Podcast Episode Details

Millennials Move LESS than Gen X and Boomers (New Implications for Your Church)

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In this episode, we re-examine a major demographic shift reshaping communities and churches: the decline in mobility across the United States. Americans are moving far less than they did in previous generations, especially millennials. While older generations often relocated for work opportunities or family, today’s younger adults are more likely to stay put. Rising housing costs, tighter job markets, student loan burdens, and a growing preference for stability have all contributed to this trend. For church leaders, this change presents both challenges and opportunities.

• • On one hand, fewer new people moving into a community may mean slower demographic growth, especially in areas outside the Sun Belt.
  • But on the other hand, people who stay are often more open to long-term relationships, deeper discipleship, and lasting involvement in the life of the church.
  • The big reason for families: Two incomes are necessary. Moving means finding two new jobs.
  • Other root causes: housing, debt, family ties.
  • Implications for church outreach and growth.
  • Stability may lead to deeper community connections.
  • Focus shifts: from attractional to relational ministry.
  • Churches should invest in long-termer discipleship strategies.

Resources:

• Rooted

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• Brown Church Development Group

• Church Answers Platinum Membership

• FREE Research Report! New Surprising Insights

• The Hope Initiative

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