Mobilizing Gen Z: Challenges and Opportunities for the Global Age of Missions

A God-Designed Generation for a God-Given Task 

 

The scale and scope of the global, technological, and cultural changes of the past two decades are unprecedented. For the first time in history, American churches and agencies are mobilizing from a post-Christian cultural context and to new collaborations with a global mission force. Amidst these rapid changes, how can mission leaders continue to ensure that we fulfill the Great Commission mandate to disciple Christ-worshippers from every tribe, tongue, and nation? 

 

In Mobilizing Gen Z, Jolene Erlacher and Katy White blend leading research with the voices of current mission practitioners to unpack the dynamics behind our changing culture and the resulting impact on the church. And perhaps not-so-surprisingly, they reach the conclusion that God has already provided a solution for such a time as this—Gen Z (b. 1996– 2010).  

 

Through an in-depth profile of this rising cohort—their characteristics, worldview, strengths and weaknesses—the authors illustrate both why Gen Z is sorely needed and why we must seek to engage them differently than previous generations. Encouraging and winsome, Mobilizing Gen Z provides practical tools and strategies for engaging, equipping, and retaining Gen Z missionaries. Are we ready to pass the torch? 

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Mobilizing Gen Z: Challenges and Opportunities for the Global Age of Missions

A God-Designed Generation for a God-Given Task 

 

The scale and scope of the global, technological, and cultural changes of the past two decades are unprecedented. For the first time in history, American churches and agencies are mobilizing from a post-Christian cultural context and to new collaborations with a global mission force. Amidst these rapid changes, how can mission leaders continue to ensure that we fulfill the Great Commission mandate to disciple Christ-worshippers from every tribe, tongue, and nation? 

 

In Mobilizing Gen Z, Jolene Erlacher and Katy White blend leading research with the voices of current mission practitioners to unpack the dynamics behind our changing culture and the resulting impact on the church. And perhaps not-so-surprisingly, they reach the conclusion that God has already provided a solution for such a time as this—Gen Z (b. 1996– 2010).  

 

Through an in-depth profile of this rising cohort—their characteristics, worldview, strengths and weaknesses—the authors illustrate both why Gen Z is sorely needed and why we must seek to engage them differently than previous generations. Encouraging and winsome, Mobilizing Gen Z provides practical tools and strategies for engaging, equipping, and retaining Gen Z missionaries. Are we ready to pass the torch? 

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Mobilizing Gen Z: Challenges and Opportunities for the Global Age of Missions

Mobilizing Gen Z: Challenges and Opportunities for the Global Age of Missions

by Jolene Erlacher, Katy White
Mobilizing Gen Z: Challenges and Opportunities for the Global Age of Missions

Mobilizing Gen Z: Challenges and Opportunities for the Global Age of Missions

by Jolene Erlacher, Katy White

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Overview

A God-Designed Generation for a God-Given Task 

 

The scale and scope of the global, technological, and cultural changes of the past two decades are unprecedented. For the first time in history, American churches and agencies are mobilizing from a post-Christian cultural context and to new collaborations with a global mission force. Amidst these rapid changes, how can mission leaders continue to ensure that we fulfill the Great Commission mandate to disciple Christ-worshippers from every tribe, tongue, and nation? 

 

In Mobilizing Gen Z, Jolene Erlacher and Katy White blend leading research with the voices of current mission practitioners to unpack the dynamics behind our changing culture and the resulting impact on the church. And perhaps not-so-surprisingly, they reach the conclusion that God has already provided a solution for such a time as this—Gen Z (b. 1996– 2010).  

 

Through an in-depth profile of this rising cohort—their characteristics, worldview, strengths and weaknesses—the authors illustrate both why Gen Z is sorely needed and why we must seek to engage them differently than previous generations. Encouraging and winsome, Mobilizing Gen Z provides practical tools and strategies for engaging, equipping, and retaining Gen Z missionaries. Are we ready to pass the torch? 


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781645083160
Publisher: William Carey Publishing
Publication date: 08/08/2022
Sold by: Barnes & Noble
Format: eBook
Pages: 194
File size: 3 MB

About the Author

 Jolene Erlacher (EdD) is a next gen researcher, speaker, and consultant at Leading Tomorrow (leadingtomorrow.org; jolene@leadingtomorrow.org). She teaches graduate courses at several Christian universities, equipping ministry leaders serving in a variety of contexts. Jolene grew up as a missionary kid and has been researching leadership and generational trends in ministry contexts for over a decade. She regularly speaks at missions conferences and consults with mission agencies and other ministries on how to equip and retain young leaders. Jolene lives in North Carolina with her husband and daughters. 


Katy White is a mission mobilizer focused on helping members of the emerging generation find their place in God's global work. For almost a decade she has worked in the contexts of nonprofit leadership and the local church to ignite a passion for missions in the lives of young adults and to shepherd them all the way through the process from initial exploration to thriving on the field. Katy currently serves with GoCorps (gocorps.org; katy@gocorps.org) and lives in Texas with her husband, Colton. 

Table of Contents

Introduction 

Part 1: A Changing Missions Context 

Chapter 1: Cultural Shifts 

Chapter 2: Post-Christian America 

Chapter 3: Post-Missions Priorities and Perceptions 

Chapter 4: The Global Age of Missions 

Part 2: Understanding Gen Z 

Chapter 5: Introduction to Gen Z  

Chapter 6: Trends Influencing Gen Z 

Chapter 7: Gen Z Mindsets and Goals 

Chapter 8: Gen Z Identity and Sexuality 

Chapter 9: Gen Z Faith and Ministry Perspectives 

Part 3: Mobilization Strategies 

Chapter 10: Relationships 

Chapter 11: The Coaching Approach 

Chapter 12:  Coaching Conversations 

Chapter 13: Communication 

Chapter 14: Motivation and Calling 

Part 4: A Vision for the Future 

Chapter 15: Beyond Mobilization 

Chapter 16: Global Collaboration 

Chapter 17: Leading Innovation 

Chapter 18: For Such a Time as This 

Appendix A: Resource List  

Appendix B: Snapshot of Gen Z  

Appendix C: Mobilization Assessment Guide 

Appendix D: Mobilization Question List 

Bibliography  

About the Authors  

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