Why Gen Z Is Being Called “The Open Generation” — and How Churches & Ministries Can Reach Them (with Jasper Rutherford)

Everyone says Gen Z is walking away from church. But growing research tells a very different story. Today’s teenagers are spiritually curious, surprisingly open, and eager for authentic relationships. The question is: are we ready to reach them?

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Jasper Rutherford

Jasper Rutherford is the European Director for Christ in Youth (CIY) and a passionate evangelist with more than 20 years of experience in youth ministry across local churches and para-church organisations. Known for expecting God to move in unexpected places, he is a catalyst for collaboration and unity within the Church and helped launch CIY Europe in 2016. Jasper holds a PhD in Physiology from the University of Birmingham, along with degrees from the University of Liverpool and York St John University. He and his wife, Lynne, have three children and he remains a devoted supporter of Liverpool Football Club.