Intergenerational Christian Formation: An Incubator and Catalyst for the Transformation of Adult Youth Ministry Volunteers
Year: 2026
Type: article
Abstract: This article explores the changes that bonus spiritual parents and grandparents experience as they persistently journey with adolescents through the ongoing programmed, relational youth ministry of their local church. To better understand this phenomenon, 31 semi-structured qualitative interviews were conducted. The findings demonstrate that intergenerational ministry significantly impacts adult volunteers, transforming their public faith, increasing anticipation of God’s work, and fostering significant relationships within the volunteer team.
Source: Spiritus ORU Journal of Theology
Author: Kerry R Loescher
Institution: Oral Roberts University
Language: English
Subfield: Religious studies
Field: Arts and Humanities
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W7225450424