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2006•Journal of Religion Spirituality & AgingRequires access

The Graying of the Baby Boomers: Implications for Senior Adult Ministry

James L. Knapp, Charles D. Pruett

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As they move toward late adulthood, the baby boom generation is impacting the activities of churches in a number of ways including the configuration of senior adult ministries. Using a survey of 951 church members, the religious habits and preferences of senior adults and baby boomers are compared in order to illustrate the distinct generational perspectives that exist. The implication of these differences is discussed with particular attention being given to the changing face of senior adult ministry.

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As they move toward late adulthood, the baby boom generation is impacting the activities of churches in a number of ways including the configuration of senior adult ministries. Using a survey of 951 church members, the religious habits and preferences of senior adults and baby boomers are compared in order to illustrate the distinct generational perspectives that exist. The implication of these differences is discussed with particular attention being given to the changing face of senior adult ministry.

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As they move toward late adulthood, the baby boom generation is impacting the activities of churches in a number of ways including the configuration of senior adult ministries. Using a survey of 951 church members, the religious habits and preferences of senior adults and baby boomers are compared in order to illustrate the distinct generational perspectives that exist. The implication of these differences is discussed with particular attention being given to the changing face of senior adult ministry.

Key concepts: Baby boomers, Baby boom, Christian ministry, Face (sociological concept), Order (exchange), Gerontology, Psychology, Sociology

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