Resources for intergenerational church

In this Intergenerational church series, we've brought together a wide range of practitioners who have already embarked on the intergenerational journey. Here they share their experience and expertise – on topics such as the theology of intergenerational worship, how to take your first steps on the journey, and practical points to think about along the way.

This is for all of us The power of intergenerational ministry Darren Philip Read article   Watch podcast    Listen
'I like the sound of intergenerational church BUT...' Addressing objections Suzi Farrant Read article   Watch podcast    Listen
First steps towards intergenerational ministry Adopting intergenerational practice while gaining buy-in from leaders and members Sam Richards Read article   Watch podcast    Listen
Skills for leading intergenerational worship Ensuring connection and engagement Rachel Turner Read article   Watch podcast    Listen
Preaching the gospel for all ages What it looks like and how to get started David Csinos Read article   Watch podcast    Listen
Songs for everyone Paying attention to what we sing together Becky Drake Read article   Podcast coming soon!
Flourishing through leadership Effective leadership styles Tammy Preston   Article and podcast coming soon!
Can we have a youth group and still be intergenerational? How intergenerational and peer ministry work together Suzi Farrant Read article   Watch podcast    Listen

Roots is part of Intergenerate UK & Ireland, a network that supports and advises the development of intergenerational church. Find out more about Intergenerate UK & Ireland

How do Roots' Worship Together resources equip leaders of intergenerational church?

Roots Worship Together resources help you to plan and prepare gatherings that genuinely engage everyone - whatever their age. 

Our resources are carefully designed to help you engage everyone in your congregation or group, whether you're meeting in person or online.

Rather than categorising resources by age, we draw on Joyce Bellous' and David Csinos' research into spiritual styles: different ways in which people experience God. Offering a wide variety of activities across a range of styles can help you to engage everyone.

You can use our ready-to-go service outline – ideal for leaders with less confidence or time. You'll find it online:

View sample outline: all-age act of worship

Alternatively, you can put together your own journey through the weekly resources, using this flexible ‘menu’: