ESSENTIAL CHURCH? Reclaiming a Generation of Dropouts

Erik Synnestvedt’s precise delivery enhances the authors’ examination of the relationship between young adults and the Christian church. Part One examines the reasons that more than two-thirds of young adults 18-22 years old nationwide leave the church. Part Two spells out how the church could be more relevant to young adults in today’s world and includes suggestions on how to bring them back to the fold. With lightly accented enunciation and attention to detail Synnestvedt discusses how churches need to return to a clear, simple structure, preach sermons with strong biblical teaching, have an evangelistic outreach worldwide and within the community, and commit to and support their congregations. This call to church relevance should be required listening for all pastors. G.D.W. © AudioFile 2008, Portland, Maine [Published: DECEMBER 2008]