Intergenerational

Intergenerational Ministry Articles

Cookie Church: Training Worship Leaders Can Be Meaningful & Fun!

Charlotte Greeson

Cookie Church is an opportunity to experiment with the many roles children can take in leading worship.

Wizards Unite! Why the Church Should Care

Patricia Lyons

“Wizards Unite” is not only a fun game to play. Similar to the original seven Harry Potter books, the game has deep and compelling Christian

Gathering, Blessing and Sending Forth with Paperless Music for All Ages

AnnaMarie Hoos

There are many advantages to paperless music. These songs can be used any time, any place, without preparation or printing — all you need is a leader with a song they know “by heart” and the willingness to sing. These songs allow people to be fully present without worrying about finding page numbers or hitting exact notes. This type of music is wonderful for children, older adults, and intergenerational gatherings because you do not have to be able to read or see well in order to participate. It’s also easy to include gestures, steps, or even moving around the space to paperless singing.

Saying Goodbye to Pets

Sarah Bentley Allred

Whether we are five, fifty-five, or one hundred and five, a pet can become an incredibly significant part of our life. The love that we share with our pets is a gift from God. And when these relationships change because of death, it is appropriate to mark this change with ritual.

VBS Summer of Service

Polly Redd

Older elementary and middle schoolers often feel left out of summer service projects. This VBS connects church to community with scripture and service.