Weird Religion
120 THE DECHURCHING (the stunning story of why people have left church)
Dec 6, 2023
Guest Ryan, author of The Great Dechurching, discusses the stunning number of people leaving their faith communities, especially in America. The podcast explores the reasons behind this trend, challenges common beliefs, and suggests solutions to retain members.
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- Approximately 40 million Americans have left their faith communities over the past few decades, surpassing the number of converts from significant historical religious movements.
- Contrary to assumptions, a significant portion of those who left their faith communities did so casually, due to lifestyle changes or a desire for leisure activities, rather than conflicts or cultural issues.
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The significant number of Americans leaving faith communities
Based on new research conducted by Ryan Burge and his co-authors, it has been found that over the past couple of decades, the number of Americans leaving their faith communities has exceeded the combined converts of historically significant religious movements such as the first and second great awakenings, as well as the Billy Graham Crusades. This figure amounts to approximately 40 million Americans, predominantly in the realm of Christianity. The research highlights the scale and impact of this phenomenon.
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