Some time ago 730 of our 1000 churches were on circuits. Not much different today. 3-Circuit members less likely to look to pastor for administration and guidance. 4-Circuit Church most always smaller in membership. Church nearly always has fewer services of worship.
Church usually lacks a staff.
7-Usually has less of a program. Church not allowed a delegate to annual conf. This leads to lack of identity 10-Must share its program with other churches on the circuit to be effective. Reports are printed by charges. More lack of identity.