4 Every Generation Conference: November 4-6, 2025

Creating a Culture of Intergenerational Faith

📍 The Gathering McCausland, St. Louis, MO

Imagine a community where wisdom meets youthful energy—a space where every generation plays a vital role in shaping a fresh, dynamic culture of discipleship.

Are you ready to break age barriers and build a faith community where all generations grow, worship, and serve—together?

Join us for the “4 Every Generation Conference,” where church leaders, ministry teams, and passionate disciples will reimagine faith formation as a vibrant, intergenerational experience.

This intergenerational conference is an evolution of what used to be a Children’s Ministry Forum. The planning team for this event has dialed in on intergenerational approaches to children’s and youth ministries as the focus.

This transformative event will engage, equip, and inspire you to cultivate a culture of discipleship that connects all ages in meaningful ways. Don’t miss this opportunity to imagine, wonder, and create a fresh new vision for your church’s future!

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Why 4 Every Generation?

We believe that churches have a unique opportunity to integrate and influence the faith formation of younger generations in meaningful ways.

“4 Every Generation: Creating a Culture of Intergenerational Faith” is designed to help churches envision innovative approaches to becoming intergenerational communities where all ages can grow and thrive together in faith.

What you will experience at “4 Every Generation”

✅ Worship experiences that bring together all generations in meaningful and transformative ways.

✅ Inspiration provided through insights from dynamic speakers, panel discussions, and interactive Q&A sessions that challenge and support growth in intergenerational ministry.

✅ Connection in rich conversations that foster relationships with colleagues, denominational leaders, resource organizations, and fellow participants.

✅ Network opportunities with fellow leaders to build relationships that last beyond the conference.

✅ Meaningful relationships that flourish through authenticity and a deep sense of community, including Dream Lab opportunities.

✅ Practical applications for bringing intergenerational faith formation to life and transforming your church’s approach to ministry in innovative ways that foster a welcoming environment for every generation.

Meet Us in St. Louis

Where: The Gathering United Methodist Church

Join us at The Gathering Church in St. Louis, Missouri, for a transformative experience that will engage, equip, and empower you to live out the vision of being a church 4 every generation.

The Gathering Church, a United Methodist multisite church centered in St. Louis, is known for its welcoming, vibrant, and casual community, offering multiple worship services, small groups, and ministries for all ages, with a focus on connection and community building. “4 Every Generation” will be held at the McCausland campus of The Gathering.

Click here to learn more about The Gathering, McCausland, St. Louis, MO.

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Mark your calendar, invite your team, and get ready to experience a groundbreaking shift in how we live and share our faith. Step into a future where every generation thrives, and let’s create something extraordinary together “4 every generation”!

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What to expect in each session of 4 Every Generation:

1. Imagine the Future: Why This Work Matters – Casting a Vision for the Next Generation of Faith

As the landscape of faith formation shifts, children’s and youth ministry has never been more essential. How can we reimagine discipleship to cultivate deep faith, justice, and resilience? This session examines the theological foundations, cultural shifts, and pressing needs that are shaping the future of next-generation ministry within The United Methodist Church

2. Imagine the Mind: How Faith and Brain Science Shape Spirituality – Unlocking the Power of Developmental Science in Ministry

Faith formation is not just spiritual; it’s biological, emotional, and cognitive. This session examines the intersection of neuroscience and faith development, offering leaders cutting-edge insights into neurodiversity, trauma, and generational shifts. Discover how to foster meaningful, developmentally appropriate spiritual growth in children and youth.

3. Imagine Sanctuary: Building Ministries That Heal – Radical Welcome for Every Child, Every Family

In an age of rising anxiety, exclusion, and systemic injustice, how do we create spaces where all children and teens experience belonging? This session explores trauma-informed ministry, radical hospitality for LGBTQIA+ youth and marginalized communities, and practical strategies for addressing racism, ableism, and mental health challenges. Reimagine church as a sanctuary of love and justice.

4. Imagine the Home: Nurturing Faith in Families – Expanding Faith Formation Beyond the Church Walls

Faith doesn’t happen just at church—it happens around the dinner table, in the carpool line, and in everyday conversations. Research is shifting how we think about faith formation in families, showing us how to empower parents, caregivers, and intergenerational communities to nurture faith in meaningful ways. This session explores innovative strategies for supporting families in an era of shifting church dynamics.

5. Imagine Courage: Leading Change with Hope – Resilient Leadership in an Uncertain Future

The future of ministry is being written now. How do we lead with courage, adaptability, and hope? This session offers practical wisdom on leading through change, navigating limited resources, avoiding burnout, and sustaining spiritual resilience. We’ll explore the power of advocacy in children’s and youth ministry, from curriculum challenges to justice work, and cast a vision for partnerships that extend beyond the church.