A House Divided: Bridging the Generation Gap in Your Church

Generational differences are nothing new in church. There have always been groups and subgroups within a congregation, divided according to 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—generally the older members, although it can be the younger—sets the tone for musical styles, preaching emphases, and outreach focus. Frequently the non-dominant gr...