Teenagers and young adults pray together, sing and listen to a message from one of the youth staff. On this particular night, Epperson talks about finding peace in God's love and trusting him, rather than seeking possessions and control. His message is given in simple words and delivered with modern-day references. After the message, Epperson asks everyone to pray. Boys remove their caps and bow their heads.
Girls hold hands and murmur.
Rich, who has been coming to Legacy House since 1997, said Legacy House has a practical appeal for her. But she came back because she wanted to get closer to God. He's helped me out. In Bremerton, about 70 kids, ages 12 to 18, attend the Family Worship Center's youth church, which meets at the Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel and Conference Center. Before it moved recently from its location in Gorst, FWC's youth church was bringing in 200 kids on Wednesday nights.