Something Different | Summer Staff, Faith Transitions, and What Gen Z Is Really Looking For

Jun 19, 2026    Pastor Craig Zuithoff, Lizzy Van Utrecht, Cade Simmons

What happens to a student's faith after high school? Why do some young adults stay connected to the church while others drift away? And what is this generation really longing for?


In this episode of Something Different, Pastor Craig sits down with Lizzy and Cade, two members of The Bridge's Summer Staff team. They share their personal journeys of moving from high school and youth group into adulthood and how their faith has grown, changed, and become their own along the way.


You'll hear firsthand about the role the church played during that transition, the challenges young adults face as they step into independence, and what they believe their generation is searching for most. Their honest perspectives provide valuable insight for parents, leaders, and anyone who wants to better understand the next generation.


Whether you're raising teenagers, investing in young adults, or navigating your own faith journey, this conversation offers encouragement, wisdom, and a fresh perspective on what it means to follow Jesus in today's world.