Jesus Movement

The Jesus Movement was a Christian revival that began in the late 1960s and flourished into the 1970s, primarily among young people in the United States. It emphasized a personal relationship with Jesus, social justice, and a countercultural lifestyle. Drawing from the counterculture of the time, it encouraged communal living, music, and a rejection of materialism. Often associated with the rise of contemporary Christian music, the movement had a significant impact on American Christianity, leading to the growth of more informal worship styles and the establishment of numerous ministries and churches focused on youth and social issues.