This week in American Black Journal:
a A growing trend is noticeable among Black Millennials and Gen Z. Many young African Americans are increasingly moving away from traditional organized religion and towards a more personal approach to faith. This change is 2021 Pew Research SurveyThe study surveyed more than 8,600 black adults nationwide and found that younger black adults are not only less religious than older adults, but also less likely to attend black-majority churches. It has been found.
Despite maintaining high levels of religiosity compared to other racial/ethnic groups of their age group, young black Americans show an increasing trend toward individualized spirituality. Masu. Survey data reveals a significant decrease in reliance on prayer, a decline in attendance at religious services, and a deemphasis on the importance of religion in life. 33% of Black Millennials and 28% of their Gen Z peers are religiously unaffiliated, in sharp contrast to 5% of the Silent Generation.
American Black Journal’sblack church in detroit” Series guest host Bridge Detroit’s Orlando Bailey A thought-provoking discussion with three Detroit pastors — Pastor Kenita Harris detroit bible tabernacleMinister Mikia Keener triumphant churchand Reverend Sonny Smith detroit church About the evolving faith practices of African American youth and the importance of everyone practicing their faith.
They also recognize the desire of younger generations for leadership roles in the Black church, a commitment to racial and social justice, and especially in the wake of events like Black Church, which urges churches to proactively address social injustice. We will also explore their call to action. George Floyd’s death and Other unarmed black people In the hands of the police.
