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ignite a generation to change the world
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Could a new Jesus Movement be on the horizon? Only younger? Could God be raising up a generation without a voice to be his voice for proclaiming his message of hope to the world?
What if we invest our time, energy and money in this generation of kids and youth? Is it possible that we could see a movement of epic proportions? We realize that the power to do this isn’t in our human strength. The power is in the seed, not the sower. The Holy Spirit is drawing kids to himself. God so desperately wants kids to know and experience his love and power, that he will reach them in whatever way he can.
So, here we are, stepping out in faith, risking everything, because we desire to see an entire generation say “YES” to the greatest love story they could ever be part of. John Wimber, the founder of the Vineyard Movement, used to tell us that the cost of saying yes to Jesus is always the same….“It costs everything.” ` Here we go. Into the unknown. Giving everything we have. But, there is no place we’d rather be than in the middle of His dream for a generation.
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We invite you to link arms with us and join us in this adventure. Together we can change the life of a child and even the world! The best is yet to come……
Rick & Becky Olmstead Generation Now Co-Directors Global 4/14 Movement Leaders
DREAM They are not the next generation but Generation Now.
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We believe God has a dream for this generation to become a force of his love and power in the world today. We’re a collective of people coming together to ignite this now generation to change the world.
Motivated by the love we’ve found in Jesus, we are committed to reach, rescue, root and release this emerging generation into the dream of God for their lives. Together, young and old, we are on one mission to see God’s kingdom established throughout the earth.
AWAKENING A GENERATION TO A LIFE WITH JESUS
REACH/ If a child can come into an authentic relationship with Jesus, not only will their life be changed, but they can transform their community and even the world around them.
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BRINGING HOPE TO A GENERATION AT RISK
RESCUE/ Giving a generation of kids trapped in the vicious cycles of poverty, violence, abuse and hopelessness a chance at a new future. The church can be a family and sanctuary for those in harm’s way.
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CULTIVATING LIFE CHANGING GOD MOMENTS THAT LAST FOREVER
ROOT/ We want to create a culture to dream & grow where everything is seen through the lens that God is good. Believing that family is God’s ultimate design, we are committed to partnering with them.
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EMPOWERING A GENERATION TO CHANGE THE WORLD
RELEASE/ Encouraging, supporting, and equipping them so that they can become all they were created to be. Creating space and opportunity for them to do what seems impossible.
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what we do...
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>Advocacy
>Partnerships & Networks
Championing the vision God has given us for this generation through the local church and relevant organizations. To help churches and organizations raise awareness, we will work to provide support through blogs, consulting, speaking, internships, mentoring and conferences.
We believe we are better together when we link arms and let our strengths and gifts come together. We have strategic partnerships primarily with The 4to14 movement, Vineyard USA, OneHope, and like minded churches around the world.
>GenNow Publishing
As an entity of Generation Now, our publishing company was born out of a dream to bring a re-imagined way to share the Good News of Jesus with kids. Check out our kids book, “The Best News Ever� by Becky Olmstead! Stay tuned for more to come from GenNow Publishing. Available at barnesandnoble.com, Amazon, and beckyolmstead.net/bestnewsever.
For more info about advocacy, partnership and publishing
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GIVE
We are a non-profit initiative that exists solely on generous gifts from people who believe in this vision. We invite you to join us by committing to give monthly, yearly or a first time gift! Gifts in kind are welcomed as well.
SERVE
Use your gifts and talents to advance the cause of Christ in this generation such as accounting, administration, graphics, IT, social media, hospitality, communications, etc. Volunteer and internship opportunities available.
PRAY
Become a strategic partner in this ministry by standing alongside us in prayer. We need people who will support us with prayer as we ask God to ignite a generation to change the world.
CONNECT
Sign up to receive our emails, resources, newsletters & blogs. This is a great way to stay connected to God’s heart for this now generation.
To give, serve, and connect
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THANK YOU Thank you for linking arms with us as we step into this new role. We are so grateful for your “yes” to join us on this journey. Just like your support is a step of faith, this has been a step of faith for us as well. Together, we have the privilege of partnering in what we believe is a sovereign move of God among kids around the world.
There is nothing that we want more than to see a whole generation ignited with the love and power of Jesus, and it’s your generous gift that makes this possible. We are so excited for this next season of our lives and are so grateful that you are a part of it! With much love and appreciation, Rick and Becky Olmstead
Co-Leaders of 4/14 Movement and Generation Now
YES! I want to partner with you to reach this Now Generation
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SMALL THINGS DONE WITH GREAT LOVE WILL CHANGE THE WORLD - Mother Teresa
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