The implications for church leadership are even more challenging when we realize how many Boomer pastors specifically will be retiring. This generation was, until recently, the largest generation in America’s history. Millennials now represent the largest generation.
Keep in mind that the ages of these pastors today range from 50 to 68. The Boomers have more pastors represented in their generation than any other. There are many pastors reaching retirement age every month. And I’m not sure our churches are ready for this transition. So this week, we analyze the issue and provide advice for both pastors looking to retire as well as churches with aging pastors. Read more
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The ACNA clergy that attended the investiture of Archbishop Foley Beech were largely Boomers--graying middle-aged male bishops and priests and female deacons. The congregation was also largely Boomers. While the ACNA does have a number of younger priests and deacons, the denomination is clearly going to be impacted by this transition.
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