CFC Singles for Christ

June 29, 2012

Jhonsen D. Sales

SFC CLP Talk #11 –

The Life and Mission of CFC Singles for Christ

Committed Group of Christians

CFC Singles For Christ is a community covenanted to Christ to follow Him at all times and in the power of the Holy Spirit.

SFC is part of the Family Ministries of Couples for Christ.

Launched on June 18, 1993CFC Kids for Christ (KFC). CFC Youth for Christ (YFC). CFC Singles for Christ (SFC).CFC Handmaids of the Lord (HOLD).

What is CFC Singles for Christ (SFC)?

SFC VISION:

Every single man and woman all over the world experiencing Christ.

What are we called to do?

CFC VISION:FAMILIES IN THE HOLY SPIRITRENEWING THE FACE OF THE EARTH

SFC EXPANDED VISION:Singles for Christ is the next generation of Couples for Christ, empowered by the Holy Spirit to journey and witness with single men and women in their discovery and pursuit of vocations and the fullness of the mission towards building a Christ-centered society.

What are we called to do?

SFC MISSION:

Building the Church of the Home.Building the Church of the Poor.

What are we called to do?

CFC MISSION:BUILDING THE CHURCH OF THE HOMEBUILDING THE CHURCH OF THE POOR

The Great Commission “Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, until the end of the age.” (Matt 28:19-20)

What are we called to do?

We believe that our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit.

We believe that God gave us gifts and talents with which we can serve and glorify Him.

We believe in the indissolubility of Christian marriage.

PHILOSOPHY OF THE CFC SINGLES FOR CHRIST

We believe that we are called to live out our faith fully.

We believe in living productive lives as citizens of our country, obeying its laws and respecting its institutions.

We believe that individual and corporate renewal can best be achieved by having a deep personal relationship with Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior.

PHILOSOPHY OF THE CFC SINGLES FOR CHRIST

By our committed relationships.We believe that we have a responsibility to encourage and support one another.

We have a 5‑point commitment which is embodied in a small white card which we carry with us. COVENANT CARD

How do we support one another in CFC Singles for Christ?

Through households.to provide a means for encouraging and hastening growth as a Christian.

share life experiences andGod's practical wisdom.helped to overcome obstacles in the Christian life.

develop real friendships and true brotherhood / sisterhood.

How do we support one another in CFC Singles for Christ?

The household meets once a week, on the same day of the week as mutually agreed on by its members.

The household meetings are held in the homes of the group members, on rotation basis from week to week.

3 ingredients of household meeting:1. period of prayer and worship2. time for sharing or discussion3. and some time for fellowship

How do we support one another in CFC Singles for Christ?

By our ongoing teaching and formation.Covenant Orientation.Singles Weekend Retreat I.Evangelization Training.By the other regular activities of our

community.Monthly prayer assemblies.Lord's Day celebrations, Anniversaries,Family Days, Evangelization Rallies, Leaders Conferences, etc. Social activities.

How do we support one another in CFC Singles for Christ?

ScripturesScripture Readings:

Psalm 22:28‑32Psalm 144:12‑15Colossians 3:18‑21Psalm 127:3‑5

Deuteronomy 8:11‑20 Deuteronomy 26:16‑18 1 Peter 2:9‑10

Good News: Read, meditate and reflect!

PraiseGOD!

Thank you!

Love from Jesus, fill us!Holy Spirit, guide us!God the Father,your will be done! AMEN