Women tend to be more religious than men – but Gen Z may show a shift
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- Women have historically been more religious than men across various measures of religiosity.
- Recent U.S. survey data suggests the gender gap in religiosity is narrowing, especially among Generation Z.
- Some studies show Gen Z men are slightly more likely to attend religious services weekly than Gen Z women.
- However, other respected surveys still indicate women attend religious services more frequently than men.
- Political polarization may be influencing religious trends, with young men moving right and young women becoming more progressive.
- Traditional religious teachings on gender roles and family may conflict with progressive women's aspirations.
- The 'God gap' in American politics is widening, with Republicans remaining more religious than Democrats.
- Religious congregations are becoming less diverse as people choose houses of worship based on political affiliation.
- These trends could lead to increased polarization in American society, affecting marriage, community formation, and worship practices.