Evangelization is a real deal for lay Catholics who are active in lay associations. One of these association is Couples for Christ, a private and international association of the Faithfuls of Pontifical Right. It exists in 163 countries and has its headquarters in Metro Manila, Philippines.
To join this community, a couple has to undergo a 12-week Christian Life Program, punctuated by one-on-one sessions with facilitators every after four talks. Upon becoming a member, a couple is assigned to a 'household' along with 4-5 other couples. Households meet at least twice a month for prayer and fellowship.
A group of households constitute a unit. A group of units constitute a chapter. Each chapter is organized to operate with the standard family and social ministries that allow couples to reach out to the kids, youth, singles, widows and widowers, those who pursue single blessedness and those in complicated situations. Social ministries include the music ministry, prison ministry, work for the poor and many others.
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Members of Couples for Christ (CFC) Singapore
on a mission in Darwin, Australia |
Sis Yolly Sison of Couples for Christ Singapore writes: All throughout the service, I shared my all. I obeyed the leading of my Savior, my commanding General. Though it was difficult, I knew that GOD wanted me to be an instrument to share His message. GOD used me in many ways possible.
This second time that I was in Darwin, I again witnessed and experienced the warm embrace, generosity, and hospitality of our dear brothers and sisters. You can see happiness in their faces. I was truly inspired with the overwhelming support, great fellowship, and their good service.
Darwin will always be forever in my heart. It will always be a part of my everyday life. I will always remember that for once, that world became part of mine. With this experience, I came to know the deepest meaning of being a missionary. The essence and the grace I got from this experience is incomparable.
With God at my side, I was victorious and triumphant. I was able to stand up against all the oppressions that I faced. I will keep on holding to His promise as GOD says "I will fight for you; you need only to be still. (Exodus14:14)
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