
Growing Together
Cultivating the Next Generation Series - Present But Not Formed (Episode 1)
Stats show Gen Z is attending, active, and engaged in church, yet participation does not automatically lead to theological depth, spiritual confidence, or obedience. If we are to meet the future demand for pastors and planters, we need to consider a practical response that develops Christian workers. Related Links: https://research.lifeway.com/2026/09/01/pastors-report-growing-attendance-but-fewer-unchurched-newcomers/?utm_campaign=fy26_research_general_2026-press-releases&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=lifeway-newsroom&utm_content=awareness_pastors-views-reaching-non-christians-young-adults https://mbcpathway.com/2026/09/03/pastors-report-growing-attendance-but-fewer-unchurched-newcomers-according-to-lifeway-research/ https://www.amazon.com/s?k=jonathan+haidt+anxious+generation&adgrpid=187113493580&hvadid=779548804542&hvdev=c&hvexpln=0&hvlocphy=9018819&hvnetw=g&hvocijid=5320144086902274828--&hvqmt=e&hvrand=5320144086902274828&hvtargid=kwd-2271484891161&hydadcr=8954_13872990_21630&mcid=be60f76565933532acd2474548564ed0&tag=googhydr-20&ref=pd_sl_3982yeizb_e https://www.americansurveycenter.org/research/faith-after-the-pandemic-how-covid-19-changed-american-religion/ The Cultivating the Next Generation Episodes are based on research and material written by me, Chris Vogel, with AI assistance in organizing and developing an initial draft. All conclusions, applications, and final editorial decisions are my own.

