Best of all, many of those teens are watching it with Mom and Dad. Each week, viewers share a slice of life with this large family. A loving, caring and devoted pastor spends his days counseling and instructing his parishioners . . . and progeny. Mom stays busy with the twins.
Episodes routinely grapple with tough real life issues.
And as a rule, traditional values emerge. When it becomes obvious that bigotry prompted the oversight, the Camdens stand up for what's right and prove themselves loyal friends. After a pregnant teenage runaway steals Matt's car, the Camdens take her in and attempt reconciliation with her family. Never condoning sexual irresponsibility, Rev. Camden and his family love the girl and find her a home when her parents refuse to forgive and accept her back. High value is placed on the sanctity of life.