In Hope for the Church , the author takes a challenging look at church attendance figures and sets out to interpret their message for today’s Church. Bob Jackson highlights areas where the Church is growing, analyses causes of decline and outlines strategic responses to the problem of declining numbers. The text is, in essence, a plea to the church not to lose heart, but to be pro-active in the face of rapid social change. It features an analysis of church attendance figures and practical growth strategies for all levels of leadership.