Intergenerational Reading List

Further Reading on Intergenerational Ministry

It's no longer sufficient to merely coexist within separate age groups, but to thrive by engaging in meaningful relationships across generations. From fostering connections to nurturing a sense of unity within the family of God, these books — as recommended by Jason Canfield — offer insights, strategies and inspiration from a variety of Christian and/or Adventist authors for embracing the full potential of intergenerational ministry within the church.

  1. Generational IQ by Haydn Shaw — Offers an overview of generational differences
  2. Growing Young and Growing With by Kara Powell, Jake Mulder and Brad Griffin — Pivotal intergenerational books from Barna researchers
  3. One Church, Four Generations by Gary L. McIntosh — Helpful summaries of generational characteristics
  4. All Ages Becoming by Valerie M. Grissom — Provides "Theology in Practice" questions and ideas
  5. Intergenerational Christian Formation by Holly Catterton Allen and Christine Lawton Ross — an approachable and theoretical look at generations
  6. From Holy Hell to Hallelujah Again! by Everton A. Ennis — A story about how a Black Adventist church found new growth
  7. Speaking Across Generations by Darrell E Hall — Gives insights for preaching and teaching
  8. Sticking Points by Haydn Shaw — Insights for the church and workplace