is filled with meaning and purpose. (LIFEPURP)

	TOTAL	%
2) Rarely true	3	0.6
3) True once in a while	8	1.6
4) Sometimes true	17	3.3
5) Often true	119	23.1
6) Almost always true	234	45.4
7) Always true	134	26.0
Missing	2
Total	515	100.0

122) How true is the following statement - I don't understand how a loving God can allow so much pain and suffering in the world. (WHYPAIN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Never true	74	14.3
2) Rarely true	149	28.9
3) True once in a while	123	23.8
4) Sometimes true	93	18.0
5) Often true	46	8.9
6) Almost always true	17	3.3
7) Always true	14	2.7
Missing	1
Total	516	100.0

123) How true is the following statement - I believe that I must obey God's rules and commandments in order to be saved. (RULESAVE)

	TOTAL	%
1) Never true	220	42.8
2) Rarely true	103	20.0
3) True once in a while	36	7.0
4) Sometimes true	44	8.6
5) Often true	35	6.8
6) Almost always true	23	4.5
7) Always true	53	10.3
Missing	3
Total	514	100.0

124) How true is the following statement - I am confident that I can overcome any problem or crisis no matter how serious. (OVERCOME)

	TOTAL	%
1) Never true	23	4.5
2) Rarely true	37	7.2
3) True once in a while	63	12.2
4) Sometimes true	93	18.1
5) Often true	120	23.3
6) Almost always true	134	26.0
7) Always true	45	8.7
Missing	2
Total	515	100.0

125) How true is the following statement - I care a great deal about reducing poverty in the U.S. and throughout the world. (NOPOOR)

	TOTAL	%
1) Never true	3	0.6
2) Rarely true	15	2.9
3) True once in a while	56	10.9
4) Sometimes true	81	15.7
5) Often true	151	29.3
6) Almost always true	125	24.3
7) Always true	84	16.3
Missing	2
Total	515	100.0

126) How true is the following statement - I try to apply my faith to political and social issues. (APPLYFTH)

	TOTAL	%
1) Never true	6	1.2
2) Rarely true	12	2.3
3) True once in a while	27	5.2
4) Sometimes true	52	10.1
5) Often true	128	24.9
6) Almost always true	184	35.7
7) Always true	106	20.6
Missing	2
Total	515	100.0

127) How true is the following statement - My life is committed to Jesus Christ. (MYJESUS)

	TOTAL	%
1) Never true	1	0.2
3) True once in a while	2	0.4
4) Sometimes true	9	1.7
5) Often true	34	6.6
6) Almost always true	159	30.9
7) Always true	310	60.2
Missing	2
Total	515	100.0

128) How true is the following statement - I talk with other people about my faith. (TALKFTH)

	TOTAL	%
2) Rarely true	1	0.2
3) True once in a while	6	1.2
4) Sometimes true	31	6.0
5) Often true	106	20.5
6) Almost always true	182	35.3
7) Always true	190	36.8
Missing	1
Total	516	100.0

129) How true is the following statement - My life is filled with stress and anxiety. (MYSTRESS)

	TOTAL	%
1) Never true	10	1.9
2) Rarely true	74	14.3
3) True once in a while	116	22.5
4) Sometimes true	151	29.3
5) Often true	111	21.5
6) Almost always true	43	8.3
7) Always true	11	2.1
Missing	1
Total	516	100.0

130) How true is the following statement - I go out of my way to show love to people I meet. (SHOWLOV2)

	TOTAL	%
1) Never true	1	0.2
2) Rarely true	4	0.8
3) True once in a while	23	4.5
4) Sometimes true	113	21.9
5) Often true	188	36.4
6) Almost always true	150	29.1
7) Always true	37	7.2
Missing	1
Total	516	100.0

131) How true is the following statement - I have a real sense that God is guiding me. (GODGUIDE)

	TOTAL	%
1) Never true	1	0.2
2) Rarely true	4	0.8
3) True once in a while	17	3.3
4) Sometimes true	52	10.1
5) Often true	138	26.8
6) Almost always true	188	36.5
7) Always true	115	22.3
Missing	2
Total	515	100.0

132) How true is the following statement - I do not want the churches of this nation getting involved in political issues. (NOPLTCS)

	TOTAL	%
1) Never true	134	26.1
2) Rarely true	174	33.9
3) True once in a while	69	13.4
4) Sometimes true	60	11.7
5) Often true	39	7.6
6) Almost always true	25	4.9
7) Always true	13	2.5
Missing	3
Total	514	100.0

133) How true is the following statement - I like to worship and pray with others. (WRSHPOTH)

	TOTAL	%
1) Never true	1	0.2
2) Rarely true	3	0.6
4) Sometimes true	14	2.7
5) Often true	61	11.8
6) Almost always true	217	42.1
7) Always true	219	42.5
Missing	2
Total	515	100.0

134) How true is the following statement - I think Christians must be about the business of creating international understanding and harmony. (HARMONY)

	TOTAL	%
1) Never true	3	0.6
2) Rarely true	15	2.9
3) True once in a while	15	2.9
4) Sometimes true	41	8.0
5) Often true	84	16.3
6) Almost always true	173	33.6
7) Always true	184	35.7
Missing	2
Total	515	100.0

135) How true is the following statement - I am spiritually moved by the beauty of God's creations. (BEAUTY)

	TOTAL	%
1) Never true	1	0.2
2) Rarely true	3	0.6
3) True once in a while	7	1.4
4) Sometimes true	23	4.5
5) Often true	62	12.0
6) Almost always true	153	29.7
7) Always true	267	51.7
Missing	1
Total	516	100.0

136) Which of the following best describes your belief about the Bible? (BIBLEBLF)

	TOTAL	%
1) The Bible was written by persons who were motivated by a deep faith in God and who tried their best to describe and interpret their understanding of God and God's activity in the world.	142	28.1
2) The Bible is Word of God. It was inspired by God and recorded by writers who interpreted God's message in the context of their times. It speaks truth on matters of faith and practice, but it may contain some historical and scientific errors.	312	61.7
3) The Bible is the Word of God. It was dictated by God word for word and recorded by writers who were not influenced by their times. Everything in the Bible is true - historically, scientifically, and in matters of faith and practice.	49	9.7
4) The Bible records the stories, legends, and myths that people developed to understand the mysteries of life. It contains a great deal of wisdom and insight into the human condition.	2	0.4
5) The Bible contains no more truth or wisdom than do the religious books of other world religions.	1	0.2
Missing	11
Total	506	100.0

137) How true is the following statement about the church you attend? - It feels warm. (CHWARM)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not at all true	2	0.4
2) Slightly true	11	2.1
3) Somewhat true	102	19.7
4) Quite true	232	44.9
5) Very true	170	32.9
Total	517	100.0

138) How true is the following statement about the church you attend? - I learn a lot. (CHLEARN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Never true	7	1.4
2) Rarely true	24	4.7
3) True once in a while	124	24.1
4) Sometimes true	249	48.4
5) Often true	110	21.4
Missing	3
Total	514	100.0

139) How true is the following statement about the church you attend? - It accepts people who are different. (CHPEOPLE)

	TOTAL	%
1) Never true	7	1.4
2) Rarely true	69	13.4
3) True once in a while	190	37.0
4) Sometimes true	173	33.7
5) Often true	75	14.6
Missing	3
Total	514	100.0

140) How true is the following statement about the church you attend? - Most members want to be challenged to think about religious issues and ideas. (CHCHALLG)

	TOTAL	%
1) Never true	16	3.1
2) Rarely true	107	20.7
3) True once in a while	205	39.7
4) Sometimes true	154	29.8
5) Often true	35	6.8
Total	517	100.0

141) How true is the following statement about the church you attend? - It is friendly. (CHFRNDLY)

	TOTAL	%
1) Never true	2	0.4
2) Rarely true	20	3.9
3) True once in a while	70	13.8
4) Sometimes true	224	44.2
5) Often true	191	37.7
Missing	10
Total	507	100.0

142) How true is the following statement about the church you attend? - It challenges my thinking. (CHTHINK)

	TOTAL	%
1) Never true	13	2.6
2) Rarely true	39	7.7
3) True once in a while	151	29.8
4) Sometimes true	215	42.5
5) Often true	88	17.4
Missing	11
Total	506	100.0

143) How true is the following statement about the church you attend? - It encourages me to ask questions. (CHQUESTN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Never true	15	3.0
2) Rarely true	50	9.9
3) True once in a while	126	25.0
4) Sometimes true	216	42.8
5) Often true	98	19.4
Missing	12
Total	505	100.0

144) How true is the following statement about the church you attend? - It is boring. (CHBORING)

	TOTAL	%
1) Never true	229	45.4
2) Rarely true	159	31.5
3) True once in a while	99	19.6
4) Sometimes true	14	2.8
5) Often true	3	0.6
Missing	13
Total	504	100.0

145) How true is the following statement about the church you attend? - Strangers feel welcome. (CHWELCOM)

	TOTAL	%
1) Never true	8	1.6
2) Rarely true	39	7.7
3) True once in a while	113	22.3
4) Sometimes true	245	48.3
5) Often true	102	20.1
Missing	10
Total	507	100.0

146) How true is the following statement about the church you attend? - It tries out new ideas. (CHIDEAS)

	TOTAL	%
1) Never true	17	3.4
2) Rarely true	81	16.0
3) True once in a while	178	35.2
4) Sometimes true	166	32.9
5) Often true	63	12.5
Missing	12
Total	505	100.0

147) How true is the following statement about the church you attend? - It expects people to learn and think. (CHTHINK2)

	TOTAL	%
1) Never true	16	3.2
2) Rarely true	49	9.7
3) True once in a while	132	26.0
4) Sometimes true	207	40.8
5) Often true	103	20.3
Missing	10
Total	507	100.0

148) Which of the following best represents your belief about how God is related to the world? (GODWORLD)

	TOTAL	%
1) God and the world are one.	3	0.6
2) The world is part of God, but God is greater and larger than the world.	91	17.7
3) Human beings are part of God.	37	7.2
5) God transcends the world, entering the world infrequently.	2	0.4
6) God transcends the world but is actively involved in the world.	382	74.2
Missing	2
Total	515	100.0

149) How true is the following statement - God is active in the lives of individual persons. (ACTIVEGD)

	TOTAL	%
4) I'm not sure	4	0.8
5) Somewhat true	36	7.0
6) Mostly true	86	16.7
7) Absolutely true	388	75.5
Missing	3
Total	514	100.0

150) How true is the following statement - God works through social and economic systems to bring about social change. (GODCHNG)

	TOTAL	%
1) Absolutely false	4	0.8
2) Mostly false	10	1.9
3) Somewhat false	10	1.9
4) I'm not sure	35	6.8
5) Somewhat true	142	27.6
6) Mostly true	159	30.9
7) Absolutely true	154	30.0
Missing	3
Total	514	100.0

151) How true is the following statement - My faith guides me on how to show love to other people. (SHOWLOVE)

	TOTAL	%
4) I'm not sure	3	0.6
5) Somewhat true	45	8.8
6) Mostly true	199	38.7
7) Absolutely true	267	51.9
Missing	3
Total	514	100.0

152) How true is the following statement - My faith helps me when I feel sad or lonely. (FAITHSAD)

	TOTAL	%
1) Absolutely false	1	0.2
2) Mostly false	1	0.2
3) Somewhat false	1	0.2
4) I'm not sure	4	0.8
5) Somewhat true	54	10.6
6) Mostly true	209	40.9
7) Absolutely true	241	47.2
Missing	6
Total	511	100.0

153) How true is the following statement - Salvation refers to the attainment of justice and peace throughout the world. (SALVATN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Absolutely false	109	21.3
2) Mostly false	60	11.7
3) Somewhat false	50	9.8
4) I'm not sure	31	6.1
5) Somewhat true	135	26.4
6) Mostly true	75	14.6
7) Absolutely true	52	10.2
Missing	5
Total	512	100.0

154) How true is the following statement - Salvation refers to eternal life for those who believe. (LIFETRNL)

	TOTAL	%
1) Absolutely false	5	1.0
2) Mostly false	4	0.8
3) Somewhat false	12	2.3
4) I'm not sure	13	2.5
5) Somewhat true	70	13.7
6) Mostly true	137	26.8
7) Absolutely true	271	52.9
Missing	5
Total	512	100.0

155) How true is the following statement - God is a close personal friend who guides and protects me. (GUIDESME)

	TOTAL	%
1) Absolutely false	2	0.4
2) Mostly false	8	1.6
3) Somewhat false	19	3.7
4) I'm not sure	16	3.1
5) Somewhat true	102	20.0
6) Mostly true	163	32.0
7) Absolutely true	199	39.1
Missing	8
Total	509	100.0

156) How true is the following statement - God is a force in the world working to make societies more just and fair for all people. (GODJUST)

	TOTAL	%
1) Absolutely false	35	6.8
2) Mostly false	14	2.7
3) Somewhat false	35	6.8
4) I'm not sure	34	6.6
5) Somewhat true	149	29.1
6) Mostly true	137	26.8
7) Absolutely true	108	21.1
Missing	5
Total	512	100.0

157) How true is the following statement - Christians should be about the work of telling others about Jesus. (TELLOTHS)

	TOTAL	%
2) Mostly false	1	0.2
3) Somewhat false	3	0.6
4) I'm not sure	6	1.2
5) Somewhat true	71	13.8
6) Mostly true	133	25.9
7) Absolutely true	299	58.3
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

158) How true is the following statement - Christians should be about the work of changing society. (CHNGSOC)

	TOTAL	%
1) Absolutely false	3	0.6
2) Mostly false	8	1.6
3) Somewhat false	8	1.6
4) I'm not sure	6	1.2
5) Somewhat true	118	23.1
6) Mostly true	174	34.1
7) Absolutely true	193	37.8
Missing	7
Total	510	100.0

159) How true is the following statement - Only Christians will be saved by God. (FEWSAVED)

	TOTAL	%
1) Absolutely false	145	28.4
2) Mostly false	70	13.7
3) Somewhat false	32	6.3
4) I'm not sure	105	20.6
5) Somewhat true	22	4.3
6) Mostly true	35	6.9
7) Absolutely true	101	19.8
Missing	7
Total	510	100.0

160) How true is the following statement - The good Christian never criticizes his or her country. (NOCRTSZ)

	TOTAL	%
1) Absolutely false	364	71.1
2) Mostly false	77	15.0
3) Somewhat false	39	7.6
4) I'm not sure	2	0.4
5) Somewhat true	15	2.9
6) Mostly true	8	1.6
7) Absolutely true	7	1.4
Missing	5
Total	512	100.0

161) How true is the following statement - My religious faith is at the center of my life. (FTHCENTR)

	TOTAL	%
2) Mostly false	1	0.2
4) I'm not sure	4	0.8
5) Somewhat true	38	7.4
6) Mostly true	217	42.3
7) Absolutely true	253	49.3
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

162) How true is the following statement - My religious faith gives me comfort. (COMFORT)

	TOTAL	%
2) Mostly false	2	0.4
3) Somewhat false	2	0.4
4) I'm not sure	4	0.8
5) Somewhat true	64	12.5
6) Mostly true	188	36.8
7) Absolutely true	251	49.1
Missing	6
Total	511	100.0

163) How true is the following statement - My religious faith causes me to care about other people. (CAREOTHS)

	TOTAL	%
3) Somewhat false	1	0.2
4) I'm not sure	1	0.2
5) Somewhat true	28	5.5
6) Mostly true	182	35.5
7) Absolutely true	300	58.6
Missing	5
Total	512	100.0

164) How true is the following statement - My ultimate responsibility as a person of faith is to love and worship God. (LOVWRSHP)

	TOTAL	%
1) Absolutely false	2	0.4
3) Somewhat false	10	1.9
4) I'm not sure	3	0.6
5) Somewhat true	57	11.1
6) Mostly true	127	24.7
7) Absolutely true	316	61.4
Missing	2
Total	515	100.0

165) How true is the following statement - My ultimate responsibility as a person of faith is to devote my life to helping other people. (HELPOTHS)

	TOTAL	%
1) Absolutely false	1	0.2
2) Mostly false	3	0.6
3) Somewhat false	5	1.0
4) I'm not sure	7	1.4
5) Somewhat true	105	20.4
6) Mostly true	222	43.1
7) Absolutely true	172	33.4
Missing	2
Total	515	100.0

166) How true is the following statement - The purpose of the Church should be to help reduce pain and suffering in the world. (NOPAIN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Absolutely false	12	2.3
2) Mostly false	8	1.6
3) Somewhat false	22	4.3
4) I'm not sure	10	1.9
5) Somewhat true	222	43.2
6) Mostly true	163	31.7
7) Absolutely true	77	15.0
Missing	3
Total	514	100.0

167) How true is the following statement - The purpose of the church should be to strengthen faith in God. (STRNFTH)

	TOTAL	%
3) Somewhat false	1	0.2
4) I'm not sure	2	0.4
5) Somewhat true	70	13.6
6) Mostly true	194	37.7
7) Absolutely true	247	48.1
Missing	3
Total	514	100.0

168) How true is the following statement - My faith helps me feel good about myself. (FEELGOOD)

	TOTAL	%
2) Mostly false	3	0.6
3) Somewhat false	5	1.0
4) I'm not sure	10	2.0
5) Somewhat true	111	21.7
6) Mostly true	222	43.4
7) Absolutely true	161	31.4
Missing	5
Total	512	100.0

169) How true is the following statement - My faith causes me to pay less attention to myself. (FOCUSOTH)

	TOTAL	%
1) Absolutely false	21	4.1
2) Mostly false	35	6.8
3) Somewhat false	58	11.3
4) I'm not sure	31	6.0
5) Somewhat true	170	33.1
6) Mostly true	143	27.8
7) Absolutely true	56	10.9
Missing	3
Total	514	100.0

170) How true is the following statement - I am certain that God exists. (YESGOD)

	TOTAL	%
1) Absolutely false	1	0.2
4) I'm not sure	3	0.6
5) Somewhat true	7	1.4
6) Mostly true	65	12.7
7) Absolutely true	436	85.2
Missing	5
Total	512	100.0

171) How true is the following statement - I believe in life after death. (AFTERLIF)

	TOTAL	%
2) Mostly false	3	0.6
3) Somewhat false	1	0.2
4) I'm not sure	15	2.9
5) Somewhat true	15	2.9
6) Mostly true	77	15.0
7) Absolutely true	401	78.3
Missing	5
Total	512	100.0

172) How true is the following statement - The Bible is about how God saves those who believe. (BIBGODSV)

	TOTAL	%
1) Absolutely false	16	3.1
2) Mostly false	31	6.0
3) Somewhat false	38	7.4
4) I'm not sure	11	2.1
5) Somewhat true	142	27.6
6) Mostly true	121	23.5
7) Absolutely true	156	30.3
Missing	2
Total	515	100.0

173) How true is the following statement - The Bible is about the kind of world God wants us to create. (NEWORLD)

	TOTAL	%
1) Absolutely false	24	4.7
2) Mostly false	25	4.9
3) Somewhat false	38	7.4
4) I'm not sure	16	3.1
5) Somewhat true	182	35.5
6) Mostly true	138	26.9
7) Absolutely true	90	17.5
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

174) How true is the following statement - I often pray for God's help when I have problems. (PRAYHELP)

	TOTAL	%
1) Absolutely false	1	0.2
3) Somewhat false	6	1.2
4) I'm not sure	4	0.8
5) Somewhat true	70	13.6
6) Mostly true	173	33.7
7) Absolutely true	259	50.5
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

175) How true is the following statement - I often pray that God will help other people. (PRAYPEOP)

	TOTAL	%
1) Absolutely false	1	0.2
2) Mostly false	1	0.2
4) I'm not sure	3	0.6
5) Somewhat true	39	7.6
6) Mostly true	195	38.0
7) Absolutely true	274	53.4
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

176) How true is the following statement - Jesus to me is a teacher who shows me how to love and serve. (JCTEACH)

	TOTAL	%
1) Absolutely false	2	0.4
2) Mostly false	2	0.4
3) Somewhat false	8	1.6
5) Somewhat true	103	20.2
6) Mostly true	171	33.5
7) Absolutely true	224	43.9
Missing	7
Total	510	100.0

177) How true is the following statement - Jesus to me is a friend who cares for me each day. (JCCARES)

	TOTAL	%
1) Absolutely false	4	0.8
2) Mostly false	9	1.8
3) Somewhat false	12	2.3
4) I'm not sure	13	2.5
5) Somewhat true	103	20.1
6) Mostly true	142	27.7
7) Absolutely true	229	44.7
Missing	5
Total	512	100.0

178) How true is the following statement - My faith teaches me how to sacrifice for the good of others. (SACRIFCE)

	TOTAL	%
2) Mostly false	4	0.8
3) Somewhat false	5	1.0
4) I'm not sure	9	1.8
5) Somewhat true	111	21.7
6) Mostly true	221	43.2
7) Absolutely true	162	31.6
Missing	5
Total	512	100.0

179) How true is the following statement - My faith teaches me how to find true happiness. (TRUHAPPY)

	TOTAL	%
1) Absolutely false	1	0.2
2) Mostly false	4	0.8
3) Somewhat false	11	2.1
4) I'm not sure	21	4.1
5) Somewhat true	102	19.9
6) Mostly true	181	35.3
7) Absolutely true	193	37.6
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

180) How true is the following statement - The good Christian should pay attention to spiritual matters. (SPMATTER)

	TOTAL	%
2) Mostly false	1	0.2
3) Somewhat false	2	0.4
4) I'm not sure	6	1.2
5) Somewhat true	81	15.8
6) Mostly true	168	32.7
7) Absolutely true	255	49.7
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

181) How true is the following statement - The good Christian should pay attention to politics. (POLITICS)

	TOTAL	%
1) Absolutely false	1	0.2
2) Mostly false	5	1.0
3) Somewhat false	8	1.6
4) I'm not sure	12	2.4
5) Somewhat true	152	29.9
6) Mostly true	202	39.8
7) Absolutely true	128	25.2
Missing	9
Total	508	100.0

182) How true is the following statement - When I am successful at something, I know God is with me. (SUCCESS)

	TOTAL	%
1) Absolutely false	22	4.3
2) Mostly false	24	4.7
3) Somewhat false	66	12.8
4) I'm not sure	86	16.7
5) Somewhat true	137	26.7
6) Mostly true	91	17.7
7) Absolutely true	88	17.1
Missing	3
Total	514	100.0

183) How true is the following statement - When a person trusts me enough to share his or her pain with me, I know God is present. (GODHERE)

	TOTAL	%
1) Absolutely false	4	0.8
2) Mostly false	4	0.8
3) Somewhat false	19	3.7
4) I'm not sure	39	7.6
5) Somewhat true	120	23.4
6) Mostly true	184	35.9
7) Absolutely true	143	27.9
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

184) How do you describe yourself? (RACE)

	TOTAL	%
2) Asian or Pacific Islander	1	0.2
3) Black	8	1.6
4) Latino or Hispanic	5	1.0
5) White	493	95.9
6) Bi-racial or bi-cultural	7	1.4
Missing	3
Total	514	100.0

185) How old are you? (AGE)

	TOTAL	%
4) 25-29	17	3.3
5) 30-39	128	24.9
6) 40-49	148	28.7
7) 50-59	154	29.9
8) 60-69	63	12.2
9) 70-79	4	0.8
10) 80 or older	1	0.2
Missing	2
Total	515	100.0

186) Where do you live? (LIVE)

	TOTAL	%
1) On a farm	7	1.4
2) In the open country, not on a farm	48	9.4
4) In a small town or village (under 2,500 in population)	96	18.7
5) In a town (2,500 to 9,999)	90	17.5
6) In a small city (10,000 to 49,999)	97	18.9
7) In a medium size central city (50,000 to 250,000)	50	9.7
8) In a suburb of a medium size central city	25	4.9
9) In a large central city (over 250,000)	26	5.1
10) In a suburb of a large central city	74	14.4
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

187) To how much of a degree have you changed in the last 2 to 3 years - The degree to which my faith shapes how I think and act. (HOWIACT)

	TOTAL	%
2) Somewhat less now	6	1.2
3) About the same as 2 or 3 years ago	204	39.6
4) Somewhat greater now	227	44.1
5) Much greater now	78	15.1
Missing	2
Total	515	100.0

188) To how much of a degree have you changed in the last 2 to 3 years - The effort I make to get involved in activities that help me grow spiritually. (INVOLVED)

	TOTAL	%
1) Much less now	1	0.2
2) Somewhat less now	35	6.8
3) About the same as 2 or 3 years ago	208	40.5
4) Somewhat greater now	204	39.7
5) Much greater now	66	12.8
Missing	3
Total	514	100.0

189) To how much of a degree have you changed in the last 2 to 3 years - The time I spend talking to others about my faith. (TALK2OTH)

	TOTAL	%
2) Somewhat less now	9	1.7
3) About the same as 2 or 3 years ago	266	51.7
4) Somewhat greater now	178	34.6
5) Much greater now	62	12.0
Missing	2
Total	515	100.0

190) To how much of a degree have you changed in the last 2 to 3 years - The amount of time I spend working for peace and social justice. (WORKPEAC)

	TOTAL	%
1) Much less now	12	2.3
2) Somewhat less now	75	14.6
3) About the same as 2 or 3 years ago	346	67.2
4) Somewhat greater now	73	14.2
5) Much greater now	9	1.7
Missing	2
Total	515	100.0

191) To how much of a degree have you changed in the last 2 to 3 years - The degree to which I accept people who believe differently than I do. (DIFFOTHS)

	TOTAL	%
1) Much less now	1	0.2
2) Somewhat less now	9	1.8
3) About the same as 2 or 3 years ago	249	48.4
4) Somewhat greater now	211	41.1
5) Much greater now	44	8.6
Missing	3
Total	514	100.0

192) To how much of a degree have you changed in the last 2 to 3 years - The degree to which my life has meaning and purpose (MEMEANNG)

	TOTAL	%
1) Much less now	1	0.2
2) Somewhat less now	11	2.1
3) About the same as 2 or 3 years ago	195	38.0
4) Somewhat greater now	217	42.3
5) Much greater now	89	17.3
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

193) To how much of a degree have you changed in the last 2 to 3 years - The degree to which I apply my faith to political or social issues. (POLUISSU)

	TOTAL	%
1) Much less now	4	0.8
2) Somewhat less now	26	5.1
3) About the same as 2 or 3 years ago	313	61.3
4) Somewhat greater now	133	26.0
5) Much greater now	35	6.8
Missing	6
Total	511	100.0

194) To how much of a degree have you changed in the last 2 to 3 years - The amount of time I spend reading and studying the Bible. (TIMESPNT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Much less now	1	0.2
2) Somewhat less now	19	3.7
3) About the same as 2 or 3 years ago	253	49.2
4) Somewhat greater now	187	36.4
5) Much greater now	54	10.5
Missing	3
Total	514	100.0

195) To how much of a degree have you changed in the last 2 to 3 years - The time I spend worshiping and praying with others. (TMEWRSHP)

	TOTAL	%
1) Much less now	1	0.2
2) Somewhat less now	8	1.6
3) About the same as 2 or 3 years ago	309	60.2
4) Somewhat greater now	145	28.3
5) Much greater now	50	9.7
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

196) To how much of a degree have you changed in the last 2 to 3 years - The degree to which I show love to people I meet. (LOVE2OTH)

	TOTAL	%
2) Somewhat less now	4	0.8
3) About the same as 2 or 3 years ago	258	50.4
4) Somewhat greater now	208	40.6
5) Much greater now	42	8.2
Missing	5
Total	512	100.0

197) To how much of a degree have you changed in the last 2 to 3 years - The sense of personal responsibility I feel for reducing pain and suffering in the world. (PERSRSP)

	TOTAL	%
1) Much less now	3	0.6
2) Somewhat less now	36	7.0
3) About the same as 2 or 3 years ago	311	60.7
4) Somewhat greater now	134	26.2
5) Much greater now	28	5.5
Missing	5
Total	512	100.0

198) To how much of a degree have you changed in the last 2 to 3 years - The degree to which I feel that God is guiding me. (HEGUIDES)

	TOTAL	%
1) Much less now	1	0.2
2) Somewhat less now	12	2.3
3) About the same as 2 or 3 years ago	254	49.6
4) Somewhat greater now	169	33.0
5) Much greater now	76	14.8
Missing	5
Total	512	100.0

199) To how much of a degree have you changed in the last 2 to 3 years - The degree to which I care about hunger and poverty in the world. (WORLDPOV)

	TOTAL	%
2) Somewhat less now	17	3.3
3) About the same as 2 or 3 years ago	297	58.1
4) Somewhat greater now	166	32.5
5) Much greater now	31	6.1
Missing	6
Total	511	100.0

200) To how much of a degree have you changed in the last 2 to 3 years - The amount of time and money I give to help other people. (AMTTIME)

	TOTAL	%
2) Somewhat less now	12	2.3
3) About the same as 2 or 3 years ago	185	36.2
4) Somewhat greater now	270	52.8
5) Much greater now	44	8.6
Missing	6
Total	511	100.0

201) To how much of a degree have you changed in the last 2 to 3 years - The degree to which I am convinced that God is active in the world. (GODACTIV)

	TOTAL	%
1) Much less now	1	0.2
2) Somewhat less now	3	0.6
3) About the same as 2 or 3 years ago	276	53.8
4) Somewhat greater now	157	30.6
5) Much greater now	76	14.8
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

202) To how much of a degree have you changed in the last 2 to 3 years - The degree to which I let God into my life. (LETGODIN)

	TOTAL	%
2) Somewhat less now	7	1.4
3) About the same as 2 or 3 years ago	230	44.9
4) Somewhat greater now	209	40.8
5) Much greater now	66	12.9
Missing	5
Total	512	100.0

203) To how much of a degree have you changed in the last 2 to 3 years - The importance of my spiritual life. (SPIRLIFE)

	TOTAL	%
2) Somewhat less now	6	1.2
3) About the same as 2 or 3 years ago	190	37.0
4) Somewhat greater now	210	40.9
5) Much greater now	107	20.9
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

204) To how much of a degree have you changed in the last 2 to 3 years - The amount of stress and anxiety in my life. (AMTSTRES)

	TOTAL	%
1) Much less now	30	5.9
2) Somewhat less now	124	24.3
3) About the same as 2 or 3 years ago	171	33.5
4) Somewhat greater now	156	30.5
5) Much greater now	30	5.9
Missing	6
Total	511	100.0

205) ASKED ONLY OF THOSE RESPONDENTS WHO ARE NOT ON THE PAID STAFF OF THEIR CONGREGATION: How much do you agree with the following statement - If I had to change churches, I would feel a great sense of loss. (CHNGCHR)

	TOTAL	%
1) Strongly disagree	2	6.9
2) Disagree	3	10.3
3) Not sure	2	6.9
4) Agree	11	37.9
5) Strongly agree	11	37.9
Missing	488
Total	29	100.0

206) ASKED ONLY OF THOSE RESPONDENTS WHO ARE NOT ON THE PAID STAFF OF THEIR CONGREGATION: How much do you agree with the following statement - I feel at home in this church. (HOMEINCH)

	TOTAL	%
1) Strongly disagree	1	3.4
3) Not sure	3	10.3
4) Agree	9	31.0
5) Strongly agree	16	55.2
Missing	488
Total	29	100.0

207) ASKED ONLY OF THOSE RESPONDENTS WHO ARE NOT ON THE PAID STAFF OF THEIR CONGREGATION: How much do you agree with the following statement - I would change churches if my church developed major leadership or financial problems. (LDRPROBS)

	TOTAL	%
1) Strongly disagree	10	35.7
2) Disagree	10	35.7
3) Not sure	5	17.9
4) Agree	2	7.1
5) Strongly agree	1	3.6
Missing	489
Total	28	100.0

208) ASKED ONLY OF THOSE RESPONDENTS WHO ARE NOT ON THE PAID STAFF OF THEIR CONGREGATION: How much do you agree with the following statement - The church I attend matters a great deal to me. (LIKEMYCH)

	TOTAL	%
1) Strongly disagree	1	3.6
3) Not sure	1	3.6
4) Agree	10	35.7
5) Strongly agree	16	57.1
Missing	489
Total	28	100.0

209) ASKED ONLY OF THOSE RESPONDENTS WHO ARE NOT ON THE PAID STAFF OF THEIR CONGREGATION: Which of these most helps you find meaning and purpose in life? (HELPSME)

	TOTAL	%
2) My own private religious experiences, such as prayer and meditations	7	25.9
3) My church	20	74.1
Missing	490
Total	27	100.0

210) ASKED ONLY OF THOSE RESPONDENTS WHO ARE NOT ON THE PAID STAFF OF THEIR CONGREGATION: Which of these gives you the most help with moral questions? (MORALQCHREDTS)

	TOTAL	%
1) Religious TV and radio programs	1	3.6
2) My own private religious experiences, such as prayer and meditation	11	39.3
3) My church	14	50.0
4) Religious groups or events outside of my church	2	7.1
Missing	489
Total	28	100.0

211) ASKED ONLY OF THOSE RESPONDENTS WHO ARE NOT ON THE PAID STAFF OF THEIR CONGREGATION: Which of these most helps you grow spiritually? (SPIRGRWS)

	TOTAL	%
2) My own private religious experiences, such as prayer and meditation	8	28.6
3) My church	18	64.3
4) Religious groups or events outside of my church	2	7.1
Missing	489
Total	28	100.0

212) ASKED ONLY OF THOSE RESPONDENTS WHO ARE NOT ON THE PAID STAFF OF THEIR CONGREGATION: How important to you is belonging to a church? (BELONGCH)

	TOTAL	%
1) Very important	21	80.8
2) Important	4	15.4
3) Somewhat important	1	3.8
Missing	491
Total	26	100.0

213) ASKED ONLY OF THOSE RESPONDENTS WHO ARE NOT ON THE PAID STAFF OF THEIR CONGREGATION: How often do you attend worship services at your church? (ATTENDCH)

	TOTAL	%
5) About once a week	7	26.9
6) More than once a week	19	73.1
Missing	491
Total	26	100.0

214) ASKED ONLY OF THOSE RESPONDENTS WHO ARE NOT ON THE PAID STAFF OF THEIR CONGREGATION: How many hours during the past month did you attend programs or events at your church (other than worship)? (HRSATTND)

	TOTAL	%
1) 0 hours	1	4.0
2) 1-2 hours	1	4.0
3) 3-5 hours	2	8.0
4) 6-10 hours	5	20.0
5) 11-20 hours	3	12.0
6) More than 20 hours	13	52.0
Missing	492
Total	25	100.0

215) ASKED ONLY OF THOSE RESPONDENTS WHO ARE NOT ON THE PAID STAFF OF THEIR CONGREGATION: How many hours during the past month did you give volunteer time at your church to teach, lead, serve on a committee, or help with some program or event? (HRSVOLCH)

	TOTAL	%
1) 0 hours	4	16.7
2) 1-2 hours	1	4.2
3) 3-5 hours	4	16.7
4) 6-10 hours	6	25.0
5) 11-20 hours	2	8.3
6) More than 20 hours	7	29.2
Missing	493
Total	24	100.0

216) ASKED ONLY OF THOSE RESPONDENTS WHO ARE NOT ON THE PAID STAFF OF THEIR CONGREGATION: How many hours during the past month did you participate in religious events, programs, or groups outside of your church? (HRSPART)

	TOTAL	%
1) 0 hours	2	8.0
2) 1-2 hours	6	24.0
3) 3-5 hours	8	32.0
4) 6-10 hours	4	16.0
5) 11-20 hours	3	12.0
6) More than 20 hours	2	8.0
Missing	492
Total	25	100.0

217) ASKED ONLY OF THOSE RESPONDENTS WHO ARE NOT ON THE PAID STAFF OF THEIR CONGREGATION: With which denomination is your church affiliated? - Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) (DISCIPLS)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	26	83.9
1) Yes	5	16.1
Missing	486
Total	31	100.0

218) ASKED ONLY OF THOSE RESPONDENTS WHO ARE NOT ON THE PAID STAFF OF THEIR CONGREGATION: With which denomination is your church affiliated? - Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	22	71.0
1) Yes	9	29.0
Missing	486
Total	31	100.0

219) ASKED ONLY OF THOSE RESPONDENTS WHO ARE NOT ON THE PAID STAFF OF THEIR CONGREGATION: With which denomination is your church affiliated? - Presbyterian Church (U.S.A) (PCUSA)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	26	83.9
1) Yes	5	16.1
Missing	486
Total	31	100.0

220) ASKED ONLY OF THOSE RESPONDENTS WHO ARE NOT ON THE PAID STAFF OF THEIR CONGREGATION: With which denomination is your church affiliated? - Southern Baptist Convention (SBC)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	29	93.5
1) Yes	2	6.5
Missing	486
Total	31	100.0

221) ASKED ONLY OF THOSE RESPONDENTS WHO ARE NOT ON THE PAID STAFF OF THEIR CONGREGATION: With which denomination is your church affiliated? - United Methodist Church (UMC)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	28	90.3
1) Yes	3	9.7
Missing	486
Total	31	100.0

222) ASKED ONLY OF THOSE RESPONDENTS WHO ARE NOT ON THE PAID STAFF OF THEIR CONGREGATION: With which denomination is your church affiliated? - United Church of Christ (UCC)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	23	74.2
1) Yes	8	25.8
Missing	486
Total	31	100.0

223) ASKED ONLY OF THOSE RESPONDENTS WHO ARE NOT ON THE PAID STAFF OF THEIR CONGREGATION: With which denomination is your church affiliated? - I do not know. (NOTKNOW)

	N	Mean	Std. Deviation
Total	31	0.00	0.00

224) ASKED ONLY OF THOSE RESPONDENTS WHO ARE NOT ON THE PAID STAFF OF THEIR CONGREGATION: How important is it to you to attend a church of the denomination you marked above? (ATTDENOM)

	TOTAL	%
1) It's extremely important to me	14	51.9
2) It's important to me	7	25.9
3) It's somewhat important to me	3	11.1
5) It's not important at all	3	11.1
Missing	490
Total	27	100.0

225) ASKED ONLY OF THOSE RESPONDENTS WHO ARE NOT ON THE PAID STAFF OF THEIR CONGREGATION: How satisfied are you with the denomination you marked in question 204? (SATDENOM)

	TOTAL	%
1) Very satisfied	12	42.9
2) Satisfied	10	35.7
3) Somewhat satisfied	3	10.7
4) Dissatisfied	3	10.7
Missing	489
Total	28	100.0

226) ASKED ONLY OF THOSE RESPONDENTS WHO ARE NOT ON THE PAID STAFF OF THEIR CONGREGATION: If you moved to another city that had many churches from which to choose, would you attend a church of the same denomination you now attend? (SAMDENOM)

	TOTAL	%
1) Yes, absolutely	14	46.7
2) Yes, probably	12	40.0
3) Maybe	4	13.3
Missing	487
Total	30	100.0

227) ASKED ONLY OF THOSE RESPONDENTS WHO ARE 18 YEARS OR OLDER: What is the highest level of education you have completed? (EDUCATIO)

	TOTAL	%
3) Took some high school	1	0.2
4) Completed high school	3	0.6
6) Took some college	7	1.4
7) Completed college	14	2.8
8) Did some graduate or professional degree work	17	3.5
9) Completed a graduate or professional degree	450	91.5
Missing	25
Total	492	100.0

228) ASKED ONLY OF THOSE RESPONDENTS WHO ARE 18 YEARS OR OLDER: How much did your family or household earn in 1987? (INCOME)

	TOTAL	%
1) Less than $7,000	1	0.2
2) $7,000 - $12,000	12	2.4
3) $12,001 -$16,000	28	5.6
4) $16,001 - $20,000	55	11.0
5) $20,001 - $25,000	75	15.0
6) $25,001 - $38,000	173	34.5
7) $38,001 - $50,000	88	17.6
8) $50,001 - $75,000	62	12.4
9) $75,001 - $100,000	7	1.4
Missing	16
Total	501	100.0

229) ASKED ONLY OF THOSE RESPONDENTS WHO ARE 18 YEARS OR OLDER: Which of the following best applies to you? (MARITAL)

	TOTAL	%
1) Single and never married	16	3.2
2) Single, but living with someone in a committed relationship	3	0.6
3) Married	410	81.8
4) Divorced, now single	20	4.0
5) Divorced and remarried	41	8.2
6) Widowed, now single	2	0.4
7) Widowed and remarried	7	1.4
8) Separated	2	0.4
Missing	16
Total	501	100.0

230) ASKED ONLY OF THOSE RESPONDENTS WHO ARE 18 YEARS OR OLDER: What is your political party preference? (POLPARTY)

	TOTAL	%
1) Strong Democrat	112	22.4
2) Not very strong Democrat	73	14.6
3) Independent, close to Democrat	115	23.0
4) Independent, no preference	47	9.4
5) Independent, close to Republican	63	12.6
6) No very strong Republican	57	11.4
7) Strong Republican	32	6.4
Missing	18
Total	499	100.0

231) Which of the following best describes your political orientation? (POLORIEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Extremely liberal	14	2.7
2) Liberal	137	26.6
3) Slightly liberal	114	22.1
4) Moderate	97	18.8
5) Slightly conservative	64	12.4
6) Conservative	80	15.5
7) Extremely conservative	9	1.7
Missing	2
Total	515	100.0

232) How many people belong to your church? (NUMCHRCH)

	TOTAL	%
1) Less than 100	78	15.1
2) 100-200	114	22.1
3) 201-500	198	38.4
4) 501-999	71	13.8
5) 1,000 or more	54	10.5
Missing	2
Total	515	100.0

233) How well do you think your church does at making a difference in the lives of the following - Children (grades 1-6) (KIDSCH)

	TOTAL	%
1) Poor	15	3.0
2) Fair	47	9.3
3) OK	68	13.4
4) Good	137	27.0
5) Very good	183	36.0
6) Excellent	49	9.6
7) Outstanding	9	1.8
Missing	9
Total	508	100.0

234) How well do you think your church does at making a difference in the lives of the following - Teenagers? (TEENSCH)

	TOTAL	%
1) Poor	58	11.4
2) Fair	89	17.6
3) OK	72	14.2
4) Good	150	29.6
5) Very good	102	20.1
6) Excellent	32	6.3
7) Outstanding	4	0.8
Missing	10
Total	507	100.0

235) How well do you think your church does at making a difference in the lives of the following - Adults? (ADULTCH)

	TOTAL	%
1) Poor	16	3.1
2) Fair	30	5.8
3) OK	69	13.4
4) Good	153	29.8
5) Very good	189	36.8
6) Excellent	45	8.8
7) Outstanding	12	2.3
Missing	3
Total	514	100.0

236) Is the following a current Christian education responsibility of yours - Teach Sunday school for Pre-kindergarten (TCHGRPK)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	497	96.9
1) Yes	16	3.1
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

237) Is the following a current Christian education responsibility of yours - Teach Sunday school for Kindergarten. (TCHGRK)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	490	95.5
1) Yes	23	4.5
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

238) Is the following a current Christian education responsibility of yours - Teach Sunday school for Grade 1 (TCHGR1)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	491	95.7
1) Yes	22	4.3
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

239) Is the following a current Christian education responsibility of yours - Teach Sunday school for Grade 2. (TCHGR2)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	493	96.1
1) Yes	20	3.9
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

240) Is the following a current Christian education responsibility of yours - Teach Sunday school for Grade 3. (TCHGR3)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	491	95.7
1) Yes	22	4.3
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

241) Is the following a current Christian education responsibility of yours - Teach Sunday school for Grade 4. (TCHGR4)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	491	95.7
1) Yes	22	4.3
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

242) Is the following a current Christian education responsibility of yours - Teach Sunday school for Grade 5. (TCHGR5)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	488	95.1
1) Yes	25	4.9
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

243) Is the following a current Christian education responsibility of yours - Teach Sunday school for Grade 6. (TCHGR6)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	477	93.0
1) Yes	36	7.0
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

244) Is the following a current Christian education responsibility of yours - Teach Sunday school for Grade 7. (TCHGR7)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	430	83.8
1) Yes	83	16.2
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

245) Is the following a current Christian education responsibility of yours - Teach Sunday school for Grade 8. (TCHGR8)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	422	82.3
1) Yes	91	17.7
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

246) Is the following a current Christian education responsibility of yours - Teach Sunday school for Grade 9. (TCHGR9)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	446	86.9
1) Yes	67	13.1
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

247) Is the following a current Christian education responsibility of yours - Teach Sunday school for Grade 10. (TCHGR10)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	462	90.1
1) Yes	51	9.9
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

248) Is the following a current Christian education responsibility of yours - Teach Sunday school for Grade 11. (TCHGR11)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	460	89.7
1) Yes	53	10.3
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

249) Is the following a current Christian education responsibility of yours - Teach Sunday school for Grade 12. (TCHGR12)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	461	89.9
1) Yes	52	10.1
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

250) Is the following a current Christian education responsibility of yours - Teach Sunday school for young adults. (TCHYADL)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	443	86.4
1) Yes	70	13.6
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

251) Is the following a current Christian education responsibility of yours - Teach Sunday school for adults. (TCHADLT)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	274	53.4
1) Yes	239	46.6
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

252) Is the following a current Christian education responsibility of yours - Lead Bible studies for children. (STDYKIDS)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	461	89.9
1) Yes	52	10.1
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

253) Is the following a current Christian education responsibility of yours - Lead Bible studies for teenagers. (STDYTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	391	76.2
1) Yes	122	23.8
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

254) Is the following a current Christian education responsibility of yours - Lead Bible studies for young adults. (STDYYADL)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	407	79.3
1) Yes	106	20.7
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

255) Is the following a current Christian education responsibility of yours - Lead Bible studies for adults. (STDYADLT)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	108	21.1
1) Yes	405	78.9
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

256) Is the following a current Christian education responsibility of yours - Lead workshops or retreats for adults. (LEADRTRT)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	281	54.8
1) Yes	232	45.2
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

257) Is the following a current Christian education responsibility of yours - Teach confirmation. (TCHCONF)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	165	32.2
1) Yes	348	67.8
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

258) Is the following a current Christian education responsibility of yours - Teach vacation Bible school. (VACBIBSC)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	364	71.0
1) Yes	149	29.0
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

259) Is the following a current Christian education responsibility of yours - Lead a youth ministry program. (YTHMINST)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	380	74.1
1) Yes	133	25.9
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

260) Is the following a current Christian education responsibility of yours - Conduct child or youth choir. (YCHOIR)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	499	97.3
1) Yes	14	2.7
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

261) Is the following a current Christian education responsibility of yours - Teach new member classes. (NEWMEMCL)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	166	32.4
1) Yes	347	67.6
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

262) Is the following a current Christian education responsibility of yours - Lead teacher training events. (TRAINTCH)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	387	75.4
1) Yes	126	24.6
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

263) Is the following a current Christian education responsibility of yours - Provide spiritual counseling. (SPIRCOUN)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	83	16.2
1) Yes	430	83.8
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

264) Is the following a current Christian education responsibility of yours - Lead a support group for adults. (ADSUPPGR)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	432	84.2
1) Yes	81	15.8
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

265) Is the following a current Christian education responsibility of yours - Coordinate camping for children or youth. (KIDCAMP)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	430	83.8
1) Yes	83	16.2
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

266) Is the following a current Christian education responsibility of yours - Lead or organize prayer groups. (PRAYGRPS)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	362	70.6
1) Yes	151	29.4
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

267) Is the following a current Christian education responsibility of yours - Coordinate social service activities for children. (COORCAMP)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	484	94.3
1) Yes	29	5.7
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

268) Is the following a current Christian education responsibility of yours - Coordinate social service projects for adults. (COORSERV)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	419	81.7
1) Yes	94	18.3
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

269) Is the following a current Christian education responsibility of yours - Organize and plan adult education events other than on Sunday mornings. (ORGOTHAD)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	250	48.7
1) Yes	263	51.3
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

270) Is the following a current Christian education responsibility of yours - Teach parent education or family education. (PARFAMED)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	454	88.5
1) Yes	59	11.5
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

271) Is the following a current Christian education responsibility of yours - Other. (OTHERRSP)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	440	85.8
1) Yes	73	14.2
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

272) Is the following a current Christian education responsibility of yours - Serve as director of Christian education. (SRVDIRXN)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	509	99.2
1) Yes	4	0.8
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

273) Is the following a current Christian education responsibility of yours - Serve as Sunday school superintendent. (SRVSSUPR)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	511	99.6
1) Yes	2	0.4
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

274) Is the following a current Christian education responsibility of yours - Serve as coordinator of adult education. (COORADED)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	499	97.3
1) Yes	14	2.7
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

275) Is the following a current Christian education responsibility of yours - Serve as chair of Christian education committee. (CHAIRCOM)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	512	99.8
1) Yes	1	0.2
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

276) Is the following a current Christian education responsibility of yours - Serve as director of family ministry. (DIRFAMIN)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	504	98.2
1) Yes	9	1.8
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

277) Is the following a current Christian education responsibility of yours - Serve as minister or pastor. (MINPSTR)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	4	0.8
1) Yes	509	99.2
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

278) How does the following describe your education programs for grades 1-6? Program is innovative and creative. (CRTV16)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	79	16.0
2) Somewhat true	260	52.7
3) Very true	154	31.2
Missing	24
Total	493	100.0

279) How does the following describe your education programs for grades 1-6? Program challenges participants to think. (CHAL16)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	36	7.5
2) Somewhat true	266	55.3
3) Very true	179	37.2
Missing	36
Total	481	100.0

280) How does the following describe your education programs for grades 1-6? Program is well planned and administered. (PLAN16)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	50	10.1
2) Somewhat true	219	44.2
3) Very true	227	45.8
Missing	21
Total	496	100.0

281) How does the following describe your education programs for grades 1-6? Program addresses participants' needs and interests. (NEED16)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	19	4.1
2) Somewhat true	249	53.8
3) Very true	195	42.1
Missing	54
Total	463	100.0

282) How does the following describe your education programs for grades 1-6? Program promotes growth in religious faith and conviction. (GROW16)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	10	2.1
2) Somewhat true	198	41.3
3) Very true	271	56.6
Missing	38
Total	479	100.0

283) How does the following describe your education programs for grades 1-6? Teachers/leaders enjoy participation. (PART16)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	11	2.2
2) Somewhat true	194	39.6
3) Very true	285	58.2
Missing	27
Total	490	100.0

284) How does the following describe your education programs for grades 1-6? Participants enjoy the program. (PROG16)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	8	1.7
2) Somewhat true	188	39.2
3) Very true	283	59.1
Missing	38
Total	479	100.0

285) How does the following describe your education programs for grades 1-6? Teachers/leaders show enthusiasm for Christian education. (ENTH16)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	28	5.8
2) Somewhat true	190	39.1
3) Very true	268	55.1
Missing	31
Total	486	100.0

286) How does the following describe your education programs for grades 1-6? Teachers/leaders have high expectations for learning. (EXPT16)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	61	13.2
2) Somewhat true	237	51.2
3) Very true	165	35.6
Missing	54
Total	463	100.0

287) How does the following describe your education programs for grades 1-6? Teachers/leaders know how to minimize discipline problems. (DISC16)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	40	8.5
2) Somewhat true	241	51.1
3) Very true	191	40.5
Missing	45
Total	472	100.0

288) How does the following describe your education programs for grades 1-6? Teachers/leaders deal well with conflict. (CONF16)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	52	11.7
2) Somewhat true	229	51.6
3) Very true	163	36.7
Missing	73
Total	444	100.0

289) How does the following describe your education programs for grades 1-6? Teachers/leaders encourage participants to raise questions about religious doctrine and theological ideas. (QUES16)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	55	12.5
2) Somewhat true	227	51.7
3) Very true	157	35.8
Missing	78
Total	439	100.0

290) How does the following describe your education programs for grades 1-6? Classes and events feel warm and inviting. (WARM16)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	15	3.2
2) Somewhat true	156	32.9
3) Very true	303	63.9
Missing	43
Total	474	100.0

291) How does the following describe your education programs for grades 1-6? Teachers/leaders are caring and loving. (CARE16)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	4	0.8
2) Somewhat true	88	17.7
3) Very true	404	81.5
Missing	21
Total	496	100.0

292) How does the following describe your education programs for grades 1-6? The pastor(s) show(s) a deep commitment to Christian education. (CMMT16)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	7	1.4
2) Somewhat true	139	28.3
3) Very true	345	70.3
Missing	26
Total	491	100.0

293) How does the following describe your education programs for grades 1-6? The pastor(s) is/are involved in doing Christian education. (INVL16)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	73	15.2
2) Somewhat true	179	37.4
3) Very true	227	47.4
Missing	38
Total	479	100.0

294) How does the following describe your education programs for grades 1-6? The pastor(s) is/are knowledgeable about the theory and practice of Christian education. (KNOW16)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	21	4.3
2) Somewhat true	187	37.9
3) Very true	286	57.9
Missing	23
Total	494	100.0

295) How does the following describe your education programs for grades 1-6? The pastor(s) is/are enthusiastic about Christian education. (ENGY16)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	10	2.0
2) Somewhat true	104	21.1
3) Very true	378	76.8
Missing	25
Total	492	100.0

296) How does the following describe your education programs for grades 1-6? Your church council (or governing board) is interested in Christian education. (COUN16)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	29	5.9
2) Somewhat true	230	46.7
3) Very true	234	47.5
Missing	24
Total	493	100.0

297) How does the following describe your education programs for grades 1-6? Adults in your congregation place high priority on Christian education. (PRID16)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	57	11.9
2) Somewhat true	196	40.7
3) Very true	228	47.4
Missing	36
Total	481	100.0

298) How does the following describe your education programs for grades 1-6? Teachers/leaders know how religious faith forms and develops. (FORM16)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	75	15.9
2) Somewhat true	319	67.6
3) Very true	78	16.5
Missing	45
Total	472	100.0

299) How does the following describe your education programs for grades 1-6? Teachers/leaders know about educational theory and practice. (DTRY16)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	116	24.3
2) Somewhat true	294	61.6
3) Very true	67	14.0
Missing	40
Total	477	100.0

300) How does the following describe your education programs for grades 1-6? Teachers/leaders know about different learning styles. (STYL16)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	91	19.6
2) Somewhat true	286	61.5
3) Very true	88	18.9
Missing	52
Total	465	100.0

301) How does the following describe your education programs for grades 1-6? Teachers/leaders know and understand the Bible. (BIBL16)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	30	6.2
2) Somewhat true	334	68.6
3) Very true	123	25.3
Missing	30
Total	487	100.0

302) How does the following describe your education programs for grades 1-6? Teachers/leaders have teaching competence. (COMP16)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	21	4.3
2) Somewhat true	267	55.1
3) Very true	197	40.6
Missing	32
Total	485	100.0

303) How does the following describe your education programs for grades 1-6? Teachers/leaders look for opportunities to know more about effective Christian education. (OPPS16)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	118	24.0
2) Somewhat true	253	51.5
3) Very true	120	24.4
Missing	26
Total	491	100.0

304) How does the following describe your education programs for grades 1-6? Teachers/leaders know and understand the theology and traditions of your denomination. (DENOM16)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	101	20.4
2) Somewhat true	327	66.2
3) Very true	66	13.4
Missing	23
Total	494	100.0

305) How does the following describe your education programs for grades 1-6? Space for Christian education is adequate. (SPAC16)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	122	24.4
2) Somewhat true	127	25.5
3) Very true	250	50.1
Missing	18
Total	499	100.0

306) How does the following describe your education programs for grades 1-6? Quality curriculum resources are available. (CURR16)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	16	3.2
2) Somewhat true	114	22.8
3) Very true	370	74.0
Missing	17
Total	500	100.0

307) How does the following describe your education programs for grades 1-6? Quality multi-media resources are available. (MEDI16)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	90	18.3
2) Somewhat true	203	41.3
3) Very true	198	40.3
Missing	26
Total	491	100.0

308) How does the following describe your education programs for grades 1-6? A quality Christian education library or resource center is available. (LIBR16)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	163	33.3
2) Somewhat true	194	39.7
3) Very true	132	27.0
Missing	28
Total	489	100.0

309) How does the following describe your education programs for grades 1-6? The annual education budget is carefully planned. (BDGT16)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	134	28.0
2) Somewhat true	188	39.2
3) Very true	157	32.8
Missing	38
Total	479	100.0

310) How does the following describe your education programs for grades 1-6? Efforts are made to encourage participation of inactive members. (INAC16)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	100	20.4
2) Somewhat true	292	59.7
3) Very true	97	19.8
Missing	28
Total	489	100.0

311) How does the following describe your education programs for teenagers? Program is innovative and creative. (CRTVTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	99	21.2
2) Somewhat true	238	51.0
3) Very true	130	27.8
Missing	50
Total	467	100.0

312) How does the following describe your education programs for teenagers? - Program challenges participants to think. (CHALTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	26	5.6
2) Somewhat true	217	46.5
3) Very true	224	48.0
Missing	50
Total	467	100.0

313) How does the following describe your education programs for teenagers? - Program is well planned and administered. (PLANTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	83	17.8
2) Somewhat true	220	47.2
3) Very true	163	35.0
Missing	51
Total	466	100.0

314) How does the following describe your education programs for teenagers? - Program addresses participants' needs and interests. (NEEDTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	47	10.5
2) Somewhat true	231	51.6
3) Very true	170	37.9
Missing	69
Total	448	100.0

315) How does the following describe your education programs for teenagers? - Program promotes growth in religious faith and conviction. (GROWTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	31	6.7
2) Somewhat true	218	47.1
3) Very true	214	46.2
Missing	54
Total	463	100.0

316) How does the following describe your education programs for teenagers? - Teachers/leaders enjoy participation. (PARTTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	25	5.4
2) Somewhat true	199	43.0
3) Very true	239	51.6
Missing	54
Total	463	100.0

317) How does the following describe your education programs for teenagers? - Participants enjoy the program. (PROGTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	40	8.8
2) Somewhat true	260	57.3
3) Very true	154	33.9
Missing	63
Total	454	100.0

318) How does the following describe your education programs for teenagers? - Teachers/leaders show enthusiasm for Christian education. (ENTHTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	42	9.1
2) Somewhat true	198	42.8
3) Very true	223	48.2
Missing	54
Total	463	100.0

319) How does the following describe your education programs for teenagers? - Teachers/leaders have high expectations for learning. (EXPTTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	66	14.8
2) Somewhat true	226	50.8
3) Very true	153	34.4
Missing	72
Total	445	100.0

320) How does the following describe your education programs for teenagers? - Teachers/leaders know how to minimize discipline problems. (DISCTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	51	11.7
2) Somewhat true	220	50.6
3) Very true	164	37.7
Missing	82
Total	435	100.0

321) How does the following describe your education programs for teenagers? - Teachers/leaders deal well with conflict. (CONFTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	53	12.6
2) Somewhat true	227	53.8
3) Very true	142	33.6
Missing	95
Total	422	100.0

322) How does the following describe your education programs for teenagers? - Teachers/leaders encourage participants to raise questions about religious doctrine and theological ideas. (QUESTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	31	6.8
2) Somewhat true	149	32.9
3) Very true	273	60.3
Missing	64
Total	453	100.0

323) How does the following describe your education programs for teenagers? - Classes and events feel warm and inviting. (WARMTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	34	7.5
2) Somewhat true	212	46.9
3) Very true	206	45.6
Missing	65
Total	452	100.0

324) How does the following describe your education programs for teenagers? - Teachers/leaders are caring and loving. (CARETEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	7	1.5
2) Somewhat true	99	21.3
3) Very true	359	77.2
Missing	52
Total	465	100.0

325) How does the following describe your education programs for teenagers? - The pastor(s) show(s) a deep commitment to Christian education. (CMMTTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	10	2.1
2) Somewhat true	118	25.2
3) Very true	340	72.6
Missing	49
Total	468	100.0

326) How does the following describe your education programs for teenagers? - The pastor(s) is/are involved in doing Christian education. (INVLTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	43	9.4
2) Somewhat true	145	31.6
3) Very true	271	59.0
Missing	58
Total	459	100.0

327) How does the following describe your education programs for teenagers? - The pastor(s) is/are knowledgeable about the theory and practice of Christian education. (KNOWTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	16	3.4
2) Somewhat true	173	36.3
3) Very true	287	60.3
Missing	41
Total	476	100.0

328) How does the following describe your education programs for teenagers? - The pastor(s) is/are enthusiastic about Christian education. (ENGYTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	11	2.3
2) Somewhat true	103	21.7
3) Very true	361	76.0
Missing	42
Total	475	100.0

329) How does the following describe your education programs for teenagers? - Your church council (or governing board) is interested in Christian education. (COUNTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	39	8.2
2) Somewhat true	210	44.1
3) Very true	227	47.7
Missing	41
Total	476	100.0

330) How does the following describe your education programs for teenagers? - Adults in your congregation place high priority on Christian education. (PRIOTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	80	17.2
2) Somewhat true	221	47.6
3) Very true	163	35.1
Missing	53
Total	464	100.0

331) How does the following describe your education programs for teenagers? - Teachers/leaders know how religious faith forms and develops. (FORMTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	63	14.0
2) Somewhat true	280	62.1
3) Very true	108	23.9
Missing	66
Total	451	100.0

332) How does the following describe your education programs for teenagers? - Teachers/leaders know about educational theory and practice. (DTRYTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	109	23.9
2) Somewhat true	270	59.1
3) Very true	78	17.1
Missing	60
Total	457	100.0

333) How does the following describe your education programs for teenagers? - Teachers/leaders know about different learning styles. (STYLTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	88	19.8
2) Somewhat true	252	56.8
3) Very true	104	23.4
Missing	73
Total	444	100.0

334) How does the following describe your education programs for teenagers? - Teachers/leaders know and understand the Bible. (BIBLTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	23	5.0
2) Somewhat true	272	59.1
3) Very true	165	35.9
Missing	57
Total	460	100.0

335) How does the following describe your education programs for teenagers? - Teachers/leaders have teaching competence. (COMPTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	28	6.1
2) Somewhat true	239	51.8
3) Very true	194	42.1
Missing	56
Total	461	100.0

336) How does the following describe your education programs for teenagers? - Teachers/leaders look for opportunities to know more about effective Christian education. (OPPSTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	109	23.3
2) Somewhat true	228	48.8
3) Very true	130	27.8
Missing	50
Total	467	100.0

337) How does the following describe your education programs for teenagers? - Teachers/leaders know and understand the theology and traditions of your denomination. (DENMTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	71	15.1
2) Somewhat true	276	58.8
3) Very true	122	26.0
Missing	48
Total	469	100.0

338) How does the following describe your education programs for teenagers? - Space for Christian education is adequate. (SPACTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	117	24.5
2) Somewhat true	127	26.6
3) Very true	233	48.8
Missing	40
Total	477	100.0

339) How does the following describe your education programs for teenagers? - Quality curriculum resources are available. (CURRTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	29	6.0
2) Somewhat true	121	25.2
3) Very true	330	68.8
Missing	37
Total	480	100.0

340) How does the following describe your education programs for teenagers? - Quality multi-media resources are available. (MEDITEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	88	18.4
2) Somewhat true	194	40.5
3) Very true	197	41.1
Missing	38
Total	479	100.0

341) How does the following describe your education programs for teenagers? - A quality Christian education library or resource center is available. (LIBRTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	165	35.2
2) Somewhat true	174	37.1
3) Very true	130	27.7
Missing	48
Total	469	100.0

342) How does the following describe your education programs for teenagers? - The annual education budget is carefully planned. (BOGTTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	138	29.7
2) Somewhat true	173	37.3
3) Very true	153	33.0
Missing	53
Total	464	100.0

343) How does the following describe your education programs for teenagers? - Efforts are made to encourage participation of inactive members. (INACTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	114	23.8
2) Somewhat true	267	55.7
3) Very true	98	20.5
Missing	38
Total	479	100.0

344) How does the following describe your education programs for adults? - Program is innovative and creative. (CRTVADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	93	18.9
2) Somewhat true	259	52.7
3) Very true	139	28.3
Missing	26
Total	491	100.0

345) How does the following describe your education programs for adults? - Program challenges participants to think. (CHALADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	16	3.2
2) Somewhat true	187	37.8
3) Very true	292	59.0
Missing	22
Total	495	100.0

346) How does the following describe your education programs for adults? - Program is well planned and administered. (PLANADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	57	11.5
2) Somewhat true	245	49.6
3) Very true	192	38.9
Missing	23
Total	494	100.0

347) How does the following describe your education programs for adults? - Program addresses participants' needs and interests. (NEEDADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	20	4.2
2) Somewhat true	242	50.5
3) Very true	217	45.3
Missing	38
Total	479	100.0

348) How does the following describe your education programs for adults? - Program promotes growth in religious faith and conviction. (GROWADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	7	1.4
2) Somewhat true	194	39.8
3) Very true	287	58.8
Missing	29
Total	488	100.0

349) How does the following describe your education programs for adults? - Teachers/leaders enjoy participation. (PARTADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	6	1.2
2) Somewhat true	155	32.1
3) Very true	322	66.7
Missing	34
Total	483	100.0

350) How does the following describe your education programs for adults? - Participants enjoy the program. (PROGADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	8	1.7
2) Somewhat true	172	36.1
3) Very true	296	62.2
Missing	41
Total	476	100.0

351) How does the following describe your education programs for adults? - Teachers/leaders show enthusiasm for Christian education. (ENTHADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	19	3.9
2) Somewhat true	184	37.9
3) Very true	283	58.2
Missing	31
Total	486	100.0

352) How does the following describe your education programs for adults? - Teachers/leaders have high expectations for learning. (EXPTADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	40	8.6
2) Somewhat true	237	51.0
3) Very true	188	40.4
Missing	52
Total	465	100.0

353) How does the following describe your education programs for adults? - Teachers/leaders know how to minimize discipline problems. (DISCADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	15	4.1
2) Somewhat true	137	37.0
3) Very true	218	58.9
Missing	147
Total	370	100.0

354) How does the following describe your education programs for adults? - Teachers/leaders deal well with conflict. (CONFADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	46	10.7
2) Somewhat true	212	49.4
3) Very true	171	39.9
Missing	88
Total	429	100.0

355) How does the following describe your education programs for adults? - Teachers/leaders encourage participants to raise questions about religious doctrine and theological ideas. (QUESADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	20	4.2
2) Somewhat true	124	25.9
3) Very true	334	69.9
Missing	39
Total	478	100.0

356) How does the following describe your education programs for adults? - Classes and events feel warm and inviting. (WARMADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	18	3.7
2) Somewhat true	192	39.9
3) Very true	271	56.3
Missing	36
Total	481	100.0

357) How does the following describe your education programs for adults? - Teachers/leaders are caring and loving. (CAREADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	2	0.4
2) Somewhat true	120	24.7
3) Very true	363	74.8
Missing	32
Total	485	100.0

358) How does the following describe your education programs for adults? - The pastor(s) show(s) a deep commitment to Christian education. (CMMTADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	4	0.8
2) Somewhat true	101	20.7
3) Very true	384	78.5
Missing	28
Total	489	100.0

359) How does the following describe your education programs for adults? - The pastor(s) is/are involved in doing Christian education. (INVLADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	15	3.1
2) Somewhat true	107	21.9
3) Very true	367	75.1
Missing	28
Total	489	100.0

360) How does the following describe your education programs for adults? - The pastor(s) is/are knowledgeable about the theory and practice of Christian education. (KNOWADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	5	1.0
2) Somewhat true	149	30.2
3) Very true	340	68.8
Missing	23
Total	494	100.0

361) How does the following describe your education programs for adults? - The pastor(s) is/are enthusiastic about Christian education. (ENGYADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	5	1.0
2) Somewhat true	96	19.4
3) Very true	393	79.6
Missing	23
Total	494	100.0

362) How does the following describe your education programs for adults? - Your church council (or governing board) is interested in Christian education. (COUNADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	47	9.6
2) Somewhat true	243	49.4
3) Very true	202	41.1
Missing	25
Total	492	100.0

363) How does the following describe your education programs for adults? - Adults in your congregation place high priority on Christian education. (PRIOADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	100	20.3
2) Somewhat true	273	55.5
3) Very true	119	24.2
Missing	25
Total	492	100.0

364) How does the following describe your education programs for adults? - Teachers/leaders know how religious faith forms and develops. (FORMADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	47	10.0
2) Somewhat true	278	59.4
3) Very true	143	30.6
Missing	49
Total	468	100.0

365) How does the following describe your education programs for adults? - Teachers/leaders know about educational theory and practice. (DTRYADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	98	20.9
2) Somewhat true	270	57.6
3) Very true	101	21.5
Missing	48
Total	469	100.0

366) How does the following describe your education programs for adults? - Teachers/leaders know about different learning styles. (STYLADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	77	16.7
2) Somewhat true	261	56.6
3) Very true	123	26.7
Missing	56
Total	461	100.0

367) How does the following describe your education programs for adults? - Teachers/leaders know and understand the Bible. (BIBLADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	7	1.5
2) Somewhat true	210	43.9
3) Very true	261	54.6
Missing	39
Total	478	100.0

368) How does the following describe your education programs for adults? - Teachers/leaders have teaching competence. (COMPADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	18	3.8
2) Somewhat true	211	44.0
3) Very true	251	52.3
Missing	37
Total	480	100.0

369) How does the following describe your education programs for adults? - Teachers/leaders look for opportunities to know more about effective Christian education. (OPPSADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	107	22.1
2) Somewhat true	249	51.4
3) Very true	128	26.4
Missing	33
Total	484	100.0

370) How does the following describe your education programs for adults? - Teachers/leaders know and understand the theology and traditions of your denomination. (DENMADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	46	9.5
2) Somewhat true	235	48.5
3) Very true	204	42.1
Missing	32
Total	485	100.0

371) How does the following describe your education programs for adults? - Space for Christian education is adequate. (SPACADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	116	23.8
2) Somewhat true	128	26.2
3) Very true	244	50.0
Missing	29
Total	488	100.0

372) How does the following describe your education programs for adults? - Quality curriculum resources are available. (CURRADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	19	3.9
2) Somewhat true	127	25.8
3) Very true	347	70.4
Missing	24
Total	493	100.0

373) How does the following describe your education programs for adults? - Quality multi-media resources are available. (MEDIADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	95	19.4
2) Somewhat true	192	39.2
3) Very true	203	41.4
Missing	27
Total	490	100.0

374) How does the following describe your education programs for adults? - A quality Christian education library or resource center is available. (LIBRADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	152	31.5
2) Somewhat true	191	39.5
3) Very true	140	29.0
Missing	34
Total	483	100.0

375) How does the following describe your education programs for adults? - The annual education budget is carefully planned. (BDGTADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	149	31.2
2) Somewhat true	186	39.0
3) Very true	142	29.8
Missing	40
Total	477	100.0

376) How does the following describe your education programs for adults? - Efforts are made to encourage participation of inactive members. (INACADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not true	136	27.9
2) Somewhat true	271	55.5
3) Very true	81	16.6
Missing	29
Total	488	100.0

377) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for grades 1-6? - Developing Bible knowledge. (DEVL16)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	6	1.2
2) Some emphasis	172	35.1
3) Strong emphasis	312	63.7
Missing	27
Total	490	100.0

378) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for grades 1-6? - Teaching Bible stories. (TECH16)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	2	0.4
2) Some emphasis	78	15.9
3) Strong emphasis	411	83.7
Missing	26
Total	491	100.0

379) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for grades 1-6? - Bible memorization. (MEMR16)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	167	35.1
2) Some emphasis	229	48.1
3) Strong emphasis	80	16.8
Missing	41
Total	476	100.0

380) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for grades 1-6? - Theological reflection on human experience. (HUEX16)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	157	33.3
2) Some emphasis	265	56.3
3) Strong emphasis	49	10.4
Missing	46
Total	471	100.0

381) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for grades 1-6? - Denominational theology, tradition, and history. (DENO16)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	231	48.1
2) Some emphasis	213	44.4
3) Strong emphasis	36	7.5
Missing	37
Total	480	100.0

382) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for grades 1-6? - Providing opportunities for giving help to other people. (GIVH16)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	68	14.3
2) Some emphasis	290	61.1
3) Strong emphasis	117	24.6
Missing	42
Total	475	100.0

383) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for grades 1-6? - Providing fellowship or social interaction. (FLSI16)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	47	9.8
2) Some emphasis	234	48.6
3) Strong emphasis	200	41.6
Missing	36
Total	481	100.0

384) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for grades 1-6? - Promoting intergenerational contact. (INTR16)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	150	31.4
2) Some emphasis	231	48.4
3) Strong emphasis	96	20.1
Missing	40
Total	477	100.0

385) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for grades 1-6? - Teaching moral values. (MORL16)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	9	1.9
2) Some emphasis	207	42.8
3) Strong emphasis	268	55.4
Missing	33
Total	484	100.0

386) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for grades 1-6? - Teaching moral decision-making. (DECS16)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	55	11.6
2) Some emphasis	253	53.2
3) Strong emphasis	168	35.3
Missing	41
Total	476	100.0

387) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for grades 1-6? - Global awareness and understanding. (GAWR16)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	150	31.7
2) Some emphasis	271	57.3
3) Strong emphasis	52	11.0
Missing	44
Total	473	100.0

388) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for grades 1-6? - Multi-cultural awareness and understanding. (MAWR16)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	194	41.3
2) Some emphasis	230	48.9
3) Strong emphasis	46	9.8
Missing	47
Total	470	100.0

389) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for grades 1-6? - Discussion of local or national social issues. (SOCI16)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	323	68.9
2) Some emphasis	132	28.1
3) Strong emphasis	14	3.0
Missing	48
Total	469	100.0

390) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for grades 1-6? - Peacemaking. (PEAC16)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	229	48.4
2) Some emphasis	200	42.3
3) Strong emphasis	44	9.3
Missing	44
Total	473	100.0

391) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for grades 1-6? - Learning how to apply faith to everyday life. (FAIT16)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	21	4.3
2) Some emphasis	264	54.2
3) Strong emphasis	202	41.5
Missing	30
Total	487	100.0

392) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for grades 1-6? - Awareness and understanding of other faith traditions. (TRAD16)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	243	52.4
2) Some emphasis	193	41.6
3) Strong emphasis	28	6.0
Missing	53
Total	464	100.0

393) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for grades 1-6? - Appreciation of religious music. (RELM16)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	104	21.8
2) Some emphasis	220	46.1
3) Strong emphasis	153	32.1
Missing	40
Total	477	100.0

394) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for grades 1-6? - Understanding and appreciation of church symbols. (SYMB16)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	130	27.7
2) Some emphasis	268	57.1
3) Strong emphasis	71	15.1
Missing	48
Total	469	100.0

395) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for grades 1-6? - Involving parents in program decisions and planning. (INPR16)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	161	34.4
2) Some emphasis	208	44.4
3) Strong emphasis	99	21.2
Missing	49
Total	468	100.0

396) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for grades 1-6? - Providing classes to help parents learn how to promote the faith of their children. (PROM16)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	334	70.6
2) Some emphasis	115	24.3
3) Strong emphasis	24	5.1
Missing	44
Total	473	100.0

397) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for grades 1-6? - Providing classes for parents on effective parenting or communication. (EFFC16)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	315	67.0
2) Some emphasis	111	23.6
3) Strong emphasis	44	9.4
Missing	47
Total	470	100.0

398) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for grades 1-6? - Informing parents of student's progress. (STPR16)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	265	57.1
2) Some emphasis	162	34.9
3) Strong emphasis	37	8.0
Missing	53
Total	464	100.0

399) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for teenagers? - Developing Bible knowledge. (DEVLTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	20	4.3
2) Some emphasis	226	48.5
3) Strong emphasis	220	47.2
Missing	51
Total	466	100.0

400) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for teenagers? - Teaching Bible stories. (TECHTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	60	13.0
2) Some emphasis	251	54.3
3) Strong emphasis	151	32.7
Missing	55
Total	462	100.0

401) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for teenagers? - Bible memorization. (MEMRTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	262	57.2
2) Some emphasis	156	34.1
3) Strong emphasis	40	8.7
Missing	59
Total	458	100.0

402) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for teenagers? - Theological reflection on human experience. (HUEXTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	41	8.9
2) Some emphasis	240	52.3
3) Strong emphasis	178	38.8
Missing	58
Total	459	100.0

403) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for teenagers? - Denominational theology, tradition, and history. (DENOTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	115	25.1
2) Some emphasis	259	56.6
3) Strong emphasis	84	18.3
Missing	59
Total	458	100.0

404) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for teenagers? - Providing opportunities for giving help to other people. (GIVHTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	55	12.0
2) Some emphasis	265	57.6
3) Strong emphasis	140	30.4
Missing	57
Total	460	100.0

405) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for teenagers? - Providing fellowship or social interaction. (FLSITEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	25	5.4
2) Some emphasis	157	34.2
3) Strong emphasis	277	60.3
Missing	58
Total	459	100.0

406) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for teenagers? - Promoting intergenerational contact. (INTRTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	146	32.0
2) Some emphasis	205	45.0
3) Strong emphasis	105	23.0
Missing	61
Total	456	100.0

407) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for teenagers? - Teaching moral values. (MORLTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	9	2.0
2) Some emphasis	162	35.1
3) Strong emphasis	290	62.9
Missing	56
Total	461	100.0

408) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for teenagers? - Teaching moral decision-making. (DECSTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	16	3.5
2) Some emphasis	161	35.2
3) Strong emphasis	281	61.4
Missing	59
Total	458	100.0

409) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for teenagers? - Global awareness and understanding. (GAWRTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	81	17.7
2) Some emphasis	289	63.1
3) Strong emphasis	88	19.2
Missing	59
Total	458	100.0

410) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for teenagers? - Multi-cultural awareness and understanding. (MAWRTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	156	33.8
2) Some emphasis	234	50.8
3) Strong emphasis	71	15.4
Missing	56
Total	461	100.0

411) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for teenagers? - Discussion of local or national social issues. (SOCITEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	119	25.7
2) Some emphasis	264	57.0
3) Strong emphasis	80	17.3
Missing	54
Total	463	100.0

412) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for teenagers? - Peacemaking. (PEACTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	163	35.5
2) Some emphasis	229	49.9
3) Strong emphasis	67	14.6
Missing	58
Total	459	100.0

413) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for teenagers? - Learning how to apply faith to everyday life. (FAITTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	13	2.8
2) Some emphasis	169	36.4
3) Strong emphasis	282	60.8
Missing	53
Total	464	100.0

414) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for teenagers? - Awareness and understanding of other faith traditions. (TRADTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	133	29.3
2) Some emphasis	247	54.4
3) Strong emphasis	74	16.3
Missing	63
Total	454	100.0

415) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for teenagers? - Appreciation of religious music. (RELMTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	145	31.9
2) Some emphasis	206	45.4
3) Strong emphasis	103	22.7
Missing	63
Total	454	100.0

416) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for teenagers? - Understanding and appreciation of church symbols. (SYMBTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	130	28.8
2) Some emphasis	245	54.3
3) Strong emphasis	76	16.9
Missing	66
Total	451	100.0

417) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for teenagers? - Involving parents in program decisions and planning. (INPRTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	136	30.6
2) Some emphasis	205	46.2
3) Strong emphasis	103	23.2
Missing	73
Total	444	100.0

418) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for teenagers? - Providing classes to help parents learn how to promote the faith of their children. (PROMTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	324	71.8
2) Some emphasis	101	22.4
3) Strong emphasis	26	5.8
Missing	66
Total	451	100.0

419) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for teenagers? - Providing classes for parents on effective parenting or communication. (EFFCTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	277	62.5
2) Some emphasis	121	27.3
3) Strong emphasis	45	10.2
Missing	74
Total	443	100.0

420) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for teenagers? - Informing parents of student's progress. (STPRTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	260	58.2
2) Some emphasis	146	32.7
3) Strong emphasis	41	9.2
Missing	70
Total	447	100.0

421) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for adults - Developing Bible knowledge. (DEVLADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	5	1.0
2) Some emphasis	140	28.5
3) Strong emphasis	347	70.5
Missing	25
Total	492	100.0

422) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for adults - Teaching Bible stories. (TECHADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	83	17.1
2) Some emphasis	226	46.7
3) Strong emphasis	175	36.2
Missing	33
Total	484	100.0

423) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for adults - Bible memorization. (MEMRADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	351	73.6
2) Some emphasis	109	22.9
3) Strong emphasis	17	3.6
Missing	40
Total	477	100.0

424) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for adults - Theological reflection on human experience. (HUEXADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	24	5.0
2) Some emphasis	163	33.7
3) Strong emphasis	297	61.4
Missing	33
Total	484	100.0

425) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for adults - Denominational theology, tradition, and history. (DENOADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	74	15.3
2) Some emphasis	284	58.6
3) Strong emphasis	127	26.2
Missing	32
Total	485	100.0

426) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for adults - Providing opportunities for giving help to other people. (GIVHADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	62	12.7
2) Some emphasis	234	48.0
3) Strong emphasis	192	39.3
Missing	29
Total	488	100.0

427) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for adults - Providing fellowship or social interaction. (FLSIADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	26	5.3
2) Some emphasis	186	38.2
3) Strong emphasis	275	56.5
Missing	30
Total	487	100.0

428) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for adults - Promoting intergenerational contact. (INTRADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	166	34.7
2) Some emphasis	206	43.1
3) Strong emphasis	106	22.2
Missing	39
Total	478	100.0

429) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for adults - Teaching moral values. (MORLADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	21	4.3
2) Some emphasis	225	45.9
3) Strong emphasis	244	49.8
Missing	27
Total	490	100.0

430) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for adults - Teaching moral decision-making. (DECSADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	31	6.4
2) Some emphasis	220	45.2
3) Strong emphasis	236	48.5
Missing	30
Total	487	100.0

431) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for adults - Global awareness and understanding. (GWARADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	76	15.7
2) Some emphasis	260	53.7
3) Strong emphasis	148	30.6
Missing	33
Total	484	100.0

432) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for adults - Multi-cultural awareness and understanding. (MAWRADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	160	32.9
2) Some emphasis	240	49.3
3) Strong emphasis	87	17.9
Missing	30
Total	487	100.0

433) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for adults - Discussion of local or national social issues. (SOCIADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	70	14.3
2) Some emphasis	273	55.9
3) Strong emphasis	145	29.7
Missing	29
Total	488	100.0

434) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for adults - Peacemaking. (PEACADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	147	30.2
2) Some emphasis	248	50.9
3) Strong emphasis	92	18.9
Missing	30
Total	487	100.0

435) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for adults - Learning how to apply faith to everyday life. (FAITADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	8	1.6
2) Some emphasis	144	29.4
3) Strong emphasis	337	68.9
Missing	28
Total	489	100.0

436) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for adults - Awareness and understanding of other faith traditions. (TRADADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	108	22.2
2) Some emphasis	278	57.2
3) Strong emphasis	100	20.6
Missing	31
Total	486	100.0

437) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for adults - Appreciation of religious music. (RELMADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	146	30.4
2) Some emphasis	204	42.5
3) Strong emphasis	130	27.1
Missing	37
Total	480	100.0

438) How much emphasis is put on the following for education programs for adults - Understanding and appreciation of church symbols. (SYMBADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) No or minor emphasis	161	34.2
2) Some emphasis	238	50.5
3) Strong emphasis	72	15.3
Missing	46
Total	471	100.0

439) How many times in the last year has the following occurred in your church? - Church's governing body, during its regular meetings, having a thoughtful discussion about Christian education. (OCCRTHDS)

	TOTAL	%
0) Never	76	15.3
1) Once	88	17.7
2) Twice	119	23.9
3) 3 or 4 times	146	29.4
4) 5 times or more	68	13.7
Missing	20
Total	497	100.0

440) How many times in the last year has the following occurred in your church? - In-service training events provided for teachers. (OCCRINSR)

	TOTAL	%
0) Never	138	27.7
1) Once	144	28.9
2) Twice	112	22.4
3) 3 or 4 times	85	17.0
4) 5 times or more	20	4.0
Missing	18
Total	499	100.0

441) How many times in the last year has the following occurred in your church? - Teachers named and given recognition in a worship service. (OCCRRECG)

	TOTAL	%
0) Never	54	10.8
1) Once	279	55.6
2) Twice	126	25.1
3) 3 or 4 times	34	6.8
4) 5 times or more	9	1.8
Missing	15
Total	502	100.0

442) How many times in the last year has the following occurred in your church? - Teachers gathering to discuss the goals and objectives of Christian education. (OCCRDISC)

	TOTAL	%
0) Never	119	24.0
1) Once	116	23.4
2) Twice	100	20.2
3) 3 or 4 times	112	22.6
4) 5 times or more	48	9.7
Missing	22
Total	495	100.0

443) How many times in the last year has the following occurred in your church? - Teachers gathering to coordinate and plan Christian education. (OCCRCOOR)

	TOTAL	%
0) Never	88	17.7
1) Once	107	21.5
2) Twice	86	17.3
3) 3 or 4 times	127	25.5
4) 5 times or more	90	18.1
Missing	19
Total	498	100.0

444) How many times in the last year has the following occurred in your church? - Teachers gathering for own spiritual formation. (OCCRSPIR)

	TOTAL	%
0) Never	299	62.7
1) Once	74	15.5
2) Twice	47	9.9
3) 3 or 4 times	35	7.3
4) 5 times or more	22	4.6
Missing	40
Total	477	100.0

445) How many times in the last year has the following occurred in your church? - Teachers given instruction in denominational theology and tradition. (OCCRINST)

	TOTAL	%
0) Never	337	69.2
1) Once	83	17.0
2) Twice	38	7.8
3) 3 or 4 times	20	4.1
4) 5 times or more	9	1.8
Missing	30
Total	487	100.0

446) How many times in the last year has the following occurred in your church? - Teachers spending a full day or more together to plan. (OCCRPLAN)

	TOTAL	%
0) Never	413	83.6
1) Once	57	11.5
2) Twice	16	3.2
3) 3 or 4 times	5	1.0
4) 5 times or more	3	0.6
Missing	23
Total	494	100.0

447) How many times in the last year has the following occurred in your church? - Children participating in planning the children's program. (OCCRCHPR)

	TOTAL	%
0) Never	369	76.2
1) Once	55	11.4
2) Twice	32	6.6
3) 3 or 4 times	20	4.1
4) 5 times or more	8	1.7
Missing	33
Total	484	100.0

448) How many times in the last year has the following occurred in your church? - Teenagers participating in planning the youth program. (OCCRYTHP)

	TOTAL	%
0) Never	95	19.8
1) Once	72	15.0
2) Twice	88	18.3
3) 3 or 4 times	103	21.5
4) 5 times or more	122	25.4
Missing	37
Total	480	100.0

449) How many times in the last year has the following occurred in your church? - Children's program receiving a thoughtful evaluation. (OCCREVAL)

	TOTAL	%
0) Never	121	24.7
1) Once	142	29.0
2) Twice	115	23.5
3) 3 or 4 times	73	14.9
4) 5 times or more	38	7.8
Missing	28
Total	489	100.0

450) How many times in the last year has the following occurred in your church? - Teenage program receiving a thoughtful evaluation. (OCCRTEVL)

	TOTAL	%
0) Never	105	21.7
1) Once	126	26.1
2) Twice	101	20.9
3) 3 or 4 times	95	19.7
4) 5 times or more	56	11.6
Missing	34
Total	483	100.0

451) How many times in the last year has the following occurred in your church? - Adult program receiving a thoughtful evaluation. (OCCRAEVL)

	TOTAL	%
0) Never	126	25.6
1) Once	139	28.3
2) Twice	118	24.0
3) 3 or 4 times	78	15.9
4) 5 times or more	31	6.3
Missing	25
Total	492	100.0

452) How many times in the last year has the following occurred in your church? - Teachers meeting to help each other deal with specific problems and challenges. (OCCRDEAL)

	TOTAL	%
0) Never	196	41.4
1) Once	83	17.5
2) Twice	79	16.7
3) 3 or 4 times	71	15.0
4) 5 times or more	44	9.3
Missing	44
Total	473	100.0

453) How many times in the last year has the following occurred in your church? - Teachers given instruction in effective teaching methods. (OCCREFFC)

	TOTAL	%
0) Never	212	43.4
1) Once	124	25.4
2) Twice	92	18.8
3) 3 or 4 times	41	8.4
4) 5 times or more	20	4.1
Missing	28
Total	489	100.0

454) How many times in the last year has the following occurred in your church? - A study made of children's needs and interests. (OCCRCSTY)

	TOTAL	%
0) Never	336	70.1
1) Once	78	16.3
2) Twice	43	9.0
3) 3 or 4 times	16	3.3
4) 5 times or more	6	1.3
Missing	38
Total	479	100.0

455) How many times in the last year has the following occurred in your church? - A study made of teenagers' needs and interests. (OCCRTSTY)

	TOTAL	%
0) Never	260	54.3
1) Once	94	19.6
2) Twice	66	13.8
3) 3 or 4 times	46	9.6
4) 5 times or more	13	2.7
Missing	38
Total	479	100.0

456) How many times in the last year has the following occurred in your church? - A study made of adults' needs and interests. (OCCRASTY)

	TOTAL	%
0) Never	260	53.4
1) Once	117	24.0
2) Twice	65	13.3
3) 3 or 4 times	41	8.4
4) 5 times or more	4	0.8
Missing	30
Total	487	100.0

457) How many times in the last year has the following occurred in your church? - Teachers evaluated. (OCCRTEVA)

	TOTAL	%
0) Never	354	73.3
1) Once	86	17.8
2) Twice	25	5.2
3) 3 or 4 times	15	3.1
4) 5 times or more	3	0.6
Missing	34
Total	483	100.0

458) How many times in the last year has the following occurred in your church? - Children meaningfully involved in a Sunday morning worship service. (OCCRCWRS)

	TOTAL	%
0) Never	47	9.6
1) Once	54	11.0
2) Twice	68	13.9
3) 3 or 4 times	67	13.7
4) 5 times or more	253	51.7
Missing	28
Total	489	100.0

459) How many times in the last year has the following occurred in your church? - Teenagers meaningfully involved in a Sunday morning worship service. (OCCRTWRS)

	TOTAL	%
0) Never	47	9.6
1) Once	91	18.6
2) Twice	110	22.5
3) 3 or 4 times	93	19.1
4) 5 times or more	147	30.1
Missing	29
Total	488	100.0

460) In your view, does your denomination produce quality resources, training, and support for Christian education? (SUPPCHED)

	TOTAL	%
1) Yes	428	85.1
3) No	75	14.9
Missing	14
Total	503	100.0

461) In your view, does your denomination's regional office give meaningful support and help to your congregation's Christian education program? (REGSUPPT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Yes	365	74.6
3) No	124	25.4
Missing	28
Total	489	100.0

462) Does your church have a brochure describing its Christian education program? (BROCCHED)

	TOTAL	%
1) Yes	153	30.8
3) No	344	69.2
Missing	20
Total	497	100.0

463) Does your church do a good job of publicizing its Christian education program to members? (PUBCHRED)

	TOTAL	%
1) Yes	273	55.3
3) No	221	44.7
Missing	23
Total	494	100.0

464) Does your church do a good job of publicizing its Christian education program to your local community? (PUBCHEDL)

	TOTAL	%
1) Yes	71	15.2
3) No	396	84.8
Missing	50
Total	467	100.0

465) Are children or youth rewarded for good attendance? (GOODATTN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Yes	237	50.0
3) No	237	50.0
Missing	43
Total	474	100.0

466) Are attendance records for children kept? (CHLDATTN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Yes	443	91.5
3) No	41	8.5
Missing	33
Total	484	100.0

467) Are attendance records for teenagers kept? (TEENATTN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Yes	370	77.1
3) No	110	22.9
Missing	37
Total	480	100.0

468) Does your church have a clear mission or purpose statement for the Christian education of children? (CLRMISSC)

	TOTAL	%
1) Yes	159	33.4
3) No	317	66.6
Missing	41
Total	476	100.0

469) Does your church have a clear mission or purpose statement for the Christian education of teenagers? (CLRMISST)

	TOTAL	%
1) Yes	154	32.4
3) No	321	67.6
Missing	42
Total	475	100.0

470) Does your church have a clear mission or purpose statement for the Christian education of adults? (CLRMISSA)

	TOTAL	%
1) Yes	147	31.1
3) No	325	68.9
Missing	45
Total	472	100.0

471) Does your church have clearly stated learning objectives for children? (LEAROBJC)

	TOTAL	%
1) Yes	144	30.4
3) No	329	69.6
Missing	44
Total	473	100.0

472) Does your church have clearly stated learning objectives for teenagers? (LEAROBJT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Yes	138	29.1
3) No	336	70.9
Missing	43
Total	474	100.0

473) Does your church have clearly stated learning objectives for adults? (LEAROBJA)

	TOTAL	%
1) Yes	116	24.5
3) No	357	75.5
Missing	44
Total	473	100.0

474) In promoting effective Christian education, how much of a problem is the following - Difficulty in getting children or youth to pay attention. (PROBATTN)

	TOTAL	%
1) A major problem	21	4.2
2) A somewhat major problem	84	16.8
3) A minor problem	327	65.5
4) No problem	67	13.4
Missing	18
Total	499	100.0

475) In promoting effective Christian education, how much of a problem is the following - Parent disinterest. (PROBPRDS)

	TOTAL	%
1) A major problem	101	20.0
2) A somewhat major problem	175	34.6
3) A minor problem	175	34.6
4) No problem	55	10.9
Missing	11
Total	506	100.0

476) In promoting effective Christian education, how much of a problem is the following - Adult disinterest in adult education. (PROBDISN)

	TOTAL	%
1) A major problem	124	24.4
2) A somewhat major problem	193	37.9
3) A minor problem	142	27.9
4) No problem	50	9.8
Missing	8
Total	509	100.0

477) In promoting effective Christian education, how much of a problem is the following - Recruitment of volunteer teachers and leaders. (PROBRECR)

	TOTAL	%
1) A major problem	103	20.1
2) A somewhat major problem	163	31.8
3) A minor problem	196	38.3
4) No problem	50	9.8
Missing	5
Total	512	100.0

478) In promoting effective Christian education, how much of a problem is the following - Lack of motivation to learn by children. (PROBCMOT)

	TOTAL	%
1) A major problem	16	3.2
2) A somewhat major problem	89	17.8
3) A minor problem	229	45.7
4) No problem	167	33.3
Missing	16
Total	501	100.0

479) In promoting effective Christian education, how much of a problem is the following - Lack of motivation to learn by teenagers. (PROBTMOT)

	TOTAL	%
1) A major problem	71	14.4
2) A somewhat major problem	156	31.7
3) A minor problem	196	39.8
4) No problem	69	14.0
Missing	25
Total	492	100.0

480) In promoting effective Christian education, how much of a problem is the following - Lack of motivation to learn by adults. (PROBAMOT)

	TOTAL	%
1) A major problem	73	14.4
2) A somewhat major problem	177	34.8
3) A minor problem	158	31.1
4) No problem	100	19.7
Missing	9
Total	508	100.0

481) In promoting effective Christian education, how much of a problem is the following - Children's busy schedules. (PROBCSCH)

	TOTAL	%
1) A major problem	85	17.0
2) A somewhat major problem	155	31.1
3) A minor problem	191	38.3
4) No problem	68	13.6
Missing	18
Total	499	100.0

482) In promoting effective Christian education, how much of a problem is the following - Teenagers' busy schedules. (PROBTSCH)

	TOTAL	%
1) A major problem	181	37.2
2) A somewhat major problem	188	38.6
3) A minor problem	92	18.9
4) No problem	26	5.3
Missing	30
Total	487	100.0

483) In promoting effective Christian education, how much of a problem is the following - Adults' busy schedules. (PROBASCH)

	TOTAL	%
1) A major problem	161	32.3
2) A somewhat major problem	194	38.9
3) A minor problem	114	22.8
4) No problem	30	6.0
Missing	18
Total	499	100.0

484) In promoting effective Christian education, how much of a problem is the following - The Christian education budget. (PROBCBUD)

	TOTAL	%
1) A major problem	26	5.3
2) A somewhat major problem	67	13.6
3) A minor problem	188	38.1
4) No problem	213	43.1
Missing	23
Total	494	100.0

485) In promoting effective Christian education, how much of a problem is the following - The quality of Christian education curriculum resources. (PROBQUAL)

	TOTAL	%
1) A major problem	22	4.4
2) A somewhat major problem	49	9.8
3) A minor problem	125	25.0
4) No problem	304	60.8
Missing	17
Total	500	100.0

486) In promoting effective Christian education, how much of a problem is the following - Rapid turnover for teachers. (PROBTURN)

	TOTAL	%
1) A major problem	11	2.3
2) A somewhat major problem	40	8.2
3) A minor problem	198	40.7
4) No problem	238	48.9
Missing	30
Total	487	100.0

487) In promoting effective Christian education, how much of a problem is the following - Teacher preparation for classes. (PROBPREP)

	TOTAL	%
1) A major problem	30	6.0
2) A somewhat major problem	92	18.5
3) A minor problem	239	48.1
4) No problem	136	27.4
Missing	20
Total	497	100.0

488) In promoting effective Christian education, how much of a problem is the following - Support of the senior pastor for Christian education. (PROBSENP)

	TOTAL	%
1) A major problem	9	1.9
2) A somewhat major problem	21	4.3
3) A minor problem	85	17.5
4) No problem	371	76.3
Missing	31
Total	486	100.0

489) In promoting effective Christian education, how much of a problem is the following - Teacher competence. (PROBCOMP)

	TOTAL	%
1) A major problem	15	3.0
2) A somewhat major problem	68	13.5
3) A minor problem	233	46.3
4) No problem	187	37.2
Missing	14
Total	503	100.0

490) In promoting effective Christian education, how much of a problem is the following - Church too small to offer much in the way of formal programs. (PROBSMLL)

	TOTAL	%
1) A major problem	65	13.8
2) A somewhat major problem	65	13.8
3) A minor problem	130	27.5
4) No problem	212	44.9
Missing	45
Total	472	100.0

491) In promoting effective Christian education, how much of a problem is the following - Support by the congregation for Christian education. (PROBCONG)

	TOTAL	%
1) A major problem	30	5.9
2) A somewhat major problem	101	20.0
3) A minor problem	177	35.0
4) No problem	197	39.0
Missing	12
Total	505	100.0

492) In promoting effective Christian education, how much of a problem is the following - Irregular attendance by children or youth. (PROBIRRG)

	TOTAL	%
1) A major problem	83	16.3
2) A somewhat major problem	169	33.2
3) A minor problem	213	41.8
4) No problem	44	8.6
Missing	8
Total	509	100.0

493) To what degree would you say that your church tries to coordinate Christian education so that children, teenagers, and adults are simultaneously studying the same issues or exploring the same Bible passages? (SAMISSUE)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not at all	224	44.2
2) A little	108	21.3
3) Somewhat	97	19.1
4) Quite a bit	54	10.7
5) A great deal	24	4.7
Missing	10
Total	507	100.0

494) Do you refer to yourself as a born-again Christian? (BRNAGNCH)

	TOTAL	%
1) Yes	204	39.8
2) I'm not sure	20	3.9
3) No	289	56.3
Missing	4
Total	513	100.0

495) Some people think that Protestant churches in the U.S. have a bias which favors the male point of view in theology and doctrine. Do you think a bias toward the male point of view exists in your church's theology and doctrine? (MALEBIAS)

	TOTAL	%
1) Yes	202	39.5
2) I'm not sure	48	9.4
3) No	262	51.2
Missing	5
Total	512	100.0

496) Do you want your church to do more to include the experience, wisdom, and insight of women in its theology, doctrine, and understanding of the Bible? (WOMNINST)

	TOTAL	%
1) Yes	373	73.0
2) I'm not sure	64	12.5
3) No	74	14.5
Missing	6
Total	511	100.0

497) Do you want your church to do more to include the experience, wisdom, and insight of minorities in its theology, doctrine, and understanding of the Bible? (MININSGT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Yes	380	74.7
2) I'm not sure	63	12.4
3) No	66	13.0
Missing	8
Total	509	100.0

498) How much emphasis is put on the following for grades 1-6? - Religious instruction (Emphasis is placed on transmitting Christian religious beliefs, knowledge, and practices to participants. Good teaching is highly valued, and the Christian education program offers structured classes in which good teaching can take place.) (RELI16)

	TOTAL	%
1) No emphasis in my church	18	3.6
2) Minor emphasis in my church	37	7.3
3) Some emphasis in my church	115	22.8
4) Moderate emphasis in my church	151	29.9
5) Strong emphasis in my church	184	36.4
Missing	12
Total	505	100.0

499) How much emphasis is put on the following for grades 1-6? - Faith community (Emphasis is placed on how persons are initiated and grow into the Christian faith community. Persons are intentionally socialized into the faith by being immersed in the rituals, traditions, symbols, and patterns of living normative within the particular community of faith. The church gives much attention to creating shared values, rituals, and traditions.) (FAIC16)

	TOTAL	%
1) No emphasis in my church	42	8.4
2) Minor emphasis in my church	144	28.7
3) Some emphasis in my church	123	24.5
4) Moderate emphasis in my church	116	23.1
5) Strong emphasis in my church	77	15.3
Missing	15
Total	502	100.0

500) How much emphasis is put on the following for grades 1-6? - Spiritual development (Emphasis is placed on nurturing the natural unfolding of each individual person's religious experience and religious quest. Faith develops in an ordered way, with persons at different places in the growth process. Learners are helped to use life experiences and life crises as opportunities to grow in faith.) (SPIR16)

	TOTAL	%
1) No emphasis in my church	42	8.4
2) Minor emphasis in my church	112	22.4
3) Some emphasis in my church	154	30.8
4) Moderate emphasis in my church	121	24.2
5) Strong emphasis in my church	71	14.2
Missing	17
Total	500	100.0

501) How much emphasis is put on the following for grades 1-6? - Liberation (Emphasis is placed on analyzing and understanding the political, social, and cultural context in which human life and action takes place. This approach serves as one antidote to individualism, helping learners understand how social systems can cause oppression and injustice. Action and reflection on action is encouraged.) (LIBT16)

	TOTAL	%
1) No emphasis in my church	193	38.4
2) Minor emphasis in my church	190	37.8
3) Some emphasis in my church	88	17.5
4) Moderate emphasis in my church	18	3.6
5) Strong emphasis in my church	13	2.6
Missing	15
Total	502	100.0

502) How much emphasis is put on the following for grades 1-6? - Interpretation (Both the Christian story and personal experience are emphasized, with learners encouraged to discover the interrelationships among the Christian tradition, God's activity in the world, and personal experience. The learner is not taught particular understandings, but is encouraged to interpret what he or she experiences in transactions with God, religious tradition and other people. Teachers serve more as guides than as information-givers.) (INTP16)

	TOTAL	%
1) No emphasis in my church	88	17.6
2) Minor emphasis in my church	144	28.8
3) Some emphasis in my church	138	27.6
4) Moderate emphasis in my church	85	17.0
5) Strong emphasis in my church	45	9.0
Missing	17
Total	500	100.0

503) How much emphasis is put on the following for grades 7-12? - Religious instruction (Emphasis is placed on transmitting Christian religious beliefs, knowledge, and practices to participants. Good teaching is highly valued, and the Christian education program offers structured classes in which good teaching can take place.) (RELITEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) No emphasis in my church	32	6.4
2) Minor emphasis in my church	62	12.4
3) Some emphasis in my church	128	25.5
4) Moderate emphasis in my church	146	29.1
5) Strong emphasis in my church	133	26.5
Missing	16
Total	501	100.0

504) How much emphasis is put on the following for grades 7-12? - Faith community (Emphasis is placed on how persons are initiated and grow into the Christian faith community. Persons are intentionally socialized into the faith by being immersed in the rituals, traditions, symbols, and patterns of living normative within the particular community of faith. The church gives much attention to creating shared values, rituals, and traditions.) (FAICTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) No emphasis in my church	56	11.2
2) Minor emphasis in my church	126	25.1
3) Some emphasis in my church	130	25.9
4) Moderate emphasis in my church	121	24.2
5) Strong emphasis in my church	68	13.6
Missing	16
Total	501	100.0

505) How much emphasis is put on the following for grades 7-12? - Spiritual development (Emphasis is placed on nurturing the natural unfolding of each individual person's religious experience and religious quest. Faith develops in an ordered way, with persons at different places in the growth process. Learners are helped to use life experiences and life crises as opportunities to grow in faith.) (SPIRTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) No emphasis in my church	45	9.0
2) Minor emphasis in my church	78	15.6
3) Some emphasis in my church	146	29.2
4) Moderate emphasis in my church	156	31.2
5) Strong emphasis in my church	75	15.0
Missing	17
Total	500	100.0

506) How much emphasis is put on the following for grades 7-12? - Liberation (Emphasis is placed on analyzing and understanding the political, social, and cultural context in which human life and action takes place. This approach serves as one antidote to individualism, helping learners understand how social systems can cause oppression and injustice. Action and reflection on action is encouraged.) (LIBTTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) No emphasis in my church	139	27.8
2) Minor emphasis in my church	184	36.8
3) Some emphasis in my church	123	24.6
4) Moderate emphasis in my church	34	6.8
5) Strong emphasis in my church	20	4.0
Missing	17
Total	500	100.0

507) How much emphasis is put on the following for grades 7-12? - Interpretation (Both the Christian story and personal experience are emphasized, with learners encouraged to discover the interrelationships among the Christian tradition, God's activity in the world, and personal experience. The learner is not taught particular understandings, but is encouraged to interpret what he or she experiences in transactions with God, religious tradition and other people. Teachers serve more as guides than as information-givers.) (INTPTEEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) No emphasis in my church	74	14.9
2) Minor emphasis in my church	97	19.5
3) Some emphasis in my church	142	28.5
4) Moderate emphasis in my church	117	23.5
5) Strong emphasis in my church	68	13.7
Missing	19
Total	498	100.0

508) How much emphasis is put on the following for adults? - Religious instruction (Emphasis is placed on transmitting Christian religious beliefs, knowledge, and practices to participants. Good teaching is highly valued, and the Christian education program offers structured classes in which good teaching can take place.) (RELIADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) No emphasis in my church	20	4.0
2) Minor emphasis in my church	55	11.0
3) Some emphasis in my church	137	27.3
4) Moderate emphasis in my church	145	28.9
5) Strong emphasis in my church	145	28.9
Missing	15
Total	502	100.0

509) How much emphasis is put on the following for adults? - Faith community (Emphasis is placed on how persons are initiated and grow into the Christian faith community. Persons are intentionally socialized into the faith by being immersed in the rituals, traditions, symbols, and patterns of living normative within the particular community of faith. The church gives much attention to creating shared values, rituals, and traditions.) (FAICADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) No emphasis in my church	42	8.4
2) Minor emphasis in my church	130	25.9
3) Some emphasis in my church	132	26.3
4) Moderate emphasis in my church	124	24.7
5) Strong emphasis in my church	74	14.7
Missing	15
Total	502	100.0

510) How much emphasis is put on the following for adults? - Spiritual development (Emphasis is placed on nurturing the natural unfolding of each individual person's religious experience and religious quest. Faith develops in an ordered way, with persons at different places in the growth process. Learners are helped to use life experiences and life crises as opportunities to grow in faith.) (SPIRADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) No emphasis in my church	27	5.4
2) Minor emphasis in my church	78	15.6
3) Some emphasis in my church	131	26.1
4) Moderate emphasis in my church	165	32.9
5) Strong emphasis in my church	100	20.0
Missing	16
Total	501	100.0

511) How much emphasis is put on the following, for adults - Liberation (Emphasis is placed on analyzing and understanding the political, social, and cultural context in which human life and action takes place. This approach serves as one antidote to individualism, helping learners understand how social systems can cause oppression and injustice. Action and reflection on action is encouraged.) (LIBTADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) No emphasis in my church	117	23.3
2) Minor emphasis in my church	186	37.0
3) Some emphasis in my church	120	23.9
4) Moderate emphasis in my church	56	11.1
5) Strong emphasis in my church	24	4.8
Missing	14
Total	503	100.0

512) How much emphasis is put on the following, for adults - Interpretation (Both the Christian story and personal experience are emphasized, with learners encouraged to discover the interrelationships among the Christian tradition, God's activity in the world, and personal experience. The learner is not taught particular understandings, but is encouraged to interpret what he or she experiences in transactions with God, religious tradition and other people. Teachers serve more as guides than as information-givers.) (INTPADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) No emphasis in my church	51	10.1
2) Minor emphasis in my church	79	15.7
3) Some emphasis in my church	139	27.6
4) Moderate emphasis in my church	128	25.4
5) Strong emphasis in my church	107	21.2
Missing	13
Total	504	100.0

513) Which of the five approaches to Christian education defined previously do you emphasize the most in your Christian education efforts at your church? (MOSTEMPH)

	TOTAL	%
1) Religious instruction	203	40.5
2) Faith community	75	15.0
3) Spiritual development	124	24.8
4) Liberation	7	1.4
5) Interpretation	86	17.2
6) None	6	1.2
Missing	16
Total	501	100.0

514) Which of the five approaches to Christian education defined previously do you feel you know quite a bit about? (KNOWMOST)

	TOTAL	%
1) Religious instruction	61	29.2
2) Faith community	30	14.4
3) Spiritual development	47	22.5
4) Liberation	4	1.9
5) Interpretation	56	26.8
6) None	11	5.3
Missing	308
Total	209	100.0

515) Which of the five approaches to Christian education defined previously would you like to learn more about? (LIKTOLRN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Religious instruction	15	4.3
2) Faith community	44	12.7
3) Spiritual development	119	34.3
4) Liberation	57	16.4
5) Interpretation	49	14.1
6) None	63	18.2
Missing	170
Total	347	100.0

516) Which one of the five approaches to Christian education defined previously do you wish your church emphasized more? (CHREMPMT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Religious instruction	32	9.7
2) Faith community	52	15.7
3) Spiritual development	117	35.3
4) Liberation	34	10.3
5) Interpretation	49	14.8
6) None	47	14.2
Missing	186
Total	331	100.0

517) To what degree do you think your church is like the following? - This church seeks to bring souls to Jesus. It puts emphasis on encouraging people to commit their lives to Jesus Christ. It supports missionary work, emphasizes the Bible as a guide for daily living, and speaks out against the sin and evil that is rampant in the world. (SOULS2JS)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not at all like this	118	23.1
2) A little like this	148	29.0
3) Somewhat like this	88	17.2
4) Quite a bit like this	85	16.6
5) Very much like this	72	14.1
Missing	6
Total	511	100.0

518) To what degree do you think your church is like the following? - This church provides a comfortable refuge from the pain and suffering of the world. In this church, it's easy to forget the noise and confusion of the world. This church strongly believes that everything is in God's hands and that what matters is the spiritual. Nothing else is as important. Members gain the comfort and strength necessary to overcome the stresses and sorrows of everyday life. (COMFREFG)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not at all like this	110	21.6
2) A little like this	193	37.8
3) Somewhat like this	126	24.7
4) Quite a bit like this	68	13.3
5) Very much like this	13	2.5
Missing	7
Total	510	100.0

519) To what degree do you think your church is like the following - This church strives to serve its community. It is active in supporting local social and human service programs. It encourages its members to get involved in community affairs and issues such as supporting schools, youth programs, food shelves, and housing for the elderly. Members and clergy are visible on community committees, and the church has a number of programs designed to help people get involved. Service to the community is a strong focus of its ministry. (SERVCOMM)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not at all like this	41	8.0
2) A little like this	134	26.2
3) Somewhat like this	146	28.5
4) Quite a bit like this	127	24.8
5) Very much like this	64	12.5
Missing	5
Total	512	100.0

520) To what degree do you think your church is like the following - This church seeks to bring God's liberation and freedom to all who are oppressed. It believes in moving beyond study and talk. It has several social action groups working actively to bring about social and political change. The pastor's sermons often deal with specific political and economic issues. Some of its people are active in projects designed to bring about a more just society. The church is often critical of our nation's international, economic, and military policies. (GODLIBRA)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not at all like this	231	45.4
2) A little like this	170	33.4
3) Somewhat like this	65	12.8
4) Quite a bit like this	31	6.1
5) Very much like this	12	2.4
Missing	8
Total	509	100.0

521) In your seminary training, about how many courses in Christian education did you take? (SEMCOURS)

	TOTAL	%
1) None	20	3.9
2) 1	85	16.7
3) 2	115	22.6
4) 3	112	22.0
5) 4	65	12.8
6) 5 or more	96	18.9
7) Did not go to seminary	16	3.1
Missing	8
Total	509	100.0

522) In the past 3 years, how many days of training and/or instruction specifically focused on Christian education have you had? (CHREDTR)

	TOTAL	%
0) None	144	28.3
1) 1	67	13.2
2) 2	70	13.8
3) 3	49	9.6
4) 4	22	4.3
5) 5 or more	156	30.7
Missing	9
Total	508	100.0

523) How much do you like doing Christian education for the following age group? - Ages 3-5. (XNED35)

	TOTAL	%
1) Do not like at all	67	13.3
2) Like a little	140	27.8
3) Like some	121	24.1
4) Like quite a bit	106	21.1
5) Like a great deal	69	13.7
Missing	14
Total	503	100.0

524) How much do you like doing Christian education for the following age group? - Ages 6-12. (XNED612)

	TOTAL	%
1) Do not like at all	20	4.0
2) Like a little	80	15.9
3) Like some	161	31.9
4) Like quite a bit	154	30.6
5) Like a great deal	89	17.7
Missing	13
Total	504	100.0

525) How much do you like doing Christian education for the following age group? - Ages 13-15. (XNED1315)

	TOTAL	%
1) Do not like at all	20	4.0
2) Like a little	54	10.8
3) Like some	152	30.4
4) Like quite a bit	181	36.2
5) Like a great deal	93	18.6
Missing	17
Total	500	100.0

526) How much do you like doing Christian education for the following age group? - Ages 16-18. (XNED1618)

	TOTAL	%
1) Do not like at all	15	3.0
2) Like a little	49	9.9
3) Like some	131	26.4
4) Like quite a bit	197	39.6
5) Like a great deal	105	21.1
Missing	20
Total	497	100.0

527) How much do you like doing Christian education for the following age group? - Young adults. (XNEDYADL)

	TOTAL	%
1) Do not like at all	2	0.4
2) Like a little	16	3.2
3) Like some	64	12.9
4) Like quite a bit	191	38.6
5) Like a great deal	222	44.8
Missing	22
Total	495	100.0

528) How much do you like doing Christian education for the following age group? - Adults. (XNEDADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Do not like at all	1	0.2
2) Like a little	6	1.2
3) Like some	33	6.5
4) Like quite a bit	151	30.0
5) Like a great deal	313	62.1
Missing	13
Total	504	100.0

529) Do children who attend Sunday school also have the opportunity to attend worship services on the same Sunday? (KIDWRSHP)

	TOTAL	%
1) No	10	2.0
2) Yes. They can attend worship services before and/or after church	413	81.8
3) Partially. We have our church school students attend part of the worship services.	82	16.2
Missing	12
Total	505	100.0

530) Does your congregation have linkages to the following? - Another congregation, same denomination. (CONGLNK1)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	350	68.9
1) Yes	158	31.1
Missing	9
Total	508	100.0

531) Does your congregation have linkages to the following? - Another congregation, other Protestant denomination. (CONGLNK2)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	372	73.2
1) Yes	136	26.8
Missing	9
Total	508	100.0

532) Does your congregation have linkages to the following? - Catholic church. (CONGLNK3)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	474	93.3
1) Yes	34	6.7
Missing	9
Total	508	100.0

533) Does your congregation have linkages to the following? - Jewish synagogue. (CONGLNK4)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	495	97.4
1) Yes	13	2.6
Missing	9
Total	508	100.0

534) Does your congregation have linkages to the following? - A minority congregation. (CONGLNK5)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	476	93.7
1) Yes	32	6.3
Missing	9
Total	508	100.0

535) Does your congregation have linkages to the following? - A mission church. (CONGLNK6)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	473	93.1
1) Yes	35	6.9
Missing	9
Total	508	100.0

536) Does your congregation have linkages to the following? - An overseas church. (CONGLNK7)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	491	96.7
1) Yes	17	3.3
Missing	9
Total	508	100.0

537) Does your congregation have linkages to the following? - None of the above. (CONGLNK8)

	TOTAL	%
0) No	256	50.4
1) Yes	252	49.6
Missing	9
Total	508	100.0

538) To what extent does your church use inclusive language in its worship services? (INCLANG)

	TOTAL	%
1) Never	101	19.9
2) Rarely	89	17.6
3) Occasionally	134	26.4
4) Frequently	161	31.8
5) Always	22	4.3
Missing	10
Total	507	100.0

539) Over the last year, how much emphasis has been given to the following in Sunday morning sermons? - Local social and political issues. (LOCISSUE)

	TOTAL	%
1) None	88	17.3
2) A little	225	44.2
3) Some	159	31.2
4) Quite a bit	33	6.5
5) A great deal	4	0.8
Missing	8
Total	509	100.0

540) Over the last year, how much emphasis has been given to the following in Sunday morning sermons? - National social and political issues. (NATISSUE)

	TOTAL	%
1) None	65	12.7
2) A little	211	41.4
3) Some	181	35.5
4) Quite a bit	52	10.2
5) A great deal	1	0.2
Missing	7
Total	510	100.0

541) Over the last year, how much emphasis has been given to the following in Sunday morning sermons? - Teaching the Bible. (TEACHBIB)

	TOTAL	%
1) None	3	0.6
2) A little	10	2.0
3) Some	77	15.2
4) Quite a bit	190	37.5
5) A great deal	227	44.8
Missing	10
Total	507	100.0

542) Over the last year, how much emphasis has been given to the following in Sunday morning sermons? - Church doctrine or theology. (GIVETHEO)

	TOTAL	%
1) None	5	1.0
2) A little	53	10.4
3) Some	171	33.6
4) Quite a bit	194	38.1
5) A great deal	86	16.9
Missing	8
Total	509	100.0

543) Over the last year, how much emphasis has been given to the following in Sunday morning sermons? - Christian values. (CHRVALUE)

	TOTAL	%
1) None	1	0.2
2) A little	9	1.8
3) Some	41	8.1
4) Quite a bit	231	45.6
5) A great deal	225	44.4
Missing	10
Total	507	100.0

544) How many hours a month do you spend in Christian education with the following age group? - Ages 6-12. (HRSW612)

	TOTAL	%
1) 0 hours	207	42.7
2) 1 hour	124	25.6
3) 2 hours	59	12.2
4) 3-5 hours	67	13.8
5) 6-10 hours	23	4.7
6) 11 or more hours	5	1.0
Missing	32
Total	485	100.0

545) How many hours a month do you spend in Christian education with the following age group? - Ages 13-15. (HRSW1315)

	TOTAL	%
1) 0 hours	136	28.1
2) 1 hour	58	12.0
3) 2 hours	58	12.0
4) 3-5 hours	128	26.4
5) 6-10 hours	72	14.9
6) 11 or more hours	32	6.6
Missing	33
Total	484	100.0

546) How many hours a month do you spend in Christian education with the following age group? - Ages 16-18. (HRSW1618)

	TOTAL	%
1) 0 hours	218	46.0
2) 1 hour	67	14.1
3) 2 hours	62	13.1
4) 3-5 hours	87	18.4
5) 6-10 hours	21	4.4
6) 11 or more hours	19	4.0
Missing	43
Total	474	100.0

547) How many hours a month do you spend in Christian education with the following age group? - Young adults. (HRSWYA)

	TOTAL	%
1) 0 hours	214	46.4
2) 1 hour	47	10.2
3) 2 hours	49	10.6
4) 3-5 hours	89	19.3
5) 6-10 hours	35	7.6
6) 11 or more hours	27	5.9
Missing	56
Total	461	100.0

548) How many hours a month do you spend in Christian education with the following age group? - Adults. (HRSWADL)

	TOTAL	%
1) 0 hours	43	8.6
2) 1 hour	34	6.8
3) 2 hours	39	7.8
4) 3-5 hours	145	29.1
5) 6-10 hours	126	25.3
6) 11 or more hours	112	22.4
Missing	18
Total	499	100.0

549) Compared to five years ago, is the size of your church growing remaining steady, or decreasing? (SIZECONG)

	TOTAL	%
1) Decreasing significantly	30	6.2
2) Decreasing a little	90	18.6
3) Remaining steady	108	22.3
4) Growing a little	164	33.8
5) Growing significantly	93	19.2
Missing	32
Total	485	100.0

550) Of all the children grades K-6 affiliated with your church, about what percent would you estimate are active participants in Christian education? (ACTVK6)

	TOTAL	%
1) 0%	5	1.0
2) 10%	21	4.1
3) 20%	21	4.1
4) 30%	33	6.5
5) 40%	35	6.9
6) 50%	57	11.2
7) 60%	76	15.0
8) 70%	88	17.3
9) 80%	99	19.5
10) 90%	57	11.2
11) 100%	16	3.1
Missing	9
Total	508	100.0

551) Of all the 7th-9th graders affiliated with your church, about what percent would you estimate are active participants in Christian education? (ACTV79)

	TOTAL	%
1) 0%	33	6.5
2) 10%	28	5.6
3) 20%	26	5.2
4) 30%	47	9.3
5) 40%	47	9.3
6) 50%	62	12.3
7) 60%	47	9.3
8) 70%	61	12.1
9) 80%	79	15.7
10) 90%	51	10.1
11) 100%	23	4.6
Missing	13
Total	504	100.0

552) Of all the 10th-12th graders affiliated with your church, about what percent would you estimate are active participants in Christian education? (ACTV1012)

	TOTAL	%
1) 0%	50	9.9
2) 10%	76	15.1
3) 20%	61	12.1
4) 30%	72	14.3
5) 40%	41	8.2
6) 50%	57	11.3
7) 60%	40	8.0
8) 70%	38	7.6
9) 80%	46	9.1
10) 90%	17	3.4
11) 100%	5	1.0
Missing	14
Total	503	100.0

553) Of all the adults affiliated with your church, about what percent would you estimate are active participants in Christian education? (ACTVADLT)

	TOTAL	%
1) 0%	9	1.8
2) 10%	126	24.8
3) 20%	94	18.5
4) 30%	110	21.7
5) 40%	61	12.0
6) 50%	42	8.3
7) 60%	27	5.3
8) 70%	22	4.3
9) 80%	10	2.0
10) 90%	7	1.4
Missing	9
Total	508	100.0