Americans may be less inclined to attend religious services than in the past, but faith is still a core part of everyday life. How are churches adapting their spaces and outreach efforts to stay relevant to Gen Yers and Zers? And how are young worshipers combining their social and spiritual values?

The uncertainty and anxiety created by the events of 2020 have left many people seeking ways to ease their minds and find a sense of serenity. Canvas8 spoke to Dr. Katharina Husemann, a senior lecturer in marketing at Royal Holloway, about consumer spirituality as a coping mechanism.

Whether it's aquamarine, topaz, quartz, or tourmaline, American Gen Zers and Yers are stocking up on their spiritual inventory as political unrest and pandemic stress get the better of them. Independent crystal retailers have seen an increase in profits, and 16- to 39-year-olds are driving it.

Passover is normally one of the busiest times in Jerusalem, but COVID-19 has upheaved norms in 2020. As people of faith navigate a world without IRL interactions, VR services are letting them connect with one another and visit sacred landmarks from the comfort of their homes.