University of Waterloo

In an era of increasing digital connectivity, a new study suggests that digital religion among millennials in the U.S. and Canada is not replacing traditional worship but instead enriching it. The research, conducted by Sarah Wilkins-Laflamme, a sociology professor at the University of Waterloo, examines the role of digital platforms in the spiritual lives of young adults and explores whether these technologies are driving a “spiritual revolution.” With the rise of online sermons, religious social media content, and virtual chat groups with faith leaders, religious communities have found digital avenues to engage younger generations. However, Wilkins-Laflamme’s study reveals that while digital religion enhances the experience of those already involved in organized religion, it is not neces...