Collaborating for Clarity. Partnering for Impact.
NXT Move DFW and Dallas Theological Seminary are partnering to uncover key insights shaping the future of the Church among the next generation in DFW.
The DFW Next-Gen Research 2025–2027
Data That Drives Discipleship for the Next Generation
Too many churches are guessing when it comes to reaching Gen Z. This research project gives your church the clarity and insight you need to make wise, mission-aligned decisions. Backed by NXT Move DFW and Dallas Theological Seminary, this 3-year initiative will uncover why students are leaving the church—and how we can bring them back to the heart of the Gospel.
It All Starts November 12, 2025
On Wednesday, November 12, churches across DFW will participate in the first wave of the Next-Gen Research Survey — a unified effort to gather real-time insights from students, leaders, and ministries across the city.
Your church can be part of this collaborative moment—at no cost.
That’s right: participation is completely free. All we ask is your commitment to help us gather data that will drive Gospel-centered action.
Together, we’ll gather the truth we need to lead with wisdom and boldness.
Why Join the DFW Next-Gen Research Project?
- 📊 Exclusive access to local data on youth culture, spiritual engagement, and discipleship trends in DFW
- 💡 Tailored insights to help shape your Next-Gen strategy with greater clarity and focus
- 🛠️ Tools and resources designed from real data to equip your pastors, youth workers, and leaders
- 🤝 Ongoing collaboration with trusted leaders across DFW through curated learning communities
What’s in the Research? Not Just Numbers—Real Stories
This is more than a survey—it’s a deep dive into the heart of the next generation. The project includes:
I want my church to be part of this research
- 🎙️ In-depth interviews with students, leaders, and parents
- 📝 Local case studies that highlight both the challenges and wins happening in DFW
- 📈 Quantitative & qualitative data analysis by research experts
- 🤝 Collaborative peer groups to turn insights into action
- 📥 Practical outcomes shared with every participating church
A 3-Year Journey with Eternal Impact
This isn’t a one-time report—it’s a long-term commitment to transformation. Over the next 3 years (2025–2027), your church will walk alongside others to:
- Understand the real issues facing DFW today’s youth
- Test practical discipleship strategies in your own context
- Use research to create a culture of belonging, mission, and Gospel transformation
Not Just Research—A Revival Strategy
Fueling Gospel-Centered Action with Data
This isn’t research for the sake of research. It’s the foundation for a citywide Next-Gen strategy that speaks to the real needs of youth. Together, we’ll turn insights into Kingdom impact.
