Enrollment in Master of Divinity programs has significantly declined, with a 14% drop between 2020 and 2024. This trend is accelerating a leadership vacuum in religious institutions, particularly impacting rural and Black communities. The decrease in clergy is attributed to the role becoming lower-paid, higher-risk, and less trusted, leading to increased burnout and church closures. AI
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RANK_REASON The cluster reports on a decline in enrollment in Master of Divinity programs, supported by data from academic institutions. [lever_c_demoted from research: ic=1 ai=0.0]
