The Archdiocesan Family Life Commission: Nurturing the Domestic Church

The Archdiocesan Family Life Commission holds a foundational place in the life and mission of the Church, as it is primarily tasked with the orientation, formation, and spiritual care of families, which are considered the domestic Church and the basic unit of Christian community. Its mission is both pastoral and prophetic—aimed at helping families live out the Gospel in their homes and reflect God’s love in society.

In a world where moral values are increasingly being eroded and many time-honored virtues are being replaced by vices, this Commission seeks to reawaken Catholic families to their divine calling. It promotes the dignity of marriage, responsible parenthood, respect for life, and the sanctity of the home. Through its programs and outreach, it fosters environments where love, respect, and discipline can thrive according to the teachings of the Church.

By focusing on the formation of the family, the Commission indirectly strengthens the entire Church. A healthy, faith-filled home is the seedbed of vocations, the first school of love, and the primary place where children learn to pray, to serve, and to live as disciples of Christ.

In all its endeavors, the Archdiocesan Family Life Commission seeks to inspire families to be living witnesses of the Gospel, offering a countercultural model rooted in charity, unity, and holiness. As the Church continues to face new challenges in the modern age, the Commission remains steadfast in its mission to rebuild society by rebuilding the family, one home at a time.

This commission has a touch of orientating the basic core of the Christian community towards imbibing good conduct at home and abroad; indoctrinating, training, and promoting Catholic teachings in the family where values have now been switched for vices. She plays a supervisory role to maintain, preserve; hand down what has been the deposit of faith in the life of the Church 

Key areas of the Commission’s work include:

• Doctrinal Formation: The Commission is actively involved in indoctrinating and educating families on Catholic teachings, especially in areas such as marriage, sexuality, parenting, and moral living. It organizes seminars, workshops, and retreats to deepen understanding and encourage faithful living.
• Spiritual Accompaniment and Support: Families are offered pastoral care and counseling, especially those facing crises, marital difficulties, or societal pressure. The Commission offers a safe space where individuals and couples can receive both spiritual guidance and practical help.
• Preservation of the Faith: Acting as a guardian of tradition, the Commission plays a supervisory and formative role in maintaining and handing down the deposit of faith as it relates to family life. It ensures that Catholic values and practices are preserved, celebrated, and passed on to future generations.
• Cultural Renewal: In response to the changing moral landscape, the Commission engages in advocacy and public witness, promoting family-friendly policies and speaking out against cultural trends that undermine Christian family life