Lovett Weems examines the findings of a new report on engaging young
adults and shares clues about the types of churches those ages 18–34
are most likely to attend. Perhaps the most important finding of the
research is that the characteristics of churches with thriving young
adult engagement are virtually the same factors that contribute to
overall vitality and growth in a congregation.
What are the characteristics of congregations that attract young adults? A new report, Engaging Young Adults, by Kristina Lizardy-Hajbi, draws on the American Congregations 2015 survey by Faith Communities Today. This research provides important clues about the types of churches young adults (18 to 34 years of age) are likely to attend today.
Who Are the Young Adult Attendees?
Young adults are present (at least one) in most congregations, though usually not in great numbers. One of the surprising findings of the research is that, overall, 70 percent of young adult participants are related by family to someone else in the congregation. While this is probably not the case for larger and growing young adult ministries, it is a good reminder that churches might begin their young adult efforts by looking close to home.Read more at this link.
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