The Pro Church Tools Show with Brady Shearer Standout Church Trends of the 2020s
Mar 19, 2025
Join Ryan Burge, a scholar specializing in religion and politics, as he dives into the evolving landscape of Christianity. They discuss the growing trend of unique church names that blend old and new aesthetics, and highlight the Assemblies of God's remarkable growth amidst declining traditional denominations. Burge also explores changing gender dynamics in spirituality, the quest for authenticity in a postmodern world, and the cultural impact of cannabis legalization on religious identities. A thought-provoking conversation on the future of faith!
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Modern Church Names
- Many new church plants choose names that are vaguely spiritual but also catchy, often using words like "Life" or "City."
- Longer names, sometimes four or five words, resemble branch campuses more than independent churches.
Timeless Church Names
- Consider returning to traditional church names like "St. James" or "Church for Sinners and Saints."
- Timeless names avoid faddish trends and remain relevant for future generations.
AOG Growth
- The Assemblies of God (AOG) is one of the few denominations experiencing growth, defying the decline seen in others.
- This success is partly attributed to their charismatic worship style and increasing racial diversity.