This article provides a brief overview of key biblical and theological foundations for intergenerational processes in Christian faith communities. On the strength of these perspectives, it advocates that intergenerational interaction is imperative for personal Christian growth and for corporate church life if the practices of both are going to be consistent with their ecclesiology.
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