Couples For Christ (CFC) Christian Life Program - Talk No. 11 The Life & Mission of Couples for Christ PowerPoint by Sammy A. Cruz sacruzdoodle

1. Christian Life Program – Talk 11

2. Christian Life Program
2 August 2014

3. Explain the
life & mission
of Couples for Christ
Inspire people
to be a part
of Couples for Christ

4. Ministry fortherenewal&strengtheningof
Christianfamilylife
StartedinJune1981with16couples

5. In 2012, with 700,000 adult members
and 300,000 kids/youth in 120 countries
around the world and growing…

6. Is ONE
with the
Catholic
Church

7. Has ministries
for family members
otherthancouples

8. Lives out the social
teachings of the Church thru
its ANCOP program

9. What are we called to do?

10. VISION
FAMILIES IN THE HOLY SPIRIT
RENEWING THE FACE OF THE EARTH

11. MISSION
BUILDING THE CHURCH OF THE HOME,
BUILDING THE CHURCH OF THE POOR
WearecommittedtoliveinGod’srighteousness
andholiness,evangelizingpeoplethroughalifeoflove
andservice;weshallworkfortherenewaloffamilies
thatwillserveGodandbuildgenerationsof
Christianleaders;andweshallpursue
TotalChristianLiberationthroughsocialjustice,
respectforlife,andworkwiththepoor
* Reason for Being

12. PHILOSOPHY: WE BELIEVE
Inmarriageasanindissolubleinstitution
astaughtbyourLordJesusChrist;
ThatGodcreatedmanandwifewith
equalpersonalworthanddignity;
Intheinalienableandirreplaceablerightand
responsibilityofparentstoeducatetheirchildren;
Thatthefamily,inpracticingthegospelmessage,
sharesinthelifeandmissionoftheChurch;
ThatChristianfamilyrenewalcanbestbeachieved
byinvitingJesustobetheLordofourhomes.
* Beliefs and Ideals

13. The family as the basic unit
of society is God’s plan
The condition of families determines
the condition of society as a whole
Strengthening family life is the best
for the moral regeneration of society

14. By working for the renewal of
individuals, families and the
Church on a global basis
By providing a strong support
environment for our members
How Do We Accomplish Our Mission?

15. How do we support each other?

16. By Our Committed Relationship
5-Point Covenant of CFC
1. I shall live as a follower of Christ
2. I dedicate myself to the task of building a strong
family for Christ
3. I will make myself available to the Lord for service
4. I will relate in love and loyalty to other families in CFC
5. I shall study and seek to grow as a Christian person
and in understanding and fulfilment of my marriage
vocation

17. Through “Households”
Asmallerandmoreintimateenvironmentfor
personalsupportintheChristianlifetoencourage
andhastengrowth asaChristian
SharinglifeexperiencesasGod'spracticalwisdom
HelpingovercomeobstaclesintheChristianlife
Developingtruebrotherhood/sisterhood,withoutwhichour
Christianlifewouldlackjoyfulexpression

18. Through “Households”
Basic ingredientsinatypical
household meeting:
Anextendedperiodofprayerandworship
Atimeforsharingordiscussion
Sometimeforfellowship

19. By ongoing teaching and formation
Formal 1st-Yr. Teaching Program
Covenant Orientation
Marriage Enrichment Retreat
Evangelization Training
By the regular activities of our
community
Monthly Prayer Assemblies
Lord’s Day Celebrations, Anniversaries, Family Days,
Evangelization Rallies, Leader’s Conferences, etc.
Social Activities

20. We are living in exciting times
As we see the deterioration of
Christian values and family life
everywhere, we also see God’s
loving hand in restoring the
Christian family back to His original
plan

21. Think and pray about
"The covenant of CFC“
Understand it
Accept it as helpful / necessary for
Christian family living
Live it out
1. I shall live as a follower of Christ
2. I dedicate myself to the task of building a strong family for Christ
3. I will make myself available to the Lord for service
4. I will relate in love and loyalty to other families in CFC
5. I shall study and seek to grow as a Christian person and in
understanding and fulfilment of my marriage vocation

22. Brothers & Sisters,
if CFC is for you,
we invite you to come
back, ready to make the
covenant

23. 2 August 2014
Christian Life Program

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Christian Life Program – Talk 11