In the film Blue Like Jazz, the church is shown as something that actually establishes the church as a function of spiritual support and affirmation. Blue Like Jazz depicts the story of a young man, named Don, who is about to go to college, due to frustration with his religious mother and at his father's suggestion, he chooses to attend a secular college instead of his originally intended Baptist . school. At first glance, the church appears to play a small role in the narrative of this film, however, upon closer examination, it is clear that the church is a driving force behind the actions and beliefs of the film's main character. At first, Don's beliefs are confirmed and established by attending his Baptist church on Sunday mornings. He also participates as an assistant pastor and helps teach lessons to younger children before the sermon. These actions allow him to gain affirmation in his beliefs and way of life. When he becomes frustrated with his mother, he leaves for a secular college. Once there, he finds friends who share his beliefs in faith or Christianity. He is removed from the community that affirms his beliefs and is left without an anchor of reassurance. Due to the desire for popularity, Don does not immediately seek out a church and begins to drift away from the faith. During the film, Don comes into contact with Penny, an intelligent and attractive girl from whom Don wishes to gain favor. After several events, it is revealed to us that Penny is actually Christian; urges Don to return to the Church and make peace with his mother, thus reconnecting with his community. After much struggle, Don eventually reconnects with a church and shares a meaningful experience with the pastor of Penny's church. Blue Like Jazz uses story and narrative to illuminate an aspect of the relationship that Christians share