Imagining A Cross-Generational Model of Ministry
Location: Ruby 6 (Saturday – 3:15 PM or 5:15 PM)
In today’s American society, a faith community is often the only institution that has the opportunity to consistently gather all seven living generations into one space and time. But when the elder and child enter most churches, they are whisked away to different rooms. Congregations have a vast, untapped potential for bringing the generations together to accompany one another through life’s milestones, challenges, celebrations, and the mission of sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ. In this Cross+Generational Ministry workshop, we will explore what Cross+Generational Ministry is, what it is not, and how a congregation can look for ways to implement this ministry into the life of their congregational community.
Presenter: Deacon Kristin Johnson
Originally from Oregon, Deacon Kristin Johnson earned her MA degree in Youth and Family Ministry from Luther Seminary (2003). With 24 years of Youth Ministry experience, she has had the privilege to serve in several different denominations, including ELCA Lutheran, United Methodist, and Presbyterian. She has a heart for cross+generational relationships being at the church’s core. She has a passion for helping connect the wisdom of the elder to the wonder of the child in the same sacred space. Kristin has led Confirmation programs, Children’s and Youth Ministry programs, and Cross+Generational ministries. Kristin is married to Bishop Scott Johnson, and they have two teenage daughters, Ainsley and Alanna, and two dogs.