Faith
Quiet Revival: Researcher Defends Faith Data
Faith Facts
- Bible Society’s Dr. Rob Barward-Symmons rejects accusations that Quiet Revival research misrepresents Church of England attendance data.
- The Quiet Revival report is based on two extensive surveys by YouGov, including over 19,000 people in 2018 and more than 13,000 in 2024, adhering to rigorous international standards.
- The findings reveal only minimal differences from Church of England’s own figures, with both data sets highlighting an aging demographic and the challenge of declining generational engagement.
Faith-based research, handled with care and integrity, is essential for understanding the future of the Church in our nation. Reports like The Quiet Revival encourage believers to face challenges head-on while recognizing moments of hope.
“Variation shouldn’t come as a surprise, as the datasets use vastly different methods and means of measurement, each with merits and drawbacks.”
Let us be steadfast, seeking truth in all matters, so the Church can respond wisely and according to God’s calling for this generation and the next.