June 2020 Newsletter
Dear AFC Family,
Praised be Jesus Christ! Now and forever!
Tomorrow we celebrate the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the AFC’s founding anniversary. Forty-five years ago, an ordinary couple, Jerry and Gwen Coniker, received a call to protect families from the challenges in society and strengthen them in the Catholic Faith through Family Consecration.
Since then, the AFC has been helping families grow together in truth and holiness through its various ministries and the generous support of its Members, staff, benefactors, and families that have been touched by the ministry. We can’t thank you enough. What a blessing it is that you are part of the AFC.
Amidst the current challenges that families, our nation, and the world face, we keep our focus on the Sacred Heart of Jesus and strive to belong entirely to Him through Our Lady and St. Joseph. We can be assured of what Jesus said to St. Margaret Mary Alacoque: “My Divine Heart is so passionately in love with humanity that it can no longer contain within itself the flames of its ardent love. It must pour them out through [you], and manifest itself to them with its precious treasures, which contain all the graces which they need to be saved.” READ MORE...
AFC Pillar of Spirituality: A Month by Month Account of the Fatima Apparitions
Take Refuge in the Immaculate Heart: June 13 Fatima Apparition
One month later, on June 13, Lucia, Jacinta, and Francisco left the parish celebration being held for the Feast of St. Anthony and went to the Cova da Iria. After they prayed a Rosary, the heavenly Lady arrived with a flash of light. She stood on the tree like before.
“What do you want of me?” Lucia asked her.
“I wish you to come here on the thirteenth of next month, to pray the Rosary every day, and to learn to read. Later, I will tell you what I want,” the Lady told her. READ MORE...
Any prayer requests? We would love to pray for your intentions.
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AFC Ministry Update
COVID-19 Safety Measures For 2020 Holy Family Fest℠ Season
“For where two or three are gathered in My name, I am there among them.” —Matthew 18:20
Here at Catholic Familyland®, the Catholic Corps, AFC Staff, and the Alumni and Service Corps missionaries are hard at work finishing preparations for your arrival. We are excited to welcome you to the Holy Family Fests. This year has been a whirlwind for us all, and we know there have been many questions about how the COVID-19 pandemic will impact your experience. We are pleased to be able to share with you the following information about what you can expect this summer. READ MORE...
The Latest on AFC Events
Our World Needs Holy Families
Our first Holy Family Fest℠ for this summer will be wrapping up tomorrow! Despite the pandemic, which slowed registrations, a number of families were able to safely come and visit Catholic Familyland® this week, and many more will continue to do so throughout the summer. READ MORE...
Registered for a Holy Family Fest?
Holy Family Fests fill quickly so we encourage you to register soon. And bring a friend!
June 13-19 June 27-July 3 July 11-17 July 25-31 Aug 8-14
What’s New at CFL, A Place Set Apart for Families
Get Ready to Tee Off!
The miniature golf course at Holy Family Park is nearly complete. All the carpet is on and most of the borders have been added. We will be adding different obstacles as time permits, but the course will be ready for basic play during the Holy Family Fest℠ season.
If you have a putter you don’t need any more, we could use a few more! The simpler the better. The old-fashioned putters that let you hit in either direction are perfect. READ MORE...
Membership News
In Russia: Evangelizing in a Time of Quarantine
Eugene and Galina Subachev, our Members in Russia, recently gave us an update on their efforts for the AFC during their time of quarantine. They were able to continue their connections and hold a meeting with other AFC Members in Russia. READ MORE...
How We Help Families
The Apostolate for Family Consecration® is a nonprofit organization that supports and challenges Catholic families to grow in holiness, grow in truth, and grow together, so that they can become fully alive in Christ. Through our events ministry, online formation, members, and prayer community, together with your support, we lead families to an encounter with the Holy Family and accompany them in their journey of faith.
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