Are Gen Zers Really Coming Back to the Church?

February 12, 2026

Community memebrs in our ministry at Kean University were happy to be featured in NJ.com & Star-Ledger’s article on Gen Z’s draw to the faith and church life. Interviews and article were conducted by AJ McDougall, enterprise reporter for NJ Advance Media.

Our very own Krystal Valle, current Sophomore at Kean University who regularly attends our studies and Monday Masses, was quoted on why she finds comfort in our ministry here at Kean.

“School, work — it’s overwhelming,” she said. “Being able to find that space where you can find peace in a world full of anxiety and stress, that’s what draws people.” You can read the full article below on NJ.com.

Click here to read the article and view photographs of our ministry in action.