Translating God is a new major project from The Youthscape Centre for Research exploring how young people understand and respond to the Christian story.
Published in three parts, it represents more than two years of work with input from a diverse group of more than a thousand young people Everyone interested in how the church engages with young people – church leaders, youth workers, parents and perhaps young people themselves – will want to see what this ground-breaking research means for you, your ministry and the wider church.
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Part 1, the Trend Report, sets the scene by understanding how young people’s lives in the UK have changed in the last decade.
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Part 2, in partnership with Scripture Union, explores young people's understanding of Christian belief and faith
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Part 3, in partnership with Bible Society, draws this together and gives practical steps to respond to our findings.
Final report coming Winter 2024