In a recent seminar on how to design meaningful worship services, Dr. Glen Martin outlined for us the unique expectations these individuals have of worship. The Builder generation expects religious terminology to be used. They are familiar with it and understand its meaning. The Boomers find it somewhat confusing, and as far as the Busters go, you might as well be speaking a foreign language. Religious education has disappeared from our schools and largely from our homes.
Builders enjoy quiet in the service, Boomers tolerate it, and Busters find it absolutely boring.
Builders want to come to a service where the order of service is familiar. The Boomers are open to some change, and the Busters demand it. Busters look at sameness as boring and lacking excitement. Builders think it is important to dress your best for God. Boomers can either wear a tie or sport shirt.