Become a 5:1 Church:
Building Faith That Lasts

Every young person needs five caring Christian adults in their life. Discover how your church can be part of a quiet revival, where connection builds faith that endures.

Why It Matters

It’s Not a Crisis of Faith — It’s a Crisis of Connection

Research from the Bible Society, Barna Group, and Fuller Youth Institute shows that young people aren’t walking away from faith, they’re walking away from relationships. The 5:1 Vision helps churches build meaningful, lasting connections between generations so young people can see faith lived out in real life.

“Faith isn’t just taught — it’s caught through relationships.”

What is a 5:1 Church?

The 5:1 Church Is Not a Program — It’s a Culture.

A 5:1 Church is a community where adults and young people share life together. It’s about being present, nurturing transformation, and building a loving, caring community.

It’s not about numbers — it’s about names.

It doesn’t require more staff — it requires you to be intentional.

What does a 5:1 church need?

A congregational-wide embracing & engagement in the 5:1 vision.

It’s possible in any church, regardless of size or youth program.

“We will not hide them from their descendants; we will tell the next generation the praiseworthy deeds of the Lord, his power, and wonders he has done…He commanded our ancestors to teach their children, so the next generation would know them, even the children not yet born, and they in turn would tell their children.”

(Psalm 78:1-6, reminds us that faith is sustained when it’s lived and shared from one generation to the next.)

How to Become a
5:1 Church

Simple. Intentional. Transformative.

A 5:1 church is one that will prioritize the next generation and ensure that for the longevity of their faith, there are adults actively part of their daily lives.

No new programs. No extra staff. Just a commitment to walk with the next generation.

How do you get started?

Identify 5 committed adults for every young person
Create space for shared experiences and mentorship
Model authentic Christian life together

Young people don’t want adults to perform — they want their presence.

Can your church be a 5:1 church?

The answer is yes if you have…

NO KIDS OR YOUTH BUT HAVE CARING & INVESTED ADULTS
NO OFFICIAL KIDS OR YOUTH PROGRAM BUT HAVE CARING & INVESTED ADULTS
A KIDS OR YOUTH PROGRAM AND HAVE CARING & INVESTED ADULTS

Become a 5:1 Church:
Building Faith That Lasts

Every young person needs five caring Christian adults in their life. Discover how your church can be part of a quiet revival, where connection builds faith that endures.

Why It Matters

“Faith isn’t just taught — it’s caught through relationships.”

What is a 5:1 Church?

(Psalm 78:1-6, reminds us that faith is sustained when it’s lived and shared from one generation to the next.)

How to Become a
5:1 Church

Young people don’t want adults to perform — they want their presence.

Faith grows through connection.

Will Your church be a 5:1 Church?

Have Questions? Talk to the CBOQ Next Gen Team!

Become a 5:1 Church: Building Faith That Lasts

Every young person needs five caring Christian adults in their life. Discover how your church can be part of a quiet revival, where connection builds faith that endures.

Why It Matters

“Faith isn’t just taught — it’s caught through relationships.”

What is a 5:1 Church?

(Psalm 78:1-6, reminds us that faith is sustained when it’s lived and shared from one generation to the next.)

How to Become a 5:1 Church

Young people don’t want adults to perform — they want their presence.

Faith grows through connection.

Will Your church be a 5:1 Church?

Have Questions? Talk to the CBOQ Next Gen Team!

Become a 5:1 Church:
Building Faith That Lasts

How to Become a
5:1 Church