How Churches can ACTUALLY Reach Gen-Z

Are You Ready to Take Your Church to the Next Level? ⛪️ Schedule a Discovery Call With Our Team Today! ⬇️ https://go.churchcandy.com/new-guestsIn this episode of the ChurchCandy podcast, Brady sits down with Jacob Salguero — founder of Tomorrow Creative and a leading voice helping churches reach the next generation. Jacob unpacks why Gen Z is engaging with faith in surprising ways, the rise of Christian creators on social media, and how authenticity (not production) is the key to connecting with this generation.Together, Brady and Jacob dive into the differences between millennial and Gen Z church culture, why rebellion looks like following Jesus, and how churches can use creativity and digital strategy to disciple effectively. They also tackle cringey church trends, the role of social media in evangelism, and the future of church services for young people.This conversation is packed with insights and practical strategies for pastors and church leaders who want to connect with Gen Z without being cringe.📖 CHAPTERS00:00 Welcome & Jacob’s Background03:45 Why Gen Z Finds Christianity “Edgy”06:12 The Shift from Millennials to Gen Z in Church08:45 Authenticity vs. Relevance in Ministry12:10 Hard Conversations Gen Z Wants to Have16:20 Why Creators Are the New Shepherds9:05 Breaking Sermons Into Social Media Content21:45 Podcasts, Panels, and the Future of Church23:50 Creativity in Preaching & Visual Engagement26:30 Why the Church Lost Its Creative Edge30:15 Lessons from the Sistine Chapel & Creativity as Discipleship33:00 Cringey Church Trends That Need to End36:55 Copycat Culture: Why Churches Shouldn’t Just Imitate Megachurches41:20 Building a Creative Team for Your Church44:15 Brand Books vs. Aesthetic Guides Explained47:30 Church Hot Takes55:40 Tomorrow Creative: Resources for Churches57:00 Final Thoughts & Outro👋 Connect with Jacob Salguero Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacobsalguero Tomorrow Creative: https://www.instagram.com/t_____________________mrw/📍 Learn More About ChurchCandy: Website: https://churchcandy.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/churchcandymarketing📘 Get Brady’s book for church planters, Launch Big: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DH1XB7F7/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_XWCVF6K6TNSFRF8HB82D?linkCode=ml1&tag=bradysticker-20💬 Let us know your thoughts in the comments and share this with fellow pastors and church leaders who want to reach Gen Z effectively!#GenZ #ChurchGrowth #Leadership #ChurchCandy #PastorLeadership #ChurchMarketing #ChurchTrends