What is it?

Young people aren’t rejecting faith—they’re wary of institutions that don’t listen. Research shows the church must shift from speaking at to engaging with Gen Z and Alpha. The way forward? Listen first. Build trust through curiosity, not answers. Create space for questions, not just sermons. The future of faith depends on earning the right to be heard—not demanding it.

This workshop explores how the church can adapt by:

• Understanding the roots of distrust—what the data says and why it matters.
• Moving beyond transactional ministry—shifting from authority figures to trusted guides.
• Creating cultures of listening—where young people feel heard, not just instructed.

The future of the church depends not on having all the answers, but on earning the right to be heard—one conversation at a time.

Check out the Leaven article about this workshop.