Research shows Catholics from the alleged "Z generation" are already twice as many as Anglicans in the country. The percent of people attending church services aged 18–24 rose from 4% in 2018 to 16% today.
Britain experienced the final defeat of King Henry VIII's 16th century schism. According to a fresh survey by The Quiet Revival and YouGov, the number of young Catholics exceeds the number of Anglicans from 2 to 1. – These are striking facts that refute the prevailing opinion that the Catholic Church in England and Wales is in crisis – revealed co-author of the study, Dr. Rhiannon McAleer.
– While any conventional religions face serious challenges, we have seen a crucial increase among 2 groups – Roman Catholicism and pentekostalism. Today, more than 2 million people attend Catholic Mass more than six years ago – she continued.
Generation Z, frequently called Gen Z, are individuals born in 1997-2012. This generation is known for many things, including its dependence on social media. However, this generation is besides known for its remarkable return to religion, especially conventional Catholicism, associated with the Brotherhood of St. Pius X.
According to the Bible Society report, attendance in the British Catholic Church increased by 50% over the last six years. Today, 16% of those aged 18-24 declare to attend Mass at least erstwhile a month, with the percent of young men rising from 4% in 2018 to 21% and young women from 3 to 12%. It is the second largest demographic group attending the church, compared to 19% of those over 65.
Overall, among those attending Christian services in the UK, 41% declare to be Catholic, 20% are Anglicans, and 18% are Pentecostal.
McAleer explained that she felt that many young adults went to church to find meaning in life. – Faced with intellectual wellness problems, loneliness and failure of meaning, especially among young people, the church seems to offer an answer. We found that people who attend church more frequently than those who do not attend church study greater satisfaction in life and a greater sense of connection with their community than those who do not attend church. They are little likely to study anxiety or depression, especially young women – explained.
The increase in the number of Catholics among the "Z generation" can besides be attributed to an increase in the number of Catholic influencers and celebrities on social media. respective celebrated people, including Russell Brand and Rob Schneider, late revealed their conversion to Catholicism, convincing them that they had regained their meaning of life. Similarly, the well-known undercasters Candace Owens, Eva Vlaardingerbroek and Tammy Peterson, who accepted the fullness of Christianity, joining the Catholic Church.
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