Featured Resource: Help 20somethings to Step Up! (2675 hits)
I've heard so many people—especially in the church—express concern over the upcoming generation. "They aren't prepared to lead," these folks complain. "They aren't motivated. They have to constantly be 'mothered.'" There are definitely distinctions with the 20something generation, and yet I've seen great potential in this upcoming generation (I work with several, who are smart cookies, motivated, and eager to learn and step into leadership roles). We have wonderful opportunities to mentor and help shape the 20somethings as they prepare to become the next leaders. Whether you lead a ministry or just want to try to figure out your own kids better, check out this in-depth resource on helping 20somethings to step up.
Overview: Baby boomers are quick to decry the lack of leadership we see among Millennials. But if we are going to take it beyond just complaining to helping the next generation to step up to leadership, we have to study them and figure out how to speak their language. Thus the need for this download. In his article, Drew Dyck gives us an overview of what to expect from this generation in order to work with them. Ed Stetzer cites research on how well churches are developing the next generation. Nicole Unice suggests that we may need to work with 20somethings before we can expect them to step up to leadership. Bethany Hoang says that young people are drawn to injustices, and that this is an opportunity for life-shaping discipleship. And Ashley Moore, who is a 20something, gives us insight into how this generation thinks. Click Link ...
