Why Are So Many Millennials Leaving the Evangelical Church?
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Church attendance among millennials has been steadily declining—and many pastors, parents, and peers are wondering why. Is it just a phase of young adulthood? Or is there something deeper going on inside today’s evangelical churches?
Some cite political entanglement. Others point to performance-driven worship, shallow discipleship, or a lack of meaningful relationships across age groups. Still others say they’re leaving not because they’ve lost faith—but because they can’t find Jesus in the institutional church anymore.
This article from Crosswalk explores a key dynamic: ageism. When younger adults don’t feel heard, seen, or mentored, they often drift—or walk away entirely. Older generations have a vital role to play, not just in leading, but in listening, equipping, and valuing younger believers as co-laborers in Christ.
So we want to ask:
Have we created a culture that welcomes the questions and contributions of younger believers?
Is the problem doctrinal, relational, or structural?
And what would it take to build a church that truly bridges the generational divide?
“The older must not look down on the younger. The younger must not disregard the wisdom of the older.”
Explore this thought-provoking piece on ageism in the Church:
From Generation to Generation | Crosswalk.com
Watch this powerful short film from GodTube that adds a new layer to the discussion:
Crosswalk.com: Why are so many millennials leaving the evangelical church? from Stephen Sanders on GodTube.