Generations

I have found the generational differences interesting. These are the general views that folks of different generations have on subjects associated with the church. Maybe I need to refresh our minds with the different generation groupings.

Richard L. Hamm in his book "Recreating the Church, Leadership for the Postmodern Age," lists these different generations:
The World War II generation born 1915-1930. Their generation was shaped by their war experience. Known for "saving the world."
The Silent generation born 1931-1944 was a smaller group and less influential than the WWII folks. Their war was the Korean War.
The Baby Boomer generation, born 1945-1965. These folks, I am one, "was born and raised during a time of unparalleled economic expansion and optimism. They were told they could do and be anything they wanted, and many of them believed it." The Vietnam War was OUR war.
The Baby Busters were born from 1965 to 1982. They grew up in the midst of a world that experienced some shortages and lines at the gas pump. "Parented as much or more by peers as by their parents." Also known as the Generation X folks.
The Millennials were born 1982 to today.

As I read different authors, I am finding that there are characteristics that are associated with a certain age group. These then have tendencies that must be considered in the life of the church.

Where are you? What is your generation and characteristic?

Gary L. McIntosh in his book: "One Church Four Generations, Understanding and Reaching All Ages in Your Church," actually lumps together the generations. In doing so he has recognized that the generations take and share with each other. The grouping allows for some interesting reading and helps one in my position to consider some generalities.