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The Nones Are Rising No More: 5 Things Church Leaders Need to Know


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From 2008 to 2014, the Nones (those who have no religious affiliation) were the fastest-growing demographic segment in the nation. They are no longer growing. In fact, they are declining slightly. Here are five major implications for churches.

    1. The extraordinary fast growth of the Nones (from 2008 to 2014, the Nones portion of the population went from 21% to 34%) caught church leaders off guard.
    2. But there has been no discernible change in the number of Nones in the past five years. They were between 35% and 36%. 
    3. But six months ago, the number dropped to 34%.
    4. This issue is not a COVID issue. The trend began in 2019.
    5. More than ever, churches need a prayerful evangelism strategy.
    6. Source: Ryan Burge, “Religion in 2024: The Plateau Is Real.” Graphs about Religion. Burge uses the data from The Cooperative Election Study, 2008 to 2024.

      Resources:
      • Chaney & Associates
        • The Church Advisory Podcast
          • Upward Sports
            • “Religion in 2024: The Plateau Is Real” by Ryan Burge
              • The Hope Initiative
                • Invite Your One
                  • Good News Neighbors Toolkit
                    • Church Answers Membership
                      • FREE Research Report: New Surprising Insights
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                              • Upward Sports is the world’s largest Christian youth sports organization, partnering with local churches to use sports as a powerful outreach tool to engage the community.
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                              • Partnering with Upward Sports helps your church reach the community, attract young families, and share the Gospel in a meaningful way.
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