The last two decades have seen many churches in the Western world undergo some major redecorating, doing away with the old pews and vestments, and replacing the organs with trendy worship bands.
Even when it comes to the building type, new congregations today will often be found gathering together in minimalist auditoriums, theatres or community halls, rather than ornate stone churches with spires and stained glass.
These choices are likely to reflect assumptions about the kind of church that will have the most appeal to the people they want to become part of the community of God.
With Millennials often dubbed the "missing generation" in today's church, the obvious question for many congregations is how to appeal to them....
Dr. Alan Cairns | 5/11/2009
