NCLS Research insights that relate to the SoR syllabus area: HSC Religion in Aust post 1945
A range of articles, infographics, videos and fast facts that relate to the Studies of Religion syllabus area HSC Religion in Australia post 1945, including:
The proportion of church attenders born overseas has risen over time, up to 37% in 2021. About a quarter of churchgoers speak a language other than English at home.
Read moreYes, churchgoers are ageing overall, but where young adults can be found, they give a confident and positive report of their church experience.
Read moreWho really goes to church today.. and what that means for ministry and mission.
Read moreAustralians nominate three main roles for churches: performing rites of passage, encouraging good morals, and supporting the poor.
Read moreWhile Australians aged 65+ are the most familiar with the Christian faith, the younger age groups express higher levels of belief in God or a higher power.
Read moreWebinar presentation on trends in Australian spirituality, views of Jesus and church.
Read moreWhen provided with a list of choices of spiritual practices, and asked which appeal to them most, 52% of Australians selected being in nature or the outdoors as their top preference of spiritual practices.
Read moreThe breadth, depth and type of engagement local churches have with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and cultures.
Read moreVideo interviews of Australians: their spirituality and attitudes to being invited to church.
Read moreNature, music, prayer and meditation are Australians' preferred spiritual practices.
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