Engaging a New Generation critically examines our commonly held assumptions as well as our often-used models and methodologies initially developed to reach late Baby Boomer and Generation X teens. It then introduces you to the core characteristics of the Millennial Generation teens and the pastoral implications, where the operational and ministerial borders are expanding far beyond traditional youth ministry. "This text fills a great need." -- Bishop Gerald F. Kicanas, Bishop of Tucson
"Clearly identifies these cultural shifts and shares important current research on youth and families."
Jeffrey Kaster, Ed.D, Saint John's University School of Theology and Seminary, Collegevill
"We as a Church often hope to reach today's young people with yesterday's approach - and then wonder why they don't respond. This book is a must read."
Bob Rice, Speaker, Author, Musician, and Professor of Catechetics at Franciscan University
"Whoever wants the next generation of Catholic youth the most will get them. Let Frank Mercadante show you how!"
Matthew Kelly, New York Times bestselling author of Rediscover Catholicism and founder of
