Faith
D.C. Church Grows as Young Seek Truth
Faith Facts
- King’s Church in Washington, D.C., has witnessed a 2,000% increase in attendance since 2018, mainly due to Gen Z and millennials returning to faith.
- The assassination of Charlie Kirk led to a notable influx of young men seeking answers and spiritual grounding.
- King’s Church encourages community through worship, small groups, and social activities, fostering deeper faith connections.
The King’s Church near Capitol Hill has experienced God’s blessing with explosive growth since the pandemic era, underscoring a hunger for truth and belonging among young adults.
Leaders attribute this revival to God’s grace and resilience during challenging times, as well as a renewed interest in Christian values by newer generations.
“We just had a lot of grit, a lot of God’s grace the first couple of years to endure the storm,” said Pastor Ben Palka.
After the shocking loss of Charlie Kirk, many young people turned to the church, searching for hope and biblical answers in turbulent times.
Pastoral testimony highlights individuals shaken by cultural events finding transformation and faith through the Gospel and baptism.
“They’ve been fed the idea that you have to make your own identity, your own meaning, to become your own source of significance, and that’s a burden that no one can carry,” shared Pastor Daniel Davis.
The search for authentic community and truth is leading many young people to the church, where genuine relationships and scriptural teaching offer a grounding they struggle to find elsewhere.
Gatherings in small groups and engaging activities help young believers foster friendships and deepen their relationship with Christ.
“I think there’s really a desire to recover human relationships and friendships,” Davis reflected. “And that’s not the same as the Gospel, but that leads to the Gospel.”
The faith-driven revival at King’s Church is a testament to the enduring need for Christ-centered fellowship and the hope found in God’s Word. Stay connected with FFR for more stories on how God is transforming lives and communities across America.