Episcopal Church 2025 Parochial Report shows attendance stabilizing and new data on congregational life

The Episcopal Church’s newly released 2025 Parochial Report—which builds on changes introduced to the data collecting process in 2024—shows continued post-pandemic stabilization in terms of attendance and finances, though overall membership continues to slowly decline. The Parochial Report is the oldest, most continuous gathering of data by The Episcopal Church. The data is published on the General Convention Office website, along with an analysis. The 2025 report reflects data gathered from 91.9% of Episcopal parishes and missions. Expanded questions for a broader picture of congregational life are now included in annual reporting, and this year’s report includes findings from an...