The Surprising Rebirth Of Belief In God S2 E30. Is The Rebirth Real? Debating the Data, Probing the Politics
Dec 30, 2025
In this thought-provoking discussion, British MP Danny Kruger shares his viral speech on England's Christian heritage and critiques recent societal shifts. Rhiannon McAleer presents findings from her report on rising church attendance among youth, while sociologist David Voas counters with insights on ongoing secularization. Peter Dray reveals Gen Z's spiritual openness, and Mark Sayers warns against politicizing revival movements. Together, they explore the complexities of faith in today's landscape, highlighting both hope and caution for future engagement.
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Gen Z's Global Spiritual Openness
- IFES research finds Gen Z are globally diverse, urban, and highly open to many spiritualities.
- This openness makes them more likely to explore Christianity alongside other traditions.
Surprising Churchgoing Uptick
- Bible Society's Quiet Revival found church attendance rising from 8% to 12% between 2018 and 2024.
- The biggest jump was among 18–24s, from 4% to 16%, suggesting a notable youth shift.
Contrasting National Surveys
- David Voas warns the British Social Attitudes (BSA) survey shows the opposite trend for churchgoing.
- He cautions that different survey methods can yield contradictory trend conclusions.