The challenge of passing on the faith is central to our mission. Along with the Youth and Family Institute we engourage all people to practice the Four Keys for passing on the faith.

1. Caring Conversation - Christian values and faith are passed on to the next generation through supportive conversation. Listening and responding to the daily concerns of our children makes it easier to have meaningful conversations regarding the love of God and is itself a way to express God's love to others.

2. Family Devotions - To pass on the Christian faith to children and youth, adults need to learn the Christian message and biblical story as their own story. Christianity shapes the whole of one's life and therefore involves a lifetime of Christian study, reflection, and prayer.

3. Family Service - Children, youth, and adults are more likely to be influenced by those who "walk the talk." The Christian talk is expressed in the Good Samaritan story, the care of others, and especially the care of those in need. Service projects are best done with family members and other intergenerational groups.

4. Family Rituals and Traditions - Daily routines, celebrations, and other ways families choose to identify who they are and tell their family stories, speak volumes about what the family values, believes, and promotes.

BLC often distributes Partnering Home and Congregation materials to equip families to practice these Four Keys.

Click here for more information on the 4 Keys and 4 R Rhythm.