Researcher: LDS retention decline reflects structural, not just cultural problems
September 9, 2026 at 8:02 AM MT · via Billings Gazette · Summarized by Mormon News from original reporting

A Billings Gazette analysis examines retention challenges facing The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, arguing the membership decline represents deeper institutional issues beyond individual faith crises. The piece builds on ongoing discussion about why members leave and what the data reveals about organizational patterns.
The article appears to draw on recent research presentations about LDS retention trends, offering commentary on the structural dimensions of the Church's growth challenges.
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