Youth and Spirituality: Trends in Millennial and Gen Z Religious Engagement

Authors

  • Riley Campbell
  • Noah Taylor
  • Jesse Lopez

Keywords:

youth, spirituality, Millennials, Gen Z, trends

Abstract

This study explores the evolving patterns of religious engagement among Millennials and Generation Z, focusing on their spiritual practices and beliefs. By analyzing survey data and interviews from diverse geographic regions including North America, Europe, and Asia, the paper identifies trends in how younger generations approach spirituality and organized religion. The research highlights the increasing preference for personalized spiritual experiences and the role of digital technology in shaping these trends. It offers insights into the future of religious engagement in a rapidly changing world.

Author Biographies

Riley Campbell

PhD in Sociology
University of British Columbia
2329 West Mall, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z4, Canada

Noah Taylor

PhD in Religious Studies
University of Cambridge
Cambridge CB2 1TN, United Kingdom

Jesse Lopez

PhD in Cultural Studies
Kyoto University
Yoshida-honmachi, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto 606-8501, Japan

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Published

2024-11-29

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