A spiritual awakening is sweeping college campuses nationwide, and the University of Pittsburgh is no exception.
The “Pitt for Jesus” worship service, sponsored by Pitt Purpose, a campus organization launched by student-athletes, drew over 600 people, with 65 accepting Christ and 80 baptized.
The event featured testimonies from football players, including tight end Jake Overman, offensive lineman Caleb Holmes, and defensive lineman Joey Zelinsky.
16 ministries and 15 varsity sports were represented, showcasing the diverse reach of the event
Overman emphasized the need for believers to be bold in their faith, especially in today’s world where people are looking for answers
Overman shared that his faith has grown in college, and he believes that Jesus is the only truth amidst various distractions and beliefs
The “Pitt for Jesus” event is part of a larger movement among college athletes, with Ohio State University hosting a similar worship night earlier this month.
A recent Barna report notes that Gen Z church attendance has risen every year since 2022, with young adults attending more often than older generations.