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'The great dechurching': Why so many Americans are leaving their churches
Dec 4, 2024
Michael Graham is the Program Director for the Keller Center for Cultural Apologetics and co-author of The Great Dechurching, while Jim Davis serves as a Teaching Pastor at Orlando Grace Church. They dive into the significant decline of church attendance in America, particularly among younger generations and different ethnic groups. The discussion uncovers personal stories behind this trend, highlighting logistical challenges rather than ideological disputes. They also emphasize the need for churches to adapt, fostering community and connection to address the isolating nature of modern life.
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- The significant decline in church attendance reflects everyday life changes and modern societal pressures rather than deep theological conflicts.
- Demographic variations reveal that younger Americans and different ethnic groups experience de-churching at different rates, influencing future religious engagement strategies.
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The Rise of De-Churching
Over the past 25 years, around 40 million Americans have ceased attending religious services, primarily within Christianity. This trend reveals a significant societal shift, with individuals citing a range of reasons for their departure. The most compelling insights suggest that many left not due to overt spiritual crises or political disagreements, but rather because of mundane, everyday realities such as relocation, family changes, and inconvenient schedules. This indicates that the decline in church attendance is more often a reflection of the fast-paced modern lifestyle rather than deep-seated theological conflicts.
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