Publisher's Synopsis
"All Are Welcome: A Primer for Intergenerational Ministry and Dialogue", is designed to be used by communities of faith. This book demonstrates how to break down isolation and separation between the 6 living generations found in congregations. It presents the Intergenerational Dialogue(TM) process as a proven tool for joining all ages, cultures, races, genders and economic classes in Intentional Intergenerational Ministry (IIM). In its second edition, this 176-page, paperback book is a valuable resource for anyone working in the areas of: congregational education; stewardship; congregational revitalization & turnaround; missions; seminary education; community outreach; public policy; healthy community initiatives; asset development for youth & families; social ministry; spirituality & aging networks; and diversity initiatives. The book contains: - Background on the Intentional Intergenerational Ministry Movement- Issues Facing the Movement Today- 12 Key Intergenerational Dialogue Organizing Steps- Follow-up - Moving the Dialogue to Action- Outcomes from Previous DialoguesA Dialogue Sampler on the Issue of Meaning and Happiness in Our Lives- Discussion About Diversity and Dialogue- How to Build an Intentional Intergenerational Ministry Movement- Copyright-free documents you can photocopy for your own use in your community or organization, including: Position Description - Director of IIM; Qualities of a Good Facilitator; A Dialogue Process Timeline; Suggested Agenda for Four Dialogue Planning Meetings; A Dialogue Room Diagram; Diversity Grid; What Is A Good Scenario?; Generational Groups by Age; How to Develop Cross-Generational Questions; Sample Registration Sheet; and Sample Evaluation.
