September Release - Pt. 3

The Personal Reasons Young Adults Go to Church

The Personal Reasons Young Adults Go to Church

At a glance

Reconnect to Faith

More than two in five young adults (43%) say the top personal reason they attend church is to reconnect with their faith.

Gender Differences

Young men report fewer personal reasons for attending church than young women across nearly every item measured.

Looking for Support

New followers of Jesus are more than three times as likely as non-followers to say they come to church for support with life's challenges (38% compared to 11%).

What really motivates young adults to attend church today? The latest release explores the personal motivations driving young adults to attend church, focusing on factors like reconnecting with faith, self-discovery, and mental health. It reveals that while reconnecting with faith is the top reason overall at 43%, motivations vary notably across gender, race, and tenure in the faith. Ultimately, the findings highlight a generation seeking inward well-being and connection, offering insights for church leaders looking to engage them.

Read Part 1 - What Young Adults Are Looking for Spiritually at Church

Read Part 2 - The Social Reasons Why Young Adults Go to Church

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