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EPISODE · May 29, 2026 · 38 MIN

Why Aren't Young People Engaging the Church?

from The Ministry Edge Podcast

You've probably talked about the younger generation leaving the church. But have you actually talked to them?In this episode, Chad sits down with Ava and Ethan, two members of the Keenly team who are actively engaged in ministry and the local church, to have the conversation most church leaders are having about younger generations, but rarely with them. Their perspective is unique because they aren't disconnected from the church. They're in it, and they have something to say.In this episode, you'll hear:The perceptions younger people actually have about church and why leadership is responsible for changing themWhat makes a church feel genuinely trustworthy and authentic to a younger generationWhy young adults crave connection and community in church, and why solid Bible teaching matters more than big productionThis generation isn't as disengaged as you think. But they are paying closer attention than you realize.If this conversation connects with you, we'd love to hear from you. Visit keenly.org to connect with the Keenly team.

You've probably talked about the younger generation leaving the church. But have you actually talked to them? In this episode, Chad sits down with Ava and Ethan, two members of the Keenly team who are actively engaged in ministry and the local church, to have the conversation most church leaders are having about younger generations, but rarely with them. Their perspective is unique because they aren't disconnected from the church. They're in it, and they have something to say. In this epi...

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