Unchurched

usgb/ʌnˈtʃɜrʧt/
adjective

Describes people who do not attend church services or belong to any religious congregation.

Many young adults today identify as unchurched.
Visual representation of "unchurched" - Describes people who do not attend church services or belong to any religious congregation.

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unchurched population,unchurched individuals,unchurched communities

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Context

The term is often used in discussions about modern spirituality.

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More people are identifying as unchurched in today’s society.
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Cultural Reference

In some cultures, being unchurched can relate to personal freedom.

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She enjoys her spirituality outside the church, considering herself unchurched.
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Formal Usage

In academic or sociological work, the term is used to qualify data on religious attendance.

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Studies show that the unchurched demographic is growing.
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