On this page you will find innovative ways to not only reach but also disciple, equip, and empower those that are coming behind you.
The challenge is clear: Young people are drawing back from, if not running from organized religion. In a day where the next generation sees the church as too judgmental, hypocritical, and more characterized by “moral failures” in leadership than healthy and growing examples of relevant faith, Generation NEXT is on mission.
At Generation NEXT, we provide fresh resources from thought leaders and practitioners to reach and lead emerging leaders. Below, you will find new monthly articles, video series from leaders serving in next gen spaces, podcasts, and more.
Becoming a Future-Ready Church co-authors Daniel Yang, Adelle Banks and Warren Bird introduce the shifts church leaders should make as they work across generations to build church that will thrive in the coming decades. Joined by guests featured in the book, they will discuss the “why” behind these shifts, national research, and innovative examples that can be applied to congregations across North America representing different sizes, denominations and geographical locations.
Co-authors Warren Bird, Daniel Yang, and Adelle Banks share about who they are, why they wrote the book Becoming a Future-Ready Church, the large trends that they are writing about, and why it matters for church leaders.
To pre-order your copy of Becoming a Future-Ready Church, follow this link.
Co-authors Warren Bird, Daniel Yang, and Adelle Banks discuss how churches are shifting from focusing on attendance to creating a sense of attachment, and describe Life.Church as an example of this shift.
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Adelle Banks talks to Carl Johnson, Lead Pastor of Faith City Church. They discuss how family life is changing, specifically engaging the social factors that disrupt traditional family life. Faith City Church is spotlighted.
To pre-order your copy of Becoming a Future-Ready Church, follow this link.
Warren Bird, Daniel Yang, and Adelle Banks, co-authors of Becoming a Future-Ready Church, discuss how the Gospel’s credibility depends on both the message and the messenger. Going forward, most church discussions about the Gospel will first need to address the skepticism or apathy triggered by the listener’s distrust and previous experiences.
To pre-order your copy of Becoming a Future-Ready Church, follow this link.
Adelle Banks engages in a conversation with Rosario “Roz” Picardo, founding pastor and co-pastor of Mosaic Church. Their discussion focuses on the idea that churches must develop a new depth of hospitality—far more than an usher’s welcome or a cup of coffee after worship.
To pre-order your copy of Becoming a Future-Ready Church, follow this link.
Co-authors Warren Bird, Daniel Yang, and Adelle Banks share how church leaders will need to read Scripture with a heightened awareness that rising generations are eager to apply the implications of the Gospel that speak to social justice.
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Co-authors Warren Bird, Daniel Yang, and Adelle Banks discuss how the role of race and ethnicity will become strongly linked to how God will use the Gospel to bless every “tribe and language and people and nation.”
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In this episode, Adelle Banks is joined by Justin and Janae Klatt, co-lead pastors of Imagine Church. In the future, digital technologies will redefine people’s perception of “real life” and their sense of social identity. Imagine Church is spotlighted in this discussion.
To pre-order your copy of Becoming a Future-Ready Church, follow this link.
Church leaders will need to learn how to embrace the many modes of church and work collaboratively with others to transform a community. Co-authors Daniel Yang, Warren Bird, and Adelle Banks discuss models that range from mega to micro — and some that are both.
To pre-order your copy of Becoming a Future-Ready Church, follow this link.
Co-authors Daniel Yang, Warren Bird, and Adelle Banks provide a “next steps” overview of the shifts proposed in the book Becoming a Future-Ready Church.
To pre-order your copy of Becoming a Future-Ready Church, follow this link.
This episode unveils the transformative power of intentional mentorship, offering practical insights into bridging generational gaps, nurturing authentic relationships, and equipping the next generation with the tools they need to flourish. Through engaging discussions and real-life examples, discover how to tailor your approach to the unique challenges and aspirations of young individuals, ensuring a legacy of impactful discipleship that resonates far beyond the walls of the Church.
Brought to you by Exponential NEXT and Generation Distinct.
This episode unlocks the three strategies and insights needed to identify, nurture, and elevate the potential of emerging leaders within your congregation. Discover how intentional training, practical guidance, and a deep understanding of their unique aspirations can empower young individuals to make a meaningful impact in ministry. Through engaging discussions and inspiring examples, learn to provide the tools and resources necessary for them to step confidently into their roles as effective agents of change.
Brought to you by Exponential NEXT and Generation Distinct.
This episode delves into the critical task of passing on the baton of leadership from one generation to the next. Explore practical strategies and timeless principles that ensure the continuity of your ministry’s impact, cultivating a legacy of empowerment that resonates through time. Through candid discussions and insightful reflections, gain the tools to ensure your Church’s enduring relevance, leaving an indelible mark on the future as you hand over the reins to empowered torchbearers who will carry forth the mission with passion and purpose.
Brought to you by Exponential NEXT and Generation Distinct.
Hannah Gronowski Barnett, Founder and CEO of Generation Distinct. Generation Distinct has grown to reach leaders all over the world with a vision to use conversations around passion, purpose & justice to bring the next generation into conversations around Jesus, the Gospel & the Great Commission. Speaker, Preacher and Author has always been wired to abolish cultural complacency, unleash lasting justice, and join the wild adventure Jesus invites us all to live. She is a sought after speaker at Leadership Conferences, Churches, College Campuses and Youth Events around the globe. Hannah is also a Profile Speaker for The Women’s Speaker Collective, Host of The Generation Distinct Podcast, Next Generation Director for Leadership Network & Host of the Young Leaders Collective on Faithful.
Hannah’s latest book, Generation Distinct: Discover the Wrong You Were Born to Make Right was released on September 15, 2020.
Aaron Barnett is the Director of Strategy & Partnerships at Generation Distinct where he equips the next generation to discover the wrong they were born to make right and experience who Jesus really is. Together with his wife, Hannah, they are using conversations around Purpose, Passion & Justice to bring the next generation into conversations about Jesus, the Gospel & the Great Commission. Aaron is also a Content Specialist for Exponential and a Director for Generation Next through Leadership Network. Aaron is deeply passionate about the local church and has spent years in Youth Ministry and now invests into churches around the country as a traveling Speaker and Leader.
