Gen Z isn’t walking away from faith—they’re walking away from something else.

In this episode of Beyond the Numbers: Voices from the Field, we sit down with Christina to unpack why young people are leaving the church, what churches misunderstand about Gen Z, and how discipleship—not programs—is the key to reaching the next generation.

If you’re a youth pastor, ministry leader, or someone wrestling with church hurt, deconstruction, or questions about faith, this conversation gets to the heart of what actually builds authentic faith.

We talk about:

• Why Gen Z is asking deeper questions than ever

• How the church is losing young adults (and how to change that)

• Discipleship vs programs—and why relationships matter more

• Mentorship ministry and building trust over time

• Practical steps for reac ...