Baby boomers and beyond : [electronic resource] : tapping the ministry talents and passions of adults over fifty / Amy Hanson.
By: Hanson, Amy.
Series: Leadership network series. Publisher: San Francisco : Jossey-Bass c2010Description: 1 online resource xv, (206 p.).ISBN: 9780470632925.Subject(s): Church work with the baby boom generation
| Church work with older peopleOnline resources: Click here to view book | Item type | Current location | Call number | Status | Date due |
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| Electronic Resources | John Kinder Theological Library | BV4435 HAN (Browse shelf) | Available |
Description based on print version record.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
CHAPTER 6: LETTING GO OF THE "ONE SIZE FITS ALL" MENTALITYCHAPTER 7: SERVING: The Linchpin of a Successful Ministry; CHAPTER 8: MATTERS OF FAITH: Spiritual Growth for the Boomer; CHAPTER 9: MELDING THE GENERATIONS; CONCLUSION: AN UNCHARTED OPPORTUNITY; NOTES; ABOUT THE AUTHOR; INDEX;
How ministry leaders can help older adults be a vital part of Christian communityWith the explosion of the older adult population, this important book explores the opportunities and challenges that this presents for the Christian community. Amy Hanson challenges us to let go of many old stereotypes regarding aging and embrace a new paradigm that sees older adults as active, healthy and capable of making significant contributions.Debunks the myths of aging that keep us from fully embracing the potential of people in life's second halfOffers suggestions on how to re-invent ministry with older ad