The oldest members of Gen Z are just entering college and the work force. The Wall Street Journal recently published an article about “the first generation that’s never known a world without smartphones and social media.” Who is Gen Z and what are the generation’s implications for the church?
What the church needs to know about Gen Z:
- Instagram is generally the social media network of choice for Gen Z.
- Gen Z gets its news from social media, not from traditional media.
- The next generation of people are on social networks. If churches want to reach them well, they must be on social networks as well.
- Even with an increased digital presence, younger generations still need in-person community.
Five Gen Z Traits that will impact the Church:
- Gen Z does not distinguish between digital and IRL (in real life).
- Facebook is out; Instagram is in.
- Gen Z gets its news from social media.
- Gen Z’s appetite for reading is surprising.
- This generation worries about tech addiction.
Source: Lifeway Resources
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