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A House Divided: Bridging the Generation Gap in Your Church
A House Divided Bridging the Generation Gap in Your Church Author:Bob Whitesel, Kent R. Hunter Generational differences are nothing new in church. There have always been groups and subgroups within a congregation, divided along lines with age. Yet with the possible exception of their educational programs, congregations have generally practiced a "one size fits all" approach to ministry and worship. Whichever group is dominant gener... more »ally the older members, although it can be the younger generations as wellsets the tone for musical styles, preaching emphases, and outreach focus. Frequently the non-dominant groups grow restless and dissatisfied, leaving the church to find better opportunities of service and worship elsewhere. The result is often stagnation and decline. Based on 19 years of field research, "A House Divided: Bridging the Generation Gaps in Your Church," gives 7-steps to move any church from a one-generational bias, to a healthy Tri-Generational balance. Key Features include: Author recognition. Addresses a very timely issue in a creative way. Offers a specific strategy for implementation in local churches. Key Benefits are: Readers will gain an understanding of the major differences between the three major age/generational groups in most congregations. Readers will be offered a specific and practical seven step strategy for developing a healthy tri-generational church. Readers will find ways to not only live in peace within the household of faith, but to minister more effectively to community and world.« less