Evangelicals have long commanded attention in American politics, but less is known about teen and young adult evangelicals. What does “evangelical” mean to young people, ages 13–25, who identify as such? Our research on Gen Z and Gen Alpha reveals just how complex young people’s feelings are about evangelical identities.
In Springtide’s site visits for our What’s Working project, leaders shared their wisdom and insights from years of experience in youth ministry. Five themes—fun, purpose, inclusivity, integrity, and adaptability—shaped our inquiries during these visits. While these are universal concepts, each manifested differently in both theory and practice, providing a rich
How many young people identify as LGBTQ+? Among the 6,669 young people (ages 13-25) surveyed in Springtide’s 2024 Study of Young People and Civic Life, 22% identify as LGBTQ+. Among young people in the U.S., 10% identify as bisexual, 4% identify as gay or lesbian, and 8% identify with another
In Springtide’s site visits for the What’s Working project, leaders shared their wisdom and insights from years of experience in youth ministry. Five themes shaped our inquiries during these visits: adaptability, integrity, inclusivity, fun, and purpose. While these are universal concepts, each manifested differently in theory and practice, providing a
Each year Springtide surveys thousands of young people between the ages of 13 and 25. Like previous years, our latest data show that young people continue to participate in religious and spiritual communities and practices. COMMUNITY Sixty-five percent of young people surveyed say they are not currently part of an
Springtide Research Institute was recently featured by Psychology Today in an article written by our Head of Content, Dr. Angela Patterson. You can see an excerpt of this article in part below, but we encourage you to visit their site to read the piece in its entirety. The wave of uncertainty
Springtide Research Institute just completed the second phase of the What’s Working project, a multi-year campaign, sponsored in part by Lilly Endowment, Inc., to learn best practices in youth ministry for connecting and supporting young people. In this blog, lead researcher Dr. Hannah Evans talks about the research process, the
Each year Springtide surveys thousands of young people between the ages of 13 and 25. Like previous years, our latest data show that young people continue to claim religious and spiritual identities and beliefs. IDENTITY A large majority of young people identify as at least slightly religious (71%) or spiritual
This weekend, Americans will celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day to commemorate the life and legacy of the famed civil rights leader. Across the country people will engage in acts of service inspired by the leader known for justice and social impact. In that spirit, we asked members of our
Springtide Research Institute was recently featured by Psychology Today in an article written by our Head Writer & Editor Dr. Angela Patterson. You can see an excerpt of this article in part below, but we encourage you to visit their site to read the piece in its entirety. With Inauguration Day