Millenials are often talked ABOUT instead of talked TO, especially in the church. People gather to ask, "Where are millenials? How do we get millenials in church? Why aren't they here?" But today is different. Two millenials sit down to chat about the experiences of millenials in the church, especially the fact that we ARE here.
Rev. Dr. Colie Beittivia is here to share with us about her doctoral research, all about the experiences of millenials in church, as well as the gifts and blessings they bring. Whether you are a millenial or not, whether you are a church person or not, this conversation is for you.
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Rev. Dr. Colie Bettivia has been serving as Associate Pastor of Grace Congregational United Church of Christ, in Two Rivers WI, since 2013. She grew up in Glen Ellyn, a suburb of Chicago. She has a Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Illinois and a Master of Divinity from Lancaster Theological Seminary, and in May of 2020, graduated with a Doctor of Ministry degree from Lancaster Theological Seminary. Her doctoral research project was a study on Millennials in church and is titled: "Hello, We're Here! Active Participation in Traditional Church Congregations by Those in the Millennial Generation." She lives in Two Rivers with her husband, Tobin, and their young son, Lincoln. Together, they enjoy running, hiking, and trying new foods.