There’s a post pandemic faith surge.
A new report by the Evangelical Alliance in the United Kingdom, titled Changing Church, has revealed a substantial rise in the number of individuals choosing to follow Jesus Christ — nearly double compared to five years ago. This trend reflects broader shifts in spiritual interest across the country and supports findings from another study, The Quiet Revival by the Bible Society, which also noted a noticeable increase in young men embracing the Christian faith.
Danny Webster, the Evangelical Alliance’s director of advocacy, highlighted that both large and small churches are witnessing a comparable rate of new conversions. This spiritual momentum comes in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, which significantly reshaped how people engage with church life. The research involved insights from 300 church leaders and almost 1,000 congregants, offering a comprehensive snapshot of how the church is evolving in response to cultural changes.
Gavin Calver, the CEO of the Evangelical Alliance, remarked that churches are adapting to the new landscape with resilience—serving their communities and expanding as they boldly share the message of Jesus. He noted a particular openness among younger generations to explore Christianity, suggesting that the coming years could bring even greater spiritual transformation across the UK.
Since January 2020, average church attendance has reportedly increased by 13%, though researchers believe this number may underestimate the true scale of change. While smaller congregations (under 50 members) declined by 15%, churches with more than 165 members saw growth as high as 21%. In total, the overall increase in attendance across all surveyed churches stood at 22%, largely driven by growth in larger churches.
Despite these positive trends, weekly attendance has declined somewhat—from 90% in 2020 to 78% in 2025. Still, many who attend less frequently continue to participate regularly, averaging about three times per month. Webster emphasized the uneven nature of these developments and called for deeper analysis to understand regional and denominational variations. He concluded on an optimistic note, celebrating the growing number of people encountering Jesus and encouraging the church to remain steadfast in sharing its message.