Gen Z's Spiritual Contradiction

Recent statistics reveal a paradox within Generation Z's relationship with spirituality, as they experience both revival and retreat simultaneously. While spiritual openness remains high among Gen Z—over two-thirds identify as spiritually curious—church attendance has plummeted, declining from 22% to 16% attending weekly since 2020. Additionally, the proportion of Gen Z individuals who never attend church has surged from 28% to 37% in the same timeframe, suggesting a troubling trend towards disengagement. This disconnect implies that, while many Gen Z members express spiritual curiosity, they may not find traditional church settings conducive to their evolving beliefs.