The ministry in development, implementation and replication is guided by knowing that—

• Parents are the First Priests in the life of their children

• Children are witness to the Kingdom of God

• Children are imprinted before birth with a spiritual identity

• Faith is a gift of the Spirit

• Parenting is a holy calling

• God’s Spirit is present and at work in the lives of families right from the start

• Faith is the most important component in developing strong Christian families

• Children are both actors and recipients of faith nurture in a family

• A strong link between home and church is essential for life-long faith formation

• The role of the church is to nurture and empower parents as first priests

• Sensory liturgical rituals and practices nurture body, mind and spirit

• Circles of faith extend beyond the immediate family

• Intentional reflection and preparation deepen faith