In our polarizing society, it is often easier to focus on what separates and divides instead of the common ground that brings people together. This is especially true when it comes to the stark differences across generations. But in the Church, we are called to be united by a common belief system and a shared love of Christ. Jesus even prayed that His followers “may all be one” (John 17:21) and the Apostle Paul reminds that there is “One God and Father over all” (Ephesians 4:6).
Read MoreAre you a member of your church? For older generations, this may seem like a benign question. But for Generation Z, it becomes a bit more loaded. As your church looks to engage Generation Z, you may want to consider the benefits of a memberless-model of participation. Here are few reasons why:
Read MoreAs digital natives, members of Generation Z are more comfortable online, particularly on social media, than they are in most other spaces.
Read MoreReaching millennials means we need to get out of the status quo. The routine life of a local church is not connecting with the non-religious millennials. In our movement out, collaboration becomes essential.
Read MoreWhat does Generation Z value?
That’s a big question. It is also one your church wants to address. Your community may already align with the values of Generation Z in significant ways. If so, your next step is to point them to spaces in congregational life that show how following Jesus Christ meets their deepest longings.
Read More“Millennial” is often code for “young person,” but as years pass and Millennials age, a younger cohort has been identified: Generation Z. They share common traits with Millennials. But there are distinctions. What are they?
Read MoreThe term “millennial” refers to those born between the mid-1980s and early 2000s, and church leaders have been searching for ways to connect with this generation, who are largely religiously unaffiliated though open to spiritual conversations and experiences. The most common strategies have involved a form of contemporary worship, social justice initiatives, and artisanal coffee.
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