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The Family International, formerly known as the Children of God, is a Christian fellowship dedicated to sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ around the world. Founded in Southern California during the late 1960s, the Family International has expanded into an international organization located in over 90 countries. Full-time members have successfully maintained a cooperative, communal lifestyle since the founding of our fellowship.
The Family International has undergone much change and progress throughout its 40-year history, in the process of establishing an international missionary work. Although our methods and our membership structure have evolved with the times, our core message remains unchanged: "For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life" (John 3:16 NKJV).
Beliefs
- What We Believe
- The Family International’s Statement of Faith
- Religious and Racial Tolerance
- As Christians, we offer a Gospel that makes no distinctions as to ethnicity, color, or nationality.
- Writings
- The Family produces a wide range of devotional, inspirational, and educational publications.
Mission
- Our Mission
- Our primary goal is to improve the quality of life of others by sharing the life-giving message found in God's Word.
- Worldwide Work
- The Family International is currently active in evangelistic and humanitarian work in over 90 countries.
- Family Products
- A sampling of the Family International’s product line
Structure
- Governance
- The Family International has an administrative structure both on a worldwide and a regional level.
- Financial Base
- Family communities rely largely on the support of helpful individuals and businesses for sponsorship our local works.
- Membership
- Our fellowship offers a number of options for membership and service.
Lifestyle and Culture
- Children and Parenting
- The care, protection, and education of children is a high priority for our members.
- Communal Mission Centers
- Full-time Family members maintain a cooperative lifestyle.
- Our Music
- A sampling of original music composed by Family members in a broad range of styles.
History
- Our History
- A brief overview of our roots and history.
- Our Founder, David Brandt Berg
- The Family International was founded by David Brandt Berg (1919-1994).