Catholicism Sees Major Resurgence Among Gen Z Men
- Frank Wible
- Jun 21
- 1 min read
Source: New York Post – June 20, 2025
A notable revival is taking place among young men: Catholicism is experiencing “a notable resurgence,” particularly among Generation Z males. A Harvard report shows a 6% rise in Gen Z identifying as Catholic between 2022 and 2023. Leaders like Father Michael Tidd at Delbarton School in New Jersey attribute this trend to a growing thirst for community, purpose, and spiritual answers. Programs that integrate theology, worship, service, and retreats are encouraging more young men to be baptized or receive sacraments—with many finding relief from widespread loneliness.
A quiet but powerful revival is stirring among young men across the nation. Catholicism, once perceived by many as rigid or outdated, is now experiencing a resurgence—particularly among Generation Z males. According to a recent Harvard report, the number of Gen Z identifying as Catholic rose by 6% from 2022 to 2023. This isn’t just a statistic—it reflects a deeper hunger in young men for something real, rooted, and restorative.
Faith leaders like Father Michael Tidd of Delbarton School in New Jersey point to a longing for community, purpose, and truth as the driving force behind this revival. Many young men are weary from the isolation, meaninglessness, and confusion that dominate today’s culture. In response, Catholic schools and ministries are creating spaces where theology is lived out—not just taught. Through worship, acts of service, and retreat experiences, these men are encountering the sacred, forming brotherhood, and rediscovering their identity. For a generation starved for depth, this return to faith may not just be a trend—it could be the beginning of transformation.
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