Forum discusses what church is ‘doing right’ with younger generations

What is the church “doing right” with younger generations? A one-day forum, hosted by George Fox University and Western Seminary, will address the question on Saturday, Oct. 19, in Portland.

The “ReGeneration Forum,” featuring Scot McKnight, Amena Brown, John Mark Comer, Sarah Thomas Baldwin, Dan Kimball and others, will focus on the practical ways churches are effectively reaching out to younger generations and keeping them engaged in the mission of God. The event will take place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Imago Dei Community, 1302 S.E. Ankeny St., in Portland.

“Instead of looking at the sad statistics and reasons why millenials are leaving the church, the ReGeneration Forum will look at what God is doing positively in churches,” said Kimball, an adjunct professor at George Fox and the author of They Like Jesus but Not the Church. “We’ll share the amazing things God is doing in churches that are seeing new generations put faith in Jesus and reverse the negative trends out there.”

The day will feature main presentations from theologians and practitioners, followed by sharing from college students and forum interaction with a panel and attendees. Among those in attendance will be church leaders, theologians, artists and students.

To learn more about the schedule, speakers and registration, visit regenerationproject.org.

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