WHY CFM ?

The Christian Family Movement is a parish and neighborhood network of small groups. A typical CFM group consists of a small group of families with the parents meeting one or two evenings a month in one another's homes. They follow special programming that focuses on topics of importance to their marriages, families, church and community. Families benefit in at least six ways.

First, CFM provides a Christian community in which individuals, marriages and families are supported and grow. Parents interact with other parents who have similar morals and values. Families socialize together and develop an extended family connection. This interaction between families helps to build a strong family support system.

Second, this experience helps husbands and wives spend time together and develop common interests. Various aspects of the program enhance the couple relationship. Experience shows that CFM is a non-threatening environment for inter-faith marriages.

Thirdly, CFM enriches families. Much of what is discussed in the small group meetings is carried back into the family. Members learn how to be better parents and how to build happier families.

Fourth, CFM challenges participants to be seven-day-a-week Christians. It helps individuals and families apply the gospels to their everyday life. CFM nurtures spiritual growth and provides Christian formation for the entire family.

Fifth, CFM builds self-confidence because it challenges individuals to develop their gifts and talents. It is a catalyst for creating parish and community leaders.

Sixth, CFM increases social consciousness. It helps families to be aware of the problems in their families, neighborhoods and community. CFM encourages them to dialogue and make changes.

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