Familia Dei
The family that prays together, stays together
— ABOUT FAMILIA DEI —
A Simple Desire,
A Bigger Mission
Familia Dei was born from a simple desire: to help families encounter Christ and grow together in faith.
What began as a dream shared among Catholic families, and further inspired by a family pilgrimage to Totara Point, has grown into a mission to strengthen families through faith, formation, fellowship and prayer.
Inspired by the Holy Family of Nazareth, we believe that the home is one of the most important places where faith is lived, nurtured and passed on to future generations. Just as Mother Mary and Saint Joseph lovingly raised Jesus, we hope to encourage families to place Christ at the centre of their homes and everyday lives.
Our hope is simple: to help families grow closer to Christ, build lasting friendships and discover the beauty of living the Catholic faith together, one family at a time.
— OUR MISSION IN ACTION —
Building Strong Catholic Families
Faith Formation
Prayer, Scripture & Tradition
Living What We Believe
Marriage and Parenting Support
Faithful Spouses
Faithful Parents
Family Retreats
Families Growing in Faith
One Family, One Mission
Community and Fellowship
Families Supporting Families
Friendship Rooted in Christ
"If you want to change the world, go home and love your family."
Saint Teresa of Calcutta
— UPCOMING RETREAT —
Familia Dei
Catholic Family Retreat
29 January 2027 to 1 February 2027
(Auckland Anniversary Weekend)
CHOSEN VALLEY CHRISTIAN CAMP
53 Turner Road, Ararimu
For Catholic families of all ages
Holy Mass & Eucharistic Adoration
Prayer & Reconciliation
Faith Formation & Spiritual Reflection
