Catholic World Mission is proud to partner with Lumen Action to uplift families from spiritual and material poverty. Lumen is a Catholic organization for business and societal leaders who seek personal development in character, faith, and leadership to reflect Christ’s light (lumen) in today’s world.
The St. Joseph Fatherhood Initiative
Mission
The St. Joseph Fatherhood Initiative (SJFI) is dedicated to cultivating resilient and virtuous fathers who are strong and devoted to their families.
Vision
Our vision is for every Father to be an active leader of his family as well as the be present in the faith journey of each family member. Every man participating in the St. Joseph Fatherhood Initiative will understand his role as:
- Provider of Stability and Security
- Spiritual Role Model
- Caregiver for Emotional Wellbeing
- Advocate for Education
- Mentor for Moral and Social Development
Goals
- Strengthen Families and the Vocation of the Father
- Reduce Spritual and Material Poverty in single mother households
- Increase Participation of the Father in the home and the community
The Current Situation
50%
(409 men)
Are in cohabiting relationships with their partners.
37%
(301 men)
Are officially married.
The Remaining Men
Are single, divorced, or separated
The St. Joseph Fatherhood Initiative (SJFI) is committed to reducing the the consequences caused by absent fathers in the home by cultivating resilient and virtuous fathers who are strong and devoted to their families.
The SJFI aims to empower fathers and build a solid foundation for their families.
