How many people do you know who “used to go” to church, but just don’t anymore? If you are like most Americans, you know quite a few, or maybe you are one of them yourself. According to the book American Church in Crisis by David T. Olson, “Most Americans have been to church, and yet only 20 percent are regular attendees.” Dr. Gary L. McIntosh from the Talbot School of Theology at Biola University estimates “more than 76 million people have attended church at least once in their lifetime.” Clearly, most people who do not currently attend church did attend at one time. Many of these people—maybe even you, might be willing to try church again, given the right opportunity.

Back to Church Sunday is designed to be that opportunity—a special service dedicated to people who do not regularly attend church, a time when those who have left the church are encouraged to return and give it another try.

On Back to Church Sunday, churches across the country will be opening their doors and welcoming visitors to their church. But WHY should they come Back to Church?  True, everyone's reasons for leaving and returning to church are different. But if you are considering a return, we have prepared a special booklet just for you. It's called ReDiscover Church, and it discusses the top-10 reasons why people leave the church and why they are coming back. Plus it includes helpful tips on how to make your return to church easy…even fun! Click here to read the ReDiscover Church booklet.

If you are ready to try church again but aren't sure where to go, click here to see a listing of participating Back To Church Sunday churches. Each of these churches will be preparing a special service in which you and other visitors can get your questions answered and feel especially welcome.

We hope that you will visit a church in your community soon. If you would like some additional information about attending church, click here for a list of recommended reading.

CHURCH LEADERS – Click here if you would like to learn more about holding a Back to Church event at your church or listing your church on the national Back to Church roster.

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