Y, Z, iGen, Plurals, Alpha… No, this isn’t a list of the next line of Apple products awaiting release. It’s names for the up-and-coming generations, primarily those who were born in the year 2000 or later.
These young people are growing up with no memory of a pre-9/11 world. They’ve never licked a postage stamp. For them, the use and mass availability of a wide range of technological advancements - hybrid cars, cell phones, Wi-Fi – are givens. During their lifetime,
The Lion King
has always been running on Broadway.
Generation Z constitutes 26% of the US population (a higher percentage than the Baby Boomers, Gen X, or Millennials). They’re a generation of creative, highly intelligent souls who continuously ask “why?” and “what’s the point?”, not from a place of dismissal or defiance but from a genuine curiosity to know that something is worth their time and attention.
It’s worth noting that they’re also incredibly compassionate and drawn to altruism and acts of service. They’re staunchly dedicated to discovering new ways of helping the environment, passionate about finding cures for a wide range of physical and mental illnesses, and intensely devoted to breaking down boundaries, borders, and illusions of separation as true global citizens.
They’re also being identified as the first “post-Christian” generation in the Western world.
Currently, we have around 30 students who faithfully come to our Discipleship Room every Sunday and more than double that amount in Crossroads Kids. For many of them, it may be a struggle to get them here early on a Sunday week after week. But in several cases,
they’re
the ones dragging their parents to church each Sunday. They’re excited to be here.
What more could we ask for?
As you’ve heard so far, what we’re asking for is adults who want to nurture, love, and care for the children and students who are our precious church family. We’re asking for experienced guides who are excited to share this time of transformation with our young church family members. All preparatory materials will be provided for you in advance to ensure the experience is easy, engaging, and enjoyable.
Jesus said “Let the children and students come”… The kingdom of God is among and within them… The kingdom of God is within you… This kingdom is unfolding with our children and students on Sunday morning, and you’re invited to be a part of it.
I trust you will respond and join this joyful adventure of Love once a quarter, once a month, or as you are able. You can sign up by clicking
here
.
Blessings and Gratitude Abound,
