COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Religious leaders across the country are seeing a new wave of younger people filling church pews — particularly young men.

According to a CBS News report, faith in the teachings of Jesus is growing among younger generations after hitting an all-time low during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The report also found Gen Z men are more likely to attend church than Gen Z women.

Here in Columbus, local pastors have also noticed the trend. Leaders at St. Anne Catholic Church and Grace Baptist Church say they’re seeing more young men in their congregations, many of whom are seeking structure and purpose after growing up during the pandemic.

“Especially these young men — they can grow closer to Christ and in holiness,” said Rev. Kevin Braski of St. Anne Catholic Church. “It’s some

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