On the Rise of the "Nones"

"The latest Bulletin from the Institute for Theological Encounter with Science and Technology (ITEST) contains some eye-opening insights on who the Nones are and what compels them to leave the Church. The lead article, written by Ralph Olliges, PhD, compiles relevant facts from the Pew Research Center, Timothy Beal's Wall Street Journal article, 'Can Religion Still Speak to Younger Americans?' and Christel Mannings' book 'Losing Our Religion: How Unaffiliated Parents are Raising Their Children.'"

A recent presentation by the Magis Center reported on some of the reasons why nones (tone-fifth of Americans define their religious affiliation as "none" or "nothing in particular" ) leave the Church.

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Magis Center: New Insights on the Rise of the 'Nones' (9 JUN 20)