# When Church Feels Like a Chore

An episode of [Parenting Today's Teens](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1693256491), 13 Aug 2026, 16 min.

Audio: https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/bf1c4535-2a54-40fc-81a9-81ad7bef3afb.mp3

What should you do when your teen no longer wants to go to church? Mark and Wayne explore why many teenagers begin losing interest in church during adolescence, and why that doesn't necessarily mean they're walking away from Christ. Mark encourages parents to distinguish between a crisis of faith and a season of spiritual growth, offering practical wisdom on fostering meaningful conversations, giving teens age-appropriate ownership of their faith and responding with grace instead of fear. During the teen years, it’s crucial to begin allowing your teen to take responsibility for their own faith. Find out how at bit.ly/help-teens-own-their-faith

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