President Donald Trump is calling America back to faith, and he’s not mincing words about it.
“Religion is coming back to America,” he declared — and he means it.
The Hartford Institute for Religion Research released new findings showing church attendance had increased for the first time in the 25-year history of its Faith Communities Today project. The report found median attendance climbed from 45 in 2021 to 70 in 2025, surpassing even pre-pandemic levels (65). 2026 preliminary surveys are looking even better.
The encouraging trends in the Hartford study extended beyond attendance, with churches also reporting increases in new congregants, volunteer involvement, and overall congregational strength.
Churches are joyfully reopening their doors as vibrant centers of spiritual authority. Prayer is flourishing, and people are eagerly seeking something steady and true once more.
Americans embraced the purchase of 19 million Bibles last year, reaching a remarkable 21-year high and reflecting a 12 percent increase from 2024, according to Circana BookScan. This impressive total also represents double the pre-pandemic numbers in 2019, showcasing a renewed interest in faith and spirituality.
This isn’t just talk. Trump is demonstrating his commitment with meaningful actions — championing religious liberty, uplifting faith-based organizations, and inviting God’s presence into public life.
After years of faith being sidelined, we now have a leader who boldly expresses what many of us cherish: that our nation’s strength is deeply anchored in our relationship with the Almighty.
Faith isn’t just a private matter; it’s a vibrant part of our identity as a community. When churches flourish, entire neighborhoods blossom.
The Chosen series featured in theaters, television and DVDs was already a global sensation before these more recent surveys emerged. In hindsight perhaps these were a leading indicator of America’s growing spiritual curiosity – or even part of what helped fuel it.
Viewed by more than 300 million people across roughly 175 countries and setting a Guinness World Record as the most translated television series in history, its success is unprecedented for a Bible-based drama in the modern entertainment era.
As prayer becomes a natural part of our lives once more, hope shines brightly. This embodies true leadership — courageously advocating for what truly matters.
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