Larry Osborne, pastor of North Coast Church and author of Sticky Teams and Sticky Church, has posted some very helpful thoughts for church leaders seeking to make sure that the younger generation has a place at the leadership table in their church. He writes:
... most churches are started by young eagles. But soon after getting their nest built, nicely appointed, and fully furnished, they start to marginalize the next batch of young eagles, asking them to sit at the kid’s table and wait for their turn at middle-aged leadership.
To counteract that natural tendency, I’ve made it a personal priority to make sure that our young eagles have a place at our leadership table. I see it as my role to enhance their influence within our church, making sure that they are supported, protected, and listened to.
But I have to admit, it’s not always appreciated, especially by middle-aged eagles who think that tenure should be the primary determiner of influence. Read more.
I think what he's saying makes a lot of sense. It takes real leaders to go against the grain and make sure that everyone is represented at the leadership table, but it's an absolute must if you want to keep growing as a church and remain relevant. But this is just a snapshot of what Larry has to say, so read more here.
HT: Larry Osborne
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