The congregation was facing declining membership and realized that if the trend continued,they would soon be faced with problems paying the mortgage on the building.In order to attract new members,they implemented a variety of programs such as free childcare while parents were attending services,free week-long summer camps for school-aged children of members,and a variety of youth programs throughout the year.What model did this congregation adopt to increase their membership?
A) secular
B) capitalist
C) industrial
D) market

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The congregation adopted a market model by implementing programs and services to attract new members and address the declining membership trend. The free childcare, summer camps, and youth programs were designed to meet the needs and wants of potential members, much like a business would cater to the preferences of its customers in a competitive market.

The Congregation Was Facing Declining Membership and Realized That If