Faith
Young Britons Show Gratitude to God
Faith Facts
- A recent survey found 18 to 34 year olds in Britain are more likely to express gratitude to God and experience moments of awe regarding creation.
- Among young adults, 42% said they are thankful to God, which is higher than the national average.
- Over half of all respondents said they believe there is a guiding purpose in life, with many young people seeking hope and meaning through faith.
These findings reveal an encouraging spiritual hunger among younger generations, who are demonstrating an openness to the Christian faith and deep thankfulness for God’s blessings.
Many churches report a new wave of engagement from young people, as they seek meaning, hope, and connection through the teachings of Jesus.
“We are hearing from churches across the region and more widely that there are signs of a new openness to faith including — or even especially — from the younger generation.”
“In my own diocese we are seeing young people arrive at churches with a desire to join in and find out more. They are hungry for faith, for meaning, for hope and to belong to a community that practises the radical, life-giving teaching of Jesus.”
Christian communities are encouraged by these signs of renewed interest in faith, praying for revival and continued transformation in the hearts of the next generation.