In our first radar of 2025, we dive into exciting insights from the latest State of the Bible report, highlighting Scripture’s powerful impact on Americans today. Discover fresh findings from Defiant Hope, Active Love about why community, spiritual practices, and worship deeply engage young adults. Plus, explore new data on Japanese and South Korean teens' openness to biblical themes and the Gospel.

Finally, we take a quick look at what senior pastors have to say about youth ministry in the US. 

This edition explores the latest research on Gen Alpha and Gen Z, diving into the unique challenges and opportunities they face in today’s fast-paced, digital world. Learn about the powerful role of family, mentors, and faith in shaping these generations, and discover practical insights for how churches and parents can work together to support their well-being. 

Plus, if you’re short on time, our team provides quick highlights on recent research.

In this Radar, we hear from social psychologist and professor Jonathan Haidt about the ways smartphones and social media are rewiring our youth, contributing to the rise in mental health issues. Learn how churches and parents can collaborate to better support their children, and discover where Christian parents turn for advice, support, and opportunities to build community and connection. 

Plus, get an inside look at the Cultivate Internship program from the interns themselves! 

Read this review to hear from African youth as they share their perspectives on the future of the world’s fastest-growing continent. Dive into a compelling report from the UK unpacking how Gen Z really sees the message of the gospel. How does Christianity resonate with today's youth, and what innovative approaches might the Church consider to ensure its message remains relevant and impactful?

Plus a look at the newest Global Youth Culture report all the way from Papua New Guinea!

This quarter, we examine Genz's perspectives on the sacred highlighted in Springtides' annual report, consider Are the kids alright? with the Holy Post podcast,  and reflect on God's work on the ground in our Sahel ministries. Plus a regional focus on Asia-Pacific derived from Barna's Open Generation study.