Shaping Worship Across Generations

AELP Gathering

Theme: Intergenerational Worship: Shaping Worship Across Generations

We are delighted to invite you to the AELP Zoom Gathering, a unique opportunity to join a wider audience from across the country. Whether you’re familiar with Zoom or new to the platform, we’ve made sure this session will be engaging and interactive. Plus, it will be recorded for later viewing on the NZLPA website, so you won’t miss a moment!

About the Session

This year’s theme, “Intergenerational Worship: Shaping Worship Across Generations,” will explore the significance of designing worship experiences that speak to people of all ages. Rev. Michael Lemanu, Regional Enabler for Te Whānau Weteriana o Taranaki, will lead a thought-provoking discussion on why intergenerational worship matters – even for congregations that may not have a large youth presence.

He will offer practical insights on how lay preachers and worship leaders can create services that are mindful of diverse generations, contexts, and backgrounds, and how to make worship more inclusive for everyone.

Co-Facilitators

The session will be co-facilitated by So’otaga Misikei, the incoming Young Adults Leadership Development Coordinator for the Lower North Island Synod. So’otaga brings experience as a ministry student within the Taranaki District of the Methodist Church and will contribute his perspective on young adult leadership in worship.

What to Expect

This session will follow a Talanoa (conversational) format, allowing participants to share their experiences and insights. Alongside rich discussion, we will explore the practical “mechanics” of worship, including music, liturgy, inclusive language, and creativity. Whether you’re a seasoned worship leader or a lay preacher, you’ll leave with new ideas and inspiration for your ministry.