From South Carolina-
Episcopalians
The Episcopal Diocese of South Carolina, with 72 active churches in the lower part of the state, has been growing steadily since 1990, according to Nancy Armstrong, assistant treasurer.
Church operating income did not grow in 2008, likely because of a terrible fourth quarter, she said.
The diocese is projecting an 11 percent decline in operating income for 2009, from about $34.4 million the year before to $30.95 million, Armstrong said, calling the change a reflection of the general economy. "We have not seen a discernible drop in Sunday attendance," she added.
In the last two years, one Episcopal church closed, but plans to start two others are well under way, she said.
"We're still in much better shape than most Episcopal dioceses," she said. "It's not great, but we have a lot to be thankful for."
More here-
http://www.postandcourier.com/news/2009/oct/01/churches-doing-fine/
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