Report Equips Parents, Leaders with Research to Engage Gen Z and Gen Alpha
The new school year is underway, and with it comes renewed questions: Who exactly are today’s young adults, and how do we reach them? Google “GenZ” and 1.3 billion hits emerge, but there is little clarity on what the next generation really thinks, feels and believes.
To cut through the noise, Summit Ministries, recognized globally as a leader in apologetics and cultural engagement, has released a brand-new, 40-page State of the Rising Generation Report. This free resource, designed for parents, teachers, pastors and anyone who needs credible data and actionable insights, connects the dots so leaders can spend less time sifting through data and more time connecting with the generation longing for relationships.
Written by Gen Z researchers Quinn Cunningham and Abigail Stonestreet under the mentorship of Summit Ministries president, Dr. Jeff Myers, this report distills thousands of pages of research, expert interviews and student focus groups into a clear, easy-to-read format. It doesn’t just describe what is happening; it equips leaders with conversation starters, discussion questions and strategies for guiding the rising generation toward truth and hope.
“This report was designed as a tool,” says Dr. Myers. “We have seen firsthand the heartbreak families are facing, and our goal is to equip parents and leaders with truth and context so they can spend more time connecting with the ones they love—helping young adults feel known, valued and motivated to fulfill their God-given potential.”
The report’s key findings include:
• The Identity Crisis: 58% of young adults say they have no clear direction in life.
• Mental Health Struggles: 72% of young women and 67% of young men say anxiety and depression are part of who they are.
• Smartphone vs. AI Generation: If Gen Z is the “smartphone generation,” Gen Alpha is the first “AI generation,” with profound implications for learning and relationships.
• Faith Deconstruction: While church attendance is declining, 90% of young adults express some form of spiritual belief, signaling fresh opportunities for engagement.
• Relationships in Crisis: From pornography to loneliness, isolation to family breakdown, technology and culture are reshaping how young adults view marriage, friendship and community.
The State of the Rising Generation Report is available for free download now. Readers will understand today’s young adults like never before and gain a roadmap for helping them embrace God’s truth in a culture of confusion. Download the free report at www.summit.org/risinggenreport.
About Summit Ministries:
For over 60 years, Summit Ministries has empowered students, parents, educators, and church leaders to engage the world with God’s truth through transformative resources, relevant instruction, and life-changing experiences. To learn more about Summit’s mission and programs, visit Summit Ministries.
(SOURCE: Summit Ministries via Christian Newswire)
