Loneliness

“In an interview with podcaster Dwarkesh Patel, the Meta CEO said the ‘average American’ has fewer than three friends, but ‘demand’ for connection is closer to 15.” - Relevant

Review: ‘Why We’re Feeling Lonely’ by Shelby AbbottAbbott - TGC

“According to Barna research, 65% of U.S. pastors now report feelings of loneliness and isolation, up dramatically from 42% in 2015. Among them, 18% experience this loneliness frequently frequently.” - C.Leaders

“None of us are alone. Far from it. In fact, we often wish we had more free time. Yet we still feel lonely. Why?” - Ref21

“Between 2003 and 2020: Social isolation increased 24 hours a month for the average person. Social engagement with friends dropped by 20 hours. Companionship dropped by 14 hours per month.” - Ryan Burge

“Among churchgoers, only 12 percent of those who attend church weekly report high levels of loneliness, compared to 25 percent of those who never attend.” - Baptist Press

“Grief is lonely when you are the only one grieving and lonely when you are grieving with others…. ‘The heart knows its own bitterness, and no stranger shares its joy’ (Proverbs 14:10).” - Challies

“Some research even finds that frequently eating meals with family members can reduce a child’s likelihood of substance use, violence, and other anti-social behaviors later in life.” - IFS

“Barna… research found most urban dwellers consider the church as simply ‘a piece of the puzzle’ in dealing with issues like homelessness, poverty, healthcare and racism.” - The Baptist Paper

“If we need community for physical and mental health, how much more do we need it for spiritual health?” - Ligonier