Tools & Resources
Everything we offer for free — no signup, no paywall, no catch. Use these tools and data sources to better understand and serve your community.
Free Tools
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Community Snapshot Tool
Enter any ZIP code to get an instant snapshot of demographics, health, religious landscape, and planting potential. No signup required.
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CP Index Showcase
See how our proprietary Church Planting Index works with live examples from Tennessee. Understand what makes a community ready for a new church.
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ZIP Code Showcase
Explore a full weekly briefing example for Spring Hill, TN (37174) — see all 12 data modules in action with live data.
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Guides & Articles
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The ER Blog
Deep dives on using local data for ministry, understanding health indicators, and why weekly intelligence beats annual reports.
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Methodology Guide
Full transparency on how we collect, process, and interpret data from 12+ sources. Learn our data freshness tiers and quality standards.
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Sample Briefing
See exactly what arrives in your inbox every Monday. Review the format, the data, and the pastoral commentary.
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External Data Sources We Recommend
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ARDA — Association of Religion Data Archives
Free county-level religion census data, community profiles, and the US Religion Census. The most comprehensive free religion dataset available.
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Lifeway Research — Greatest Needs of Pastors
Ongoing research on pastoral challenges, church health trends, and ministry statistics. Free Fast Facts and newsletter available.
Visit research.lifeway.com
Pew Research — Religion & Public Life
Rigorous, nonpartisan research on religious affiliation, attendance, and beliefs. Free datasets and reports updated regularly.
Visit pewresearch.org/religion
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