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Geographic Analysis of Two Suburban Mega Church Congregations in Atlanta: A Distance and Demographic Study

Ingram, Ulrike Krampe
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This thesis examines the spatial distribution of church members of two suburban mega churches in Atlanta. The research question concerns why people are choosing to drive thirty minutes or more to attend a mega church. A cost-benefit analysis weighs the costs of going to a distant church against the benefits of attending those churches. Examination focuses on the worship style, as well as the sense of community imparted by the two churches. The author also examines demographic factors such as gender, age, marital status, and socio-economic factors such as race, education, and occupation. The findings of the analysis demonstrate that the two mega churches are successful in providing the sense of community that suburban residents seek by offering an active small group environment.

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2005-08-08
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First Baptist Church of Woodstock, Mega Churches, Atlanta, North Point Community Church
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Ingram, Ulrike Krampe. 2005. "Geographic Analysis of Two Suburban Mega Church Congregations in Atlanta: A Distance and Demographic Study." Georgia State University. https://doi.org/10.57709/1059154
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2011-09-13
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