The Christian Family Movement (CFM) is a concrete expression of the family as “domestic church” in which members live their faith actively and a network of small family groups based in parishes. CFM continues to reach out in action to inspire families to follow Christ and live their faith joyfully and generously. Groups often consist of 5 to 15 families, which may include couples, single parents, widows, widowers and individuals, who seek to become true family communities and work together to promote mutual growth. Founded in 1948 in Chicago and established in 1967 in Sri Lanka, the CFM is the first organization that encourages small family groups to pray and do good works together.

Christian –  Christ is our Lord and Teacher.

Family –  We belong to a family and to God’s family.

Movement –  We move from prayer to action, growing spiritually and helping others.

In some countries these family groups have other names, such as Christian Family and Social Movement, Happy Family Movement, Basic Ecclesial Communities, Family Life Promotion Groups, Christian Home Movement and others.

CFM groups meet every two weeks or once a month at a parish venue for spiritual growth and social action. The meeting, attended by a CFM cell(branch) chaplain(Parish Priest), provides continuing spiritual education and develops social responsibility. The groups follow family life program guidebooks and affiliate with the International Confederation of Christian Family Movements (ICCFM).