Barna Group announces two new digital reports, available now for download: State of the Church & Family and The Family & Technology Report. In a letter to Barna Update subscribers, David Kinnaman, president of the Barna Group, announced the release of two major new studies on families: the influence of technology on families and what parents expect from today's churches. Kinnaman continued:

For the last 16 months, Barna Group has been working on these studies in partnership with Reggie Joiner and Orange (a part of the reThink Group). Orange has generously funded these projects to help churches minister more effectively to families. Together, we determined that it was worth bringing these studies to your attention.

In addition to the free summaries of the research, full–length reports are available for purchase. These digital, downloadable reports include detailed data, the Barna research analysis, and additional commentary provided by Orange.

The environment for families is changing rapidly. The Christian community requires clarity and insight to understand the times and respond effectively. We believe the information in these reports is helpful and actionable for those who care about families, young people, the health of the Church, and advancing the kingdom of God.

Thank you for your interest. It is our privilege to serve you with knowledge and insight.

David Kinnaman
President, Barna Group

Both of the digital reports may be purchased in the Barna Store.