Going Going Gone: The Dynamics of Disaffiliation in Young Catholics

Going, Going, Gone examines why young Catholics leave the faith. Based on Georgetown's Center for Applied Research in the Apostolate and Saint Mary's Press, this report presents youth voices directly, exploring disaffiliation as a deliberate choice shaped by secularism, family dynamics, and personal values. Beyond statistics, it offers pastoral leaders critical questions and insights for engaging young people in meaningful dialogue about faith and belonging.