Ryan Burge

Ryan Burge, an Associate Professor of Political Science at Eastern Illinois University, explores the resurgence of Christianity among Gen Z. He discusses how young people are searching for community and deeper connections with faith, often rediscovering traditional forms of religion. Their spiritual awakening is shaped by personal experiences and societal influences. The conversation also touches on the shifting religious landscape, including the increasing engagement of young adults and the appeal of authenticity in faith.

Ryan Burge, a sociologist and former pastor, dives into the alarming decline of commitment in American life and its impact on both church and democracy. He discusses how younger generations are increasingly secular and why political polarization is making congregations less diverse. The conversation also explores the necessity for pastors to cultivate political plurality and rebuild community ties. Plus, the hosts touch on how smaller homes can lead to greater happiness and the quirky mystery of missing monkeys in St. Louis!

Sociologist, political scientist, and pastor Ryan Burge discusses how churches prioritizing ideological purity over outreach harm their growth. Topics include the Southern Baptists' stance on women pastors, evangelical leaders seeking approval from liberal elites, death cafes in LA, and the Swiss creating brain cell-based tiny computers.

Ryan Burge, a professor and pastor, dives into the pivotal shifts in religious beliefs among Gen Z, presenting data that challenges the notion of a revival. He discusses the IRS ruling on churches endorsing candidates, sparking debates on free speech versus partisanship. The controversial use of biblical themes in a DHS recruitment video raises ethical questions about faith in politics. Burge also critiques the blending of scripture with governmental agendas, emphasizing the need for authenticity in today's religious landscape.

Ryan Burge, political scientist and statistician who studies religion and politics, discusses shifting religious trends. He talks about whether a real revival is happening, rising manosphere influence on young men, and how political polarization reshapes church composition. He also examines demographic aging, retention vs conversion, and small-group growth patterns.

In Part 3 of the Church Trends Series, Political Scientist and Author Ryan Burge talks about the rise of the nones—people professing no religion. Ryan discusses the threat to democracy that the decline of religion is causing in America and why the Nones are very reachable for most churches. Show Notes Free 2024 Church Trends Team Guide On The Rise Newsletter Preaching Cheat Sheet Watch on YouTube Follow @careynieuwhof Follow @theartofleadershipnetwork This episode is sponsored by: WESTFALL GOLD What if generosity was part of the DNA of your church? I partnered with Westfall Gold and leaders like Craig Groeschel and Chris Hodges to create Advance, a master class video series to help pastors and church leaders grow the courage and skill to unleash generosity. AICoPilot.church Ready to dive into AI, but not sure how to get started? My team partnered with church.tech to bring you FREE AI-powered tools for content creation, decision-making, and marketing. Visit AICoPilot.church. Brought to you by The Art of Leadership Network

Today I'm re-joined by author Ryan Burge to discuss his new book "20 Myths About Religion and Politics in America." Ryan talks about how 'Born again' has become its own brand, ethos & style of thinking and how Evangelicalism is still the dominant form of Christianity in America. We also talk about cynicism, institutional trust, the role plausibility structures have played in American Evangelicalism, and more.Ep 109 with Ryan: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/you-have-permission/id1448000113?i=1000513058453Ryan's Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/ryanburgeRyan’s Author Page: http://ryanburge.net/20 Myths Book: https://www.amazon.com/Myths-about-Religion-Politics-America/dp/1506482015/ref=sr_1_2?crid=3QBD12BES2J4&keywords=the+nones+ryan+burge&qid=1655855785&s=books&sprefix=the+nones+ryan+burg%2Cstripbooks%2C82&sr=1-2 The Nones Book: https://www.amazon.com/Nones-Where-They-Came-Going/dp/1506465854/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3QBD12BES2J4&keywords=the+nones+ryan+burge&qid=1655855756&s=books&sprefix=the+nones+ryan+burg%2Cstripbooks%2C82&sr=1-1Follow Dan on IG: www.instagram.com/dancoke/Or Twitter: twitter.com/DanKochFaith deconstruction resources: www.soyouredeconstructing.com/Edited by Josh Gilbert (joshgilbertmedia@gmail.com -- he is accepting more work!)Join the Patreon for exclusive episodes (and more) every month: patreon.com/dankochEmail about the "sliding scale" for the Patreon: youhavepermissionpodcast@gmail.comYHP Patron-only FB group: tinyurl.com/ycvbbf98Website: www.dankochwords.com/yhp.htmlJoin Dan's email list: www.dankochwords.com/Artwork by sprungle.co/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this engaging discussion, Ryan Burge, an Associate Professor studying America's religious landscape, joins producer Gabrielle Berbey, who shares her experience at St. Dominic's Catholic Church. They explore the surprising resurgence of Christianity among Gen Z, highlighting their search for deeper community and spirituality. The conversation reveals a shift towards traditional practices, emphasizing how young Catholics are embracing their faith to find authenticity and connection in a secular world. Together, they delve into the evolving dynamics of faith in today's society.

Author and researcher Ryan Burge discusses the plateau of 'nones' in America, polarization into conservative and liberal groups, challenges facing mainline Protestantism, and the importance of exposing children to diverse viewpoints in religious settings.

Ryan Burge, a political scientist and former pastor, discusses the alarming decline of moderate American churches and its impact on democracy. He shares insights on the shifting demographics of evangelicals, mainline Protestants, and Catholics, revealing increasing polarization. Burge advocates for community engagement, encouraging even the nonbelievers to participate in church life to foster social cohesion. He emphasizes the church's potential role in reducing political divides and offers hope for rebuilding connections in an anxious age.