My buddy Adam Bock pointed me to this article written by Paul Baloche about what it is that twentysomethings really want when it comes to church. Take a look at the article and let me know what you think... is he hitting the nail on the head or missing the mark?
Link: Missing a Beat
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
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Way to go Terrence! A home run with the Baloche article. I couldn't agree more...except to say it's not only those in their twenties that seek authneticity in church. Post-Christian experts say up to 30% of X-Gens and 15% of boomers are with your generation.
Have to agree with Uncle Bob here. From my readings, what Paul Baloche is talking about is the same thing that has all the Willowcreek guys in an uproar with their Reveal. books. They came at this trying to figure out what was going on in their congregation and realized that they were missing the boat.
My only rub with what the Willowcreek guys are doing is that they are charging hundreds and thousands of dollars to churches to figure out if they are as messed up as they are. It's all as Paul Baloche talks about.
People want relationship both with God and with people. We have a megachurch in our own backyard who is shedding off spiritually dissatisfied people like hair from a balding man. I see them every week. People who are tired of seeing the same old feel good message complete with the corny acrostic with good music. Christianity is more than the trappings, it's what is in the heart.
I talk about this in my blog talking about the perils of the driven church.
Yes, I agree. I visited The Loft for on 8/30/08. To be honest I walked in expecting this same gathering mentioned in the article. What I found was The Loft is unique. I felt your sermon was calling me out in the crowd...thanks. It’s something I miss when I go to mass. In all honesty it was harder for me to walk in to your church since I was raised Catholic. I’m more drawn to service that are traditional. But like the article states I’m seeking. What I found on Sunday feed a small part of my appetite. Thanks
L.Murray,
It is good to hear your story. I grew up Catholic as well and it is a little difficult to get over that "formula" for what a church service should be. I made the transition from the traditional Methodist services to the loft a little over a year ago and have not looked back since. I promise that if you can get over the "religousocity" that we grew up with that the spiritual growth, mission, and friendships at the loft will be stronger and more challenging than you ever imagined.
Welcome and keep it comin'.
PAX
JD
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