October 08, 2025

What Happens When the Church Overlooks the Millennials

23 minutes

Thom and Jess open a conversation from their revised book, “The Millennials: How We Missed the Largest Living Generation — and Why It’s Not Late.” This episode unpacks what happens when churches neglect reaching the Millennials.

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Wesley Biblical Seminary

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“The Millennials: How We Missed the Largest Living Generation — and Why It’s Not Late” by Thom S. Rainer and Jess W. Rainer – coming soon!

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