Faith in the Home
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Vibrant Faith Ministries identifies Four Key Faith Practices essential for nurturing faith, values, and character formation. These Four Keys are the core concepts in nurturing strong parental faith and in strengthening relationships between other family members, thereby strengthening their faith. These Key Practices are: Caring conversations Christians values and faith are passed on to the next generation through supportive conversation. Listening and responding to the daily concerns of our children make it easier to have meaningful conversations regarding the love of God. They are ways to express God's love to others. Devotions Adults need to learn the Christian message and the biblical story as their own story if they are to pass on their faith to their children and others. Our Christian faith shapes the whole of our lives and involves a lifetime of study, reflection, and prayer. Service Children, youth, and adults are most likely to be influenced by those who "walk the talk." There are many opportunities for service: some in the home, some in the congregation, some in the larger community. Whatever type of service you choose, it is best done with family members or other intergenerational groups. Rituals & traditions Families identify themselves and tell their family stories through daily routines, celebrations, and rituals. Whether it's annual summer vacations, hanging Christmas ornaments, or an informal liturgy before bedtime, these activities speak volumes about what the family values, believes and promotes, and how much the family values its faith. |
