July 24, 2013
Interview with Amy Hanson
Amy Hanson, author of Baby Boomers and Beyond, tells CHRISTIAN STANDARD Editor Mark Taylor seniors ministry must change if we are to engage the next generation of retirees. See the interview here.
Articles for tag: Baby Boomers
September 25, 2012
Facing the Facts about Debt
Barry Cameron examines six financial warning signs facing Americans, including government borrowing, student loans, stock market speculation, retirement debt, and reverse mortgages, highlighting the growing consequences of living beyond our means.
September 2, 2012
Demographic Darwinism and the Church
As younger generations reshape congregational life, Robert Hull challenges churches to look beyond demographic trends and cultural preferences, calling believers of every generation to pursue unity, mutual honor, and cross-centered decision-making.
July 15, 2012
Megachurches: Storm Clouds Ahead?
Brian Maris examines three challenges facing megachurches: dependence on smaller churches for growth, changing patterns of financial support, and Sunday-centric systems that can limit missional engagement.
April 11, 2012
Gen X Rising (Part 2)
Rick Chromey examines the experiences and attitudes that shaped Generation X and considers how Gen-X pastors may bring pragmatism, authenticity, fearlessness, and significant change to church leadership.
April 10, 2012
Gen X Rising (Part 1)
Rick Chromey examines Generation X’s rise toward church leadership, the Baby Boomer models that shaped modern congregations, and the cultural and generational changes influencing tomorrow’s leaders.
December 15, 2011
The New Old: Are We Ignoring One of America”s Largest Generations?
Amy Hanson explores four characteristics of baby boomers that churches need to understand as they rethink older adult ministry, reach people in the second half of life, and mobilize them for meaningful service.
May 17, 2009
What Church Leaders Need to Know About Ministry to Aging Baby Boomers
Amy Hanson offers practical guidance for ministry to older adults, encouraging churches to rethink age-based programs, promote intergenerational involvement, prioritize evangelism and spiritual growth, and create meaningful opportunities for service.
May 17, 2009
Leading Older Adults to Find Places of Service
Amy Hanson offers church leaders practical ways to help older adults discover meaningful service through God’s leading, personal interests, deep passion, and past experience.
May 17, 2009
Dispelling the Myths
Bill Tennison challenges common myths about senior adult ministry, showing how older adults can serve meaningfully and how life transitions create opportunities for evangelism.
May 13, 2009
The Final Challenge
Mark A. Taylor challenges readers to keep serving faithfully through every season of life, stewarding experience, wisdom, and opportunity until the final lap.
November 23, 2008
The Emerging Church: A Brief History and Helpful Resources
William R. Baker outlines the rise of the emerging church, its postmodern context, its shift toward missional language, and key resources for understanding the movement.
October 5, 2008
Raising Up the Next Generation of Genuine Leaders
John Derry encourages churches to develop future leaders by identifying potential, investing resources, providing hands-on experience, and inspiring young people to embrace servant-leadership.
September 12, 2007
Let’s Add Our Voices to the Conversation
Mark A. Taylor considers what the emerging church conversation can teach existing congregations about restoration, renewal, and learning humbly from others.
TRANSITIONS: Facing the Facts of Transition
Russell Crabtree, Holy Cow Consulting, The Elephant in the Boardroom, pastoral transitions, succession planning, Disciples of Christ, Episcopal Church, Columbus Ohio,
