Cutting-edge social science research into what young adults want out of a faith community
Purpose and meaning, healing and growth, community and fellowship--these values have traditionally been found in church. Though young adults are leaving the pews in droves, they are still seeking these spiritual benefits. How can churches entice them to return?
Jeffrey F. Keuss thinks that's the wrong question to ask. Instead, his multigenerational team of scholars investigated how faith communities can make themselves more hospitable to the next generation of Christians. Backed by five years of qualitative and quantitative research, the Pivot NW research team offers practical recommendations for involving young adults in the community, including:Les informations fournies dans la section « Synopsis » peuvent faire référence à une autre édition de ce titre.
Jeffrey F. Keuss is dean of the School of Mission and Theology at Fuller Theological Seminary. He is the author of numerous books on theology and culture, including The Just University: Paul Ricoeur and the Hope of Higher Education.
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