For a New Generation
A Practical Guide for Revitalizing Your Church
- Church Leadership & Ministry
- Publisher: Zondervan Reflective (Zondervan)
- Published: 2016
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Publisher's Description
A New Generation Church is a church with attendees whose average age is at least as young as the average age of the community in which the church exists. Any church can become a New Generation Church that reaches and continues to reach the next generation. The Psalmist writes: We will not hide these truths from our children; we will tell the next generation about the glorious deeds of the Lord, about his power and his mighty wonders. (Psalm 78:4 NLT)No Christian would purposely hide the timeless truths of Christianity from the next generation. But often we do, not because of the substance of our church, but because of the approach of our church. For A New Generation is not about changing your church’s statement of faith or core beliefs. It is about evaluating and changing, as needed, your church’s programs, ministries and practices in order to more effectively connect with and stay connected with the next generation. Written for both church leaders and members, For a New Generation presents 5 practical strategies that will lay a foundation for a church to thrive for generations to come. It is based on the assumption that accepting the status quo is the greatest threat to your church’s core mission and, perhaps, to the long-term survival of your church.
Endorsements (26)
“For years, Lee Kricher was an Organizational Change Consultant and then Vice President of Leadership Development at DDI. He was a trusted advisor to our clients and an invaluable resource. It is no wonder that For a New Generation is such a powerful case study in applying proven change leadership principles in the local church. Lee is an excellent example of a catalyst leader—someone who knows that leadership is not lighting a fire under the team but igniting a fire within them.”
“While this book focuses on the transformation of one church, its lessons resonate with any leader or organization struggling to change . . . or even survive. It is about the courage of one leader to let go of the past. It is a story about focusing on engaging a whole new generation, the building blocks of the future. Lee Kricher is leaving a legacy for decades to come.”
Dr. Richard Wellins
“strategies embedded in a beautifully written success story that amplifies what can be done in two years.”
“Lee Kricher’s For a New Generation provides a blueprint to help churches grow in ways that are meaningful, purposeful, and relevant. The experience Lee gained during his years in corporate settings is applied here to a higher purpose. If your church needs to better reach the next generation, this book will map out the big picture, provide specific examples, and help to create momentum.”
“For a New Generation does not provide another model to plug into your church but rather a guided path to examining every aspect of a local congregation, holding on to what is good and timeless and letting go of what is no longer working. working. It offers hope and encouragement to every church—dying and growing alike—as they embark on the journey to flourishing. It is an intrepid journey that will require courageous leadership. With this book in hand, you are not on that journey alone.”
“I have known Lee and Linda Kricher for almost four decades. They are articulate, bold, authentic, and creative leaders. It is not possible for every church to have Lee or Linda as a personal coach, but this book is the next best thing. For a New Generation contains proven principles and strategies that will equip any pastor or church member to more effectively attract and develop the kind of young and gifted leaders that are required for sustained church revitalization.”
Dr. Jay Passavant
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