Church study finds Gen Z finds hope and purpose in faith

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 22 Oct, 07:38 · Archive

A study of 30 young people aged 18 to 30 found that attending church made a significant difference to their lives.

A Theos report examined the impact of church attendance on Generation Z, studying 30 young people aged between 18 and 30. All participants reported that going to church had made a significant difference to their lives, despite coming from very different backgrounds. All mentioned previous struggles with mental health and wellbeing.

One young man described a transformative experience. He said that five months before attending church, he had been 'in the worst, darkest possible point' in his life and did not want to wake up. After attending church, he said it had given him 'a sense of direction, a sense of purpose, a sense of peace' and that he now 'always got hope'.

The study comes amid concerns about rising mental health issues among Generation Z. The report notes that this generation faces challenges including family breakdown, financial worries, studies and lack of hope in the future. Young people are also said to be suffering from a 'loneliness epidemic'.

How it is being reported

• Church gives Gen Z hope, purpose and a communityOne of my favourite scriptures are words said by Jesus just prior to his crucifixion, “My peace I leave you, my peace I give you, trouble not your hearts.” (Ref ).Norwich Evening News · 22 Oct, 07:17
• Church gives Gen Z hope, purpose and a communityOne of my favourite scriptures are words said by Jesus just prior to his crucifixion, “My peace I leave you, my peace I give you, trouble not your hearts.” (Ref ).Eastern Daily Press · 22 Oct, 07:17

In this story: Generation Z · Church of England · Theos

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