Young Adults Gather

Thanks to Rev. Daphne Grant Urban for bringing this Great Idea to my attention.

It comes from the ELCA, but I believe similar opportunities exist in all denominations, these days.

The ELCA is supporting Young Adults Ministries around the country called ‘Gathers’, which are informal, young adult-led gatherings that are ‘not worship’, but locally-determined ways for young adults (in the ELCA, that’s ages 18-35) to enjoy social connections that deepen faith and provide opportunities for community engagement.

Read the whole article here.

Does your denomination – statewide, regionally, or nationally – provide funding for such gatherings?

Might your congregation focus on this as part of your community outreach?

What might your congregation learn from the intention and format of Young Adult Gatherings that would inform and enhance your own YA ministries?

Find numerous resources for Reorienting congregational outreach and mission in our lib guide.