The Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast CNLP 742 | 2025 Church Trends UPDATE: The Gen Z Revival is Real (New Data) + The Mental Health Crisis is Shifting To A Whole New Front
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Jul 17, 2025 Exciting trends show Gen Z church attendance has skyrocketed from 4% to 16%, with young men hitting 21%. This revival reflects a broader cultural shift, as churches adapt to the spiritual hunger of today’s youth. Meanwhile, the rise of AI therapy poses risks in addressing the mental health crisis, making community support more essential than ever. The conversation emphasizes the church's vital role in fostering genuine connections while navigating these dynamics.
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Gen Z Church Revival Is Real
- Gen Z church attendance has quadrupled in six years, with young men leading attendance at 21% in the UK.
- This data suggests a real revival trend among Gen Z, contrary to previous beliefs of retreat.
Younger Generations Renew Faith
- UK church attendance grew 56% from 2018 to 2024, with a surge driven by younger people, especially young men.
- Bible reading doubled in the UK and Bible sales rose in the US, largely driven by Gen Z engagement.
Engage and Mentor Young Adults
- Pray actively and seek God’s guidance to participate in the Gen Z revival.
- Mentor young adults personally and avoid underfunding young adult ministry efforts.