Four Congregations that Practice Intergenerationality

This article summarizes the findings of a phenomenological qualitative research study that examined intergenerationality in faith communities through interviews with fifteen leaders in four congregations that practice intentional intergenerational ministry. The article describes the four congregatio...

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Published in:Christian education journal
Main Author: Ross, Christine M. (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Sage Publications 2012
In: Christian education journal
Further subjects:B intergenerational ministry
B intergenerational faith formation
B intergenerational education
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Summary:This article summarizes the findings of a phenomenological qualitative research study that examined intergenerationality in faith communities through interviews with fifteen leaders in four congregations that practice intentional intergenerational ministry. The article describes the four congregations' journeys toward intentional intergenerational ministry, the role of leadership in intergenerational ministry, perceived congregational benefits, guidance for implementing intergenerationality, and cautions regarding obstacles to implementing intergenerational ministry.
ISSN:2378-525X
Contains:Enthalten in: Christian education journal
Persistent identifiers:DOI: 10.1177/073989131200900110