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Publisher of Books and Electronic Resources That Challenge the Mind and Nourish the Soul

Based in Louisville, Kentucky, WJK proudly publishes first-class scholarly works in religion for the academic community, nationally recognized trade books for general readers, and essential resources for ministry and the life of faith.

With over sixteen hundred books in print and a publishing heritage dating to 1838, WJK is internationally esteemed for its continued success at fulfilling its mission: to advance religious scholarship, stimulate conversation about moral values, and inspire faithful living.

Featured Books:

A Field Guide to U. S. Congregations, Second Edition

by Cynthia Woolever and
Deborah Bruce

Photo by David Young

Featured Authors:

Cynthia Woolever and
Deborah Bruce

In 2001 the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) conducted the U.S. Congregational Life Survey. More than 1.2 million worshipers and 12,000 congregations across three continents were surveyed to provide a portrait of congregational life. The findings were published in the first edition of A Field Guide to U.S. Congregations. With the completion of the 2008 survey comes an expanded edition of this invaluable reference with new findings; updated statistics, tables, and cartoons; a new chapter describing changes in congregational life; and chapter summaries focusing on the implications of the 2008 survey.

Cynthia Woolever is Research Manager of the U.S. Congregational Life Survey, former Professor of Sociology of Religious Organizations, Hartford Seminary, and a researcher for the PC(USA) Research Services office.

Deborah Bruce is Associate Research Manager for PC(USA) Research Services, and a member of the Religious Research Association, the Society for the Scientific Study of Religion, the Association for the Sociology of Religion, and the International Society for the Sociology of Religion.

Cynthia Woolever and Deborah Bruce discuss the results of the U.S. Congregational Life Survey on WJK Radio with Dan and Jana. Don’t miss it!