In a highly readable and informative style, authors Monte and Norma Sahlin present a well-researched view of the Adventist family at the start of the 21st century. Charts, graphs, and supporting tables reveal fascinating portraits of the diversity in today's Adventist family. Study guides are... [Show more]
This study guide is designed to help a small group read and discuss A New Generation of Adventist Families by Monte and Norma Sahlin. What is the Adventist family really like? Anecdotal information about Adventist family life abounds, distorting our perceptions of what is really going on. Our... [Show more]
This final report of four in a series summarizes and recommends strategies for reaching new generations. Of special interest are the sections "Key Elements for a Local Church Strategy" and "Recommendations for a Conference Strategy."
This report is the first in a series of reports on research and strategy studies conducted for the Pacific Union Conference. The study sought to answer four questions: What feelings do baby boomers have about church structure and loyalty to the Adventist message and mission? What are the... [Show more]
This report is the second in a series of reports of research and strategy studies conducted for the Pacific Union Conference. It focuses on the results of surveys from focus groups of baby boomer members and pastors regarding what helps baby boomers want to stay in the church.
This report is the third in a series of reports on research and strategy studies conducted for the Pacific Union Conference. In this report, more in-depth information is given regarding the results of surveys of five churches within the Pacific Union and identifies nine significant characteristics... [Show more]
