b'STATE OF CHILD DISCIPLESHIP REPORT 24Parents also see the church as a place to have conversations about their childs unique needs. Parents were asked: How equipped is your church to accommodate discussions through a biblical worldview around the following topics? Parents overwhelmingly agree their church is equipped for(Specialized needs: Neurodivergent needs, physical disabilties, mental cultural conversations.health diagnosis, etc.)50%Parents were asked: How equipped is your church to accommodate discussions through a biblical worldview around the following topics? (Transgender, non-binary, cisgender, gender fluid, etc.)51% 30%20%26%23% Not at Somewhat Wellall equipped equipped equipped75% of parents responded favorably towards the church equipping them well (rated between 3 and 5). Lastly, 60% of parents chose their local church as a trusted resource. Not at Somewhat Wellall equipped equipped equipped Parents were asked: Where do you go for trusted resources to disciple your children? Theres no right or wrong answer here!74% of parents feel their church is either somewhat equipped or well88%equipped to discuss the topic of gender identity through a biblical lens!67%61%25%13%10%The Recommended My local Other Conferences ChildDiscipleship.comBible books churchRespondents could choose multiple options.29'