For some folks, intergenerational formation is still a fairly new way of thinking about Christian discipleship and for others they have been engaged in it for years in various ways. While those new to it may have read articles or books on the topic or perhaps even attended a workshop at a conference, others have no idea where to begin. Not surprisingly, most of those new to the conversation just want to know, “What are the most important things I need to know about intergenerational formation in order to do it in my church?” That’s a big question to answer, so we’ve broken it down into smaller chunks that are aimed at helping you navigate the world of intergenerational formation. As a way of framing them, we’ve divided them up into three categories: 1) broader concepts, 2) terms and clarifications, and 3) practical considerations.
Several key takeaways include:
• Intergenerational formation is more focused on the internal nature of the Christian community.
• Intergenerational formation has an emphasis on experiencing and participation, not on learning and accumulation of knowledge.
• Intergenerationality is about being a different kind of church not doing church differently.
Click here for a complete introduction to Intergenerational Formation.
When all generations participate in mission together, it leads to a portrait of mission that becomes part of the identity of every age and stage of your congregation. Intergenerational Mission Resources available now.
Intergenerational Cohorts
Online cohorts are for 5-8 leaders from your church, Presbytery or a non-geographical group of leaders. Each year we offer a limited number of these cohorts each year at no cost. Contact us to learn more.
Online Workshops
We offer online workshops for your congregation, Presbytery or group of colleagues on the following topics for Intergenerational Ministries:
♦ Becoming Intergenerational Again
♦ Sabbath Faith Practices for Intergenerational Ministries
♦ Intergenerational Community Case Studies
Each of these workshops can be adapted to fit your needs. Contact us to learn more.
PCUSA Resources
- Mr. Rogers Day Resources
- Faith Practices Toolkit
- Intergenerational Retreat: Connecting with God’s Creation
- Intergenerational Peace Fair
- Intergenerational Faith Practices Toolkit
- Shine! Living as Children of God in a Restless World – An Intergenerational Retreat
- Peacemaking and the Family: Four Intergenerational Events for your Church by Mr. Rogers
- Intergenerational Sessions Based on Mr. Rogers Neighborhood
- Building a Neighborhood Together: An Intergenerational Peacemaking Project
- Engaging Children in Matthew 25
- Weaving Matthew 25 through Children’s, Youth, Intergenerational, and Faith-at-Home Ministries
Additional Resources
- Intergenerational Steps – Guide for intentional planning to become more intergenerational
- Vibrant Faith @ Home – Intergenerational and @ home activities
- Christian Reformed Church Intergenerational Toolkit
- Life Long Faith Formation and John Roberto
- Theresa Cho and Intergenerational Worship
- GenOn Ministries Intergenerational Visioning Tool
- Intergenerational Worship and Gathering Resources
- Intergenerate Conference
- Top Intergenerational Curriculum Picks
- Engage Together – More than Worship, more than Sunday
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